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Best Restaurants & Dining in Kips Bay, Manhattan

146 restaurants & dining in Kips Bay, sorted by rating, with vibes and insider tips.

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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 1

    Chinese

    1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles

    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.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  2. Rank 2

    Indian

    PONGAL

    4.3 out of 5, 1,804 reviewsPrice 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

Sorted by rating. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.

  • American

    Manolo's Coffee Express

    5.0 out of 5, 2 reviewsPrice level $$

    Manolo's Coffee Express is a well-known american restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic

  • Japanese

    Matsuzuki Sakura

    5.0 out of 5, 26 reviewsPrice level $$$

    2-23 50th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm

  • Deli

    515 Deli

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    515 Deli is a well-known deli restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local

  • Asian Fusion

    Mala Town 自选麻辣烫

    5.0 out of 5, 368 reviewsPrice level $$

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

    • Cozy
    • Social

  • American

    Los Vecinos Tex Mex

    5.0 out of 5Price level $$

    417 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic

  • Indian

    Ohhi Deli and Kitchen

    5.0 out of 5, 4 reviewsPrice level $$

    Ohhi Deli and Kitchen is a well-known indian restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Aromatic
    • Vibrant
    • Cozy

  • Deli

    USA gourmet grocery corp

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    Fresh sandwiches, coffee, and quality groceries. At USA Gourmet Deli, we take pride in serving fresh, delicious sandwiches and quality groceries to our local community.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local

  • American

    Los Gueros NYC

    5.0 out of 5Price level $$

    Los Gueros NYC is a well-known american restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic

  • Mexican

    LOS CUÑADOS TAQUERIA MOVIL

    5.0 out of 5Price level $$

    LOS CUÑADOS TAQUERIA MOVIL is a well-known mexican restaurant in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual

  • Deli

    SLICE ‘N SPICE DELI & GRILL

    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

  • Spa

    Refresh Head Spa

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    We specialize in eyelash extension, waxing or tint, body care, facial treatment, and head spa treatments. Our skilled specialists are here to wash away tension, revitalize your skin, and leave you glowing inside and out.

    • Cozy
    • Social

  • Pizza

    Gleo pizzeria

    4.9 out of 5, 19 reviewsPrice level $

    Gleo pizzeria is a restaurant in Gramercy described by visitors as pizza and italian, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Family Friendly

  • Mediterranean

    Mira Mediterranean & Hookah Lounge

    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

  • Outdoors

    Domino Park

    4.8 out of 5, 155 reviewsPrice level $

    A 5-acre public waterfront park in Williamsburg built on the site of the former Domino Sugar Refinery, featuring an elevated walkway with Manhattan views, playground, splash pad, sports courts, and seasonal ice skating.

    • Refreshing
    • Scenic
    • Peaceful

  • Italian

    Gnocchi on 9th

    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

  • 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

  • Mexican

    Que Rico Restaurant

    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

  • American

    Forefeathers Chicken Madness

    4.8 out of 5, 193 reviewsPrice 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

  • Pizza

    Previti Pizza 34th

    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

  • Pizza

    Marko's Pizzeria

    4.8 out of 5, 148 reviewsPrice 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

  • Deli

    Kips Bay Deli

    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

  • 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

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