Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in New York City

OpenTable

Updated 05 May 2025

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Mira

5.0

5 (273)

$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 5 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 (455)

$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 7 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

Joomak

5.0

5 (19)

$50 and over

American

West Village

About the restaurant

Acclaimed chef Jiho Kim (DdoBar) opens Joomak, a fresh iteration of his former Michelin-starred restaurant, Joomak Banjum, at Maison Hudson New York. “Joomak,” is an elevated update, a jewel box set in a more intimate and luxurious space with just 27 seats. The menu features New American cuisine rooted in Korean flavors across an eight-course tasting menu, complemented by a robust wine program featuring French-forward and new-world wines alike.

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Melody

Dined 1 day ago

This is my first time dining experience at Joomak. We had a great time. The waiters are very attentive. The course came out at a timely manner. One comment is if there's an option for children to select from a la carte menu.

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Experience

8-Course Tasting Menu

Mike's Bistro - UES

4.9

4.9 (661)

$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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Sruly

Dined on 30 Apr 2025

Elegant and upscale with outstanding service—the wait staff was incredibly courteous and attentive. The food was amazing: the tuna poke had the freshest, most flavorful tuna I’ve ever had, the braised duck leg was perfectly cooked and beautifully presented, and the short rib melted in my mouth over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. I’ll definitely be back!

U Omakase

4.9

4.9 (251)

$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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Lauren

Dined 3 days ago

Seriously the best meal I’ve ever had. Thank you so much for being so hospitable to our whole crew. My husband’s parents were completely blown away and will always remember it as a special night. We had so much fun, thank you!!!!!

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Experience

U Table

Sobre Masa

4.9

4.9 (6)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Bushwick

About the restaurant

Sobre Masa is a contemporary Mexican restaurant located in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Our menu is designed to be enjoyed family-style, highlighting authentic and modern Mexican cuisine.

Our kitchen is centered around housemade nixtamal and tortillas, crafted daily from heirloom corn sourced directly from small farms across Mexico.

Our beverage program features a thoughtful selection of Mexican spirits from across the country, alongside riffs on classic cocktails.

The kitchen is led by Oaxacan Chef Zack Wangeman, whose cooking is rooted in nostalgia, seasonality, and respect for heirloom ingredients—showcasing the depth of Mexican cuisine beyond the plate.

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pragueleen

Dined on 23 Apr 2025

If you want a casual atmosphere that features delicious food to stuff your belly then Sobre Masa is where you should go. I love their salsas and the guacomole was some of the best I have ever had, The pork shank was delicious, juicy, tender. As well as the chicken polenta. The service was very attentive and the food came out quickly. Overall, I have already told friends about it and I will be going back.

Michael's of Brooklyn

4.9

4.9 (969)

$31 to $50

Italian

Midwood

About the restaurant

Family owned and operated since 1964, Michael’s of Brooklyn offers three generations of pride and excellence at our restaurant in Brooklyn, New York. Loyal customers visit from near and far to enjoy generations-old family recipes, lovingly handed down as a legacy of Italian tradition.

So come and join us as we celebrate the tastes of Italy in our elegantly appointed dining room. From delicious warm and cold antipasti and tantalizing pasta creations…to delectable seafood, veal and poultry entrees… tempting desserts, too. All served to you by a warm and friendly staff. Visit us today and find out why Michael’s has been a Brooklyn institution for nearly sixty years.

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Marla

Dined 4 days ago

Dining at Michael's is always a guaranteed amazing experience!! Food is delicious, service is impeccable, ambiance is inviting and comfortable. Never had a bad experience here in many years.

Bar Miller

4.9

4.9 (21)

$50 and over

Sushi

East Village

About the restaurant

Nestled in an intimate space in the East Village, Bar Miller is the showcase omakase restaurant from the sushi concept Rosella. Just a few blocks away, our 8-seat sushi bar is seated twice nightly for a tasting menu that features local, sustainably-sourced ingredients.

Domestic beer, wine, and cider shape a drink program that stays true to our approach to the menu, while the sake list highlights Brooklyn-based breweries and less conventional styles from Japan.

Bar Miller happily accommodates solo diners. Please email info@barmiller with your reservation request and we will follow up!

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Michael

Dined on 19 Apr 2025

It was truly an unforgettable experience. My daughter had a long list of dietaries which the team kindly accommodated. In retrospect maybe not the best choice for a picky teenager. The attention to detail right from the get go was on point. There was an easy vibe; cool tunes on the playlist but the cooking was quite the opposite. Quality of ingredients, balance and execution was first class. The ethos of the restaurant was demonstrated in an unpretentious manner. Some of the dishes, namely the sweet prawn and mussel nigiri literally blew me away. There’s wasn’t a course which didn’t hit the spot. We had a meal which will live long in our memories.

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Experience

Sushi Bar Tasting Menu

Vetro by Russo's on the Bay

4.9

4.9 (1596)

$31 to $50

Italian

Howard Beach

About the restaurant

From exquisite cuisine, expansive wine cellar, cocktail lounge and exemplary service. Vetro expands Russo's fine culinary tradition into an elegant restaurant completely distinct from your private occasion. Restaurant, Dine in wine cellar, special occasions.

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DebbieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We had a wonderful dinner at Vetro The calamari and seafood tasting were delicious. It was a great place to celebrate a birthday. Everyone really enjoyed their dinner.

Meadowsweet

4.9

4.9 (1610)

$31 to $50

American

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Polo and Stephanie opened Meadowsweet together in 2014 and they see it as an extension of their home. They both enjoy good food, friendly service and a comfortable atmosphere to dine in and that is exactly what they want their guests to experience when visiting Meadowsweet. When they are not at Meadowsweet you will find them upstate at Meadowsweet Farm with their daughter and son where they grow some amazing vegetables with Polo’s Dad to serve at Meadowsweet. They look forward to seeing you at Meadowsweet soon!

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Patrick

Dined 4 days ago

We tried many of the appetizers and all had memorable flavors. Entrees were also solid. Would highly recommend Ended up with 8 in our party and they handled it flawlessly

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