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Best Restaurants & Dining in Kips Bay, Manhattan

114 restaurants & dining in Kips Bay, ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.

Kips Bay in a line

Quietly doing its own thing between Gramercy and Murray Hill

Insider tip

Curry Hill spills into Kips Bay. The Indian food here is world-class and half the price of Midtown.

Top ranked Restaurants & Dining in Kips Bay

Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.

  1. Rank 11915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles

    Chinese
    4.4 out of 5Price level $

    1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles is a well-known chinese restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    Insider tip: Come at a quiet hour, since the dining room is small and it fills up.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  2. Rank 2PONGAL

    Indian
    4.3 out of 5Price level $$

    A casual fine dining restaurant offering Indian cuisine and warm hospitality in a rustic historically preserved building. Specializes in Vegetarian food. Freshly prepared with the best ingredients.

    Insider tip: SPECIALS: Specializes in Vegetarian food. Freshly prepared with the best ingredients. Offers VEGAN MENU and JAIN MENU options.

    • Aromatic
    • Vibrant
    • Cozy

All Restaurants & Dining in Kips Bay

Ranked by rating and how many reviews back it. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.

  • 5.0 out of 5

    Mala Town 自选麻辣烫 is a restaurant in Gramercy described by visitors as food-focused. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $$$

    Mira is your culinary oasis in the city, offering a retreat from the hustle and bustle. Our menu features a healthy, flavorful dishes made from fresh, seasonal ingredients designed to delight your taste buds and nourish your body.

    • Warm
    • Inviting
    • Relaxed
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $

    SLICE ‘N SPICE DELI & GRILL is a well-known deli restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Previti Pizza 34th is a well-known pizza restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Family Friendly
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Kips Bay Deli is a restaurant in Kips Bay described by visitors as deli sandwich, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local
  • Japanese

    Omakase 33

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$$$

    Discover the art of Japanese culinary at Omakase 33, where every dish is a masterpiece

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Forefeathers Chicken Madness is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, korean and american. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • 4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Kalustyan's is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as indian and mediterranean. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local
  • 4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Coletta Italian Vegan Restaurant is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as pizza and italian, cozy interior, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    Que Rico Restaurant is a well-known mexican restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    We have a custom Italian oven that runs on electric and we also use non-bromated and non-GMO flour producing a healthier choice for our customers

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Family Friendly
  • 4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Tsumo Omakase is a restaurant in Gramercy described by visitors as seafood and japanese, known for excellent service, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • Middle Eastern

    Beef Up Noodle

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Beef Up Noodle is a well-known middle eastern restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • Korean

    Sam Sunny

    4.7 out of 5, 479 reviews

    Sam Sunny is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, korean and chinese, hidden/speakeasy vibe. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Social
    • Trendy
  • Asian Fusion

    Nom Nam

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Traditional Vietnamese cuisine with a modern twist. Setting up shop in Murray Hill, Nom Nam is a preservation of the Lien family culinary legacy.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • Vegan

    Candle

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Owner/Chef Jorge Pineda and Executive Chef Angel Ramos, the culinary team behind NYC's revered Candle Cafe and Candle 79, have assembled a team of spiritually like-minded, health-conscious and decidedly plant-based culinary aficionados, and are overjoyed to welcome you to Candle.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • Mediterranean

    Gila's Nosh

    4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Gila's Nosh is a restaurant in Gramercy described by visitors as food-focused, mediterranean, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Warm
    • Inviting
    • Relaxed
  • 4.6 out of 5Price level $$

    Street Taco is a restaurant in Gramercy described by visitors as mexican, high-energy atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual
  • Italian

    Norma

    4.6 out of 5Price level $$

    Norma is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as pizza and italian. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Neighborhood Spot
    • Family Friendly
  • 4.6 out of 5Price level $$

    Sahara's Turkish Cuisine is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and mediterranean, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    Gnocchi on 9th is a well-known italian restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Romantic
    • Family Friendly
  • American

    Riverpark

    4.6 out of 5Price level $$$

    RIVERPARK IS A DYNAMIC RESTAURANT SPECIALIZING IN SEAFOOD-FORWARD NEW AMERICAN CUISINE. Riverpark's elegant space boasts floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of the East River, conveniently tucked away in a tranquil corner of Manhattan, and offers relaxed, yet elevated dining and private events in the Kips Bay neighborhood.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • Asian Fusion

    Phoshime

    4.6 out of 5Price level $$

    Phoshime is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as thai and seafood, relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Social
    • Modern
  • Mediterranean

    Wolfnights®

    4.6 out of 5Price level $$

    At Wolfnights, we craft Iron-Baked Wraps and fresh bowls built for the Ideal Bite the perfect mix of crunchy, chewy, creamy, sweet, salty, and spicy in every bite. Using our custom IronWolf dome, we bake dough fresh to order, layer bold global flavors, and engineer textures with intention from the first bite to the last.

    • Warm
    • Inviting
    • Relaxed

Frequently asked questions

What are the best restaurants in Kips Bay?
Moodap's top-ranked restaurants in Kips Bay, curated from Eater, The Infatuation, Time Out, Michelin and our own research in February 2026, start with 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles (4.4 stars) and PONGAL (4.3 stars). They're at the top of this page.
What kind of food can you find in Kips Bay?
Moodap lists 114 restaurants in Kips Bay. The most common kinds are Deli (19), Pizza (11), Indian (10), Mexican (10) and American (9).
Where can I find affordable restaurants in Kips Bay?
44 of the 114 restaurants listed in Kips Bay are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are SLICE ‘N SPICE DELI & GRILL, Previti Pizza 34th and Kips Bay Deli.
How is the full list of restaurants in Kips Bay ranked?
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