5 Restaurants Open Late in Chelsea, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 19 restaurants in Chelsea, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five places in Chelsea, New York that stay open until midnight or later on at least one night. It is for anyone looking for a late dinner after a show, a gallery opening or a long workday. Nineteen qualifying places were considered, and the list is ranked from Google ratings weighted by review count. Each entry notes the late hours, the address and the dishes, drinks and atmosphere reviewers mention most.
#1
Salinas Restaurant
★ 4.8 (2,962 Google reviews)Spanish restaurant$50–100 per person
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Salinas is a women-owned Spanish restaurant at 136 9th Avenue, open for dinner until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays and closed Sundays and Mondays. Reviewers mention octopus, patatas bravas, salmon tartare, ceviche and short rib, along with strong drinks. They describe a small outdoor section with a cabin-like feel. Google lists a fireplace, live music, a wine list and small plates.
Best for: Spanish small plates late
- Address
- 136 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5:30 pm–12 am; Mon Closed; Sat 5:30 pm–12 am; Sun Closed; Thu 5:30–11 pm; Tue 5:30–10 pm; Wed 5:30–10 pm
#2
Lulla NYC
★ 4.8 (1,483 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$20–70 per person
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Lulla NYC is an Italian restaurant inside the hotel at 113 West 24th Street, open from 7 am and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers mention seasoned focaccia, crisp calamari, well-made cocktails and a small but authentic Italian menu. One reviewer notes the host stand sits further inside the building. Google lists breakfast, live music, coffee, dessert and happy hour.
Best for: Breakfast to late Italian dinner
- Address
- 113 W 24th St, New York, NY 10011, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–12 am; Mon 7 am–11 pm; Sat 7 am–12 am; Sun 7 am–11 pm; Thu 7 am–11 pm; Tue 7 am–11 pm; Wed 7 am–11 pm
#3
Wildflower
★ 4.8 (1,111 Google reviews)Cocktail bar
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Wildflower is a cocktail bar at 505 West 23rd Street, open until 2 am from Thursday to Saturday and 1 am on other nights. Reviewers mention fried calamari and shrimp with chili aioli, stuffed garlic knots with cacio e pepe fondue, a prix fixe option and a back garden for groups. One reviewer found space limited for a birthday brunch. The entrance, seating and toilet are wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Late drinks and shared plates
- Address
- 505 W 23rd St A, New York, NY 10011, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 pm–2 am; Mon 4 pm–1 am; Sat 11 am–2 am; Sun 11 am–1 am; Thu 12 pm–2 am; Tue 4 pm–1 am; Wed 12 pm–1 am
#4
Forno D'Oro NYC
★ 4.9 (320 Google reviews)Italian restaurant
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Forno D'Oro is an Italian restaurant at 196 8th Avenue, open until midnight from Thursday to Saturday and until 10 pm on other days. Reviewers describe a warm, intimate room with friendly, attentive staff. They mention fresh, light food, top-notch pizza, a ricotta spread and an unusual dessert, and note careful presentation. The entrance and seating are listed as wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Intimate pizza dinner
- Address
- 196 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 pm–12 am; Mon 12–10 pm; Sat 12 pm–12 am; Sun 12–10 pm; Thu 12 pm–12 am; Tue 12–10 pm; Wed 12–10 pm
#5
LOULOU
★ 4.7 (4,506 Google reviews)French restaurant
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LOULOU is a French bistro and bar at 176 8th Avenue, open until 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays and midnight on other nights, with brunch on weekends. Reviewers describe a cozy upstairs room with shows, a lively feel and fun cocktails. They mention margarita flatbread, sea bass, short ribs, lamb chops, mussels and salted caramel dessert. Google lists wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: Dinner, drinks and a show
- Address
- 176 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–2 am; Mon 11 am–12 am; Sat 10 am–2 am; Sun 10 am–12 am; Thu 11 am–12 am; Tue 11 am–12 am; Wed 11 am–12 am
How we made this list
We looked at 19 restaurants in Chelsea, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then open until midnight or later on at least one day, 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
- Book ahead at Salinas Restaurant: Google lists reservations as required.
- For an early start, Lulla NYC opens at 7 am.
- 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?
Salinas Restaurant ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 2,962 reviews. Lulla NYC is second at 4.8 from 1,483 reviews.
Which restaurants in Chelsea, New York NY are open late?
Salinas Restaurant stays open until 12 am; Lulla NYC stays open until 12 am; Wildflower stays open until 2 am; Forno D'Oro NYC stays open until 12 am; LOULOU stays open until 2 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Salinas Restaurant $50–100; Lulla NYC $20–70. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Salinas Restaurant.
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