25 Essential New York Tables
From coastal enclaves to downtown institutions, these are the restaurants defining the dining conversation across New York.
LumLum
New York City
Intimate, laid-back restaurant focusing on Thai cuisine with tropical decor.
Talkin' Tacos West Village
New York City
an everyday essential table known for disciplined taco restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 91.6.
Soup Dumpling Plus
New York City
Popular Chinese restaurant serving dumplings, noodles & other familiar fare in low-key quarters.
Cloves Indian Cuisine
New York City, New York
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Nizza
New York City, New York
Cozy restaurant highlighting classic Italian cuisine, including pizza, pasta, and soup, with weekend brunches and wine Wednesdays.
Yoi Sushi
New York City, New York
Small set-up offering artful sushi presentations, rolls, teriyaki & bento boxes with beer & sake.
Pasta de Pasta
New York City, New York
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Mazzat
New York City, New York
Rustic-chic bar & eatery presenting a diverse menu of Mediterranean tapas & entrees, plus delivery.
Illusive Restaurant & Bar
Rensselaer, New York
Burgers & other classic American dishes, plus cocktails are the draw at this contemporary eatery.
Mulberry Street Babylon
Babylon, New York
Pizzeria/restaurant serves Italian fare in sharp digs sporting brick, wood trim & elegant fixtures.
Hibachi 2 U
Rockville Centre, New York
Service options: Delivery, Takeout. Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Bridge View Tavern
White Plains, New York
Warm & casual tavern (with Hudson River views) serving an array of microbrews & pub grub.
Amor Loco
New York City, New York
Lively restaurant with colorful decor, offering typical Mexican dishes, cocktails, and brunch.
La Voglia NYC
New York City, New York
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails.
Elephant District
New York City, New York
Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as LGBTQ+ owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services.
Reichenbach Hall
New York City, New York
Hearty German eats & fine beers are served in a casual, Bavarian publike setting.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
White Plains, New York
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Çka Ka Qëllue
New York City, New York
Rustic restaurant with exposed-wood beams & brick walls offering modern Albanian & Kosovan dishes.
Main Course Restaurant + Market
Poughkeepsie, New York
Local caterer's casual counter-service cafe & takeaway serving farm-to-table American eats.
Saigon Vietnamese Sandwich Deli
New York City, New York
Vietnamese banh mi sandwich counter with a bare-bones setup & a cash-only policy.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
Rochester, New York
Barbecue chain serving Southern-style meats & draft brews in a retro setting (most have live music).
Sweet Catch BK
New York City, New York
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Broadstone Bar & Kitchen
New York City, New York
Multi-level hangout offering elevated pub fare, craft cocktails & brunch in a relaxed atmosphere.
Taqueria Milear
New York City, New York
Classic tacos are served at this narrow, pared-down Mexican cafe with colorful pillows & tapestries.
L’Express
New York City, New York
Well-known French restaurant serving a menu of traditional Lyonnaise dishes with a modern twist since 1996.