Best Dishes in New York
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Restaurants in New York
207 restaurants2nd Ave Deli
Jewish·Upper East Side·$$$
Historic kosher deli institution serving New York's benchmark pastrami and matzo ball soup in an upscale setting.
4 Charles Prime Rib
American·West Village·$$$$
Intimate, clubby West Village destination for world-class prime rib and one of the city's most exclusive cheeseburgers.
50 Kalò
Italian·SoHo·$$$
Michelin-starred Neapolitan pizzeria from Naples-based master Ciro Salvo, now in SoHo.
A-Pou's Taste
Taiwanese·Williamsburg·$
Granny's famous handmade potstickers and braised pork rice in East Williamsburg.
A&A Bake and Doubles
Caribbean·Bed-Stuy·$
Legendary Trinidadian counter with fluffy doubles, rotis, and bakes for under $5.
A&A Bake Doubles and Roti
Trinidadian·Bed-Stuy·$
Bed-Stuy institution serving authentic Trinidadian doubles and rotis, a James Beard America's Classics winner.
Abuqir
Egyptian·Astoria·$$$
Acclaimed Egyptian seafood market and restaurant in Astoria, where diners choose fresh fish to be grilled or fried to order.
Adda
Indian·East Village·$$$
Time Out's #1 restaurant in NYC—unapologetic Indian cuisine with fried goat brains and house-churned butter chicken.
Amy Ruth's
Soul Food·Harlem·$$
Harlem's premier destination for Southern soul food, world-famous for its fluffy waffles and honey-dipped fried chicken.
Amylos Taverna
Greek·Astoria·$$
Modern Greek on Broadway in Astoria — charcoal-grilled lamb chops, whole fish, saganaki with tomato jam, lively crowd.
Angel
Indian·Jackson Heights·$$
Refined North Indian destination in Jackson Heights, famous for house-made paneer and benchmark Punjabi classics.
Angelo's of Mulberry Street
Italian·Little Italy·$$$
Historic Little Italy pasta spot famous for tableside Parmesan cheese wheel pasta — touristy, theatrical, worth the hype.
Arepa Lady
Colombian·Jackson Heights·$$
Legendary Queens institution serving benchmark Colombian corn cakes, a former street cart turned brick-and-mortar favorite.
Arthur & Sons
Italian-American·West Village·$$
Old-school Italian-American spot in West Village celebrating the Isidori family's 70-year legacy since 1954.
Atoboy
Korean·NoMad·$$$
Refined Korean small-plates pioneer in Nomad, featuring a fixed-price menu of inventive and technical regional dishes.
Atomix
Korean·NoMad·$$$$
Two-Michelin-star Korean fine dining with 14-seat chef's counter serving modern interpretations of Korean cuisine.
B Side
Italian·Hell's Kitchen·$$
Wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and fresh pasta in a casual Hell's Kitchen wine bar.
Balthazar
French·SoHo·$$$
Keith McNally's 1997 SoHo icon — high-backed red banquettes, tin ceiling, and steak frites that sell 200 portions daily.
Bánh Anh Em
Vietnamese·East Village·$
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Vietnamese with crackle-crusted bánh mì and housemade everything.
Banh Mi Saigon
Vietnamese·Chinatown·$
Historic Chinatown gem serving authentic, budget-friendly Vietnamese sandwiches since 1989.
Bark Barbecue
American·Dumbo·$$$
Central Texas-style BBQ with a vibrant Dominican twist, famous for its massive beef ribs and spice-rubbed brisket in Brooklyn.
Barney Greengrass
Jewish·Upper West Side·$$$
The 'Sturgeon King' of the Upper West Side, a historic appetizing institution famous for its sturgeon and scrambled eggs since 1908.
Bernie's
American·Greenpoint·$$
Greenpoint's love letter to the American red-sauce joint and retro bar food.
Birria Landia
Mexican·Jackson Heights·$
The truck that sparked New York's birria obsession, serving fatty, spice-heavy Tijuana-style beef tacos and consommé.
Bolivian Llama Party
Bolivian·Sunnyside·$
Window-service Bolivian spot with thick salteñas, fried chicken sandwiches, and peanut soup.
Bridges
American (New)·Chinatown·$$$
Refined contemporary American cuisine in Chinatown, blending French technique with global influences.
Bubby's
American·Tribeca·$$$
Tribeca comfort food institution famous for fluffy James Beard pancakes and world-class house-baked pies since 1990.
Bungalow
Indian·East Village·$$$
Chef Vikas Khanna's elegant Indian restaurant with signature yogurt kebabs and eight-hour daal.
Bunna Cafe
Ethiopian·Bushwick·$$
Plant-based Ethiopian temple in Bushwick serving vibrant, spicy vegan feasts and traditional coffee ceremonies.
Buvette
French·West Village·$$$
Charming West Village 'Gastrothèque' famous for espresso-machine steamed eggs and a timeless Parisian café vibe.
Cafe Luxembourg
French·Upper West Side·$$$
Legendary Upper West Side brasserie since 1983 — French-influenced American classics and a neighborhood institution.
Caravan Chicken
Peruvian·Astoria·$
Peruvian rotisserie spot with whole chickens, rib combos, and unlimited ají verde green sauce.
Carbone
Italian·Greenwich Village·$$$
Glitzy Italian-American in Greenwich Village — tableside Caesar, rigatoni vodka, and a scene that feels like 1970s New York.
Carnitas Ramirez
Mexican·East Village·$
East Village carnitas specialist slinging every part of the pig in $5 tacos since summer 2024.
Casa Mono
Spanish·Gramercy·$$$$
Michelin-starred Spanish tapas institution in Gramercy, famous for wood-fired razor clams and refined snout-to-tail cooking.
Cervo's
Spanish·Lower East Side·$$$
Iberian-inspired seafood spot in the Lower East Side, famous for head-on prawns and a focused natural wine list.
Chambers
American (New)·Tribeca·$$$
Refined Tribeca wine restaurant with a world-class program by Pascaline Lepeltier and refined seasonal American fare.
Charles Pan-Fried Chicken
Soul Food·Harlem·$$
Harlem legend Charles Gabriel's destination for authentic, slow-cooked pan-fried chicken and traditional Southern sides.
Chongqing Lao Zao
Chinese·Flushing·$$$
High-concept Flushing hot pot destination, world-famous for its traditional spicy beef tallow broth and elaborate 1920s interior.
Chrissy's Pizza
Pizza·Greenpoint·$$
Whole-pie-only pizza shop with crispy crust and excellent pepperoni.
Colombia Con Sabor
Colombian·Jackson Heights·$$
Jackson Heights Colombian restaurant and sports bar with hearty platters and traditional soups.
Corner Bistro
American·West Village·$
Old-school West Village tavern famous for its thick burgers served on paper plates.
Cosme
Mexican·Flatiron·$$$
Enrique Olvera's Michelin-starred modern Mexican with innovative dishes and premium techniques.
COTE Korean Steakhouse
Korean·Flatiron·$$$
Premium Korean beef grilled tableside on smokeless grills — Michelin-starred Flatiron destination.
Crevette
French·West Village·$$$
Michelin-starred coastal French and Mediterranean seafood in West Village.
Daily Provisions
American·Union Square·$$
Union Square Hospitality Group's all-day neighborhood kitchen, famous for the city's best crullers and roast beef sandwiches.
Daniel
French·Upper East Side·$$$$
Two-Michelin-starred Upper East Side flagship from Daniel Boulud, serving world-class contemporary French cuisine in a grand, neo-classical setting.
Dante
Italian·Greenwich Village·$$$
Historic Greenwich Village café and award-winning cocktail bar serving world-class Martinis and refined Italian small plates.
Dar Lbahja
Moroccan·Astoria·$$
Chef Touria Lamtahaf's Astoria Moroccan restaurant with excellent tagines and homemade bread.
Denino's Pizzeria
Pizza·Greenwich Village·$$
Staten Island wood-fired legend's Manhattan outpost, serving world-class thin-crust pies and the famous 'Garbage' pie.
Dept. of Culture
Nigerian·Crown Heights·$$$
A communal Nigerian tasting menu experience in a dinner-party setting.
Dera
Pakistani·Jackson Heights·$$
Jackson Heights Punjabi and Pakistani icon serving high-quality curries, biryanis, and traditional clay-pot specials.
Dhamaka
Indian·Lower East Side·$$$
Explosive regional Indian in the Lower East Side, serving rare, unapologetic village dishes from across the subcontinent.
Di Fara Pizza
Pizza·Midwood·$$
Legendary Brooklyn pizzeria widely considered the best in New York, famous for its hand-snipped basil and artisanal multi-cheese pies.
Dim Sum Go Go
Chinese·Chinatown·$$
Michelin-recognized Chinatown dim sum parlor with house-made dumplings and roast duck.
Dim Sum Palace
Cantonese·Chinatown·$
24-hour Cantonese dim sum spot in Chinatown with hand-made dumplings and live seafood tank.
Don Angie
Italian-American·West Village·$$$$
Modern Italian-American powerhouse in the West Village, famous for its viral lasagna pinwheels and creative cocktails.
Eleven Madison Park
New American·Flatiron·$$$$
Three Michelin stars for Daniel Humm's ever-changing plant-based fine dining with optional meat courses — reimagined every season.
Emily (West Village)
Pizza·West Village·$$$
Buzzy pizza and burger destination famous for the 'Emmy Burger'—one of the city's most celebrated dry-aged burgers.
Emmy Squared
Pizza·East Village·$$
Detroit-style pizza with crispy frico crust and excellent Le Big Matt burger in East Village location.
Empanada Mama
Colombian·Hell's Kitchen·$$
24-hour Hell's Kitchen counter spot with 40+ varieties of handmade Colombian empanadas.
Ess-a-Bagel
Jewish·Midtown East·$$
Legendary Midtown bagel destination serving massive, hand-rolled bagels and extensive specialty schmears since 1976.
Eyval
Persian·Bushwick·$$$
Energetic Persian restaurant in Bushwick from the Sofreh team, focusing on wood-fired grilling and vibrant herbs.
Frenchette
French·Tribeca·$$$
James Beard Award-winning French bistro in Tribeca, famous for spit-roasted meats and daily-changing menu.
Golden Diner
American·Chinatown·$$
Asian-American neighborhood diner in Chinatown, famous for honey butter pancakes and inventive takes on classic diner comfort food.
Gramercy Tavern
New American·Flatiron·$$$
Michelin-starred New American restaurant with a celebrated burger and seasonal tasting menus.
Gramercy Tavern (The Tavern)
American (New)·Flatiron·$$$$
Danny Meyer's iconic Flatiron tavern serving benchmark seasonal American comfort food in a high-energy, wood-fired front room.
Grand Central Oyster Bar
Seafood·Midtown East·$$$
Legendary oyster bar in Grand Central with 30 varieties and world-famous pan roasts since 1913.
H K Wonton Garden
Cantonese·Chinatown·$$
Chinatown Cantonese spot known for handmade wontons, silky broth, and beef tripe noodle soup under $7.
H&H Bagels
Jewish·Upper East Side·$$
Legendary New York bagel institution since 1972, famous for its hand-rolled, water-boiled bagels and world-class cream cheeses.
Hay Hay Roasted
Cantonese·Chinatown·$
Guangzhou-style roasted meats window with pork, duck, and chicken hanging in front.
Her Name is Han
Korean·Koreatown·$$
Cozy Koreatown destination serving soulful, home-style Korean comfort food with a modern, rustic aesthetic.
I Cavallini
Italian·Williamsburg·$$$
Stylishly creative Italian restaurant from the Michelin-starred Four Horsemen team.
I Sodi
Italian·West Village·$$$
Exacting Tuscan soul food in the West Village, famous for its towering multi-layered lasagna.
Jacob's Pickles
Southern·Upper West Side·$$
Upper West Side Southern comfort food destination, famous for massive biscuits, fried chicken, and house-made pickles.
JG Melon
American·Upper East Side·$$
Legendary Upper East Side tavern famous for its thick, no-frills burgers and cottage fried potatoes since 1972.
Joe & Pat's
Pizza·Staten Island·$$
Staten Island landmark serving legendary thin-crust, vodka-sauced bar pies in a classic family setting since 1960.
Joe's Pizza (Greenwich Village)
Pizza·Greenwich Village·$
Quintessential New York slice joint since 1975, a world-famous destination for the 'perfect' plain cheese slice.
Joe's Shanghai
Shanghainese·Chinatown·$
Iconic soup dumplings and Shanghainese noodles in a bright, bustling Chinatown spot.
Joe's Steam Rice Roll
Cantonese·Chinatown·$
Counter-service specialist in Canal St Market serving incredibly silky, fresh-milled Cantonese rice rolls.
John's of Bleecker St.
Pizza·West Village·$$
Legendary West Village coal-oven pizzeria, serving whole pies only in a no-reservations, wood-paneled institution since 1929.
Jungsik
Korean·Tribeca·$$$$
Three Michelin stars for Chef Jung Sik Yim's New Korean cuisine — raw fish, gochujang crispy things, and precisely executed technique.
Junior's (Cheesecake)
Jewish·Downtown Brooklyn·$$
Brooklyn's most famous restaurant, serving the benchmark New York-style cheesecake since 1950.
K'FAR
Israeli·Williamsburg·$$$
All-day Israeli cafe from the Laser Wolf team with excellent lamb tartare and pistachio pastries.
Kabawa
Caribbean·East Village·$$$
Chef Paul Carmichael's Caribbean fine dining at $145 prix fixe with counter seating.
Kanyakumari
South Indian·Union Square·$$$
Vibrant coastal Indian restaurant near Union Square focusing on the unique flavors of the subcontinent's southernmost tip.
Kappo Masa
Japanese·Upper East Side·$$$$
Ultra-luxe Japanese collaboration between Chef Masayoshi Takayama and art dealer Larry Gagosian in the heart of the UES.
Katz's Delicatessen
Jewish·Lower East Side·$$$
NYC's oldest deli since 1888 — hand-carved pastrami on rye and iconic Jewish deli classics.
Keens Steakhouse
Steakhouse·Garment District·$$$
Historic NYC steakhouse famous for its mutton chops—a 26-ounce cut of lamb that's been on the menu for 140 years.
Kolachi
Pakistani·East Village·$
Pakistani paratha rolls with house-spiced grilled meat and yogurt chutney, open until midnight.
Kopitiam
Malaysian·Lower East Side·$$
Award-winning Malaysian coffee house in the Lower East Side, serving authentic Nyonya-style street food and snacks.
L'Appartement 4F
French·Brooklyn Heights·$$
Charming Brooklyn Heights French bakery famous for its sourdough croissants and tahini chocolate chip cookies.
L'Artusi
Italian·West Village·$$$$
Chic West Village destination for modern Italian, known for its extensive wine list and impeccable pasta-centric menu.
L'Industrie Pizza
Pizza·Williamsburg·$
Artisanal New York pizza with a French twist, famous for its sourdough crust and premium toppings.
Lakruwana
Sri Lankan·Staten Island·$$
Ornate Staten Island restaurant serving authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, famous for its weekend clay pot buffet.
Land of Plenty
Chinese·Midtown East·$$$
Upscale Sichuan in Midtown with numbing heat and layered flavor technique.
Le Bernardin
French·Midtown West·$$$$
Three Michelin stars for near-perfect seafood execution — scallops, lobster, and uni done with obsessive precision.
Le Parisien
French·Murray Hill·$$$
Authentic French bistrot in Murray Hill near Grand Central with escargots, moules, and steak frites.
Le Sajj
Lebanese·Bay Ridge·$$$
Family-run Lebanese institution with kibbeh nayeh and grilled meats — over 65 years, live music Saturdays, best Lebanese in Bay Ridge.
Le Veau d'Or
French·Upper East Side·$$$$
The 2024 revival of New York's oldest French bistro, serving refined classics in a vintage Parisian setting.
Levain Bakery
Bakery·Upper West Side·$$
Upper West Side cookie icon famous for its massive, six-ounce gooey-centered chocolate chip walnut cookies.
Levant
Middle Eastern·Astoria·$$
Modern Middle Eastern destination in Astoria, famous for its savory 'feteer' pastries and refined Palestinian flavors.
Lilia
Italian·Williamsburg·$$$
Chef Missy Robbins' hand-made pasta shrine in Williamsburg — housemade agnolotti, grilled clams, and an obsessive Italian focus.
Little Alley
Chinese·Murray Hill·$$$
Michelin-recognized Shanghainese in Murray Hill with soup dumplings and crispy eel.
Locanda Verde
Italian·Tribeca·$$$$
Buzzy Tribeca destination for rustic Italian, famous for its sheep's milk ricotta and lemon ricotta pancakes.
Lola's
New American·NoMad·$$$
New American with Filipino and Southern influences in NoMad by Chef Suzanne Cupps, celebrating seasonal produce and local sourcing.
Lombardi's
Pizza·Nolita·$$
America's first pizzeria since 1905, serving authentic coal-fired Neapolitan pizza in Nolita.
Lord's
English·Greenwich Village·$$$
Nose-to-tail English bistro in Greenwich Village serving refined, meat-forward classics from the Dame team.
Los Tacos No. 1
Mexican·Chelsea·$
Authentic Tijuana-style tacos in Chelsea Market, widely considered the best street-style tacos in Manhattan.
Lucali
Pizza·Carroll Gardens·$$$
Widely considered the best pizza in New York, a candlelit, BYOB basement in Carroll Gardens.
Lucky Charlie
Pizza·Bushwick·$$$
Bushwick pizza from award-winning chef Nino Coniglio, fired in America's oldest coal oven since 1890.
Magnolia Bakery
American·West Village·$$
Historic West Village bakery that launched a global obsession, world-famous for its silky banana pudding and classic cupcakes.
Maison Passerelle
French·Financial District·$$$
Chef Gregory Gourdet's fine dining French restaurant celebrating the French diaspora.
Malecon
Dominican·Washington Heights·$$
Dominican spot famous for juicy rotisserie chicken since 1987 — large portions, loud parties, always full.
Mama's TOO!
Pizza·Upper West Side·$
Hyper-innovative Upper West Side square-slice specialist, known for high-hydration dough and caramelized 'burnt' cheese edges.
Mamoun's Falafel
Middle Eastern·Greenwich Village·$
Historic Middle Eastern counter in Greenwich Village, serving the city's most iconic falafel sandwiches since 1971.
Mario's
Italian-American·Arthur Avenue·$$$
Historic Arthur Avenue institution serving classic Neapolitan-Italian fare in the heart of the Bronx's Little Italy since 1919.
Mario's of Arthur Avenue
Italian·Belmont·$$$
107-year-old Neapolitan institution in the Bronx's Little Italy, still run by the family that built it.
Marufuku Ramen
Japanese·East Village·$$
Creamy Hakata tonkotsu ramen with customizable spice and melt-in-mouth pork—closed October 2025.
Meju
Korean·Long Island City·$$$$
Intimate 8-seat Korean fermentation temple in Long Island City, featuring multi-course menus centered on aged jangs and kimchi.
Milk Bar
American·East Village·$$
Christina Tosi's high-concept dessert temple in the East Village, famous for Cereal Milk soft serve and 'Crack Pie.'
Minetta Tavern
French·Greenwich Village·$$$
Michelin-starred French steakhouse hidden in Greenwich Village since 1937, famous for its Black Label burger.
Misi
Italian·Williamsburg·$$$
Celebrated Williamsburg destination from Chef Missy Robbins, focusing on minimalist, technical handmade pastas and vibrant vegetable antipasti.
Miss Ada
Middle Eastern·Fort Greene·$$$
Modern Mediterranean destination in Fort Greene, famous for its innovative hummus and seasonal wood-fired cooking.
Muku
Japanese·Tribeca·$$$
Michelin-starred kaiseki in a 10-seat Tribeca counter celebrating five classical Japanese techniques.
Murray's Bagels
Jewish·Chelsea·$$
Greenwich Village favorite serving traditional, hand-rolled bagels and world-class smoked fish in a classic, cozy setting.
Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao
Shanghainese·Flushing·$$
Legendary Flushing soup dumpling destination, widely considered the benchmark for authentic Shanghainese dim sum in New York.
Nom Wah Tea Parlor
Dim Sum·Chinatown·$$
New York's oldest dim sum parlor, a Chinatown icon since 1920 serving traditional and modern handmade dumplings.
Num Pang
Cambodian·Union Square·$$
Buzzy Cambodian sandwich specialist serving inventive, Southeast Asian-inspired baguettes with high-end ingredients.
Old Sport Food
Chinese·Forest Hills·$$
Forest Hills specialist in Xinjiang-style hand-pulled noodles and Central Asian regional classics.
Olmsted
New American·Prospect Heights·$$
Vegetable-forward New American with a backyard garden — seasonally inventive, quiet gem, some of NYC's best produce-driven cooking.
Otis
American (New)·Bushwick·$$$
Stylish Bushwick neighborhood spot serving inventive New American shared plates and excellent cocktails.
Oxomoco
Mexican·Greenpoint·$$
Michelin-starred Greenpoint Mexican with Josper-fired meats and innovative tacos.
Pastis
French·Meatpacking District·$$$$
Legendary Meatpacking District French brasserie, serving textbook steak frites and onion soup in a high-energy, historic setting.
Paulie Gee's
Pizza·Greenpoint·$$
Greenpoint wood-fired legend serving artisanal Neapolitan pies with creative toppings and a cult-favorite hot honey finish.
Paulie Gee's Slice Shop
Pizza·Greenpoint·$
Retro 1970s-style Greenpoint slice joint serving legendary hot honey squares and high-quality New York rounds.
Penny
Seafood·East Village·$$$
High-energy walk-in seafood counter in the East Village from the Claud team, featuring world-class raw bar and cooked classics.
Per Se
French·Hell's Kitchen / Columbus Circle·$$$$
Thomas Keller's three-Michelin-star interpretation of The French Laundry — oysters, caviar, and dramatic views of Central Park from 4th-floor windows.
Peter Luger Steak House
Steakhouse·Williamsburg·$$$
Brooklyn institution since 1887 — hand-selected, dry-aged beef cooked under a broiler and served with Luger sauce, a spicy, horseradish-tinged condiment.
Pierozek
Polish·Greenpoint·$$
Artisanal Polish pierogi shop in Greenpoint, serving traditional and creative handmade dumplings since 2019.
Potluck Club
Chinese·Chinatown·$$$
Millennial Cantonese-American in Chinatown with wok hei and scallion biscuits.
Prince Street Pizza
Pizza·Nolita·$$
Iconic slice shop famous for thick Sicilian squares and cupped pepperoni, open until 3am–5am.
Pull-Tab Coffee
Cafe·Midtown·$
Chinese coffee chain with viral aerofoam drinks and buttery Kaya toast near Bryant Park.
Quesadillas Doña Maty
Mexican·East Harlem·$$
24-hour East Harlem quesadilla spot with handmade corn tortillas and authentic Mexican street food.
Raku
Japanese·East Village·$$
Cash-only East Village udon specialist with handmade noodles and signature dashi broth.
Raoul's
French·SoHo·$$$$
Lively Soho bistro serving classic French fare and one of New York's most exclusive burgers since 1975.
Ras Plant Based
Ethiopian·Crown Heights·$$
Modern organic Ethiopian in Crown Heights, serving creative vegan stews and vibrant shared platters.
Rezdôra
Italian·Flatiron·$$$
Michelin-starred Emilia-Romagna pasta in a narrow Flatiron brick box.
Roberta's
Pizza·Bushwick·$$
Foundational Bushwick pizza destination serving world-class wood-fired pies in a high-energy, industrial garden setting.
Rowdy Rooster
Indian·East Village·$$
High-energy Indian fried chicken specialist in the East Village, serving bold, spice-drenched poultry with serious heat.
Rubirosa
Italian·SoHo·$$$
Stylish Soho destination for thin-crust pizza, famous for its 'Tie-Dye' pie and refined Italian comfort food.
Russ & Daughters
Jewish·Lower East Side·$$
The gold standard of New York appetizing, serving smoked fish and bagels since 1914.
Russ & Daughters Cafe
Jewish·Lower East Side·$$$
Sit-down outpost of the legendary appetizing icon, serving refined smoked fish platters and Jewish comfort classics in a stylish, retro setting.
S&P Lunch
Jewish·Flatiron·$$
Revived classic Flatiron lunch counter serving legendary tuna melts and Jewish deli staples in a historic 1920s space.
Saga
American (New)·Financial District·$$$$
High-concept fine dining on the 63rd floor of a Financial District landmark, featuring world-class technique and 360-degree views.
Sailor
American·Fort Greene·$$$
April Bloomfield's neighborhood bistro in Fort Greene, serving soulful, refined American and English-inflected classics.
Salty Lunch Lady's Little Luncheonette
American·Ridgewood·$$
Quirky Ridgewood neighborhood gem serving inventive, high-quality sandwiches and seasonal salads in a retro diner setting.
Sami & Susu
Mediterranean·Lower East Side·$$
Lower East Side neighborhood spot serving Mediterranean-inspired comfort food and excellent schnitzel.
Saraghina
Italian·Bed-Stuy·$$
Wood-fired Neapolitan pizzeria with a secret backyard garden in Bed-Stuy.
Scarr's Pizza
Pizza·Lower East Side·$
Lower East Side favorite known for house-milled flour and a 1970s diner aesthetic.
Semma
South Indian·Greenwich Village·$$$
Unapologetic regional South Indian cuisine in Greenwich Village, featuring bold spice and rare village dishes.
Shake Shack (Madison Square Park)
American·Flatiron·$$
The original park-side burger kiosk that launched a global movement, serving the city's benchmark smashed burgers and crinkle-cut fries.
Shalom Japan
Japanese·Williamsburg·$$$
Creative Williamsburg destination for Japanese-Jewish fusion, world-famous for its Matzo Ball Ramen.
Shu Jiao Fu Zhou
Chinese·Chinatown·$
$3 plates of handmade Fujianese dumplings in Chinatown—cash only, no frills, absurdly good.
Shukette
Middle Eastern·Chelsea·$$$
Buzzy Middle Eastern spot in Union Square featuring vibrant charcoal-grilled meats and the city's best fresh breads.
Slicehaus
Pizza·West Village·$
Italian dough pizza and sandwich shop with 48-hour fermented crust and creative toppings.
Smithereens
Seafood·East Village·$$$
Creative New England-inspired seafood in the East Village, featuring charcoal-grilled fish and inventive lobster rolls.
Soothr
Thai·East Village·$$
Family-recipe Thai noodles and curries in a Michelin-recommended East Village noodle bar.
Sripraphai
Thai·Woodside·$$
Legendary Thai destination in Woodside, Queens, widely cited as the city's best and most authentic Thai restaurant.
St. Anselm
New American·Williamsburg·$$$
Neighborhood steakhouse in Williamsburg with meats grilled over open flame — no reservations, bar seating first-come, constantly rated NYC's best casual steak.
Stone Park Cafe
New American·Park Slope·$$$
Casual New American in Park Slope with legendary weekend brunch — constantly packed, creative food, best breakfast for miles around.
Superiority Burger
Vegetarian·East Village·$$
Punk-rock vegetarian icon in the East Village, serving New York's most celebrated veggie burgers and creative seasonal sides.
Sushi Sho
Japanese·Midtown East·$$$$
Three-Michelin-star omakase in a 10-seat Hinoki wood counter near Bryant Park.
Sylvia's
Soul Food·Harlem·$$$
The 'Queen of Soul Food' in Harlem, a historic destination famous for its smothered chicken and warm hospitality since 1962.
Szechuan Mountain House
Szechuan·East Village·$$$
High-end Szechuan specialist in the East Village known for precise regional cooking and a dramatic, upscale interior.
Tacos El Bronco
Mexican·Sunset Park·$
Legendary Sunset Park taco destination, famous for its fleet of trucks and storefront serving over 20 varieties of authentic tacos.
Taim
Middle Eastern·West Village·$$
High-end Israeli falafel and pita specialist, famous for its world-class O.G. falafel and vibrant seasonal salads.
Tanoreen
Palestinian·Bay Ridge·$$$
Palestinian and Levantine home cooking in Bay Ridge — family-style appetizers, legendary knafeh, MICHELIN Bib Gourmand.
Taqueria Coatzingo
Mexican·Jackson Heights·$
Massive, meatier-than-life tacos and Mexican street food in Jackson Heights.
Taqueria Ramirez
Mexican·Greenpoint·$
Authentic CDMX-style standing taqueria in Greenpoint, famous for longaniza, suadero, and tripa tacos.
Tatiana by Kwame Onwuachi
Afro-Caribbean·Upper West Side·$$$$
Bold Afro-Caribbean fusion from Chef Kwame Onwuachi, a vibrant celebration of Bronx flavors at Lincoln Center.
Taverna Kyclades
Greek·Astoria·$$
Michelin-starred Greek seafood staple where grilled whole fish and crispy saganaki dominate the menu.
Temple Canteen
South Indian·Flushing·$
Historic basement canteen beneath the Ganesh Temple in Flushing, serving some of the city's most authentic and budget-friendly South Indian vegetarian food.
Thai Diner
Thai·Nolita·$$
Michelin Bib Gourmand Thai spot where everything is flawless — expect a line.
The Halal Guys
Middle Eastern·Midtown East·$
World-famous street food destination at 53rd & 6th, serving the city's benchmark chicken and gyro platters with 'the white sauce.'
The Odeon
French·Tribeca·$$$$
Legendary Tribeca brasserie and cultural landmark serving textbook steak frites and martinis since 1980.
Tlayuda Oaxaqueña Sr San Pablo
Mexican·Jackson Heights·$
24-hour Oaxacan street cart with hubcap-sized tlayudas and hand-pressed masa quesadillas.
Tonchin
Japanese·Midtown West·$$
Tokyo tonkotsu ramen with silky homemade noodles and smoky Michelin-recognized broth.
Torrisi
Italian-American·Nolita·$$$$
Refined Italian-American fare from Major Food Group, celebrating NYC's culinary history in the Puck Building.
Totonno's
Pizza·Coney Island·$$
Historic Coney Island coal-oven legend serving world-class pies in a no-frills, 1920s institution.
Txula Steak
Basque·Hudson Yards·$$$
José Andrés' Basque steakhouse at Hudson Yards with charcoal-grilled beef and Spanish pintxos.
Una Pizza Napoletana
Italian·Lower East Side·$$$
World's best pizzeria (50 Top Pizza 2022-2025) for naturally-leavened, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza.
Union Square Cafe
American (New)·Union Square·$$$$
Danny Meyer's foundational restaurant serving benchmark New American cuisine with legendary hospitality since 1985.
Veselka
Ukrainian·East Village·$$
Legendary East Village Ukrainian diner serving pierogi, borscht, and comfort food since 1954.
Via Carota
Italian·West Village·$$$
The quintessential West Village trattoria from Rita Sodi and Jody Williams, celebrated for its simple, veg-forward Tuscan cooking.
White Bear
Chinese·Flushing·$
Legendary Flushing hole-in-the-wall for spicy wontons in chili oil and hand-pulled noodles, cash-only.
Win Son
Taiwanese·East Williamsburg·$$
Innovative Taiwanese-American restaurant in East Williamsburg serving bold, flavorful comfort food.
Win Son Bakery
Taiwanese·East Williamsburg·$$
All-day Taiwanese-American bakery and café in East Williamsburg, famous for its mochi doughnuts and scallion pancake sandwiches.
Wo Hop
Cantonese·Chinatown·$
Historic downstairs Cantonese basement in Chinatown, a 24/7 (mostly) legend serving old-school New York-style Chinese comfort food since 1938.
Wu's Wonton King
Cantonese·Lower East Side·$$
Lower East Side Cantonese institution famous for its roast suckling pig and massive bowls of Hong Kong-style wonton soup.
Xi'an Famous Foods
Chinese·East Village·$
Counter-service pioneer of Western Chinese regional cooking, world-famous for its spicy, hand-ripped cumin lamb noodles.
Yi Ji Shi Mo
Chinese·Chinatown·$
Chinatown takeout gem serving handmade rice rolls and congee from a stone mill ground fresh daily.
Yunan Rice Noodle House
Chinese·Chinatown·$$
24-hour Chinatown spot for Yunnan crossbridge noodle soups with 12 toppings for under $15.
Yunnan Noodle
Chinese·Chinatown·$
24-hour Yunnan rice noodle spot with crossbridge soup, unlimited noodle refills.
Zabar's (Delicatessen)
Jewish·Upper West Side·$$
Legendary Upper West Side appetizing institution, world-famous for its smoked fish, bagels, and fresh-baked rugelach.
Zero Otto Nove
Italian·Arthur Avenue·$$$
Arthur Avenue Neapolitan treasure serving world-class wood-fired pizzas and traditional Salerno-style pasta classics.
Zhu Ji Dumpling House
Chinese·Flushing·$
Tiny Flushing stall where pan-fried dumplings cost $4 for eight and everything is under $15.