Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in New York City

OpenTable

Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in New York City? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Da' Franco & Tony's Ristorante

5.0

5 (203)

$31 to $50

Italian

Schuylerville

About the restaurant

Welcome to Da Franco & Tony Ristorante. We are located on the corner of Mulford Ave and Middletown Road near Hutchitson River Parkway. Antipasti – Zuppe – Insalate- Pasta – Pollo – Carne – Pesce -Verdre – Dolci Del Giorno- Come in for a memorable dining experience!

Top review

millievip

Dined on Sep 16, 2024

I have never been disappointed at D and T. The service is always top notch- the employees are all efficient,patient, and very courteous. I will return again and again. I recommend this venue to any diner who is looking for quality cuisine, excellent service, and an enjoyable experience

Mike's Bistro - UES

5.0

5 (643)

$50 and over

Kosher

Midtown East

About the restaurant

"Mike's Bistro combines an elegant menu with a relaxed, spacious atmosphere in a convenient Midtown East location. Chef Michael Gershkovich creates and executes a contemporary, internationally inspired, Glatt Kosher (OU) gourmet menu with seasonally-inspired nuances."

Top review

Josh

Dined on Sep 26, 2024

Chef Mike came over and helped personally guide us on all the delicious options. Food and service were next level !! One of the best kosher experiences ever

Yakiniku Toraji - Bowery

4.8

4.8 (11)

$50 and over

Japanese

Chinatown

About the restaurant

Toraji is a “yakiniku” style BBQ restaurant.

Since our first shop has been established in 1995 in Tokyo, Ebisu area, we came a long way.

Starting with “namuru” and “kimchi” Korean style steamed and pickeled vegetables, continuing with tongue, ribs and/or outside skirt, finishing with cold noodles or “pibimpab” Korean style mixed rice bowl. We are commited to provide you the “yakiniku” you want for the days you feel like having a “yakiniku”.

We as pros won`t do any compromise in terms of ingredients, taste or service, Toraji will continue to promote the right way the yakiniku culture, bringing taste, happiness and health to our customers.

Top review

Kumivip

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

I had a quick lunch with my kid at Toraji an and had a great experience. The service was top-notch with attentive and polite staff. The table was clean and the decor is minimum yet beautiful. The lunch set is good portion and fair quality. If they do well for lunch, their dinner menu must be better. Looking forward to come back with friends and family very soon to explore more dishes and their course menu. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-notch Japanese BBQ experience!

Aliada Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (320)

$30 and under

Greek

Astoria

About the restaurant

Aliada is a true experience of dining in a Greek Taverna in the heart of Astoria.

We source only the freshest ingredients that enhance the traditional Greek cuisine and family recipes.

Aliada offers a selection of Greek and Cypriot meze that is paired with an authentic selection of Greek and Cypriot wines that truly showcase the flavors of our cuisine.

Come join us and become part of our family.

Top review

Rossana

Dined on Oct 6, 2024

The best Greek food I’ve ever had! Cozy atmosphere, beautiful setting, and the most amazing staff. The service was incredible, making the whole experience unforgettable.

Nizuc

5.0

5 (8)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Hell's Kitchen

About the restaurant

Mexican Cuisine brought to you by Chef Danny Mendoza.
NIZUC brings a latin flare to the heart of Hudson Yards. Offering inventive Mexican cuisine rooted in quality ingredients, we celebrate the day-to-day pleasures of great food, drinks, and friends in a vibrant, happy space.

Top review

sams

Dined on Oct 1, 2024

This was a beautiful restaurant with amazing food. So lucky to have this gem in HK! Very kind and accommodating staff.

ASKA

4.9

4.9 (41)

$50 and over

Nordic

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.

Top review

RickVvip

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing meal with great service! Highly recommended and would definitely spend another special occasion there

Discover more

Experience

ASKA Tasting Menu

Experience

ASKA Lunch Tasting Menu

Experience

ASKA Gift Certificate - Lunch Tasting Menu

Portale Restaurant

5.0

5 (213)

$50 and over

Italian

Chelsea

About the restaurant

Portale Restaurant is brought to you by James Beard Award-winning chef and cookbook author Alfred Portale. Chef Portale brings his heritage and passion for the cuisine and culture of Italy to his namesake, serving a contemporary Italian menu with house-made pasta, market vegetables, and beautifully presented dishes in a relaxed and convivial setting.

Find your excuse to join us!

Top review

Renata

Dined on Oct 6, 2024

It was a wonderful surprise, i ordered the bolognese bianco ( lumache) and i loved the dish! I recomend portale, it was the best restaurant in my trip to NY.

Tempura Matsui

4.9

4.9 (628)

$50 and over

Japanese

Midtown East

About the restaurant

Welcome to Tempura Matsui –A Michelin One Star–
Tempura Matsui invites you to experience the fine art of cooking tempura. Within a serene setting, guests have a seat at our counter or tables and can view the delicate preparation of lightly frying fresh fish and vegetables.
We only serve Omakase Dinner Course for $280 per person at 2 specific times Tuesdays through Saturdays between 5:30PM and 8PM.
Also, we serve a Lunch Course for $160 per person at 12 noon only on Fridays and Saturdays.
Open irregularly on Sundays.
Tempura Matsui is designed to emulate a Japanese cottage with warm woods, slate floors. A five-seat bar allows guests to wait for their seats while enjoying a glass of wine, sake, cocktail, or beer.
You may make a reservation one month ahead and any cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to the reservation to avoid a $100 charge per person.

Top review

Tonyvip

Dined 2 days ago

The closest you will ever come in New York to being in a tempura restaurant in Japan; the tempura and sake is first rate (and this restaurant would be at home in downtown Tokyo, trust me I’ve been to quite a few ! ). It’s not inexpensive, but it’s a great night out with a special friend !

Discover more

Experience

Matsutake mushrooms are now in season

Kawachiya NYC

5.0

5 (9)

$50 and over

Kaiseki

Murray Hill

About the restaurant

The Kawachiya room by Kawabun NYC is a premium dining experience featuring seasonal menus offered in a lunch format and a full tasting menu for dinner at our Chef's counter. We feature techniques and recipes spanning four hundred years with an eye towards innovating for New York. Located near Bryant Park and the Chrysler building in Murray Hill, Kawachiya is a hidden gem conveniently located close to Grand Central Terminal.

Chef Ito Yoshitaka has been practicing his craft at the legendary Kawabun Ryotei in Nagoya, Japan since his youth. Hailing from a family of Washoku chefs, he applies his dedication and skills to bring a highly selective seasonal offering to New York to launch the first expansion of Kawabun since its founding in the early 1600s.

For A La Carte service in Kawabun NYC, please visit: www.opentable.com/r/kawabun-nyc-new-york

Top review

Clifford

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

Excellent food and hospitality. Enjoyed the experience. Thank you!

Discover more

Experience

Dinner Omakase

Experience

Lunch Counter Omakase

The Champagne & Caviar Bar at RH Guesthouse

4.9

4.9 (63)

$50 and over

American

Meatpacking District

About the restaurant

The Champagne & Caviar Bar recalls the distinctive glamour of a vintage jewel box, presenting a carefully curated selection of the finest Champagnes, Petrossian Caviar and a menu of classic dishes in which caviar is the star. The space features a progression of hand-blown chandeliers, geometric floors of Italian marble, and an ornate coffered ceiling, punctuated by camel mohair velvet seating for an intimate, immersive experience.

For group dining inquiries, please email: GHNYDR@rh.com

Top review

Celine

Dined 6 days ago

Good food expect for the beef tartare. Great service. Place was freezing, they keep temperatures very low.

Explore Diners' Choice best of New York City

Explore more Diners' Choice lists