Hidden gems: Lunch restaurants in New York City

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in New York City. This list contains 23 places from Lunch restaurant category.

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Sobak
Korean restaurant
👍👍 Delicious. As a person who was born and raised in Korea, the bibimbap taste authentic and appetizing. No frills. I could tell the beef in the complimentary soup was definitely high quality beef. Absolutely recommendable 👍
5.00 (89 reviews) (~4.02 km from centre)
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F1RST NYC
Cafe
$ $$$
5.00 (86 reviews) (~7.24 km from centre)
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Mia & Brooklyn Coffee Bakery
Coffee shop
👍👍 I love love love this place! I’m so glad I found it - it’s such a perfect study and work from home space and has really good coffee and food. Unlike many other cafes, the music and ambiance is perfect for working :) and also the baristas and owners are incredibly kind but this place has quickly beco...
5.00 (41 reviews) (~4.21 km from centre)
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Luna Coffee Shop
Coffee shop
5.00 (12 reviews) (~5.63 km from centre)
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Afternoon - Upper West
Cafe
👍👍 A perfect egg sandwich, just like in Korea. I ordered without the extra sauce on the top. Very soft buttery egg. Will come back.
$ $$$
4.90 (45 reviews) (~5.94 km from centre)
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TALEA Beer Co.
Bar
4.80 (103 reviews) (~7.05 km from centre)
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Pop Up Grocer
Grocery store
4.80 (63 reviews) (~2.92 km from centre)
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Toastique
Restaurant
👍👍 So excited to welcome this DC-based brand to Hoboken. I went to their soft opening and was so impressed with how stunning the presentation of their food was and the extent of their menu offerings! I have no doubt this will be a success in the area. If you come, try the CURE fresh pressed juice and...
$$ $$
4.80 (47 reviews) (~3.92 km from centre)
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Superfresh To Go
Sandwich shop
👍👍 Very attentive and friendly staff, very fair priced also. Lots of healthy snack options as well as fresh fruit and veggie juices.
4.80 (30 reviews) (~6.93 km from centre)
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All The Kings Horses Cafe
Coffee shop
👍 small local coffee spot in the Alphabets. coffee menu + pastries and more if you are hungry. there’s seating on one side of the case plus outside. got an Americano —it was fine and hit the spot on a chilly day. staff is courteous. worth a stop if you’re in the neighb…or if you are one of those lapto...
4.70 (124 reviews) (~2.35 km from centre)
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Emma's Torch
New American restaurant
Cheery outpost with seasonal American cuisine & culinary training for refugees, plus garden seating.
$$ $$
4.70 (115 reviews) (~7.88 km from centre)
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Polly’s Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 had a great time at polly’s! ordered the tyler special, an iced hibiscus tea, and also had the vegan chocolate cake - all of which were delicious! the barista tyler was super nice and attentive. the outside seating area is beautiful and i will definitely be returning any time i’m in the area :-)
4.70 (113 reviews) (~8.64 km from centre)
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Miss Bagel
Bagel shop
👍👍 Instant neighborhood gem. If you live in bedstuy you already know we have been hurting for a decent bagel place. This place is the brekkie (and lunch!) answer to our deli-desperate prayers. 🙏🏾 Bagels are excellent: classic soft chewy inside and a perfectly crispy (somewhat crunchy in the best way)...
$$ $$
4.70 (112 reviews) (~8.1 km from centre)
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Big Apple Eats
Diner
👍👍 I can really recommend this place. The buttermilk pancakes were great and not too expensive with around $9 and the coffee was good too! The staff was also really friendly. They have a restroom and everything looked clean.
$$ $$
4.70 (89 reviews) (~4.27 km from centre)
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Claire's Kitchen Cafe
Cafe
👍 Great place for a nice chill breakfast with a friend. Was a bit more than flies I'd like buzzing around and the tables need to be cleaned a little better, but overall, nice atmosphere.
$$ $$
4.70 (84 reviews) (~6 km from centre)
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Ebadom Chosun Hwaro 이바돔 조선화로
Korean restaurant
4.70 (63 reviews) (~8.86 km from centre)
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Lions Gate Grill
Asian restaurant
👍👍 Don't overlook this delicious comfort food! Easy to miss this one as you need to go down stairs from street level to an underground food court. They have some run-of-the-mill rice plates but where they really shine is their malatong- an (optionally) spicy, hearty pot chock full of noodles, veggies,...
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4.70 (19 reviews) (~1.9 km from centre)
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Theo Thai Bistro
Thai restaurant
👍👍 The restaurant is beautifully decorated with lots of flowers and colors. However the place is pretty small so definitely call ahead if you plan on bringing a party over 4. We were seated immediately by a friendly server as there wasn't a line. The appetizers came put pretty quickly but our main dish...
$$ $$
4.60 (138 reviews) (~7.67 km from centre)
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tikal cafe
Coffee shop
Laid-back outfit serving meat-free breakfast sandwiches, salad bowls & burgers, plus cocktails.
$ $$$
4.60 (135 reviews) (~9.12 km from centre)
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Hunny
Korean restaurant
👍👍 The delivery was beyond our expectations! Well packaged and very satisfying portion. Love the Kirby Pork Dubbap most! Very tasty with the green sauce! BOGO is the best!
$$ $$
4.60 (75 reviews) (~4.79 km from centre)
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