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Best Restaurants & Dining in Morningside Heights, Manhattan

77 restaurants & dining in Morningside Heights (Morningside), sorted by rating, with vibes and insider tips.

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The Hungarian Pastry Shop doesn't take credit cards. Bring cash. Thank us later.

Top ranked Restaurants & Dining in Morningside Heights

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

  1. Rank 1

    American

    Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

    4.4 out of 5, 7,347 reviewsPrice level $$

    Since opening in 2004, our Harlem restaurant has been delighting both locals and visitors with our mouth-watering BBQ and vibrant atmosphere, marking it as the first Dinosaur BBQ to grace the city.

    Insider tip: Our menu caters to various dietary preferences with Gluten-Free, Vegan, and Vegetarian options available upon request. To avoid any wait time, we encourage you to reserve a table in advance through Resy.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic

All Restaurants & Dining in Morningside Heights

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

  • 5.0 out of 5, 4 reviewsPrice level $$

    Columbia The Fac Shack is a well-known restaurant restaurant in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • Restaurant

    JJ's Place

    5.0 out of 5, 6 reviewsPrice level $

    Casual weekend and late-night quick service restaurant serving burgers and specialty sandwiches located in John Jay Hall's lower level at Columbia University.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 5.0 out of 5, 3 reviewsPrice level $$

    A dining hall located in Teachers College at Columbia University serving hot and cold meals, beverages, and snacks in a historic space reminiscent of Hogwarts architecture with modern amenities.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 5.0 out of 5, 17 reviewsPrice level $$

    Tamale & Taco cart is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as mexican. Based on 6 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual
  • 5.0 out of 5, 1 reviewPrice level $

    Columbia Chef Don's Pizza Pi is a well-known pizza restaurant in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Family Friendly
  • 4.9 out of 5, 122 reviewsPrice level $$

    Cafe Massawa is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as food-focused, vegetarian vegan, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • Peruvian

    FOGON.2

    4.9 out of 5, 19 reviewsPrice level $$

    FOGON.2 is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as mexican. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • American

    Sushi by Sea

    4.9 out of 5, 159 reviewsPrice level $$

    632 Bergen Blvd, Ridgefield, NJ 07657

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • Mediterranean

    Zoka Aegean Kitchen

    4.9 out of 5, 256 reviewsPrice level $$

    169 Anderson Ave, Fairview, NJ 07022

    • Warm
    • Inviting
    • Relaxed
  • 4.9 out of 5, 784 reviewsPrice level $

    Upside Pizza is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as pizza and italian. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Family Friendly
  • Restaurant

    Dip and Drip

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    Dip and Drip is a dessert haven, specializing in high-quality European chocolates. They create a decadent selection of cakes, brownies, and signature dishes, alongside waffles, crepes, pancakes, acai bowls and refreshing drinks.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.8 out of 5, 821 reviewsPrice level $$

    Island Grill Harlem Modern Caribbean Kitchen is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as latin and indian. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    Samad's Gourmet is a well-known deli restaurant in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

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

    Massage Envy is a well-known spa restaurant in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.8 out of 5, 66 reviewsPrice level $

    South of the Clouds云之南upper westside is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as food-focused, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    Pizza Club is a well-known pizza restaurant in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Family Friendly
  • French

    Le Monde

    4.7 out of 5, 2,920 reviewsPrice level $$

    Le Monde is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, french and seafood, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Elegant
    • Romantic
    • Refined
  • 4.6 out of 5, 38 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Morningside Cafe is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, seafood and american. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Fresh
    • Upscale
    • Bright
  • Mexican

    Dos Toros

    4.6 out of 5, 888 reviewsPrice level $

    At Dos Toros Taqueria, were all about that Mission-style taqueria vibe. To us, Mission-style means fresh, flavorful ingredients wrapped in a steamed tortilla with perfectly melty cheese.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual
  • Middle Eastern

    Hooda Food Truck

    4.6 out of 5Price level $$

    At Hooda Grill, we believe great food should be fresh, flavorful. Serving the heart of New York City's Upper West Side, our food trucks have become a local favorite for anyone craving authentic street-style meals with a modern twist.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • American

    Turkish Gyro

    4.6 out of 5, 305 reviewsPrice level $$

    633 Anderson Ave, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010

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

    The Baylander is a well-known american restaurant in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • Asian Fusion

    Ban Ban Shop

    4.6 out of 5, 143 reviewsPrice level $$

    Ban Ban Shop is a restaurant in Morningside Heights described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and deli sandwich, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Social

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