Hidden gems - American restaurants in New York, United States not to miss (Updated December, 2023)

Hidden gems: American restaurants in New York

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. This list contains 26 places from American restaurant category.

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F1RST NYC

Cafe

$ $$$

5.00 (86 reviews)

Grand Canyon Restaurant City

American restaurant

👍👍 Delicious new diner in the neighborhood! Service couldn’t be nicer 🤩

5.00 (10 reviews)

Aveah's kitchenette

American restaurant

👍👍 Aveah's Kitchenette, what can I say but five plus stars. I have been ordering food from her for months now, and it is by far the best food in town. . I must tried everything on the menu and it just gets better and better. If you don't try it your missing out!!

5.00 (6 reviews)

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Restaurant

4.90 (96 reviews)

Aura Bar & Kitchen

Tapas restaurant

$$ $$

4.90 (87 reviews)

The Haab: Mexican Cafe

Mexican restaurant

👍👍 The most tasty food made from scratch! Amazing family atmosphere. Cozy decor. The food melts in your mouth!

$$ $$

4.80 (144 reviews)

Chambers

Restaurant

👍👍 Amazing place! Everything was incredibly tasty! I'm glad they offer delicious, gluten-free warm bread and a very good non-alcoholic red wine. I highly recommend the Mascarpone dessert!

4.80 (135 reviews)

Ways and Means

American restaurant

👍👍 Very quaint little spot in the Village. The food was delicious. No lie. Seriously the food is crazy good. I ordered the steak quesadilla and my wife ordered the Chicken Alfredo and a side of fries and some fried calamari. The steak quesadilla was full with great seasoned chunks of steak. It came wit...

$$ $$

4.80 (26 reviews)

The Local Eatery & Craft Beer

Bar & grill

👍👍 So far I had their coffee, Tuscan and Veg paninis which are 😋. The owners are friendly! Happy you guys are only steps away from my place. El Pollito Loco sandwich

$$ $$

4.70 (147 reviews)

Roberto's Gourmet Kitchen

Italian restaurant

👍👍 Truly a great place I was surprised to be honest because I moved to Staten Island a little over a year ago from New Jersey’s melting pot of amazing food in Hudson country and I have not found many places near by that I feel Are great tasting and not over priced! Roberto’s not only had amazing food b...

$$ $$

4.70 (101 reviews)

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)

Resolution 39 Best Rooftop Bar & Restaurant Midtown

New American restaurant

👍👍 A rooftop restaurant. Great to sit outside in the summer. Not much of a view. But it’s a 3 story restaurant. The food was really good and the waitress very nice.

4.70 (73 reviews)

Antun's Market

American restaurant

👍👍 I enjoyed a fine dining experience at Antun's the Restaurant "An American Bistro" on a beautiful Thursday evening. I was immediately seated and transported from the hustle and bustle of Queens into an enchanted and tranquil outdoor eating area, replete with live music and entertainment. The servic...

$$$$

4.70 (14 reviews)

Peaches Prime

American restaurant

$$ $$

4.60 (127 reviews)

The Roof at the Rockaway

American restaurant

4.60 (99 reviews)

Runner Up

American restaurant

4.60 (72 reviews)

Marte's Cafe

Cafe

$$ $$

4.60 (51 reviews)

Carmine's Corona Eats

American restaurant

👍👍 Quick, delicious breakfast and lunch. American and Hispanic foods. Outdoor, covered seating, enjoying the breeze. Highly recommend!

4.60 (42 reviews)

Bourbon and Branch

American restaurant

👍👍 A random lunch stop. Nice bourbon, rye and scotch selection. I went simple with Old Forrester Signature. My veggie tacos were awesome, just a touch of heat. Veggie burger was homemade. Other stuff was equally awesome. Nice vibe, excellent service, prices were fair. Would stop here again.

4.50 (138 reviews)

The Rail Bar & Grill

Bar

👍👍 Great atmosphere and local love from the staff and patrons. You will fill at home…stop by for some drinks!

$ $$$

4.50 (119 reviews)

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Hidden gems: American restaurants in New York, United States