1. The Horny Ram
7.3
957 2nd Ave, New York, NY
Bar · Turtle Bay · 18 tips and reviews
Staff Picks: The Horny Ram is the perfect Midtown East spot for an after-work drink, serving up comfort food classics. Try the mac and cheese or the buffalo chicken nachos platter - a definite crowd favorite.
Lorraine Smith: I love the ambience here at The Horny Ram. The Cornflake Chicken strip were absolutely delicious, and the Big Burger was really big with an amazing flavor!
Kellie: Great service, loved the chicken and waffle sandwich
3. The Smith
8.7
956 2nd Ave (at E 51st St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 362 tips and reviews
AskMen: Aside from seafood towers & ceviche, the menu also includes smart comfort food like fried chicken & potato waffles, and St. Louis-style sticky ribs. Read more.
Condé Nast Traveler: We seem to have a thing for brasseries—though this one is decidedly American, with more comfort food than a Southern diner, like the guilt-inducing breakfast pot pie and jalapeño cheddar grits. Read more.
Jasmine Benun: Unisex bathroom, enter at your own risk.
6. P.J. Clarke's
8.7
915 3rd Ave (at E 55th St), New York, NY
Pub · Midtown East · 316 tips and reviews
Ofir Weinstock: Lovely service and good old American comfort food served fresh and yummy! Crab cakes are a delight as well as garlic fries!
Welcome to College: If your college visits bring you to the big city, find a few minutes to grab a bite and watch world go by at PJ Clarke's. The burgers, the mac & cheese, the raw bar...you cannot go wrong here!
Esquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Now fight your way to the bar and get yourself a Guinness and a cheeseburger.
7. The Polo Bar
8.9
1 E 55th St (5th Avenue), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 65 tips and reviews
Caroline Schulweis: Fancy comfort food. Can't really go wrong here! Reuben sandwich and the burger are popular orders.
Ahu Ragusin: This place is an incredibly chic American Style Restaurant and bar. The food is delicious. Tuna tartar, lobster salad and calamari are highly recommended!
Jason Rodriguez: Everything about this place is perfect. Polo Burger and an old fashioned are a must.
9. Restaurant Riki
141 E 45th St (btwn Lexington & 3rd), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 44 tips and reviews
Ting: Mentaiko spagetti = best comfort food ever. Also tried hamachi kama for first time and I will be sure to order it next time.
John (aka “PHATFoodFan”): Like a shop in Tokyo got transplanted to NYC! Very authentic and good service, cheap and tip is included in price. Get the shrimp & shiitake mushroom stir fry!
California: Fantastic fresh Fish and beef skewers! Try the plum wine too!
10. Xi'an Famous Foods
24 W 45th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · Midtown East · 256 tips and reviews
Maryam Malik: So the spicy cumin lamb soup with noodles is basically "shorba ghost with noodles" ;) which means comfort food yummy to me
Joseph Le: Love N1 - spicy hand pulled noodles with spicy cumin lamb
The Wall Street Journal: Try the delicious pork burger, "spicy and tingly" beef noodle soup or Liang Pi cold-skin noodles, made from wheat flour. Read more.
11. Bill's Bar & Burger
7.7
16 West 51st St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Rockefeller Center · 356 tips and reviews
Village Voice: Classic American comfort food, beers, and milkshakes are a recipe to ensure your solo dining adventure is one that will probably lull you into a lovely food coma. Read more.
Brittany Elizabeth: Grilled shrimp burger is made with whole shrimp. Delicious! Skip the cole slaw and add the guacamole. Trust me! EatSomethingNew.com
Time Out New York: Here, Chef Brett Reichler smashes the beef patty thin and sears it hard on the flattop for a crusty-on-the-outside, juicy-on-the-inside consistency. (Readers Choice) Read more.
12. Chipotle Mexican Grill
6.6
150 E 44th St Frnt 1 (btwn Lexington & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 36 tips and reviews
A L E X: Wonderful tasting, but get the burrito bowl if you plan on loading up your burrito. Serving coronas and margaritas, and plenty of tabasco sauce.
DietsInReview: To keep your meal healthy try ordering what restaurants have labeled “burrito bowl” or “naked burrito,” which means no tortilla. Also, specify no cheese, no sour cream, and get guacamole on the side.
Matt Maison: Order online and skip the line.
Ryan K: Such a great outdoor restaurant. I find myself coming here more and more. Reservations needed with the exception of the covered bar area. Cranberry chicken salad wrap is on point!
The Corcoran Group: Grab an outside table during the warmer months and enjoy a pitcher of sangria with a Beef Burger or Steak and Eggs. Relax, it’s the weekend, who cares if the service is slow.
Dawn Sandomeno: Great spot for a drink outside and the spiciest crab cakes I've ever had inside!
14. 21 Club
21 W 52nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 129 tips and reviews
Eater: The chicken hash — a mixture of cubed chicken, cream, Worcestershire sauce, eggs, butter, and sherry — is a real throwback to a different era. It’s pure, pull-no-punches comfort food. Read more.
Kenia Collins: Lively atmosphere. Loved the lamb chops (huge!) and the truffle Mac and cheese is to die for.
Food Network: Ask for a side of 21 Sauce, a spicy blend of ketchup, English mustard, Worcestershire, horseradish and white wine, the sauce has been a signature staple for over 60 years. Via CityEats.com Read more.
Millie Johnson: The chicken pot pie was delicious. It was deluxe comfort food. The staff was friendly and three pub is comfortable. And the beer is great, also.
Jorge Castro: Great service! The shepherd's pie and bread pudding were excellent, the fish and chips good. Great beer on tap
Craig A: Great option in the midtown wasteland- pretty authentic British pub atmosphere and decent menu. Worth checking out.