Must-see restaurants in West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

  • Men walking through Chelsea Market, 9th Avenue.

    Chelsea Market

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    In a shining example of redevelopment and renaissance, Chelsea Market has taken a 19th-century Nabisco cookie factory and turned it into an 800ft-long…

  • RedFarm

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Experience Chinese cooking as unique, delectable artistry in this small, buzzing space. Diced tuna and eggplant bruschetta, crispy-skin smoked chicken…

  • Jeffrey's Grocery

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This West Village classic is a lively eating and drinking spot that hits all the right notes. Seafood is the focus: there's an oyster bar and beautifully…

  • Foragers Table

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    The owners of this outstanding restaurant run a 28-acre Hudson Valley farm, from which much of the seasonal menu is sourced. It changes frequently, but…

  • Blue Hill

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    A place for Slow Food junkies with deep pockets, Blue Hill was an early crusader in the farm-to-table movement. Gifted chef-patron Dan Barber, who hails…

  • The exterior of Red Bamboo.

    Red Bamboo

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Cajun soy 'shrimp', jerk-marinated soy 'chicken', 'cheesecake' so rich you can barely finish? The soul- and Asian-food temptations Red Bamboo concocts…

  • One of the logos outisde of Mamoun's.

    Mamoun's

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This falafel and shawarma restaurant in lower Manhattan specializes in big, dripping platters and wraps that are served up quick and don't cost much. A…

  • Rosemary's

    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,…

  • Spotted Pig

    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…

  • Chumley's

    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…

  • Cookshop

    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…

  • Sushi Nakazawa

    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…

  • Gansevoort Market

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Inside a brick building in the heart of the Meatpacking District is this buzzing food emporium. A raw, industrial space lit by skylights, it features a…

  • Jun-Men

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This tiny, ultramodern ramen joint whips up delectably flavored noodle bowls in variants of pork shoulder, spicy miso or uni mushroom (with sea urchin)…

  • JeJu Noodle Bar

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    With classic ramen continuing to rampage across the world's tables, perhaps it's time to explore its variations – such as the Korean ramyun served at this…

  • Minetta Tavern

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Book in advance, or come early to snag a table on a weeknight, because Minetta Tavern is often packed to the rafters. The snug red-leather banquettes,…

  • Nix

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    At this modest yet Michelin-starred restaurant, chefs John Fraser and Garrett Eagleton transform vegetables into beautifully executed dishes that delight…

  • Bagatelle

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    At Bagatelle, elegant bentwood chairs, chandeliers, white linens and (ultimately) the bill conspire to give you the impression you're eating somewhere top…

  • Morandi

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Run by celebrated restaurateur Keith McNally, Morandi is a warmly lit space that spills onto the sidewalk in summer. The hubbub of garrulous diners…

  • Babu Ji

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    A playful spirit marks this Australian-run Indian restaurant near Union Sq. Many dishes play fast and loose with tradition, such as 'naan pizza' with…

  • Blossom

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Cozily occupying a historic Chelsea town house, this beacon to hungry vegans is a peaceful, romantic dining spot that offers imaginative, all-kosher tofu,…

  • Mermaid Oyster Bar

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    If you're craving a plate of oysters and don't mind a crowd, head to this West Village favorite. Happy hour is until 7pm daily (all night Monday) when you…

  • Alta

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This gorgeous town house highlights the neighborhood’s quaintness, with plenty of exposed brick, wood beams, flickering candles, massive mirrors and…

  • Dominique Ansel Kitchen

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    The much-garlanded creator of the cronut (croissant-doughnut hybrid) owns this small, sunlit bakery, where you can nibble on perfectly flaky croissants,…

  • Murray's Cheese Bar

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Lovers of fine cheeses no longer have to settle for takeout orders from Murray's famed West Village fromagerie. Gourmet mac ‘n’ cheese, melted-cheese…

  • Tía Pol

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Churning out quality Spanish and Basque tapas in closet-size surrounds, Tía Pol is the real deal, as the hordes of locals swarming the entrance can attest…

  • Otto Enoteca Pizzeria

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Just north of Washington Square Park, this is a refreshingly affordable part of Mario Batali’s empire, where thin pizzas are cooked on flat-iron griddles…

  • Taïm

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This tiny joint whips up some of the best falafel in the city. You can order it Green (traditional style) or Harissa (with Tunisian spices) – whichever…

  • Wild

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Impress your gluten- or lactose-intolerant travel companions with this pizza spot where dietary-sensitive cuisine is the norm. In addition to gluten-free…

  • Thelewala

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This small, rockin' place serves Calcutta-style street food: delicious rolls filled with minced lamb, paneer cheese, crispy okra and other ingredients…

  • Malaparte

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Tucked away on a peaceful stretch of the West Village, Malaparte is a charming neighborhood trattoria serving simple, beautifully executed Italian dishes …

  • Moustache

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    In its warm, earthy space, small and delightful Moustache serves up rich, flavorful sandwiches (leg of lamb, merguez sausage, falafel), thin-crust pizzas,…

  • Babbo

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Celebrity chef Mario Batali has multiple restaurants in Manhattan, but everyone has a sneaking suspicion that this two-level split townhouse is his…

  • Caffe Reggio

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This arty, ever-popular cafe is a visual treat with Renaissance paintings and marble-topped tables. Serving fresh pastries, panini, cakes, Italian…

  • Café Cluny

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Café Cluny brings the charm of Paris to the West Village, with woven bistro-style bar chairs, light wooden upholstery and a selection of joie-de-vivre…

  • Saigon Shack

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Steaming bowls of pho (noodle soup), tangy banh mi (baguette) sandwiches and crunchy spring rolls await at this bustling wood-lined eatery just a few…

  • Mah Ze Dahr

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Tangy, creamy cheesecakes and spongy brioche doughnuts are on offer at this bakery opened by former financial advisor Umber Ahmad, who was discovered when…

  • Cotenna

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Tucked away on a picturesque corner of the Village, this intimate, attractively designed eatery is a favorite on date night. It has a small menu of…

  • Westville

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    With seven NYC locations, Westville has earned many admirers for its reasonably priced market-fresh fare. Set on a peaceful, tree-lined stretch of 10th St…

  • Snack Taverna

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    So much more than your usual Greek restaurant, Snack Taverna eschews gyros for a seasonal selection of scrumptious small plates to accompany the flavorful…