La Casa del Mofongo is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

1. La Casa del Mofongo

8.0
1447 Saint Nicholas Ave (btwn 182nd St & 183rd St), New York, NY
Caribbean Restaurant · Fort George · 59 tips and reviews

Precious L.Precious Lopez: The best authentic Dominican food!!

Alex C.Alex Cruz-Lebrón: Mofongos. Huge mofongos. Super authentic and tasty, like it should be.

Ade L.Ade Leri: They have the best Mangu with fried cheese and salami. They have a breakfast special where you get a coffee or orange juice. I go there whenever I'm in the mood to have Mangu.

Rain II is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

2. Rain II

7.7
1095 Saint Nicholas Ave (165), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Washington Heights · 6 tips and reviews

Andy I.Andy Irizarry: Beautiful place very authentic Thai food

HectorHector: Best kept secret for thai food in Washington heights - so much room inside the restaurant. Get the duck! Authentic cozy spot

AngelaAngela: Red thai curry w/ spring rolls are delish. It comes with white rice. portion is small (1 serving). Meat portion subatantial. They also deliver around Harlem above the 150s.

Burger Heights is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

3. Burger Heights

8.5
177 Wadsworth Ave (btwn W 181st St. & W 182nd St.), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Fort George · 27 tips and reviews

Joe M.Joe Mitchell: I love this place!! The burgers/fries are amazingly good for any price point and this is budget priced. Everything is cooked to order and they're right on the money every time. My favorite: Wadsworth.

DanaDana: Love the wadsworth and cheese fries!!! Highly suggest you try this place....great gourmet burgers at affordable prices.

Denia J.Denia Jones: The food is DELICIOUS!!

Las Palmas is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

4. Las Palmas

8.0
3891 Broadway (btwn W 162nd & W 163rd St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Washington Heights · 18 tips and reviews

Chris K.Chris Konecny: Great cheap authentic

Nat H.Nat Harward: Tacos were LEGIT.

Wayne S.Wayne Surber: $12 al pastor and carnitas were great!

George's Pizza is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

5. George's Pizza

8.1
726 W 181st St (Bennett Avenue), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Hudson Heights · 15 tips and reviews

JPJP: George knows how to make authentic pizza at a great price

Matt M.Matt MacVey: The sausage calzone is filling and a good value. Make sure to get the very good tomato sauce for dipping.

Edward M.Edward Mears: Best Pizza in Washington Heights.

El Malecon is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

6. El Malecon

8.6
4141 Broadway (at W 175th St.), New York, NY
Latin American Restaurant · Hudson Heights · 86 tips and reviews

Julie A.Julie Avra: the chicken is delicious! And a big portion, the sangria is also good and the fruit in it is very fresh

David B.David Berkowitz: Try the tres leches - This tres leches cake is so good, you'll swear there are seis leches in it. Really, leave room for dessert, or just skip dinner entirely and get this.

Doctor K.Doctor Klein: Try the Pollo Estilo Malecon - Some of the best roast chicken you'll ever have.

Tryon Public House is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

7. Tryon Public House

8.3
4740 Broadway, New York, NY
Pub · Fort George · 35 tips and reviews

Natalia S.Natalia Shlyapnikova: Beet burger is delicious. Bourbon bread pudding is good.

Sofrito i.Sofrito inmySoul: Enjoying my mac'n'cheese and grilled chicken chipotle sandwich with apple maple bacon and smoked Gouda cheese! #Tryonpublchouse #goodfood

Shoshanna A.Shoshanna Alexandra: I enjoyed my Guinness beer. Good customer service. And the food was tasty. Great atmosphere. Last night was my first time going there. On a Monday night the place is full, definitely coming again. :)

Tacos El Paisa is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

8. Tacos El Paisa

7.5
1548 Saint Nicholas Ave, New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Fort George · 10 tips and reviews

Dany H.Dany Hernandez: Everything is delicious, authentic Mexican food....try everything!!!!! Prices are very,very,very decent.

NidNid: Try their Torta de pollo. It's my new fave dish to get

Caryl Marie P.Caryl Marie Perez: Chicken quesadillas are a must!! Best I've ever had!

Locksmith Bar is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

9. Locksmith Bar

7.8
4463 Broadway (at W 191st St), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Hudson Heights · 62 tips and reviews

Joey S.Joey Simms: The burgers are great, the drinks strong and the service is A1. On Tuesday, along with the already fantastic menu, is Taco Tuesday. The fair includes authentic dishes prepared by Herman.

Kaitlan W.Kaitlan Ware: Jessica was the nicest server ever, she gave us in depth instructions on really authentic New York experiences. Love the kindness, and the garlic Parmesan sauce is to die for!

Skip S.Skip Suva: Amazing burgers, yukka fries and staff. Sunday brunch is the best.

Le Chéile is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

10. Le Chéile

8.7
839 W 181st St (at Cabrini Blvd), New York, NY
Café · Hudson Heights · 93 tips and reviews

Jirka M.Jirka Maštovský: Homely atmosphere, onion soup was fantastic and the chélie burger with blue cheese is just 😙👌

Nicholas C.Nicholas Carlson: Frumpy? No. The comfort food is excellent here, and I enjoy the martinis too.

Iuliia SIuliia S: Love this place! Great food, nice selection of beer, mmm

Saggio Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

11. Saggio Restaurant

8.2
829 W 181st St (at Cabrini Blvd), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Hudson Heights · 64 tips and reviews

A C.A C: Romantic, cozy date spot with excellent pasta.

Wendy D.Wendy D.: If you order the steak and eggs... One of us got toast, another no toast, and I got toast and potatoes. I won.

MatthewMatthew: Gnocchi is my fave so far. The citrus spaghetti is just ok, even with the anchovies. Well made cocktails and good wine selection.

Fresco's Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

12. Fresco's Pizzeria

7.9
804 W 187th St (Fort Washington Ave), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Hudson Heights · 3 tips and reviews

Jared B.Jared Brodsky: Grab a slice, soda and some knots. Solid pizza in the hood. Though the staff can be extremely rude at times.

Emmanuel G.Emmanuel Galvan: Totally recommend this place, the pizza was gooood !

Alex R.Alex Robertson: Pizzas alright

The Pandering Pig is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

13. The Pandering Pig

8.4
209 Pinehurst Ave, New York, NY
American Restaurant · Hudson Heights · 6 tips and reviews

Zile D.Zile Dzenitis: EVERYTHING is delicious here... you can't go wrong. When in doubt, try the lamb shank.

Jim R.Jim Ray: Literally, a one-chef operation! Well done California cuisine is still great in my book. The atmosphere — music volume, AC level — could use some attention but this place is great overall.

Meg D.Meg Davis: Great local spot for a nice dinner! Loved the beet salad and risotto! There cheese plate was wonderful too!

Manolo Tapas is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

14. Manolo Tapas

8.3
4165 Broadway, New York, NY
Tapas Restaurant · Hudson Heights · 28 tips and reviews

Christina D.Christina Dace: Really great Spanish beer and wine list, fresh seafood, cash only.

Ana U.Ana Urso: Great happy hour. Beautiful bar.

Michelle N.Michelle Nyemchek: Jordy the saxophonist is amazing as well! Very entertaining.

Kazza Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Heights, New York.

15. Kazza Wine Bar

7.6
708 W 177th St, New York, NY
Wine Bar · Hudson Heights · 8 tips and reviews

Anne Z.Anne Zhou: Fantasic atmosphere that manages to be both cozy and hip at the same time. Great prices drinks during happy hour and fantastic flat breads. Great for a night in the heights.

Adrienne W.Adrienne Woodland: They change owners every few months it seems, but for the most part the menu stays the same. The food is so-so, but sangria and wine is always on point. Knowledgeable bartenders too!

Joey V.Joey Valeriano: Awesome drinks