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

Hidden gems: Lunch 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 25 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)

F1RST NYC

Cafe

$ $$$

5.00 (86 reviews)

Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe - Staten Island Hylan Blvd

Cafe

👍👍 really calming atmosphere, foods to die for honestly amazing. Love the Turkey croffle.

5.00 (64 reviews)

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)

Emiliano's Market

Italian grocery store

4.90 (70 reviews)

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)

Pop Up Grocer

Grocery store

4.80 (63 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)

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)

Emma's Torch

New American restaurant

Cheery outpost with seasonal American cuisine & culinary training for refugees, plus garden seating.

$$ $$

4.70 (115 reviews)

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)

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)

Utica Takeout

Restaurant

4.70 (99 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)

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)

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,...

$$ $$

4.70 (19 reviews)

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...

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4.60 (138 reviews)

tikal cafe

Coffee shop

Laid-back outfit serving meat-free breakfast sandwiches, salad bowls & burgers, plus cocktails.

$ $$$

4.60 (135 reviews)

Jerusalem Bagels

Bakery

👍👍 Good bagels and good people. Family friendly. I recommend.

$ $$$

4.60 (127 reviews)

MARATHON CAFE

Hong Kong style fast food restaurant

👍👍 So delicious and with decent price! I’ve attached the menu here just for reference. The larva French toasts was my favorite! It was so delicious and I’ve never had it before! What a surprise! HK style milk tea, I just love it! And we also got the fried pork chop(single order), which was so good and...

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4.60 (120 reviews)

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Hidden gems: Lunch restaurants in New York, United States