50 Best American Restaurants near Union City

“I came here for the first time a week ago for a friend's birthday and it was so good, I immediately made a reservation for a date night for the following week while still in the restaurant.The owner, who is lovely, charming and has a fun sense of humor, saw me seated at the table and waiting for my date to find parking. He came up to me and helped us find parking in a great spot. We very much appreciated the help. (note to self: leave yourself a little time to look before* your reservation lol)The servers there are knowledgeable about the menu and attentive to the patrons. We had the rigatoni special with pancetta and asparagus, short ribs (to die for) as well as the apple tart with ice cream and spiced chocolate mousse and everything was well seasoned, fresh and delicious. I look forward to returning and suggesting this restaurant to friends.“

“This place is AMAZING!!! I came for my birthday and we got a whole room to ourselves (covid safe). The drinks are amazing and I really loved the lychee martini in particular, We got to choose our own music and they also host other events. The service is amazing and Bella is wonderful. I would definitely come here again! They also have two pool tables inside which is a great addition. Come here for a good time!!“

“I only ordered food for delivery from here and EVERYTHING was Delicious and was delivered hot. My daughter and her friends truly enjoyed their meals and so did I, while we stayed at the Sheraton Hotel in Weehawken. We ask for 4 sugar packets of sugar for each hot coffee, we asked for specific cheese, etc and they did not skip a beat. Their prices for the area were truly an appreciation. Thank you staff. ?“

“All I can say is WOW! Today was my first time eating here & I'm definitely impressed!! I ordered The Spot Platter (with a mixture of steak & chicken) which includes yellow rice, lettuce with cucumber & tomato, and pita bread. My meal was neatly packed, good portions and fresh ?I'm so happy I decided to try this spot & not order from my regular spots! As long as this place stays consistent, I'll be here very often!“

“I just moved in the area and found out about this place from my friends who goes there all the time ( they are open every day from 5pm till 3:30 am!!! Amazing) so last night decided to try it out!Very friendly service and a variety of items on the menu, it s impossible to don’t find anything you like: breakfast sandwiches, burgers, wings, subs, platters, shakes and much more!My food was made pretty fast, and it was sooo tasty. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food, also nicely presented.Definitely will order more!“

“The food is nothing special but the rotating specials are *really* affordable and push this below basically everything else in terms of price. The pancakes are perfectly tasty and I had no trouble finishing them, and the value makes this an easy place to grab breakfast for under $10 and still get a lot of value for your money. Recommended!“

“Very nice place, very good meal with nice portions. We are 8 French tourists including 3 children and we got 254 dollars worth of fun. Very friendly staff who even offered us 3 cups of dinner. We plan to return to the United States next year and we will return there with great pleasure.I recommend !!!“

“Had such an amazing time. Honestly this place deserves two Michelin stars. The service was tremendous. We were celebrating a friends graduation and everyone seemed to know. We did the vegetarian prefix and our friends had the normal menus. The vegetarian menu was fantastic and I never felt like I was getting a second class meal. Drinks were also top notch. Would recommend.“

“A very good restaurant. I definitely recommend the hamburger with the aged meat and not the Minetta hamburger.I still wanted to say 2 things -You can take down 2 tables in the restaurant and let people sit more comfortably.When we ordered the Soufflé (which is an expensive dish in itself) the waitress asked if we would like ice cream on the side and in what flavor. I tried to figure out if it was ice cream that came inside the plate, next to it, etc., because usually warm chocolate cakes come with ice cream next to it. But the waitress just asked again about the requested flavor. The soufflé (was great!) and accompanied with a bowl with a scoop of ice cream on the side and vanilla sauce. We didn't really touch the ice cream (the soufflé with the vanilla sauce was enough). When we got the bill we saw that the poor ice cream scoop cost $5 which of course they didn't bother to inform us when we "order" (we didn't even exactly order). I don't like such things, be transparent.“

“*Service: 4.5/5*Our server was attentive and friendly, checking in on us at just the right moments. Her recommendations were helpful as well.*Food: 4.8/5*The food at Grammarcy Tavern was great. We ordered the 5 course dinner from the seasonal menu. It was delicious overall. Our favorite was the sweet potato agnolotti. The only reason I didn't give it a full 5 stars was that the meat selection was light for the price.*Ambiance: 4.9/5*The ambiance at Grammarcy Tavern was warm and inviting, with a cozy atmosphere that made us feel like we were in a rustic cabin. The dim lighting and wooden decor added to the charm, and the background music was at just the right volume. The spring inspired greenery brought the season to life.*Overall: 4.7/5*Grammarcy Tavern is a must-visit for anyone looking for a delicious meal in a cozy setting. I would highly recommend this restaurant to friends and family, and I can't wait to come back and try more of their seasonal offerings.“

“A good place. Super friendly and attentive staff, courteous service. Tried a variety of fish. It’s ok - not great, but fine if you haven’t tried anything better as a reference point. A shot of cold vodka was excellent. Overall, recommended. And definitely recommended over the nearby Katz’s, which was a total disappointment.“

“Tried the TikTok viral restaurant. It used to be a Michelin one-star in 2021 and 2022. Although it has lost its Michelin star last year, I still think it’s my favorite Italian restaurant in NYC so far. Had a fantastic experience here!The salad turned out to be a game-changer. As someone who typically shies away from salads, Don Angie's version won me over with its unique flavors and freshness. Each bite was a testament to the restaurant's commitment to excellence.Don Angie lived up to its viral acclaim. My friend and I walked in at 9:15 pm, and we got seated in 20 minutes!! Strongly recommend this way of dining.“

“I’ve been coming to Rolo’s since they first opened and they really never disappoint. The food just gets better and better. Everything is amazing but my hands down favorite is the shrimp. I’d say it’s easily some of if not the best shrimp I’ve ever had in my life. The whole menu just compliments itself from the Calabrian chili butter to the wagyu steak. Also, Sitting in the back of the restaurant is such a cool experience because you get to watch the chefs work their magic on that wood fire grill. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in NYC and in my top 5.“

“I came here for my birthday and had the absolute BEST experience! From the second I walked through the door, I knew it was going to be a special night. Every single person working there was so friendly and really rounded out the experience. Since they knew it was my birthday thanks to Resy, they all signed a happy birthday card, and included a candle on my red bean baked Alaska! Now onto the food: every single dish was a perfectly balanced experience. My one recommendation - don't skip the caviar hand roll. It was so good and I am still thinking about it weeks later! The shrimp toast also had no business being as tasty as it was! The fun thing about this place is that the menu is regularly changing and I cannot wait to see what the menu is next time I visit. Thank you 63 for such a great evening!“

“One word, phenomenal! My best friend and I had dinner here during our weekend trip and Daniel exceeded every expectation we could’ve had. We chose the Five Course Prix Fixe menu with caviar service and both the food and staff were excellent. We had such a great experience that we’ve decided to visit a new Michelin Star restaurant every year as a girls trip. Thank you all for making our experience exceptional.“

“We started off with some tasty cocktails: A Japanese twist on a margarita and an amazing whiskey-based pink one (the name escapes me but it was truly unique and delicious. We had their rendition of a Caeser salad, which was enormous. The deep fried burrata was also quite big… and truly unique and scrumptious. I could have drank the cheesy broth all night. The fried hen was nice. The black cod was as well. The sticky pudding with lime ice cream dessert was massive, but the two of us managed. Also - get the potatoes…. A great compliment to everything.“

“The burger is what everyone comes for (literally every table around us ordered at least 1) but DO NOT SLEEP on the Mac and cheese! It was the true star for me.The burger is good but be warned it is very rich (we shared 1 amongst 2 people).Would recommend people try this place at least once - and to people visiting - but we probably won’t be back until we’ve tried several other places on our NY burger must try list!One star removed for service because they got our matcha order wrong after we confirmed what we were ordering twice. Other than that service was great and quick!“

“Came to Little Mad for a weekend dinner, made a reservation about 2-3 weeks ahead but the place was very spacious and had some empty tables so probably do not need a reservation. Personally I loved the decor of the place, very clean and simple, lots of wooden structures. Our server was very helpful, asked us if it was our first time here, recommended the right amount of food to get, and went over some of the alcohol list with us. There was a raspberry martini we got that was very delicious and has a pretty good kick to it. Food wise, very very delicious. Every course was surprise and I did not feel a single moment of dullness. We started with the yellowtail crudo in between the pear slices, the sauce was so amazing and went so perfectly with the fish and pear. We also got the beef carpaccio, it was delicious. Our mad hot plates were equally as amazing and our main course was probably the best. The galbi steak was to die for, so tender and juicy while the lobster fried rice was so full of flavor. This was one of the best Asian tapas places I've been to and would definitely come back, it was quite a bit pricier than I had expected though in the end so had to take away a star, but if you don't care about the price, this is the perfect place to have a great time with amazing food!“

“I wasn’t sure what to expect-but I’mExtremely happy I dined at The Four HorsemanEntering the small establishment you are greeted with a nice doorman/host, who takes you into a small but romantic space. Details were perfect when decorating-from the original floor to the walls and art-mood lighting and light jazz on the speakers, the restaurant is very charming and romantic.The staff is meh-waitress seemed uninterested-some staff were wearing baggy long shirts/jackets that don’t work well in tight spots. As we were a table of two sitting in the middle-every time they walked by their tails of the shirt would hit us and our table. If you’re going to wear a very baggy loose shirt-tuck it in-to prevent this annoyance.No one seemed to be pressed for time-taking orders-fresh drinks-etc. the doorman stated when the next reservation was-as a warning not to linger more than 1.30 hours, but the waitstaff seemed clueless to this as it was she and her absence that kept us there almost 2 hours. Mind you-we were enjoying the wine, food, and conversation so we didn’t mind, except we had show tickets and were almost late. The waitress had an air of royalty attitude- better than us-as we are lucky she would visit our table and take our order. This is how she made me feel.Food is as delicious as beautifully plated. The atmosphere and food stole the show-the staff needs training-I’m not going to remove a star from the review for the staffing issues as the restaurant as a whole-and their food-is stellar. However, staff review is 2 stars.Came back for lunch when I was back in town-;lunch service was much better and the food was delicious, again.Kid-friendliness: Not at all-this is a different caliber restaurant where children should not be.Wheelchair accessibility: None. Not ADA compliant at all“

“Can’t say enough amazing things about this place. The portion sizes are HUGE and everything is delicious. Prices are beyond reasonable especially for nyc. Our waiter, Josh, was extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu items. Highly recommend!“

“Had a brunch here by myself on Sunday for a bottomless mimosas time and had a blast. I ordered a burger and what made it the best experience for me is the warmth and hospitality provided by Rachel!! She is such a sweetheart and I see her every brunch I chose to come here. Her welcoming attitude and friendliness makes it a better part of my day having a hangover brunch so thank you, Essex, for incredible times“

“I absolutely loved this place!! The interior was so cute and felt like a great spot to grab a drink. We came here for brunch and got the Bread Basket for the table which was fire with the different spreads/honey butter. For y main, I tried the Eggs Cilbir which was surprisingly very filling. The yogurt flavor was delicious. I do think it could come with more bread though. Overall, really good experience. I'm sure I'll find my way back.“

“The food, cocktails and view are excellent. Only the service failed. The waiter was impatient and inattentive. I ordered a cocktail that had been very difficult for me to find in other places and the Bartender made it delicious. It was a rainy day at times there was no visibility but the atmosphere and the drinks were very pleasant.“

“This was a fantastic experience! From the moment we stepped inside, the staff was courteous, engaging, helpful and knowledgeable. We had a party of 3, and ordered 6 dishes. Each dish came out as it was made and each dish was absolutely delicious. A person in our party had a gluten allergy which was no problem and accommodated with ease. We come to NY every year and this will absolutely be a place we revisit again and again! Vegans, vegetarians and omnivores alike will appreciate the dishes and be amazed with the taste! Highly recommended!“

“As has been our custom for the past three years, my daughter and I celebrate her birthday at this Blue Ribbon outpost. Needless to say, we've returned each time because of the attentive and friendly service, the delicious food (raw oysters and clams and steamed lobster, sautéed calamari, skirt steak and escargot) and the delightful conversation with staff. This year, Teresa and August were so lovely and sweet and made the evening memorable. Thank you, thank you, thank you. And see you next year (if not before)!“

“Great take on Lu rou fan (minced pork and rice), excellent scallion pancakes and awesome dessert (Tian miantuan) that was like a sandwich of sweet fried dough, golden sesame ice cream and condensed milk (plus cilantro and butter dried peanuts)! Great beverages as well such as the slightly sweetened Jasmine iced tea and Sanzo (lychee & calamansi) sparkling water products!“

“We came with a friend and got to try most of the items. For three people, we shared some appetizers —— the seeded bread (7/10), scallops 7.5/10, duck bun (6/10), bucatini (7.5/10).The entrees were much better than the appetizers. Got the halibut, bbq pork, and duck breast. All were delicious, but the duck was definitely the best. Would come back for the main courses. Mille feuille was good too, not picturedCocktails were not memorable. Interior was beautiful!“

“Lovely people, lovely place, incredibly delicious food! Ingredients are very fresh, often from the local farmers market. There are both very creative dishes and classics on the menu. The Queensboro is a special restaurant that not only cares about the quality of their food and atmosphere, but also sincerely cares about the community.Kid-friendliness: Roomy and fun space that is very comfortable for those bringing children. The staff is super friendly with children as well!“

“Had a wonderful meal this evening at Upland, really enjoyed my artichoke entree and was pleasantly surprised by my lobster main! Luis was so professional and attentive, I loved my complimentary guava sorbet and the honey ice cream was also delish. I highly recommend them, thank you for taking such good care of me for the two hours I was with you.“

“This was my first Michelin experience in the city and it did not disappoint. The food and drinks were to die for. The service was impeccable, everyone was very friendly. We sat in the bar/lounge esque area next to the window, it was super cozy, the interior is gorgeous too! 10/10!“

“My very favorite place to go for a special occasion. Every single dish is amazing. The choice of cocktails with fresh infusions is amazing. Note that you do not have to save room for dessert, because it is not quite as good as the other courses. And the family style is so fun!“

“The Smoked Pork Ramen was one of the best ramen I have ever had. The soup was strong in umami and smokiness and that alone made it a stand out dish. The spicy ramen was a manageable level of spicy but covered the taste of everything else.It’s so good I forgive David Chang for sending lawyer letters to the AAIP chilli crisp makers.“

“The atmosphere is very pleasant and the service correct and efficient. It has a Michelin star but it does not force you to order set menus or any specific dish. The duck is super delicious and I would say it is the star dish of the house, the quantity is abundant, it is enough for 3 people. The pastas are also very delicious, the bucatini amatriciana comes in a good quantity, but the ripiene is a small dish. You have to book in advance and in general it is a very worthwhile experience.“

“I love this Craft Beer and Burgers but this place is amazing is like you were in Disneyland roller coaster of flavors and I’m very thankful to my Server Kendra L. Briggs to take care any time and how she’s rolling this place from the beginning to the end great food experience and service as well!!!!!“

“The Tasting Menu was the most exquisite food I have ever had the privilege of enjoying. Each course presented an explosion of different flavors bursting in one's mouth, and the service was professional, friendly and kind. The service staff gave the impression of being in a private environment rather than a large restaurant.“

“Turned up early on a Wednesday morning as it was opening and got a seat at the counter - which is our preference anyway so this was a win - but we clearly got lucky as it filled up very quickly with lots of people waiting too. I went for blueberry pancakes while my husband went for the Huevos Rancheros. The food was superb and the service was excellent but especially so from Jess (I think) who was working behind the counter - multitasking to a ridiculous degree but so on top of tending to everyone promptly and taking time to chat too. I can completely understand why this place has gone viral and would definitely recommend.“

“BAR REVIEW ONLY. Came here recently Sunday afternoon close to their closing time but we were welcomed warmly regardless—decided to grab seats at the bar. The restaurant is nice and fancy looking, loved it!Started off with caviar—SO DELICIOUS!! We tried the Siberian Sturgeon ($75/25gr) and Classic Ostra ($95/25gr)—perfect portion for a light bite with drinks. Cocktails were great as well—highly recommend the “Caviar”tini—vodka martini with pomegranate jelly shaped to mimic caviar in the drink!Overall, service was AMAZING! Our bartender was friendly and attentive and made the best drinks!“

“The wine selection is outstanding, accompanied by a superb food menu that's straightforward and user-friendly. The ambiance is wonderfully minimalist, and the food is served at the ideal temperature with exceptional flavor. We enjoyed the Long Island duck and pork tenderloin, as well as steelhead trout and gulf prawns for starters. I highly recommend stopping by if you find yourself in NYC.“

“Amazing food, drinks, and service! The birds of paradise drink was amazing if you like a little spice. They brought out bread (including gluten free bread) with a dipping sauce of olive oil, garlic paste, and peppers that was incredible. We split the caviar topped tater tots, tuna crudo, broccoli (served over yogurt, so unique and one of the best veggie dishes we’ve ever had), and the limone pasta on a gf noodle (gf noodle made in house and my non-gf friend said it was amazing pasta even among non-gf. Every bite was amazing. Top tier service. So knowledgeable about dietary needs. Cute ambiance. Can’t wait to return!Dietary restrictions: Very gluten free friendly! Can modify almost every dish. Very knowledgeable about ingredients, shared fryers, etc.“

“Cool and clean atmosphere with unique lighting and comfortable seating. Levi was our server and was awesome!Wheelchair accessibility: They are on the main level with no stairs if you enter from the front of the hotel. If you enter from the restaurant side there is a ramp.“

“It was my first time, and this place was inside the Chelsea Market. My daughter and my grandbaby had been to this location, and they wanted me to experience what they had. Fresh, fresh seafood. We had oyster at the lobster place next door first before wanting to eat a main entrée. The food was good. The location was clean. Will definitely return.“

“Classy is how I would rate this restaurant at the end of the theater district on 52nd street.Food was better than I expected it to be in a touristy area. The sides are so big they are shareable for 4 people. Bacon appetizer was nothing special as I compare all steakhouses to Peter Luger.Service by Adam and his team was polished and not rushed.I have to deduct a star for the cramped seating for a table of 2 at the back of the restaurant. In hindsight I would have rather eaten at the bar or the high tops. When you have to move tables for guests to slide in to the booth, remove one. Instead of having a great view of the open kitchen, I faced a wall. Larger tables get private booths or tables in middle of dining roomprice was reasonable considering the area“

“The best brunch plate that I've ever had. And I don't speak that easily. Felt like I was eating a dinner entree for brunch - in a good way. Duck pastrami hash & poached eggs, caramelized onion, parsley salsa verde & local greens. Poached eggs were cooked perfectly and the salsa was great. The duck and the hash was other worldly. Tons of duck. In almost a stew of small potatoes perfectly softened. In some type of gravy. Wow. Even the greens are great. Nice light dressing. Almost salty. Service was friendly and attentive. My daughter said her avocado toast was excellent. I don't make it to Brooklyn that frequently but can't wait to go back to this great spot. I didn't drink that day but they had a nice looking and well stocked bar.“

“My family of 5 and I visited RH Rooftop initially in March 2024 and did not have the best experience. We shared our concerns with an amazing manager named Jim Schmiedl. After patently hearing us out. He earnestly shared that if we gave RH Rooftop NYC another try, he promised he and everyone else would make it right. Jim and our server Kelly along with all the staff made it right as rain. Our experience was absolutely AMAZING. The service, food, drinks, everything was a 20/10. We will return with a BIG smile on our faces . Give them a try- you will enjoy the entire experience from start to finish.“

“Traif is so outstanding that it reminds me, despite our crumbling society, that there is a beacon of hope, a light at the end of the tunnel in the form of a chef’s tasting menu, where each dish is so flavorful, so delicious, that I shed not one, but several tears that maybe, just maybe, humanity has a chance of food this good still exists.“

“I will be coming back here every time I’m in the area for the galleries. Such attention to detail with every aspect of the dining experience from the decor, to the unique and traditional dishes, the quality of the food, great service… it’s all there.“

“Ever since you reopened, the food has been exquisite. The earlier years when it was GB&G, the different chefs never really found themselves. Since the reopening and the re-emergence of the original chef, I think, the food is back to its glory as it was 15 years ago. Regardless, service has always remained superlative. I do miss the complimentary exquisite breads, intermezzo and after dinner edibles though.“

“I always walked by and knew the name from living in Chicago. The iconic building always intrigued me and last night, I was lucky to find a table during peak dinner rush.I was guided to their newly rennovated 'Sidecar'. We sat upstairs and loved being able to look over 3rd avenue. The service was so attentive -- from being immediately greeted to the servers always offering to clear plates and offer new ones. I had the Cadillac burger and it came with a generous portion of french fries.The desserts surpassd expectation, i got the brownie sundae but learned the cheesecake and apple crisp are made in-house so I need to come back and try that.Shout out to my server Nicole and Marianna for making PJ Clarke's especially memorable and a new found staple in my dinner rotation in midtown.“

“Food was supreme here. I had the raw clams, fresh and presented well. Cocktail sauce was done with care. My main was spaghetti and clams in tomato sauce with arugula salad and a touch of spring onions, that was a very fine detail. The effort was notable in the food. Service could be more disciplined though, some staff prioritise chatting with each other over customer service. The dining room was tastefully decorated. Would love to come back but I live too far.“

“After viewing the cherry blossoms in Central Park, coming here for lunch is very close. Upon entering, I was attracted by the retro style - it feels atmospheric and cozy, especially suitable for enjoying a leisurely time with family and friends?. My favorite is the French Onion Soup ; the cheese can be stretched so long, and the soup is fragrant with onions and has a hint of sweetness?.The Salmon Eggs Benedict has a smooth and tender texture, also a must-select for brunch.I was pleasantly surprised by the Short Rib Cavatelli?; the ribs are stewed until tender and flavorful, paired with cavatelli which is very soft and delicate in texture, highly recommended?.“