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Best Restaurants & Dining in Lincoln Square, Manhattan

27 restaurants & dining in Lincoln Square, ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.

Lincoln Square in a line

Culture, cocktails, and Columbus Circle all in one zip code

Insider tip

Post-show dinner on Amsterdam Ave is the local move. Skip the overpriced spots on Broadway.

All Restaurants & Dining in Lincoln Square

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

  • Japanese

    Shinbashi 72

    4.8 out of 5

    218 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023

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

    Fresh salads, warm bowls, and wraps with 18+ housemade dressings and customizable toppings in the Upper West Side.

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

    Veggies Diced Daily, Homemade Dressings, Fresh-Prepped Proteins

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.5 out of 5, 51 reviews

    2077 Broadway, New York, NY 10023

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • 4.8 out of 5, 5 reviewsPrice level $

    1 Columbus Circle Holidaymarket, New York, NY 10019

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 5.0 out of 5, 2 reviews

    US&EG DELICIOUS HALAL FFOD is a well-known restaurant restaurant in Lincoln Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.3 out of 5

    Benihana - New York West is a well-known japanese restaurant in Lincoln Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • Burger

    Five Guys

    4.3 out of 5Price level $$

    Five Guys is a well-known burger restaurant in Lincoln Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • American

    Dig Inn

    4.3 out of 5Price level $

    Scratch-made food, done right. We're here to bring back the soul of home cooking. Simple, real, and delicious.

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

    The aroma of oranges pervades the clean industrial-looking store, which was designed so that customers can observe every step of the juicing and blending process.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • Restaurant

    Second Wind

    4.0 out of 5

    Second Wind is a well-known restaurant restaurant in Lincoln Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • Burger

    Five Guys

    4.2 out of 5Price level $$

    Five Guys is a well-known burger restaurant in Lincoln Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 3.9 out of 5

    Tommy's Food Truck is a well-known restaurant restaurant in Lincoln Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

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

    Gracefully is a restaurant in Lincoln Square described by visitors as food-focused, deli sandwich, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local
  • Korean

    H Mart

    4.1 out of 5

    210 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023

    • Lively
    • Social
    • Trendy
  • 4.0 out of 5Price level $$

    Gourmet Square - Mini Market & Deli is a restaurant in Lincoln Square described by visitors as deli sandwich, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local
  • American

    Juice Press

    3.8 out of 5Price level $$

    Juice Press is a well-known american restaurant in Lincoln Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • 4.0 out of 5

    Taco Bell Cantina in New York, NY is not your typical Taco Bell. Taco Bell Cantinas offer a unique menu, upscale restaurant design and specialty alcoholic beverages.

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

    Alan's Marketplace is a restaurant in Lincoln Square described by visitors as a cafe, deli sandwich, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    Sweetgreens Columbus Circle location serves healthy salads and warm bowls near Central Park, surrounded by cultural landmarks, theaters, and upscale shopping. Find us on the corner of W56th street and Broadway.

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

    sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Bowls and Plates is a restaurant in Lincoln Square described by visitors as american, upscale. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    Chipotle is a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its customizable menu featuring burritos, bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads. The company is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual
  • American

    McDonald's

    3.7 out of 5Price level $$

    McDonald's is a favorite american spot in Lincoln Square, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic

Frequently asked questions

What are the best restaurants in Lincoln Square?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top restaurants in Lincoln Square on Moodap are Shinbashi 72 (4.8 stars), Chopt Creative Salad Co. (4.6 stars) and Just Salad (4.5 stars). The full list is on this page.
What kind of food can you find in Lincoln Square?
Moodap lists 27 restaurants in Lincoln Square. The most common kinds are American (5), Deli (4), Salad (4), Mexican (3) and Burger (2).
Where can I find affordable restaurants in Lincoln Square?
5 of the 27 restaurants listed in Lincoln Square are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are German Delights Inc., Dig Inn and Alan's Marketplace.
How is the full list of restaurants in Lincoln Square ranked?
By star rating, weighted by how many reviews back it: a place with hundreds of strong reviews ranks above a perfect score from a handful. Places with few or no reviews come after well-reviewed ones. Not sure which fits your plans? Find Your Vibe™ picks one for your mood in about 25 seconds.

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