Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in New York State

OpenTable

Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for the best value 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!

Risotto

4.8

4.8 (319)

$31 to $50

Italian

Thornwood

About the restaurant

Benvenuto a Risotto! Our Risotto dishes are made with Arborio Rice, we combine traditional and new recipes varying seasonal, along with weekly specials. Personally hand selected wines and craft cocktails compliment our menu.

Enjoy dinner or Brunch in a sophisticated yet casual space. With an outdoor patio and intimate bar.

Top review

Dobrin

Dined on Mar 14, 2025

Overall, the ambiance, the clientele, and the service were very friendly and welcoming. The food was also good but not something I would remember. A reasonably priced, very good Italian place.

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Popular dish

Table-Side Cacio e Pepe

Leo's Italian Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (15)

$30 and under

Italian

New Rochelle

About the restaurant

Welcome to Leo’s Italian restaurant, where tradition meets taste. We bring the heart of Italy to your table with time-honored recipes, fresh ingredients, and genuine flavors that transport you straight to the streets of Rome, the hills of Tuscany, or the coasts of Naples. Our menu features classic Italian dishes, fresh seafood and juicy steak with an extensive selection of wines and cordials. Whether you’re joining us for a family dinner, a romantic date, or a celebration with friends, expect warm hospitality and an unforgettable culinary journey. Buon appetito!

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Randi

Dined on Mar 1, 2025

Wonderful food& service. A delightful evening! We will most definitely be returning soon.

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Experience

Weekday Power Lunch

Burgerology - Massapequa

4.8

4.8 (22)

$30 and under

Burgers

Massapequa

About the restaurant

USDA PRIME BURGERS, HAND CUT FRIES, CRAFT BEER, CRAZY MILKSHAKES AND CRAFT COCKTAILS

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 8, 2025

Staff went above and beyond for My son’s bday. Great atmosphere

Mesita - Amityville

4.6

4.6 (94)

$30 and under

Mexican

Amityville

About the restaurant

Mesita, which translates to “small table”, serves authentic, modern, Mexican cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. The menu features fresh guacamole prepared table-side, mouth-watering Mexican street corn, fire-grilled fajitas, along with burritos, tacos and many other house-made Mexican dishes. The combination of our traditional menu and playful décor with our rustic Mexican flair provides a dining experience that truly embodies the Mexican spirit.

Mesita is your go-to destination for an entertaining night out. With locations in Rockville Centre, Garden City & Port Washington we feature a tequila lounge, private dining rooms perfect for celebrating any occasion, and a homey family friendly atmosphere lit by twilight lantern lighting. We celebrate Taco Tuesdays every Tuesday and Viva la Brunch Weekends! Don't have time to get into one of our restaurants? We do takeout, delivery & catering orders! Spice up your night with Mesita!

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Thomas

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and good ambience. Service was great!!!

Chachama Grill

4.9

4.9 (1956)

$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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donnaVIP

Dined on Mar 18, 2025

Always a great meal and drinks were on point! I only wish I didn't have that delicious dessert!

Ciro's Italian Restaurant - Kings Park

4.9

4.9 (973)

$31 to $50

Italian

Kings Park

About the restaurant

If you're interested in authentic Italian cuisine, a warm, welcoming, family orientated atmosphere and first class service, Ciro's is the place to be. Ask about any of our delicious freshly made entrees or chef specials. Reservations are always recommended. Catering options are also available for on-site dining or at a location of your choice. Our establishment is the perfect place for special occasions, business meetings or just a night out on the town. Make your reservations today, Ciro's looks forward to serving you!

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FranVIP

Dined 6 days ago

First time there. Was delicious! Service was great. Will definitely be back!

A Taberna

4.8

4.8 (285)

$31 to $50

Portuguese

Island Park

About the restaurant

A Taberna Restaurant & Bar is located in Island Park, New York and serves authentic Portuguese, Mediterranean, and continental cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere. Its extensive menu offers something for everyone.
The menu at Atabernarestaurant.com ; is divided into three different categories: fish and seafood, poultry, and meat. Some of its menu items include frango de churrasco, bife a portuguesa, Seafood platter, Paella and much more. With such a wide array of menu options, you will not have any trouble finding your next favorite dish at Atabernarestaurant.com .

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

We have been coming here for years the food and service is always excellent

Schultzy's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (33)

$31 to $50

American

Bayville

About the restaurant

Whether a holiday party with family and friends, backyard celebration, birthday bash, anniversary, or corporate networking event, Schultzy's seafood catering provides a vast assortment of the highest-quality lobsters, steaks, shrimp, clams, oysters, and more for any Long Island off-premise catering occasion.

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Robert

Dined on Mar 14, 2025

Jimmy Schultz runs a great restaurant. The food is always top of the line. Nice variety on the menu and added specials. Service could not be better and the entire staff is both friendly and helpful. Call for reservations, especially on Friday and Saturday nights, it gets very busy.

Sergio's Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (1461)

$31 to $50

Italian

Pelham

About the restaurant

Experience Pelham, Contemporary Italian cuisine at Sergio’s. We serve authentic Italian favorites and fresh, unbeatable pasta dishes in an elegant yet inviting atmosphere.

Freshness is at the heart of every meal served at Sergio’s. From our delicious pastas to our incredible sauces, everything is homemade using fresh, quality ingredients.

Got an event coming up? Our upstairs private dining room is the perfect spot to host a party or business luncheon for up to 70 guests.

We invite you to join us and enjoy fine Italian cuisine in our restaurant’s wonderful newly designed space. We are open seven days a week, so it’s always a great day to come dine at Sergio’s!

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Anne-Marie

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious food, attentive staff, great ambience. Decor was current.

Marcello's

4.9

4.9 (38)

$30 and under

Italian

New Rochelle

About the restaurant

Award - Winning 2024 Diner's Choice. Marcello's is a family style dining restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests throughout fresh dishes of Italian cuisine. Great for families friends and gatherings. Check out Pelham favorite spot for pizza, pasta(Gluten-free Options), beer, wine and cocktails. Everyone favorite happy hour specials - Monday to Friday 11-4pm offering 2 course pre fixe and drink specials.

Top review

ChristinaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Food was delicious. We were seated right away. Service was top notch.

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