Rank 1Delos Greek Restaurant
Mediterranean
5.0 out of 5Price level $$$
Greek-island cooking in a warm, lively room; reviewers single out the tzatziki and cheese tyropita.
Blinding. Loud. Maximum NYC.
Best Restaurants & Dining in Times Square, Manhattan
224 restaurants & dining in Times Square, ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.
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Our picks: Restaurants & Dining in Times Square
Updated October 2026. Picked from ratings and reviews, then checked by the Moodap team.
Around Times Square, sit-down options run from casual, lively rooms built for pre-show dinners to white-tablecloth steak. The picks span a steakhouse that began as a speakeasy, family-style Italian and a plant-based omakase, plus Greek, Mexican, vegan and punk-rock pizza.
Rank 2Cuerno
Mexican4.9 out of 5Price level $$$$A Mexican steakhouse rooted in northern fire-grilled cooking, where the Taco Rici wins diners over alongside prime cuts.
Rank 3AperiBar
Italian4.8 out of 5Price level $$Hotel Italian spot handy before a show, with a pre-theater menu, praised rigatoni and a tomato tini at the bar.
Rank 4Amor Loco
Mexican4.7 out of 5Price level $$Upbeat Mexican cantina with music and cocktails; the nachos con birria get repeat raves.
Rank 5Omakaseed Vegan by Sushi by Bou
Japanese4.7 out of 5Plant-based omakase in a speakeasy library off a hotel lobby, with chefs who explain each course and win over carnivores.
Rank 6Ginger - Ristorante NYC
Italian4.7 out of 5Price level $$Roman-run trattoria where Italian visitors say they feel at home; pasta entrees suit a pre-show dinner, though some find the pizza soggy.
Rank 7See No Evil Pizza
Pizza4.7 out of 5Price level $$Punk-rock pizzeria inside a subway station, known for the spicy Hell Pie, a strong Sicilian and olive-oil soft serve.
Rank 8Gallagher’s Steakhouse NYC
Steakhouse4.6 out of 5Price level $$$$Former speakeasy turned steakhouse, with perfectly cooked steaks, onion rings and crab cake drawing praise.
Rank 9Tony's Di Napoli
Italian4.6 out of 5Price level $$Built for groups: huge family-style platters, magnums of Chianti and mushroom ravioli in a buzzing room.
Rank 10P.S. Kitchen
Vegan4.6 out of 5Price level $$Fully vegan, kosher and nut-free, with a comforting plant-based steak and late desserts worth a return trip.
Rank 11John's Pizzeria of Times Square
Pizza4.3 out of 5Price level $$Coal-fired brick-oven pies served under original stained glass in a former church; garlic knots and sangria are favorites.
All Restaurants & Dining in Times Square
Ranked by rating and how many reviews back it. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.
Middle Eastern
MOE EATS NYC
5.0 out of 5Price level $$MOE EATS NYC is a restaurant in Midtown described by visitors as mediterranean, known for excellent service, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.
- Cozy
- Social
Mediterranean
Delos Greek Restaurant
5.0 out of 5Price level $$$Delos Greek Restaurant is a well-known mediterranean restaurant in Times Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Warm
- Inviting
- Relaxed
Steakhouse
Empire Steak House Times Square
4.9 out of 5Price level $$$$Empire Steak House Times Square is a popular steakhouse in Times Square, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Upscale
- Classic
- Refined
Italian
Osteria La Baia
4.9 out of 5Price level $$$$Discover Osteria La Baia, a Manhattan hideaway where Italian cuisine is approached with grace, balance, and a deep respect for flavor. Here, each plate is an invitation to savor the harmony of thoughtful ingredients and skilled technique.
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Family Friendly
American
Langan's
4.9 out of 5Price level $$Langan's is a restaurant in Midtown described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and steakhouse, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
- Casual
- Social
- Classic
Mexican
Cuerno
4.9 out of 5Price level $$$$Cuerno is a well-known mexican restaurant in Times Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Lively
- Colorful
- Casual
Mediterranean
Amazigh Food Truck
5.0 out of 5Price level $$Fresh, colored, refined, and authentic, this new Moroccan & Mediterranean Kitchen on wheels welcomes its New York City residents to enjoy a typical Moroccan meal, Mediterranean flavored dishes, or perhaps a mint tea served with a signature sweet for a breeze of freshness the Moroccan way.
- Warm
- Inviting
- Relaxed
Mexican
LOS TACOS No.1
4.8 out of 5Price level $$LOS TACOS No.1 is a well-known mexican restaurant in Times Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Lively
- Colorful
- Casual
Thai
SaiTong Thai
4.8 out of 5Price level $$Upscale Authentic Thai Restaurant In Times Square NYC
- Casual
- Vibrant
- Cozy
Italian
AperiBar
4.8 out of 5Price level $$A chic Italianesque restaurant + cocktail bar at LUMA Hotel Times Square by celebrated chef, Charlie Palmer. AperiBar gathers guests for breakfast, dinner and late night cocktails offering that just the right feeling no matter what time of day.
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Family Friendly
Middle Eastern
Mama Halal Food
4.9 out of 5Price level $$Mama Halal Food is a well-known middle eastern restaurant in Times Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Cozy
- Social
Thai
Thai Eats
4.9 out of 5Price level $$Thai Eats brings authentic Thai street food to life with bold flavors and heartfelt recipes passed down through generations. Chef Ann carries the heart of Thai cooking in every dish she makes a legacy passed down from her beloved mother.
- Casual
- Vibrant
- Cozy
Mexican
Amor Loco
4.7 out of 5Price level $$Come and experience the love and passion we put into every dish at Amor Loco NYC.
- Lively
- Colorful
- Casual
American
Handcraft Burgers and Brew
4.7 out of 5Handcraft Burgers and Brew is a well-known american restaurant in Times Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Casual
- Social
- Classic
Italian
OLIO E PIÙ Bryant Park
4.7 out of 5Price level $$Olio e Più is an authentic Italian trattoria bringing traditional Italian cuisine, fresh house-made pasta, and hand-stretched pizza to vibrant neighborhoods across New York City, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Inspired by the flavors of Southern Italy, our menu features classic Italian dishes and seasonal specialties, including Caprese salad, fritto misto, tiramisu, and guest-favorite pasta and pizza selections.
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Family Friendly
Steakhouse
Charlie Palmer Steak IV
4.7 out of 5Price level $$$Charlie Palmer Steak IV is a restaurant in Times Square described by visitors as seafood and steakhouse, relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
- Upscale
- Classic
- Refined
Caribbean
Margon
4.7 out of 5Price level $Margon is a restaurant in Times Square described by visitors as a cafe, latin and american, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
- Cozy
- Social
- 4.7 out of 5Price level $$
Chopt Creative Salad Co. is a restaurant in Times Square described by visitors as known for excellent service, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.
- Casual
- Healthy
- Counter Service
Japanese
Omakaseed Vegan by Sushi by Bou
4.7 out of 5Omakaseed brings experiential dining and a unique flair for service to a vastly underserved market within the plant-based community. With a focus on Japanese-inspired vegan omakase, Omakaseed seeks to continue the mission of the team behind Sushi By Bou, bringing Omakase Style service to the masses, including vegans and vegetarians.
- Minimalist
- Refined
- Calm
Italian
Ginger - Ristorante NYC
4.7 out of 5Price level $$Restaurant, pizzeria, smoothies & cocktail bar. Ginger is a reference point for those who choose a healthy and balanced Mediterranean diet.
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Family Friendly
Pizza
See No Evil Pizza
4.7 out of 5Price level $$See No Evil Pizza is a well-known pizza restaurant in Times Square, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Casual
- Lively
- Family Friendly
Frequently asked questions
What are the best restaurants in Times Square?
Chosen from ratings and reviews and checked by the Moodap team, our picks in Times Square start with Delos Greek Restaurant (5.0 stars), Cuerno (4.9 stars) and AperiBar (4.8 stars). Our picks are at the top of this page.
What kind of food can you find in Times Square?
Moodap lists 224 restaurants in Times Square. The most common kinds are American (51), Pizza (20), Italian (18), Mexican (18) and Japanese (16).
Where can I find affordable restaurants in Times Square?
43 of the 224 restaurants listed in Times Square are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are Margon, Auntie Anne's and Carnegie Pizza.
How is the full list of restaurants in Times Square ranked?
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