5 Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in Murray Hill, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 9 restaurants in Murray Hill, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five restaurants in and around Murray Hill, New York that Google marks as family friendly. It is for parents, visitors and groups who want a sit-down meal that works for everyone at the table. Nine qualifying businesses were considered, and the list is ranked by Google rating, weighted by the number of reviews. Each entry covers hours, location and what reviewers mention.
#1
The Consulate - Murray Hill
★ 4.9 (344 Google reviews)French restaurant
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A French restaurant at 160 E 38th St, entered from E 37th St, open until 10 pm daily and from 10 am on weekends. Reviewers mention escargot, steak frites, salmon eggs Benedict and toffee cake, an outdoor terrace and warm staff who marked an anniversary with dessert. One reviewer found it overpriced and service slow. Google lists rooftop seating, brunch, cocktails and wheelchair-accessible restrooms.
Best for: French brunch on the terrace
- Address
- 160 E 38th St, E 37th St Entrance, New York, NY 10016, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–10 pm; Sat 10 am–10 pm; Sun 10 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#2
Tartinery
★ 4.7 (3,011 Google reviews)Restaurant$20–30 per person
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A cafe-restaurant at 90 Park Ave serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, open from 7 am on weekdays and 8 am on weekends. Reviewers mention smashed avocado with boiled egg, salmon tartines, a tuna sandwich and a club sandwich. One traveling family appreciated staff storing their luggage, while another reviewer found table service slow. Google lists outdoor seating, great coffee and tea, and wheelchair-accessible seating.
Best for: Easy breakfast with fresh tartines
- Address
- 90 Park Ave, New York, NY 10016, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–8 pm; Mon 7 am–8 pm; Sat 8 am–6 pm; Sun 8 am–4 pm; Thu 7 am–8 pm; Tue 7 am–8 pm; Wed 7 am–8 pm
#3
Sam's Place
★ 4.6 (480 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$20–60 per person
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An Italian restaurant at 132 E 39th St serving weekday lunch and dinner, Saturday dinner only, and closed on Sundays. Reviewers describe a two-floor dining room with pictures on the walls, a friendly crowd of regulars, baked clams and fettuccine Alfredo, and an unpretentious style. One reviewer reported a bad visit involving the mussels. Google lists a wine list, vegetarian options and outdoor seating.
Best for: Traditional Italian family dinners
- Address
- 132 E 39th St, New York, NY 10016, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Mon 12–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Sat 5–9 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 12–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Tue 12–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Wed 12–3 pm, 5–9 pm
#4
Tipsy Shanghai 蘇杭餐厅
★ 4.5 (1,022 Google reviews)Chinese restaurant$20–30 per person
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A Chinese restaurant at 594 3rd Ave, open 11 am to 11:30 pm and open 24 hours on Sundays. Reviewers mention pork soup dumplings, braised beef noodle soup, peanut sauce noodles, dongpo pork and eight treasures rice pudding, with generous portions. One reviewer found the room small and the food mild. Google lists vegan and vegetarian options, healthy choices and quick service.
Best for: Shared plates of dumplings and noodles
- Address
- 594 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11:30 pm; Mon 11 am–11:30 pm; Sat 11 am–11:30 pm; Sun Open 24 hours; Thu 11 am–11:30 pm; Tue 11 am–11:30 pm; Wed 11 am–11:30 pm
#5
Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC
★ 4.4 (1,762 Google reviews)Seafood restaurant$40–100 per person
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A seafood restaurant at 633 3rd Ave, open from 11:30 am on weekdays and from 3 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention fresh oysters and clams, smoky baked oysters, lobster kimchi rice, a tuna sushi roll, flourless chocolate cake and a popular happy hour at the bar. Staff handled a party of 17 well, and one reviewer compares the decor to a cruise ship dining room. Google lists live music and a wine list.
Best for: Seafood for large groups
- Address
- 633 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10017, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:30 am–10 pm; Mon 11:30 am–10 pm; Sat 3–10 pm; Sun 3–9 pm; Thu 11:30 am–10 pm; Tue 11:30 am–10 pm; Wed 11:30 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 9 restaurants in Murray Hill, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Family friendly”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- The Consulate - Murray Hill, Tartinery, Sam's Place, Tipsy Shanghai 蘇杭餐厅 and Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Tipsy Shanghai 蘇杭餐厅 is listed as open 24 hours, so it works for a very early or very late visit.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
The Consulate - Murray Hill ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 344 reviews. Tartinery is second at 4.7 from 3,011 reviews.
Which restaurants in Murray Hill, New York NY are open late?
Tipsy Shanghai 蘇杭餐厅 is listed as open 24 hours.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Tartinery $20–30; Sam's Place $20–60; Tipsy Shanghai 蘇杭餐厅 $20–30; Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC $40–100. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for The Consulate - Murray Hill and Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC.
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