Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in New York City

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Updated September 05, 2024

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ASKA

5.0

5 (35)

$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

Minghao

Dined 6 days ago

Took my friends here to celebrate their imminent wedding and had a lovely experience. The staff were welcoming, warm, and attentive. The food was needless to say gorgeous and comforting and the wine pairing was thoughtful and interesting. Highly recommended.

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Experience

ASKA Tasting Menu

Experience

ASKA Lunch Tasting Menu

Da' Franco & Tony's Ristorante

5.0

5 (202)

$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!

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Stacie

Dined on Sep 8, 2024

Great food and amazing service. The staff even acknowledged our birthday celebrate to our surprise. What a hidden gem.

Mike's Bistro - UES

5.0

5 (641)

$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."

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Robin

Dined 2 days ago

Mike's Bistro never fails to impress! Excellent service, fabulous food, amazing ambience and recently updated decor, made this a night to remember! During our dinner, we were impressed by Mike walking the floor and spending a few minutes with each table of guests. We can't wait until our next visit to Mike's Bistro!

Yakiniku Toraji - Bowery

4.9

4.9 (9)

$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.

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Jeff

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

Food atmosphere

Fiorentina Steakhouse

5.0

5 (108)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Throgs Neck

About the restaurant

Come join us at Fiorentina Steakhouse on 3617 E Tremont Ave, The Bronx, NY 10465

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Cecilevip

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

What a wonderful restaurant! My first time here. Beautiful decor, nice table settings, wonderful staff. Octopus appetizer so tender it almost melted in my mouth. Porterhouse seasoned nicely. Creamed spinach and home fries very flavorful! Great restaurant experience. We will be back.

Buenos Aires

4.9

4.9 (863)

$30 and under

Argentinean

East Village

About the restaurant

Authentic and Traditional Argentinean Cuisine. Over 100 types of Argentinean Wine available. We offer a temperature controlled patio, a welcoming indoor dining area, and an outdoor open-air dining area.

Proof of Covid-19 Vaccine required to dine inside the restaurant.

Top review

Eberhardvip

Dined on Aug 26, 2024

Absolutely gorgeous meat 🥩 in a relaxed atmosphere with excellent service - we love it 😄

The Champagne & Caviar Bar at RH Guesthouse

4.9

4.9 (61)

$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

OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Highly recommend for a few bites and cocktails in a quiet space- very good experience

J's On The Bay

5.0

5 (62)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Shore Acres

About the restaurant

Welcome to J’s on the Bay, owned and operated by proprietor Chef Joe Salimeni, award-winning graduate of French Culinary Institute and self made owner of this establishment as well as J’s Meal Prep. J’s On the Bay offers Meal Prep for busy customers on the go. From quinoa salads to truffled chicken lettuce wraps, turkey chili and everything in between. They offer weekly delivery to all five boroughs and soon, nationwide distribution.
J’s offers its customers a unique dining experience with its off the cuff combinations of classic ingredients and their unexpected marriages Chef Joe constructs. J’s was first opened in 2014 has evolved over the last 7 years from a homely neighborhood diner to the fine dining restaurant it is today. Through hard work, uninterrupted and meticulous care, and constantly working to push himself and his menu, Joe has turned his restaurant dreams into a reality.

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Tia

Dined 3 days ago

I had my Baptism Brunch here. Rafael I would give 100 stars. The Brunch was Great and service was excellent. I can’t wait to try dinner as I heard so much about it. We had you on his toes and you never missed a request. Thank You for an Awesome time. We will be back. Tia Walker

Il Tinello - East 46th St

4.9

4.9 (442)

$30 and under

Italian

Midtown East

About the restaurant

Blending 36 years of tradition with innovative Italian cooking, Il Tinello provides a rich experience that can only be matched by its delicious menu. The quality Italian ingredients, spectacular wine list and impeccable service showcase the restaurant's heritage, while the classy decoration brings new energy to every meal. The fresh home made pastas, regional ingredients and diverse wine list boast of what's to come, yet the classics and traditions continue to tempt. Never intimidating and always comfortable, Il Tinello delivers an experience that is perfect to celebrate your big day or every day.

Top review

Sofiavip

Dined 1 day ago

The best Italian food.

Mexico Lindo

4.8

4.8 (76)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Kips Bay

About the restaurant

After 52 beautiful years of serving NYC; we will be closing Mexico Lindo Restaurant on July 31st. It has been the honor of a lifetime to have provided our family traditions, home cooked meals and love filled hospitality to your celebrations of life. We are proud to have been such a big part of your lives. It is with tremendous love and appreciation that we say adios.
We would like to thank all our family, friends and amazing customers who made it possible for us to be here thru out all these years. Our parents Antonio and Leonor Bonilla opened Mexico Lindo in 1972 and worked feverishly to start a family legacy.

The memories we were able to create and share with our family, friends and customers are priceless. We are proud of being a NYC staple, small family business and a pilar of our community. We say farewell with our hearts full of love.
Sincerely
THE BONILLA FAMILY & MEXICO LINDO STAFF
Family Owned Since 1972

Top review

gtammarovip

Dined on Jul 24, 2024

Will miss my favorite Mexican restaurant! Best Mole Poblano!

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