Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Manhattan

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2025

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Mira

5.0

5 (567)

$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.

Top review

Chloe

Dined on Jul 17, 2025

Met up for a client dinner and the Strip Loin made a great impression tender, flavorful, and those mashed potatoes were heavenly.

Aquarelle

4.9

4.9 (358)

$31 to $50

Seafood

East Village

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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HenryVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The Mediterranean Seafood Flatbread was a nice surprise the mussels and shrimp worked so well with the fresh herbs.

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

5.0

5 (1104)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Lower East Side

About the restaurant

A Sophisticated Interpretation Of Traditional Japanese Cuisine

A distinctive, well-preserved and comfortable space, high-quality products, authentic cuisine, food and drinks are done flawlessly.

We continue to be one of the top Japanese restaurants in America, attracting countless food lovers from all over the world. Our one-of-a-kind menu includes authentic tapas-style Japanese dishes and homemade desserts.

**As a small establishment, we can’t always guarantee a table, but we’re happy to ensure you have a wonderful experience at our bar dining area as well. For parties of 5 or more, we encourage you to give us a call to check on availability. We look forward to hosting you soon!**

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JoyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Just me, a bar seat, and a Sushi Rice Negroni. Paired it with Oyster Mushroom handroll. Earthy, bold, unforgettable.

Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

4.9 (1133)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Join us at Aunt Jake's Upper East Side for our Pasta Making Class & 3-course pasta menu! The cost is $60 per person for pasta instruction and the prefix meal. We require a $10 per person non-refundable deposit.
The entire experience is approximately 2.5 hours.

Please use the OpenTable mobile app for best results when booking the Pasta Experience.

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Aunt Jake's was founded in 2015, as the company set out to replicate the idyllic, simplistic cuisine we grew up to enjoy. However, we wanted to create Italian food for the “next” generation. The idea was to develop an Italian concept around the customer’s choice of how to eat pasta compared to how the restaurant wanted you to eat it. With that in mind, Aunt Jake’s core mission is to bring high-quality fresh ingredients daily to craft our handmade pasta and sauces health-consciously. The customer can mix and match sauce with shape and create a custom dish of their own.

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Charles

Dined 4 days ago

So much fun and the food was delicious! Drinks were a bit pricey.

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Divya's Kitchen

5.0

5 (973)

$30 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

East Village

About the restaurant

Led by acclaimed Ayurvedic Chef Divya Alter, Divya’s Kitchen serves plant-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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JulieVIP

Dined on Jun 3, 2025

Absolutely wonderful experience and the food was incredible. Quiet and perfect for a chat with a friend I haven’t seen for a long time. I will definitely return.

Balzem

4.9

4.9 (858)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

NoLita

About the restaurant

Balzem is where you begin a tour of the northern Mediterranean coastline. From the celebrated culinary culture of Provence in Southern France to some of Italy's most elegant and refined cuisines such as in Campania, and reaching all the way to the light and carrying flavors of the Aegean coastline. Complete your journey with a selection of wine or beer from these cultural regions and other celebrated vineyards around the globe.

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Emely

Dined today

Food was amazing. Friendly staff and beautiful ambiance

Codino

4.7

4.7 (5)

$30 and under

Italian

West Village

About the restaurant

Codino is a delightful Italian restaurant in the heart of New York City. As you enter, you'll be welcomed by a cozy atmosphere with exposed brick walls and warm lighting. The enticing aroma of freshly baked bread and simmering sauces fills the air, while our friendly staff treats you like family. Our menu showcases authentic Italian cuisine, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and cherished recipes. Begin your meal with an antipasto platter of cured meats, cheeses, and marinated vegetables. Then, savor a steaming bowl of pasta, whether it's classic spaghetti carbonara or rich tagliatelle bolognese, each dish crafted with care and bursting with flavor. Complete your dining experience with a glass from our extensive wine list, offering options for every palate. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner, a lively gathering with friends, or a solo escape, Codino is the perfect destination to savor the true flavors of Italy.

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CatherineVIP

Dined 7 days ago

This was a gem find for a last minute big group. The food was excellent and server was awesome. All dishes from appetizers to desert was delicious. Will be back.

Giano

4.9

4.9 (1576)

$30 and under

Italian

East Village

About the restaurant

This is the story of Paolo and Matteo, two guys from Milano who had an idea. Let's take the heart of our tradition and fuse it with the exciting innovations happening in Italian cooking, they said. Inspired by the Roman deity Janus who looked to the future as well as the past, Giano respects tradition and embraces the future. We like to think of our little corner in the east village as quite special, and hope you will too.

Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date.
Please know that we have a grace period (15 min) .
All of our outdoor seating have heaters for your dining comfort but we ask that you dress accordingly for a New York winter.

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Isabel

Dined 7 days ago

Our favorite Italian restaurant! Every dish is delicious and a generous portion, and the owners are lovely. This time, we tried the lemon pasta and spinach gnocchi, both of which were specials. Don’t sleep on Giano - best Italian in the East Village. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!!

Gu Japanese Fusion Sushi and Bar

4.8

4.8 (298)

$30 and under

Japanese

Midtown East

About the restaurant

Gu Japanese Fusion Sushi & Bar located in New York, NY.

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RosaVIP

Dined on Jul 10, 2025

I have been to this venue for lunch (business and personal), dinner and happy hour. I have always had a wonderful experience. Food is always delicious and the drinks are refreshing. Service is quick and friendly and I highly recommend.

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