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Best Restaurants & Dining in Murray Hill, Manhattan

121 restaurants & dining in Murray Hill, ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.

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Top ranked Restaurants & Dining in Murray Hill

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

  1. Rank 1Tempura Matsui

    Japanese
    4.8 out of 5Price level $$$$

    Tempura Matsui is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    Insider tip: Eat a very light lunch before dinner, since the tasting menu is filling.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  2. Rank 2Pera Mediterranean Brasserie

    Mediterranean
    4.2 out of 5Price level $$$

    Pera Mediterranean Brasserie brings an authentic taste of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine to Manhattan. The executive chefs lead a team of specialty cooks from Turkey and are collaboratively introducing lesser known mezes and meat preparations to a New York audience.

    Insider tip: last dinner seating 1 hour prior to closing time

    • Warm
    • Inviting
    • Relaxed
  3. Rank 3Benjamin Steakhouse Prime

    Steakhouse
    4.5 out of 5Price level $$$$

    Benjamin Steakhouse Prime is a restaurant in Midtown described by visitors as drinks-focused, seafood and american, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Upscale
    • Classic
    • Refined
  4. Rank 4Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC

    Seafood
    4.3 out of 5Price level $$$

    Established in 1987 and designed in the elegant Art Deco style, Docks Oyster Bar offers a timeless New York dining experience in the heart of Midtown East, NYC. Featuring warm tones, rich wood, and grand chandeliers, our inviting space includes a spacious floor plan, an expansive oyster bar, and window-lined seating overlooking 3rd Avenue and 40th Street.

    Insider tip: happy hour offered Monday through Friday from 3-7 PM

    • Fresh
    • Upscale
    • Bright

All Restaurants & Dining in Murray Hill

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  • Korean

    KJUN

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    KJUN is Chef Jae Jung's life story through food. Growing up in Seoul, South Korea, and spending her formative cooking years in New Orleans have led her to her first solo venture.

    • Lively
    • Social
    • Trendy
  • American

    Take Care

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    Take Care is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, seafood, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    Spoto Pizza & Gelato is a well-known pizza restaurant in Murray Hill, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
    • Quick Bite
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    Thai Food Near Me is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, thai and indian, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Vibrant
    • Cozy
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $$$$

    Tempura Matsui is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • Food court

    Hue House

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    56 E 41st St, New York, NY 10017

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

    Ziggle Tofu & Grill is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, korean and vegetarian vegan, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    LOS TACOS No. 1 was created after three close friends from Tijuana, Mexico, and Brawley, California, decided to bring the authentic Mexican taco to the east coast. The authentic taste comes from family recipes and from fresh, simple and tasteful ingredients straight from home.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual
  • French

    Tartinery

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Tartinery is a restaurant in Midtown described by visitors as a cafe, french and brunch food, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Elegant
    • Romantic
    • Refined
  • 4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    What started as a dream of making Indian food as accessible as fast food across the world evolved into what Charcoal Eats is today – a food-tech company focused on bringing back the joy of eating, one biryani bowl, one roll, one tandoori sandwich at a time.

    • Aromatic
    • Vibrant
    • Cozy
  • 4.7 out of 5Price level $

    370 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10017

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • 4.7 out of 5

    Sophra Grill is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, mediterranean, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    Omusubi Gonbei is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as outdoor-focused, seafood and japanese, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • American

    Dig Inn

    4.7 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
  • 4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Chopt Creative Salad Co. is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, known for excellent service, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    SHOGUN OMAKASE | Manhattan Sushi Restaurant is a restaurant in Midtown described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and japanese, upscale. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • Nigerian

    dùndú

    4.7 out of 5

    DÙNDÚ is a Nigerian restaurant that offers delicious and authentic Nigerian food favorites like Jollofrice, Peppered Grilled Chicken, Moinmoin and innovative offerings like DÙNDÚ's Mango Habanero Vinaigrette which has a clear Nigerian flavor profile and elevates your simple salad greens.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • Asian Fusion

    Traveler

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Traveler is a well-known asian fusion restaurant in Murray Hill, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.7 out of 5

    Tacos Grand Central is a well-known mexican restaurant in Murray Hill, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual
  • Italian

    Leslie

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    Leslie is a well-known italian restaurant in Murray Hill, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Romantic
    • Family Friendly
  • Japanese

    Shuya

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Shuya is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as american and japanese, cozy interior, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    Lim’s Kitchen is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, korean and vegetarian vegan. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    NEW YORK'S #1 AÇAÍ BOWL FRANCHISE

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

    Park Avenue Tavern is a restaurant in Murray Hill described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and american, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic

Frequently asked questions

What are the best restaurants in Murray Hill?
Moodap's top-ranked restaurants in Murray Hill, curated from Eater, The Infatuation, Time Out, Michelin and our own research in February 2026, start with Tempura Matsui (4.8 stars), Pera Mediterranean Brasserie (4.2 stars) and Benjamin Steakhouse Prime (4.5 stars). They're at the top of this page.
What kind of food can you find in Murray Hill?
Moodap lists 121 restaurants in Murray Hill. The most common kinds are American (20), Japanese (17), Deli (14), Chinese (9) and Mexican (8).
Where can I find affordable restaurants in Murray Hill?
28 of the 121 restaurants listed in Murray Hill are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are Spoto Pizza & Gelato, Katagiri Japanese Grocery and Omusubi Gonbei.
How is the full list of restaurants in Murray Hill 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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