I would recommend Sip Sak for Sutton Place/Midtown East residents. As long as you are having the lamb with okura, the food can be very good for the price. The restaurant is low-key--waiters are friendly enough and competent. Nothing outstanding about Sip Sak, but nothing that detracts from your company or experience either. And it is true that the owner will glower at you depending on the size/price of your order, though he has never said anything to me or my dinner guests. How horrifying would that be.
Pros: Reasonable prices
Cons: Unreasonable owner
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