Rank 4
Coffee & Casual
Blank Street
4.5 out of 5
Blank Street is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Yorkville, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
Old-world. Beer-friendly. Neighborhood proud.
Best Bars & Restaurants in Yorkville
The Upper East Side's laid-back cousin—German roots, neighborhood pubs, and Carl Schurz Park.
- Relaxed
- Residential
- Neighborhood-Y
- Unpretentious
- Dog-Friendly
More top places in Yorkville
Restaurants, bars and cafes, ranked by rating and how many reviews back it, after the three above.
- Rank 5
Coffee & Casual
Kossar's Bagels & Bialys
4.5 out of 5Price level $Kossar's Bagels & Bialys is a cafe in Yorkville described by visitors as a cafe, brunch food and deli sandwich. Based on 10 reviews.
- Rank 6
Restaurants & Dining
Yorkville Deli Market
4.4 out of 5Price level $Yorkville Deli Market is a restaurant in Yorkville described by visitors as pizza and deli sandwich, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.
- Rank 7
Restaurants & Dining
CAVA
4.3 out of 5Price level $$CAVA is a well-known mediterranean restaurant in Yorkville, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Rank 8
Coffee & Casual
Gregorys Coffee
4.3 out of 5We see coffee differently, and think you will too. Our team works tirelessly to select our coffees and develop roast profiles that bring the absolute best out of each bean.
- Rank 9
Restaurants & Dining
Chick-fil-A
4.3 out of 5Chick-fil-A is a well-known american restaurant in Yorkville, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Rank 10
Coffee & Casual
Starbucks Coffee Company
4.2 out of 5Price level $Starbucks Coffee Company is a popular coffee/tea in Yorkville, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Rank 11
- Rank 12
Restaurants & Dining
Gotham Pizza
4.1 out of 5Price level $$Gotham Pizza is a well-known italian restaurant in Yorkville, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
What to do in Yorkville
Every category, narrowed to this neighborhood.
- Drinks & Nightlife in YorkvilleBest bars, cocktail lounges, rooftop bars, dive bars, and late-night drinks in Yorkville. Happy hour deals, speakeasies, wine bars, and where the locals actually go after midnight.Cocktail bars, Rooftop bars, Speakeasies, Wine bars
- Food in YorkvilleBest restaurants and places to eat in Yorkville. From brunch spots and cheap eats to fine dining, pizza, sushi, and the holes-in-the-wall you won't find on TripAdvisor.Pizza, Sushi, Brunch, Steakhouses
- Casual & Social in YorkvilleBest coffee shops, cafes, bakeries, and chill hangout spots in Yorkville. Great for working remote, catching up with friends, or pretending to read while people-watching.Coffee shops, Tea houses, Bakeries, Study spots
- Live Entertainment in YorkvilleLive music, comedy shows, jazz clubs, karaoke bars, and performances in Yorkville. Open mics, ticketed events, and the kind of nights that become stories.Comedy, Live music, Jazz, Karaoke
- Activities & Experiences in YorkvilleFun things to do in Yorkville — escape rooms, bowling alleys, art classes, arcades, pop-ups, and interactive experiences that don't involve staring at a menu.Escape rooms, Bowling, Art classes, Arcades
- Outdoor & Fresh Air in YorkvilleBest outdoor spots, parks, rooftop bars, patios, waterfront walks, and gardens in Yorkville. Fresh air, skyline views, and places to actually sit outside without a reservation.Rooftops, Patios, Gardens, Waterfront
Photo: Supreme Martial Arts Upper East SideWellness & Fitness in YorkvilleSpas, gyms, yoga and pilates studios, and other places to move or unwind in Yorkville.Spas, Yoga, Pilates, Gyms
- Date Night in YorkvilleBest date night spots in Yorkville — romantic restaurants, intimate cocktail bars, cozy wine bars, and vibey spots that do the heavy lifting so you don't have to.Romantic dinners, Cocktail bars, Speakeasies, Rooftops
- Group Hangouts in YorkvilleBest places for groups in Yorkville — sports bars, beer gardens, karaoke rooms, bowling alleys, and spots that can actually fit your whole crew without a 2-hour wait.Sports bars, Beer gardens, Bowling, Karaoke
- Quick & Easy in YorkvilleQuick plans in Yorkville that require zero effort. Happy hours, grab-and-go coffee, fast casual spots, delis, and solid options for when you've got 30 minutes and no ideas.Coffee, Happy hour, Delis, Fast casual
- Tourist Friendly in YorkvilleBest things to do in Yorkville for first-time visitors. Iconic restaurants, famous bars, must-see landmarks, and spots worth the hype — no tourist traps, we promise.Famous pizza, Iconic bars, Broadway area, Landmarks
What makes Yorkville one of the best neighborhoods in NYC
Old-school German roots with new-school NYC energy
Yorkville is the Upper East Side's realest neighborhood — less polish, more personality. Its German and Hungarian roots show up in the beer halls and the old bakeries, but the new wave of restaurants on 2nd Avenue has turned it into a legitimate food destination. It's the UES for people who actually live here, not people who want to say they live on the Upper East Side.
Yorkville, stretching from roughly 79th to 96th Street east of Lexington, was once Manhattan's Germantown—and traces of that heritage linger in a few remaining beer halls and bakeries. Today it's a residential neighborhood that's more relaxed and affordable than the UES blocks south of it. Carl Schurz Park along the East River is a gem, with views of the Queensboro Bridge and Gracie Mansion (the mayor's official residence). Second Avenue has a solid stretch of restaurants and bars. The vibe is neighborhood-first: regulars at the bar, familiar faces at the coffee shop, dog owners who all know each other. It's the Upper East Side for people who don't want to perform being Upper East Side.
Best for
A beer hall evening that starts with a liter of German lager, moves to schnitzel, and ends at a neighborhood bar on 2nd Ave where everybody knows each other
Insider tip
The German beer halls are iconic but the newer restaurants on 2nd Ave are the sleeper hits.
Yorkville is known for
- Carl Schurz Park
- Gracie Mansion
- German heritage spots
- Second Avenue dining
- East River views
Local lingo: “Yorkville is the UES neighborhood that UES people tell you isn't UES. Make it make sense.”
Neighborhoods near Yorkville
Every neighborhood has its own character. Here is what's close by.
Photo: The Metropolitan Museum of ArtUpper East SideMuseum Mile, Park Avenue wealth, and the most classic New York neighborhood there is.
Photo: Solomon R. Guggenheim MuseumCarnegie HillOld-money elegance between Museum Mile and the reservoir—Manhattan's quietest flex.
Photo: 787 CoffeeLenox HillUpper East Side polish with Park Avenue addresses, upscale dining, and museum-adjacent living.
Photo: Museum of the City of New YorkEast HarlemEl Barrio's proud Latino soul—murals, cuchifrito counters, and a neighborhood in transition.
Photo: Central Park ZooCentral Park843 acres of green in the middle of the madness—NYC's backyard since 1858.
Photo: Sylvia's RestaurantHarlemThe capital of Black America—Apollo Theater, soul food legends, and cultural renaissance.
Photo: Metropolitan Opera HouseUpper West SideIntellectuals, Zabar's bagels, and brownstone-lined streets between Central Park and the Hudson.
Photo: Dig InnLincoln SquareLincoln Center's grand plaza, pre-show dining, and Upper West Side cultural polish.
Photo: Dinosaur Bar-B-QueMorningside HeightsColumbia's campus, Cathedral of St. John the Divine, and the smartest brunch crowd in town.
Photo: Fumo HarlemHamilton HeightsHarlem's historic hilltop—stunning rowhouses, CCNY campus, and a neighborhood finding its groove.
Frequently asked questions about Yorkville
What are the best restaurants in Yorkville?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top restaurants in Yorkville on Moodap are Hiromi sushi (Japanese, 5.0 stars), Altamirano's Italian Ristorante (Italian, 4.7 stars) and Bagels & Co. (Pizza, 4.5 stars).
What are the best cafes in Yorkville?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top cafes in Yorkville on Moodap are Blank Street (Coffee/Tea, 4.5 stars), Kossar's Bagels & Bialys (Bagels/Pretzels, 4.5 stars) and Gregorys Coffee (Coffee/Tea, 4.3 stars).
Where can I eat or drink cheap in Yorkville?
10 places in Yorkville are marked budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked are Bagels & Co. (Pizza, 4.5 stars), Blank Street (Coffee/Tea, 4.5 stars) and Kossar's Bagels & Bialys (Bagels/Pretzels, 4.5 stars).
What kind of food is Yorkville known for?
Of the 9 restaurants Moodap lists in Yorkville, the most common kinds are Italian (2), American (1), Bakery (1) and Deli (1).
How many places does Moodap list in Yorkville?
9 restaurants and 8 cafes, each with its own page. The best-ranked are at the top of this page.
What neighborhoods are near Yorkville?
Upper East Side, Carnegie Hill, Lenox Hill and East Harlem are next door. Each has its own guide on Moodap, linked on this page.
How does Moodap rank places in Yorkville?
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