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Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Manhattan

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Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Manhattan? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Estela restaurant
4.8
4.8 (570)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
NoHo
About the restaurant
One of the most celebrated restaurants in the United States, Estela is an intimate downtown bistro from chef Ignacio Mattos that can be experienced in many ways, whether it’s a thrilling dinner in the dining room, a leisurely weekend brunch with friends, or a late-night drink at the bustling bar. Since opening in 2013, the restaurant has served several signature dishes that are now considered New York City classics, while always offering guests something new to try.

Estela holds one Michelin star, among many other major accolades.

Top review
Jesus
Dined 2 days ago
The food and service at Estela was excellent. Staff were all attentive and friendly. Plates were great for sharing and the menu, though not large, provided an excellent variety of foods and flavors. Everything we ordered was delicious, but the Endive salad was the all star! Truly a must have.
A photo of Perry St restaurant
4.7
4.7 (3695)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
West Village
About the restaurant
Chef Jean-Georges brings relaxed elegance to the West Village with Perry St - awarded three stars by the New York Times.

Jean-Georges’ son, Cedric Vongerichten, helms the kitchen, creating dishes that reflect his own keen instinct for balancing flavor and texture with an exquisite blend of French, American, and Asian influences and ingredients. The menu is inspired by the season, centering on the local market at Union Square.

Please visit us http://www.perrystrestaurant.com for menus and more information.

Top review
TimVIP
Dined on Mar 13, 2025
I love this place. Service is excellent. Food is great. My favorite restaurant in the city.
A photo of Contour restaurant
4.8
4.8 (153)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Midtown West
About the restaurant
The classic cocktail culture of New York City is revived at this all-day gastro lounge, located inside The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park. Contour is expressed in the fluid, Matisse-inspired lines that adorn the ceiling; the easy, steady flow of drinks, energy and conversation; and the experience itself, which transforms throughout the day. Small plates showcase locally sourced ingredients, and cocktails, in their preparation and presentation, are beautifully refined. The social rhythm of the city and Matisse-inspired design is weaved through Contour’s three spaces including a marble bar and two unique lounge spaces.

Top review
Cindi
Dined on Mar 8, 2025
Magical atmosphere & beautiful view, set on Central Park South, topped off with extraordinary food and a fabulous staff. A wonderful experience.
A photo of L’Adresse NoMad restaurant
4.8
4.8 (255)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
NoMad
About the restaurant
L’Adresse Nomad pulls inspiration from European culinary traditions and modern American techniques, fusing ingredients and flavor profiles from both food cultures into a dynamic menu of approachable and thoughtfully crafted dishes, all complemented by L’Adresse’s innovative bar program specializing in benchmark classics and signature offerings inspired thereof.



Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 6 days ago
We really enjoyed the menu and ambiance. The server was attentive and had answers for any of our questions. Highly recommend.
A photo of Giorgio's of Gramercy restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2702)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Gramercy Park
About the restaurant
Our patio, is open for dinner and drinks Sun-Wed 5-9pm and Thur-Sat 5-10pm! Take-out, delivery and catering services are also available Mon-Fri 12-3pm, Sun-Wed 5-9pm and Thur-Sat 5-10pm.

Giorgio's of Gramercy is one of Zagat's top rated restaurants in the Gramercy Park neighborhood. Our eclectic American menu will not disappoint. The philosophy at Giorgio’s of Gramercy is to serve quality food using only the freshest of ingredients at great value. We offer menus that are creative, yet simple.


Top review
JohnVIP
Dined 7 days ago
Always a staple. Good sauce and pasta. Lasagna was a little runny and left more to be desired.
A photo of BG - Bergdorf Goodman restaurant
4.7
4.7 (4760)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Midtown West
About the restaurant
Sophistication on the Seventh Floor of Bergdorf Goodman with afternoon into evening Central Park views. BG is a modern interpretation of the aristocratic social salon. Like a Park Avenue residence from the age of cosmopolitan glamour. Well-appointed and bright, the drawing room atmosphere is an intimate conversational setting for lunch, tea and early supper or cocktails. The light and sparkling menu is a modern take on classic New York fare.
All Day menu served Mon - Sat from Noon-6 PM , and Sunday from Noon -5 PM
*Enjoy Afternoon Tea service Mon-Sat from Noon:-5:00 PM and Sun from Noon-5:00 PM, reservations required.


Top review
JohnVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Spectacular as usual! Setting, service and food all exemplary...
A photo of Bistro Verde - Nordstrom New York City restaurant
4.7
4.7 (338)
$30 and under
American
Midtown West
About the restaurant
The health and safety of our employees and community is our priority. We are working hard to keep our communities safe. We are open for dine-in service and to-go orders with Curbside Pickup. Call (212) 295-2185 to place your order.
Top review
MarvinVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Bistro Verde is a hidden gem with an outdoor view and surprisingly great food!
A photo of Robert restaurant
4.7
4.7 (9109)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Columbus Circle
About the restaurant
Robert is a modern American restaurant housed within the Museum of Arts and Design with an amazing view of Columbus Circle and Central Park. Enjoy dinner and a bottle of fine wine from our collection in our beautifully designed dining room. Have a seat in our lounge next to our baby grand piano and sip one of our cocktails.
Top review
GERINVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Best view in Manhattan NYC. Delicious salmon and wagyu burger.
A photo of The Restaurant at Great Jones Distilling Co restaurant
4.7
4.7 (508)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
NoHo
About the restaurant
The Restaurant at Great Jones Distilling Co. is proud to serve classic favorites reinvigorated by modern technique, and enriched by the flavors of sumptuous local ingredients. Enjoy a unique dining experience that pays homage to a bygone era of the city’s past, and find the best of New York on every plate.

Join us every Saturday for Jazz Brunch!

Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 5 days ago
Great service and awesome food and drinks obviously. Very recommended
A photo of Butter Midtown restaurant
4.6
4.6 (5928)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Midtown West
About the restaurant
BUTTER is located in Midtown Manhattan. Executive Chef, Alex Guarnaschelli offers traditional American fare highlighted and enhanced by subtle global influences with the grace notes of seasonality.

Please note that in accordance with the guidance provided by the City of New York, BUTTER will require proof of Vaccination for Covid-19 as well as a form of Identification for every guests who enters and stays on the premises.

BUTTER accommodates PRIVATE EVENTS for groups of 20 to 250. For more information please visit our website listed below.


Top review
MauraVIP
Dined on Mar 18, 2025
I brought friends from Minneapolis and we were all so happy with the food and service.
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