ABC Kitchen is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

1. ABC Kitchen

9.2
35 E 18th St (btwn Broadway & Park Ave S), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Flatiron District · 722 tips and reviews

Joshua G.Joshua Gruss: I have been here a few times and have had a wonderful experience with every visit. Food is delicious and the service is great.

nymagnymag: It’s not only the best place to catch the ‘vegetables are the new meat’ trend, it’s one of our favorite restaurants of the year. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.

The New York TimesThe New York Times: Taste the wages of someone else’s sin: Healthy, haute-organic food that happens to be great, from the prolific Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Read more.

Upland is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

2. Upland

9.1
345 Park Ave S (at E 26th St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Rose Hill · 270 tips and reviews

Kirill F.Kirill Fuchs: Food is great. The duck was beyond excellent. As was the blood orange sea scallops.

EaterEater: Upland is opening! Make your reservations now. There may be fried Roman artichokes and tangles of spaghetti, and there will definitely be pizza. Tue, 10/28. Read more.

Charlie K.Charlie Kaplan: Maybe the nicest service I've ever had? Everyone is so happy to be working here. Try the pappardelle.

Union Square Cafe is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

3. Union Square Cafe

9.1
101 E 19th St (at Park Ave), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Gramercy Park · 73 tips and reviews

Meredith B.Meredith Blechman: If you can't snag a reservation, try walking in and sitting at the bar or one of the front tables. Loved their spiced chicken!

Jasmine M.Jasmine Mehrabi: Calamari, beef tartare, *duck pasta, and the gnocchi was very light which was interesting. Overall 8/10.

CharlottesCharlottes: What a treat! Highly recommended for leisurely lunch midweek. All the things, no rush.

The Grill is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

4. The Grill

8.9
99 E 52nd St (at Park Ave), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Midtown East · 37 tips and reviews

Allie B.Allie Baker: The cocktails and deserts are to die for (get the grasshopper Charlotte and the daily flambe) and the lobster Newburg and Guinea hen Claiborne are insane

Kuo-yu L.Kuo-yu Liang: Go for the excellent dishes prepared table side, including the crab louie salad, prime rib,cherry jubilee and ask about their duck press.

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: The kruellers are the best thing ever. Veal chop pretty good.

Chez Nick is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

5. Chez Nick

8.7
1737 York Ave (E 91st St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Yorkville · 3 tips and reviews

Erin N.Erin Neil: A hidden gem. Their brunch is fantastic.

Rob H.Rob Heller: Octopus and branzino are spectacular

John M.John M: The burger is fantastic.

Gem is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

6. Gem

8.8
116 Forsyth St, New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Lower East Side · 5 tips and reviews

Peter S.Peter Sesek: Great atmosphere and tasting menu. The chef and sommelier were knowledgeable and enhanced the dining experience

MichalMichal: amazing flavors. killer playlist. get the wine pairing.

Gregory F.Gregory Fisher: Dinner tasting menu: fantastic retro-vibes, great flavors, and artful presentations, but some dishes lack 3rd dimensions (eg missing varied textures) & service is uneven. Stick to “living room” cafe.

Manhatta is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

7. Manhatta

9.2
28 Liberty St, New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Financial District · 47 tips and reviews

Julie S.Julie Soscia: Very wall street-esque place. Don't skip the bread at the beginning - it's warm and served with liver paste covered in everything bagel seasoning. SO GOOD!

Dan S.Dan Scavone: The view alone overshadows all the other great things happening here. Interesting pre-fixed menu in the dining room but I favor the bar menu which I look forward to trying. Can’t go wrong either way.

L. Q.L. Q.: Great deal for lunchtime. Also, unbeatable view. Scotch snails were a great starter. The chicken (yes!) and the pork were delicious. Non-tipping restaurant - which is elegant.

Sixty Three Clinton is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

8. Sixty Three Clinton

9.1
63 Clinton St (btw Rivington & Stanton), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Lower East Side · 7 tips and reviews

Matthew H.Matthew Huie: The murray cod was amazing. Go for the wine pairing experience!

KateKate: Had a wonderful time - great ambiance, service and food. Loved the scallop, shrimp and grits, and poached pear dishes in particular

Noah W.Noah Weiss: Incredible tasting menu at a price point NYC needs more of (<$100). Attentive and fun service. Tasty cocktails. Would really recommend.

Joseph Leonard is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

9. Joseph Leonard

9.2
170 Waverly Pl (btwn Christopher & W 10th St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · West Village · 401 tips and reviews

Sam M.Sam Molter: A cozy spot in the heart of the West Village. A beautiful corner restaurant. By day it’s a popular brunch spot to relax and people watch, by night, it’s good for a dimly lit dinner or just a drink.

Foster K.Foster Kamer: Sit by the window, look at the puppies in the pet store across the street. Ask them to cook you one.

EaterEater: Still in its youth, Joseph Leonard is already essential to the neighborhood. Gabe Stulman's tiny neighborhood spot puts out a great vibe and even better food. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Claud is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

10. Claud

8.7
90 E 10th St (btw 3rd & 4th Ave), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 1 tip

MarcMarc: TikTok: Escargot Croquets

Forgtmenot is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

11. Forgtmenot

9.0
138 Division St, New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Chinatown · 97 tips and reviews

Graham G.Graham Gnall: Mezcal negronis are top notch. Watermelon Margs close second and beautiful

Christina O.Christina Olenick: Abbey the owner is the most beautifulest person inside and out! Meet her.

7th.List7th.List: This joint serves salads, small plates, and grilled items like a burger, mixed grill plate, steak sandwich, and chicken panini. The space features a lot of tchotchkes and reused materials. Read more.

Hudson Clearwater is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

12. Hudson Clearwater

9.0
447 Hudson St (at Morton St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · West Village · 197 tips and reviews

Celena C.Celena Chan: The pork chop was great. Great for both casual dining and special occasions. Outdoor seating in the back is first come first serve. Take out is available!

kate spade new yorkkate spade new york: try the hc pimm's. the watermelon is perfectly refreshing! cheers

Jen Pollack B.Jen Pollack Bianco: Entrance is on a courtyard on Morton. Don't get fooled by the Hudson address.

Restaurant Marc Forgione is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

13. Restaurant Marc Forgione

8.9
134 Reade St (btwn Hudson and Greenwich St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Tribeca · 170 tips and reviews

Ross K.Ross Katz: Amazing Chili Lobster. Occasionally they will be offering the collar of a particular fish as a special. When they do, GET IT!

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Marc Forgione's downtown restaurant is a Tribeca standout.

Rachel K.Rachel Karnofsky: Started with the lobster chili, kampachin and eggplant ravioli (all a must). But just when we thought we were heading into a food coma.. we came, saw and conquered that mother effin' chicken!

Fine & Rare is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

14. Fine & Rare

8.6
9 E 37th St (btwn 5th & Madison Ave), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Garment District · 17 tips and reviews

Robert M.Robert Miller: Very nice atmosphere, great jazz music and singer. Very good food and wide range of drinks. Very good service. Absolutely enjoyed the dinner and environment.

Michael L.Michael Lagnado: Excellent food, cocktails and jazz in a lovely setting

Alex S.Alex Steinberg: Live music and ambiance are superb. Feels like a lost era, but in an authentic way.

Eleven Madison Park is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in New York City.

15. Eleven Madison Park

9.1
11 Madison Ave (at E 24th St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · NoMad · 291 tips and reviews

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ℳ𝒶𝓎♍: A long standing recipient of 3 Michelin Stars, Eleven Madison Park is widely recognized as one of the best restaurants in the world.The stunning interior offers unbeatable views of Madison Square Park

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Executive Chef Daniel Humm (also of NoMad) earned top honors as our 2013 Chef of the Year, in part due to the reinvented tasting menu here—a hymn for Gotham’s dining history. Read more.

jake f.jake furst: top 5 meal of my life. you literally can not go wrong with anything on the menu. my only suggestion: ask if you can take a tour of the kitchen. thank me later.