1. Neu Berlin
26th St, New York, NY
Night Club · Chelsea · 6 tips and reviews
D. H.: Succulent modern food and cocktails at the Kantine . For your drink, suggest a mood or a flavor and the bartenders improvise, which they do proudly. Super-cool music and dj sets .
K-Þórır D.: New hidden & exclusive social club in West Chelsea. Awesome multi space in abandoned factory: art gallery 🎨, cocktail bar, nightclub, boxing room 👊, snooker tables 🎱.. A great place to chill...
Filip O.: Nice selection of beers. Great art and music performances. Tasty german-american finger food at the Kantine.
2. The Red Cat
227 10th Ave (btwn W 23rd & W 24th St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Chelsea · 130 tips and reviews
Compass: Admire funky décor like barn siding and rotating artwork while enjoying perfectly-cooked zucchini, fresh burrata, and grilled beer brats with mac and cheese.
Sasha Sherman: The zuchini is so simple and fresh. A classic dish here. Fried green beans are also great.
The New York Times: Red Cat is one of the NYT restaurant critic Sam Sifton’s 50 favorite NYC restaurants. To see the full list, get The Scoop iPhone app, an inside guide to New York: NYTimes.com/thescoop
Karen Robinovitz: Mango pudding, a must. Cesar salad, delish! Guac and chips, yum!
DailyCandy: Raw, organic, and yet we’re obsessed. We especially love the taco salad and the blue sunset and strawberry blond shakes. Read more.
Modelinia: Ali Michael loves the salads and desserts available at this popular NYC eatery. Try Ali’s favorite salad: greens, arugula, avocado, and hijiki with argon lemon dressing.
4. Terroir at The Porch
The High Line (above 15th St. & 10th Ave.), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Chelsea · 46 tips and reviews
Edlin Choi: Ugh I wish I didn't eat before going. Meatballs looked awesome. They have a lobster roll that sounds delicious. I had the Farnum Hill cider, pretty good. Great little date. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.
Nina Yiamsamatha: Get the riesling on draft!
Time Out New York: For a law-abiding buzz, we suggest day drinking at Terroir at the Porch, which features a casual vibe & lovely views of the Hudson. Nab a picnic table & down drafts from NY breweries or sample wines. Read more.
5. The Meatball Shop
200 9th Ave (btwn W 22nd St & W 23rd St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Chelsea · 191 tips and reviews
Thrillist: Our favorites: Spicy pork meatballs & mozz on brioche, bratwurst balls topped w/ beer-infused mustard sauce, & Underballs' Whiskey Float w/ citrus liqueur, root beer, & house-made vanilla ice cream. Read more.
Andy Rosenberg: Try the Bratwurst Ball!
Liz Dell: Spicy pork w/ mushroom sauce is always a win in any form. I highly recommended the Everything but the Kitchen Sink salad, it's a little lighter than other options but is hearty & delicious
Patrick Butler: This is the best NYC neighborhood deli you could ask for. Always friendly, great over-stuffed sandwiches, fresh chips and open late. Ah.... chelsea livin!
Joe D: Order a 2-egg Bacon Egg & Cheese and you will be delighted. Bacon so crispy...
Serious Eats: Don't go out of your way for this deli, but if you're nearby and in need of a quick, cheap bite, they have some sandwiches that will fill you up.
7. Tre Dici
128 W 26th St (at 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Chelsea · 43 tips and reviews
Jason Sheets: The steak, cooked just right, with parmesan crust on top and homemade creamy horseradish sauce. Bravo Tre Dici. Gnocchi was great also
Adam Dane: Great food. Great lunch spot. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff
Kevin Mantell: Go to the right of the Tre Deci Steak door. Take the nondescript elevator to the 2nd floor. Go down the hall and open the black door with the peep hole. The ambiance is very cool and intimate.
10. Good Stuff Diner
109 W 14th St (btw 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Diner · Chelsea · 88 tips and reviews
Paul Noonan: Someone was murdered here.
Taj W.: Nice and friendly waitstaff. I asked my waiter, "which booth was the guy killed in", and he then proceeds to point at the lampshade right above my head with the bullet hole...
Keith Edwards: Tip: wash your hands before eating a meal. Also, boobs.
13. Westville Chelsea
246 W 18th St (btwn 7th Ave & 8th Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Chelsea · 283 tips and reviews
Andrew Cerda: The California Benedict is an amazing (vegetarian) brunch option. If it's on the menu, I highly recommend.
Joy Ding: Market sides 4 for $14, get brussels sprouts, artichokes, mushrooms, and pesto potato hash.
Liz Walton: The Market Plate is the best thing on the menu - try the kale and brussel sprouts.