Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in New York City

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in New York City? 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!

Mira

5.0

5 (254)

$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.

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HarperVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We kicked off the night with oysters and cocktails—super fresh, super classy. Felt like a mini escape to the coast.

Kaizen Flushing

5.0

5 (434)

$50 and over

Sushi

Flushing

About the restaurant

**To reserve a seat for our exclusive 15-course omakase experience at the sushi counter, please select the "Experiences" option below and book under 15-Course Omakase.

Discover Kaizen, where tradition meets innovation in the heart of Flushing, Queens. Our menu, featuring premium sushi, sashimi, and hand rolls, celebrates the art of Japanese cuisine with a modern twist, offering flavors that are both timeless and inspired. Whether you're indulging in our exquisite 15-course omakase or sharing small plates with friends, every dish is crafted to excite the palate and elevate the moment. With a vibrant atmosphere perfect for social occasions, corporate events, or intimate gatherings, Kaizen promises a dining experience that’s as dynamic and delightful as its name suggests.

Important: The sushi counter is only reserved for omakase.

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Margie

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing value and delicious food! Will definitely be back

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Experience

15-Course Premium Selection Omakase

Experience

Bottomless Happy Hour / Open Bar

Experience

$45 7-Course Lunch Omakase

Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

4.9 (1053)

$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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Lexi

Dined 2 days ago

I highly recommend Aunt Jake’s Pasta making class!! It was a great experience, and I can honestly say I feel confident to make pasta now. There are many class options, but I recommend being the first class (5pm) because you get the restaurant to yourself, creating a more personable experience. The staff could not be friendlier, and they do an incredible job!! On top of all of that - the food was delicious :)

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Experience

Aunt Jake's "How to Make Pasta" Experience

SAINT RESTAURANT BAR & SPEAKEASY

4.9

4.9 (97)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

East Village

About the restaurant

Located 136 Second Avenue, the artfully-designed SAINT offers new American dishes with a globally inspired modern twist. Nestled in the heart of the grit and the glam.

The Speakeasy opens at 9PM Friday and Saturday.

Please, call or text the restaurant if you have any questions. We never use AI and you will always be chatting with a live person who actually works inside the restaurant. Large groups or special events can email EVENTS@saintny.com

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Lisaldo

Dined on Apr 16, 2025

The Shrimp Cocktail were amazing, I had the NY steak which was cooked to perfection and the drinks were excellent, the Vibe was very chill, for sure will go back again

Çka Ka Qëllu

4.8

4.8 (33)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Belmont

About the restaurant

Traditional Albanian dishes showcased in a rustic, stylish environment with old-world accents.

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Emma

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

I absolutely loved it. Amazing food and the staff was incredibly nice and welcoming. I would 101% come atleast once a month if I would be living in NY. One of the best restaurants I have ever been to.

Fresco's Grand Cantina

5.0

5 (136)

$30 and under

Mexican

Astoria

About the restaurant

**** Please note this page is for our 28-50 31st St, Queens, New York location.****

Beautiful Mexican-Fusion establishment with old-world accents and very Instagram-able throughout the restaurant. We pride ourselves with fresh locally sourced ingredients for our Authentic & Modern Mexican fare.

Best Happy Hour around from 3pm to 8pm from Tuesday to Friday. The strong & delicious cocktails and amazing service will keep you coming back week after week for any of our numerous events. Follow us on Instagram to stay in the loop.

If you'd like to make a reservation at our other location ( Fresco's Cantina ) located at 12-14 31st Ave Astoria, NY 11106 - Please call (347) 808-7338.

Thank you!

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Melinda

Dined 5 days ago

Fresco's Grand Cantina is not only delicious with great variety of drinks but they have such fun, bright, and welcoming LGBTQ+ energy that not only makes me want to return but also bring new friends/family/people visiting NYC! This was my second time attending their Sunday Drag Brunch with Catrina Lovelace and it was even more amazing than my last visit! I brought my parents and cousins for their first Drag Brunch experience and it was a huge success! They had so much fun and loved everything we ate and drank! Will be be back for sure

U Omakase

4.9

4.9 (249)

$50 and over

Sushi

Greenpoint

About the restaurant

U Omakase offers a unique take on traditional Omakase dining. Immerse yourself in a communal dining experience featuring a seasonal tasting menu. This experience is meant to be social, sensory, surprising and most of all - fun!
With over 40 years of experience, our Veteran Chefs carefully curate a 13-course meal using only the highest quality ingredients.

Intimate atmosphere with LIMITED SEATING.
We look forward to welcoming U! Please enable OpenTable Alerts on your mobile device to be notified of any openings.

*Please note that raw fish and shellfish are featured heavily in this Chef's tasting menu. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer modifications. Each seating will begin promptly.

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Isabella

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

Had a wonderful experience at U Omakase! The dishes were impeccable and the service was outstanding. Such a fun and unique NYC experience. Highly recommend to all who is seeking an intimate and delicious dining experience with a friend or loved one.

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Experience

U Table

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

4.9

4.9 (724)

$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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GraceVIP

Dined 2 days ago

He moved like water. Cut like thought. Seasoned like memory. That’s not cooking. That’s poetry.

The Factory 380

4.8

4.8 (16)

$31 to $50

American

Kips Bay

About the restaurant

"The Factory was a space where high and low, rich and poor, black and white, gay and straight came together as one.”

Now, put yourself back in 1962 NYC - Our “neighborhood bar / restaurant / lounge with hidden speakeasy" is subtly referencing the Andy Warhol movement while showcasing modern artful cocktails and craft beers. The Factory 380 serves market fresh creative eclectic fare, fermented grains and cocktails to rocking DJ tunes in a funky decor.

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David

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

No se puede ir mal con una tarde/noche aquí. Buenas bebidas, buenas vibras, y comida rica. You can’t go wrong with an afternoon/evening here. Great drinks, great vibes, and delicious food.

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Experience

Mixtape Bingo at The Factory 380

Experience

Trivia Tuesdays at The Factory 380

Experience

Live Music Wednesdays at The Factory 380

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