Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in New York City

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants 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!

Joomak

5.0

5 (18)

$50 and over

American

West Village

About the restaurant

Acclaimed chef Jiho Kim (DdoBar) opens Joomak, a fresh iteration of his former Michelin-starred restaurant, Joomak Banjum, at Maison Hudson New York. “Joomak,” is an elevated update, a jewel box set in a more intimate and luxurious space with just 27 seats. The menu features New American cuisine rooted in Korean flavors across an eight-course tasting menu, complemented by a robust wine program featuring French-forward and new-world wines alike.

Top review

FrancisVIP

Dined on May 2, 2025

Excellent meal and service. Will definitely be back.

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Experience

8-Course Tasting Menu

Mira

5.0

5 (265)

$50 and over

English

Kips Bay

About the restaurant

Mira is your culinary oasis in the city, offering a retreat from the hustle and bustle. Our menu features a vibrant selection of healthy, flavorful dishes made from fresh, seasonal ingredients designed to delight your taste buds and nourish your body. Savor our signature offerings, such as grilled salmon with a zesty lemon-herb marinade or a colorful vegetable stir-fry packed with flavor. Our chefs prioritize quality by using the finest locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every bite is a celebration of freshness. The inviting ambiance at Mira is complemented by warm, natural light that creates a tranquil atmosphere. Our friendly staff is committed to providing attentive service, making your dining experience exceptional. Whether you're in for a quick, healthy lunch, a leisurely dinner with friends, or a special celebration, Mira is the perfect destination. Join us and discover a world of culinary delights that nourish both body and soul.

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HarperVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We kicked off the night with oysters and cocktails—super fresh, super classy. Felt like a mini escape to the coast.

Blue Ribbon Sushi & Sake

4.9

4.9 (72)

$50 and over

Sushi

West Village

About the restaurant

Blue Ribbon Sushi & Sake is guided by the team at the original Blue Ribbon Sushi which opened on Sullivan Street in 1995, and now comes to Bedford Street with its exuberance for Japanese culinary tradition and compassionate approach to life.

Blue Ribbon Sushi & Sake is an intimate 12 seat sushi restaurant in the West Village by the founders, team and chefs of Blue Ribbon Sushi.

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RobVIP

Dined 2 days ago

My new favorite of all the Blue Ribbons. Super chill vibe, manager/server great, sushi….fantastic.

Fresco's Grand Cantina

5.0

5 (136)

$30 and under

Mexican

Astoria

About the restaurant

**** Please note this page is for our 28-50 31st St, Queens, New York location.****

Beautiful Mexican-Fusion establishment with old-world accents and very Instagram-able throughout the restaurant. We pride ourselves with fresh locally sourced ingredients for our Authentic & Modern Mexican fare.

Best Happy Hour around from 3pm to 8pm from Tuesday to Friday. The strong & delicious cocktails and amazing service will keep you coming back week after week for any of our numerous events. Follow us on Instagram to stay in the loop.

If you'd like to make a reservation at our other location ( Fresco's Cantina ) located at 12-14 31st Ave Astoria, NY 11106 - Please call (347) 808-7338.

Thank you!

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Melinda

Dined 7 days ago

Fresco's Grand Cantina is not only delicious with great variety of drinks but they have such fun, bright, and welcoming LGBTQ+ energy that not only makes me want to return but also bring new friends/family/people visiting NYC! This was my second time attending their Sunday Drag Brunch with Catrina Lovelace and it was even more amazing than my last visit! I brought my parents and cousins for their first Drag Brunch experience and it was a huge success! They had so much fun and loved everything we ate and drank! Will be be back for sure

Divya's Kitchen

5.0

5 (972)

$30 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

East Village

About the restaurant

Led by acclaimed Ayurvedic Chef Divya Alter, Divya’s Kitchen serves planted-based meals rooted in Ayurvedic principles, using only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. Our produce is organic, seasonal, and local whenever possible, and we source local grass-fed milk for our house-made ghee & fresh cheeses. Everything we serve at the restaurant is made from scratch daily to maximize flavor, vitality, and digestibility. We offer a full lunch, dinner, and brunch menu, and a large selection of teas and other Ayurvedic-inspired beverages. The ambiance is tranquil and warm - the perfect setting for a meal that nourishes the mind, body, and soul.

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W. Jonathan

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

This place is the best! Truly creative, healthy, and tasty! The staff are all the best and I constantly go back. Five stars!

Kaizen Flushing

5.0

5 (449)

$50 and over

Sushi

Flushing

About the restaurant

**To reserve a seat for our exclusive 15-course omakase experience at the sushi counter, please select the "Experiences" option below and book under 15-Course Omakase.

Discover Kaizen, where tradition meets innovation in the heart of Flushing, Queens. Our menu, featuring premium sushi, sashimi, and hand rolls, celebrates the art of Japanese cuisine with a modern twist, offering flavors that are both timeless and inspired. Whether you're indulging in our exquisite 15-course omakase or sharing small plates with friends, every dish is crafted to excite the palate and elevate the moment. With a vibrant atmosphere perfect for social occasions, corporate events, or intimate gatherings, Kaizen promises a dining experience that’s as dynamic and delightful as its name suggests.

Important: The sushi counter is only reserved for omakase.

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Margie

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing value and delicious food! Will definitely be back

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Experience

15-Course Premium Selection Omakase

Experience

Bottomless Happy Hour / Open Bar

Experience

$45 7-Course Lunch Omakase

Michael's of Brooklyn

4.9

4.9 (969)

$31 to $50

Italian

Midwood

About the restaurant

Family owned and operated since 1964, Michael’s of Brooklyn offers three generations of pride and excellence at our restaurant in Brooklyn, New York. Loyal customers visit from near and far to enjoy generations-old family recipes, lovingly handed down as a legacy of Italian tradition.

So come and join us as we celebrate the tastes of Italy in our elegantly appointed dining room. From delicious warm and cold antipasti and tantalizing pasta creations…to delectable seafood, veal and poultry entrees… tempting desserts, too. All served to you by a warm and friendly staff. Visit us today and find out why Michael’s has been a Brooklyn institution for nearly sixty years.

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Marla

Dined 3 days ago

Dining at Michael's is always a guaranteed amazing experience!! Food is delicious, service is impeccable, ambiance is inviting and comfortable. Never had a bad experience here in many years.

Tempura Matsui

4.9

4.9 (663)

$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.

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.

Beginning June 1st, our Omakase Dinner Course will be priced at $295.
This change reflects our unwavering commitment to sourcing the finest seasonal ingredients and elevating the dining experience to the standards befitting a Michelin-starred restaurant.

We thank you for your continued trust and support.

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SusanVIP

Dined 4 days ago

I am still in awe of the entire experience. You know you are in Manhattan, but from the moment you step through the door you are in Japan. Everything was perfect from the cocktails( cherry deliciousness) to the attention to detail for my son’s birthday cake!! The presentation, quality of food and imagination in combining flavors was beyond stunning. Fish, vegetables and even the rice was perfect. We cannot wait to return. Thank you to the entire staff.

Bar Miller

4.9

4.9 (21)

$50 and over

Sushi

East Village

About the restaurant

Nestled in an intimate space in the East Village, Bar Miller is the showcase omakase restaurant from the sushi concept Rosella. Just a few blocks away, our 8-seat sushi bar is seated twice nightly for a tasting menu that features local, sustainably-sourced ingredients.

Domestic beer, wine, and cider shape a drink program that stays true to our approach to the menu, while the sake list highlights Brooklyn-based breweries and less conventional styles from Japan.

Bar Miller happily accommodates solo diners. Please email info@barmiller with your reservation request and we will follow up!

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Michael

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

It was truly an unforgettable experience. My daughter had a long list of dietaries which the team kindly accommodated. In retrospect maybe not the best choice for a picky teenager. The attention to detail right from the get go was on point. There was an easy vibe; cool tunes on the playlist but the cooking was quite the opposite. Quality of ingredients, balance and execution was first class. The ethos of the restaurant was demonstrated in an unpretentious manner. Some of the dishes, namely the sweet prawn and mussel nigiri literally blew me away. There’s wasn’t a course which didn’t hit the spot. We had a meal which will live long in our memories.

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Experience

Sushi Bar Tasting Menu

Café Mars

4.9

4.9 (120)

$50 and over

Contemporary Italian

Park Slope

About the restaurant

Café Mars is an unusual Italian restaurant. Come see what we mean!

For parties larger than 6 please email info@cafemarsbk.com to help craft your hassle free dining experience!

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Carah

Dined 1 day ago

Had a really fantastic time at Café Mars. The team there is knowledgeable, generous, and good-humored, and the food is unique, smart, and committed to experimental play and tastiness. They really made my birthday dinner with my partner sweet and fun. Try the amari.

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Experience

Global Italian #5: New England

Experience

Large Party Pre Fix Reservation (5-6 guests)

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