5 Best Restaurants in New York NY
Updated 27 September 2026 · 688 restaurants in New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide highlights the top-rated restaurants in New York NY based on weighted Google ratings and a minimum of 300 reviews. We analyzed 688 qualifying businesses to select these five spots. Whether you need late-night slices, fresh personal pizzas, authentic Thai, Georgian cuisine, or Caribbean-style tacos, this list helps you find quality dining. All selections are ranked by customer feedback across the city.
#1
Pop’s Pizza of East Village
★ 5 (1,379 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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Pop’s Pizza of East Village serves solid, crispy slices with limited seating. Reviewers note the basic cheese slice is tasty, while the Upside Down offers a thick, savory crust. The burrata slice with hot honey and Parmesan is a standout. Located at 223 Avenue B, this no-frills spot stays open until 4 am on weekends and features wheelchair-accessible seating and a car park for convenience.
Best for: Late-night pizza slices
- Address
- 223 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–4 am; Mon 11 am–12 am; Sat 11 am–4 am; Sun 11 am–12 am; Thu 11 am–1 am; Tue 11 am–12 am; Wed 11 am–12 am
#2
Pizzazz
★ 5 (1,082 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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Reviewers praise the chewy dough and fresh ingredients in wild mushroom and margherita varieties. The spot also serves fresh farmer’s market sandwiches and chai tea panna cotta. With only standing tables, it is ideal for quick takeout. Located at 38 Union Sq E, it remains open daily from 11 am to 9 pm.
Best for: Fresh personal pizzas
- Address
- 38 Union Sq E, New York, NY 10003, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 12–9 pm; Sun 12–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#3
Valla Table
★ 4.9 (6,116 Google reviews)Thai restaurant
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Valla Table delivers authentic Thai dishes with complex flavors and great textures. Reviewers highlight the spicy chili flakes, crispy pork belly, and perfectly balanced Tom Yum soup. The Khao Yum offers fresh herbs and lightness. Guests enjoy refreshing cocktails like Thai Ice Tea with sweet foam. Located at 641 10th Ave, this restaurant welcomes walk-ins and offers wheelchair-accessible entrances and toilets.
Best for: Authentic Thai flavors
- Address
- 641 10th Ave, New York, NY 10036, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:30 am–4 pm, 5–10 pm; Mon 11:30 am–4 pm, 5–10 pm; Sat 12–4 pm, 5–10 pm; Sun 12–4 pm, 5–10 pm; Thu 11:30 am–4 pm, 5–10 pm; Tue 11:30 am–4 pm, 5–10 pm; Wed 11:30 am–4 pm, 5–10 pm
#4
SAPERAVI
★ 4.9 (3,687 Google reviews)Georgian restaurant$20–60 per person
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SAPERAVI serves authentic Georgian food with rich flavors and large portions. Reviewers love the cheesy Adjaruli, flavorful beef khinkali, and spiced sausage. The green plum sauce and khachapuri are standout items. This women-owned spot offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily from 10 am to 11 pm at 245 E 14th St. It features outdoor seating, great cocktails, and a full wine list for a complete dining experience.
Best for: Georgian cuisine experience
- Address
- 245 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003, United States
- Hours
- daily 10 am–11 pm
#5
Talkin' Tacos New York
★ 4.9 (3,442 Google reviews)Taco restaurant
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Talkin' Tacos New York serves excellent tacos including the Caribbean Carne with sweet plantains and Mahi Mahi. Reviewers call the bean tacos some of the best in the area, with warm, flavorful shells. The chips and guacamole are fresh, and the birria bowl arrives hot and tasty. Located at 4179 Broadway, this casual spot offers free street parking and stays open until 2 am daily for late-night dining.
Best for: Caribbean-style tacos
- Address
- 4179 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–2 am
How we made this list
We looked at 688 restaurants in New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by weighted Google rating across the city, 300 reviews minimum. 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 27 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- SAPERAVI takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- 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?
Pop’s Pizza of East Village ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 1,379 reviews. Pizzazz is second at 5 from 1,082 reviews.
Which restaurants in New York NY are open late?
Pop’s Pizza of East Village stays open until 4 am; Talkin' Tacos New York stays open until 2 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: SAPERAVI $20–60. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Talkin' Tacos New York.
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