Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant
Midtown
This buzzing bar and restaurant within Grand Central is hugely atmospheric, with a vaulted tiled ceiling by Catalan-born engineer Rafael Guastavino…
Must-see restaurants in New York City
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
The rustic warmth of Rabbithole's dining room (rough-hewn tables, brick walls, a tailor's dummy and other eclectica) is matched by its kitchen (they cook…
Upper West Side & Central Park
The vintage French posters and marble-topped tables make this longtime Upper West Side date spot feel like a Parisian cafe. But really – you're here for…
Brooklyn: Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn & Dumbo
Tucked into out-of-the-way Vinegar Hill (east of Dumbo), this homey spot is decked out with thrift-store bric-a-brac. Don't let the low-key decor fool you…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
One of the West Village's hottest restaurants, Rosemary's serves high-end Italian fare that lives up to the hype. In a vaguely farmhouse-like setting,…
Midtown
With only a small neon burger as your clue, this speakeasy-style burger hut lurks behind the lobby curtain in the Parker New York hotel. Though it might…
Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy
Mario Batali’s sprawling temple to Italian gastronomy is a veritable wonderland. Feast on everything from vibrant crudo (raw fish) and fritto misto …
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
This James Beard–award-winning gastropub is a favorite with Villagers, restaurant and bar industry types, as well as celebrities like Kanye West. The…
The Bronx
In what appears through the window to be a closet of a vinyl records shop – with Grand Master Flash's first playback turntable proudly on display – is…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
Slurp briny oysters, sweet clams, tangy ceviches, well-matched wines and herbaceous cocktails at this charming bar and cevicheria, an outpost of the East…
Staten Island
One of Staten Island's best culinary destinations, this delightful, warmly lit Italian eatery attracts foodies from near and far. The draw: exquisite old…
SoHo & Chinatown
'Gelso' means mulberry in Italian – a reference to this historic intersection in Little Italy. Except here the red-checkered tablecloths have been…
Midtown
Named in honor of a poor Greek painter who was paid for his art in food, Fournos Theophilos is a scrumptious archive of Greek food heritage in an area of…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Occupying the site of a legendary 1922 West Village speakeasy, Chumley's maintains its historic air while upgrading everything else. The ambitious…
Midtown
Showing off the sleek design principles and seasonal, creative flair you'd expect from an architect of Denmark's New Nordic food revolution, Claus Meyer's…
Midtown
The oldest Mexican restaurant in New York City, this east-side stalwart has been serving up old-school charm since 1959, from the rustic metal lanterns…
Queens
This new Asian food hall – moved over from Flushing – is a cornucopia of 26 vendors that will transport you from Thailand to Taiwan. Choices include…
New York City
Catfish serves Cajun cuisine with flair, in an atmosphere that is sheer fun. Rich, garlicky shrimp 'n' grits join jambalaya (veg, spicy rice and andouille…
New York City
Floor-to-ceiling windows flood this popular oasis with light. The menu features numerous brunch-style sandwiches and egg dishes, from comforting pastrami…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
A brilliant brunching pit stop before (or after) tackling the verdant High Line across the street, Cookshop is a lively place that knows its niche and…
Upper West Side & Central Park
This buzzing little joint off Amsterdam Ave serves delectable bowls of piping hot ramen. Tonkotsu (pork broth) ramen is a favorite, though vegetarians…
New York City
Though Ample Hills' Red Hook location now churns the ice cream, this scoop shop serves the small chain's magnificently creative flavors – honeycomb,…
Queens
Chef-fashionista Mina Stone took over this coveted spot inside the school-turned-museum MoMA PS1 in late 2019 (no need to pay museum admission) and calls…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
The price is high, but the quality is phenomenal at this tiny sushi spot that opened to much acclaim in 2013. There are no cooked dishes and little in the…
Midtown
Get an honest-to-goodness New York steakhouse experience at this classic joint, a former mob hangout that’s been around for nearly 50 years and still…
Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy
Giant, fluffy omelettes, hearty burgers and heaps of tater tots (regular or sweet potato) have made Big Daddy's a top choice for both breakfast and late…
Queens
Chef Ali is a larger-than-life personality and an anchor on the Steinway strip known as Little Egypt – though his creative, earthy food, often served…
Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy
Seasonal, local ingredients drive this perennial favorite, a vibrant, country-chic institution aglow with copper sconces, murals and dramatic floral…
Upper West Side & Central Park
Jacob's elevates the humble pickle to exalted status at this dark, loud and boisterous good-time eatery. Aside from briny cukes and other preserves, you…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
Greenpoint's best pizza place has a cozy cabin-in-the-woods vibe, with flickering candles and old-school soundtrack. Diners huddle over creatively topped…
Upper West Side & Central Park
Run by chef Michael Psilakis, homey, contemporary Kefi channels a sleek taverna vibe while dispensing excellent rustic Greek dishes. Expect favorites such…
Harlem & Upper Manhattan
This classy Michelin-recommended neighborhood restaurant shows a new side to Harlem, taking inspiration from Italy and Spain with flavor-packed dishes…
East Village & Lower East Side
Sit down and feast on shiny boiled bagels and perhaps the best lox (smoked salmon) in the city in all the comfort of an old-school diner, in this…
SoHo & Chinatown
Offering arguably the best Peking duck in the region, the eponymous restaurant has a variety of set menus that include the house specialty. The space is…
New York City
One of New York’s tastiest pizzas comes from this unlikely little spot run by dough virtuoso Mark Iacono. Pizzas are all one size, with crisp but pliant…
Financial District & Lower Manhattan
Sleekly renovated office-and-retail complex Brookfield Place is home to Hudson Eats, a shiny, upmarket food hall. Decked out with terrazzo floors, marble…
Upper West Side & Central Park
Pear-wood paneling and a yellow-gray palette lend a 1960s Mad Men feel to Daniel Boulud's restaurant championing cuisines from the Mediterranean and North…
Financial District & Lower Manhattan
This polished, high-end office-and-retail complex offers two fabulous food halls. Francophile foodies should hit Le District, a charming and mouthwatering…
Harlem & Upper Manhattan
After pioneering San Francisco’s underground supper clubs, noted chef Russell Jackson made his NYC debut in 2019 with a five-course tasting menu of Asian,…
Midtown
Murray Hill (aka 'Curry Hill') has no shortage of subcontinental bites, but funky Dhaba packs one serious flavor punch. Mouthwatering standouts include…
