Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in New York State

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in New York State? 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!

The Wine Cellar On Main

4.8

4.8 (64)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Northport

About the restaurant

Popular Wine bar featuring Sommelier chosen wines, local craft beer, charcuterie boards, small plates, pizzas, LIVE MUSIC THURSDAY 8-11pm, FRIDAY & SATURDAY 9pm-12am, SUNDAY 4-7pm or 5-8pm, sometimes later on holidays. Art featured and available for purchase by amazing local artists. Dine in menu available from Maroni Cuisine & SALTED. On the Harbor. (Comes plated and ready to eat, all on one bill)

WE OFTEN HOST PRIVATE EVENTS, PARTIES FOR LARGER GROUPS.
CC is required for larger groups of 10+. No shows will be charged $100.

Top review

Christine

Dined 6 days ago

I haven’t been here in probably 6 months. I love that they offer live acoustic music on the weekends: that’s the only reason I’ll want to stay there. They need more tables overall, and curtains on those 2 window seat areas. They could really level up with some textiles, textures, live plants, art, and larger menu. Had a date night with hubby there last night and was thrilled that the live music started while we were still there so we got to listen to her for a whole hour! What a treat! I have so much respect for these artists and their instruments that bring us into feeling.

Caffe Regatta

4.9

4.9 (1012)

$30 and under

Seafood

Pelham

About the restaurant

Allow Caffe Regatta's Chef/Proprietor, Anthony Labriola, to prepare an exceptional meal with his Mediterranean influences for you and your guest. In addition to our delicious lunch and dinner selections, we serve over 25 premium wines by the glass. And don't forget, that every Tuesday is BYOB night at the Regatta. Delicious cuisine, prepared with detail, professional wait staff, and friendly courteous service have made Caffe Regatta a choice location for those seeking an excellent dining experience. We appreciate your interest in our restaurant and we look forward to having you as our guest.

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Larry

Dined 4 days ago

We had a very lovely Sunday evening dinner during a fairly heavy snowfall, so the restaurant was very quiet. But the food was excellent, and the staff was courteous, professional, and pleasant. It's been a while since we dined there, but we will surely go back again soon!

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Popular dish

SeaFood Capellini

Mentor's Mediterranean Steakhouse

5.0

5 (201)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Chappaqua

About the restaurant

Mediterranean Steakhosue in Westchester, Chappaqua serving Prime Dry Aged Steaks & Mediterranean Style Seafood with Piedmont influence.

Top review

kali

Dined on Jan 9, 2025

Absolutely loved it here it was an amazing experience. Our server jorge was amazing. i went with my boyfriend for our 4 year anniversary and i loved it, the food was amazing we shared the porterhouse for two and it was very juicy with a slight char on the edges which i loved. they made us feel very welcome and very taken care of. we did not feel rushed in between courses which i loved as well. 10/10 would recommend. support your small businesses!!!

Chachama Grill

4.9

4.9 (1935)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Patchogue

About the restaurant

Chachama Grill is a New American restaurant located in East Patchogue.
"friendly warm atmosphere & amazing service. Our menu is diverse focusing on freshness and simplicity .Featuring an extensive selection of wines by the glass & bottles & our superb cocktails .

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Carol

Dined 5 days ago

My favorite restaurant on Long Island. Chef Rubio is a creative genius. Terrific prix fixe with lots of choices: duck breast, mixed grill, shrimp, fish, all cooked to perfection. Caring service.

Meritage - Scarsdale

5.0

5 (591)

$31 to $50

American

Scarsdale

About the restaurant

Since 2004, Meritage Restaurant has combined the warmth and comfort that you expect from your favorite neighborhood restaurant with an exciting New American menu sourced from local purveyors. We present only the freshest seasonal ingredients all year round.

Our attention to detail in the kitchen, along with the welcoming atmosphere created by our long term staff allows customers to feel at home. This is what has enabled us to grow and prosper for the past Eighteen years.

Meritage Restaurant
1505 Weaver St
Scarsdale, NY 10583
10583 10804 10543 10801 10709 10707 10528 10605 10606 10530 10502 10706 10710

Outside dining is available upon request

Top review

pabloVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Good food, good service The restaurant is too noisy

Bistro Ete

4.9

4.9 (962)

$50 and over

French

Southampton

About the restaurant

Bistro Eté is everything you long for in a restaurant tucked away in a quaint spot in The Mill Center. Transformed by Interior Designer Karen Gorman to reflect an understated chic and comfortable style that transports you to the Coast of France. This unpretentious dining experience celebrates food and wine in a setting for all the senses yet does not compete with the flavors.

Chef Arie, inspired by his Cypriot heritage, formal training at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and his years working under Two Star Michelin Chef Philippe Da Silva in Provence, presents cuisine reflective of this coastal style. Longtime customers can still indulge in his classic dishes such as escargot, striped bass with champagne truffle sauce and his own dry aged steaks. Of course Chef Arie’s menu will include many mouthwatering vegan and vegetarian dishes driven by altering his favorite recipes for his vegetarian wife.

Top review

KellyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

One of the top 5 dinners we have had in over 30 years ! Husband had the NY strip. Outstanding ! Service was on spot!

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Experience

Winter Restaurant Week

Experience

Continuing Restaurant Week

Experience

Foie Gras Friday's

La Ginestra - NY

4.9

4.9 (584)

$31 to $50

Italian

Glen Cove

About the restaurant

Sicilan and Italian fare coupling family recipes and innovative specials
with an extensive wine menu. A cozy ambiance and accommodating staff have
helped make La Ginestra a favorite amongst north shore diners for the past
27 years.

Top review

joanneVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Love the food and the staff! Always consistently delicious.

1770 House

4.9

4.9 (1476)

$50 and over

American

East Hampton

About the restaurant

Honored to be one of Open Table's 2017 Top 100 Restaurants in America.
The 1770 House, located in the heart of East Hampton is the Hampton's premier fine dining location. The 1770 House proudly offers three different dining settings to choose from. Our luxurious main dining room, the casual Tavern, or the beautiful outdoor garden patio.

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StevenVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Burger Night after seeing The Last Showgirl at the movies. Superb craft cocktails and perfectperfectperfect burgers in the Tavern. Fantastic staff and service. Good to see Michael and say Hello 👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽.

Chops Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (436)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Patchogue

About the restaurant

Chops is the premier steakhouse of Long Island. Located in the heart of Patchogue, the prohibition inspired menu includes the finest dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood creations, a world class bourbon selection, and an array of creative infused cocktails.

Top review

Alex

Dined 7 days ago

Great food and service. Will definitely continue to attend.

La Fontanella - Pelham

4.9

4.9 (453)

$30 and under

Italian

Pelham

About the restaurant

La Fontanella

115 Wolfs Lane, Pelham, N.Y. 10803 | (914) 738-3008

La Fontanella is conveniently located in Pelham, New York and has now been in business over 20 years serving its customers only the best, most authentic Italian-Adriatic cuisine. The building has been recently renovated, offering the most relaxing, elegant ambiance in Westchester with a new full-service granite bar. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch, a full course dinner, an evening snack, or something in between, La Fontanella offers outstanding Italian cuisine, a great wine list, extended bourbon and scotch selections , along with a full bar, and exceptional service.

Top review

Joe

Dined on Jan 12, 2025

Well done across the board. A wonderful dining experience and night out with the Family. Exceeded expectations.

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