Comfort Food Restaurants in New York, NY

“Had a great time, great food and good beers 🍺“

“Went 1st time today for my Birthday - it was GREAT!💙👍“

“EXCEPTIONAL Food & Service. Billy and Tom are awesome, friendly and professional. The food is so yummy and I would recommend them to any events that you're having from weddings, going-away parties, birthdays, memorials, etc. Keep up the fantastic work that you're doing.“

“This spot is 12/10 my favorite place in the area. I recently moved to Jersey City however when I’m in the area, I make it a point to grab food from here specifically! The staff is so hardworking and nice. They always have a smile on their face and welcome any questions you may have. Love this place and you will too!“

“The food and the service was amazing! The short rib was soft as butter, the pork rib was juicy and flavorful and the fish was delicious! I highly recommend this place. 🙌🏾🔥“

“Wow! After looking at many places on Columbus that just didn’t thrill us, we were SO happy to find the incredibly delicious Mexican cuisine at Nina’s last night I had the Cochinita Pibil (with an orange habanero salsa on the side that will let you know who’s boss…) and my old friend had Enchiladas Mole with chicken. Excellent and authentic food with warm, friendly staff, and a great bar selection with many tequilas. Nina’s is great! Reasonable too! Glad to give credit where it’s due to this 7mo old establishment that I hope stays for many years! Will return for more!“

“My husband and I are checking off the top 10 East Harlem eateries. The Earls beer and cheese is ranked #5. Their drink and food met lol our high expectations. We had blackberry hard cider and BBQ brisket taco
The Back to Back - fried chicken breast in buffalo sauce with French fries. The services were very outstanding and food were delicious. The place were filled with professionals and rather quite. The back room was very cool👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼“

“Awesome location, stunning cozy decor and fabulous food! ✨✨✨✨✨“

“The food was plentiful and so good. The staff was very friendly and helpful in selecting our meals. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. I would recommend this restaurant!“

“Cosy atmosphere, great food and friendly people.“

“Great spot for a quick solo bite! Food was affordable, came out so fast, and was delicious. I ordered a chicken pad see ew & a roti matcha (based on other reviews recommending it) and I loved both.

The pad see ew was a good portion and less than $13 (!), and was super flavourful. The roti matcha was an amazing dessert—two generous pieces of roti with a cup of matcha sauce. I've never had this combo before, but it's a must-try!

Service was also very kind—I was given a cup of water without even needing to ask for it, and they checked to see if I wanted the dessert to come out with the main or if I wanted to get it later.

Heartily recommend! There isn't a lot of seating, though, so make sure you have a backup spot to eat if you're coming with a group or during a busy period. :)“

“Great American Diner, proper homely food. I had the spinach and mushroom omelette which comes with fries (mini roast potato's) and sourdough toast, also ordered some black coffee and orange juice.

Great portions (not too big) and excellent value for money.

It was also nice to see so many locals / regulars dining there (the waitress knew their usual, which is always a good sign).“

“What a delightful little breakfast/brunch place!!! We went here straight from the airport on our way into town, luggage and all, and it was perfect! We sat in the little outside area with the fans because the A/C was broken inside. My mom ordered the Grey Dog’s Breakfast with her eggs scrambled, French toast, and bacon, and it’s served with home fries. I ordered the egg and cheese croissant minus the parsley (not my fave) and added bacon. I’m picky about my home fries, so the server offered me french fries instead. We had exactly zero complaints about our meal. The portions are big, the eggs and bacon were cooked perfectly, and the French toast had this sweet butter with it that I can’t even compare to anything because it was so unique and delicious. The home fries ended up being DELICIOUS. The French fries were also good. I enjoyed the seasoning on them as well. I’m not a big fan of the thing shoe string fries, but these were good! The three employees we encountered were all very friendly and I would be more than happy to eat here again any time.“

“I started coming here every Friday for about two months and it's always a vibe. I really enjoy myself each time and sing and dance to the songs. The people and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. I don't regret coming here at all.“

“Absolutely Incredible food and family Owned service“

“The spicy chicken biscuit omg toooooo die for so my husband and I saw many people entering this spot plus it was our first time. We heard mac and cheese, greens, and fried chicken. So we got a bucket of mixed chicken, two sides of Mac and cheese, and some collard greens (they make them with black eyed peas and tomatoes; totally different from any kind of greens I ever had and I definitely was left craving more. Nice little spot and such friendly people. Heading back very soon“

“Had a lovely dining experience at Beefbar. We started with the crispy rice tuna tartare: tuna had a soft texture and was full of flavor. We shared a 10oz wagyu filet, wagyu bolognese, and truffle fries. Everything was delicious! Steak had a nice char, was tender, and cooked to a perfect medium rare. Pappardelle deserves a chefs kiss!!“

“Vincent and Malik were our servers . They were great. We had them cracking up at our silly jokes and the service was extraordinary! Loves good laugh while I wait for bomb food . Thanks guys“

“Foods and drinks are delish😋 Great ambiance and service!“

“I absolutely love this place, and no I’m not just saying it because they’re giving out free screenprintes canvas tote bags ! XD Seriously though, I love this restaurant. My favorite things to get are the cumin soup and lamb bao sliders.
Trust me, thank me later.“

“I have been looking for great tacos and happy hour drinks in this neighborhood for a while, and this is the spot! Sit at the bar, order the Tacos del Dia (you can order a combo of different ones) and enjoy. Such an obvious pleasure that few places get right anymore.“

“This place feels like coming home to your favorite cozy spot that always hits just right. I've been here for date nights and catching up w friends- a perfect place for both. It's such an ideal NYC neighborhood hangout- the food is ALWAYS outstanding, and the ambience (think cool jazz tunes, no tvs) is exactly what I need after a long overstimulated day.“

“My favorite Dig location in the city and one of my all time favorite cafeteria style spots! Chef Karina always creates the best recipes with amazing flavor, and the staff consistently go above and beyond in service and friendliness, especially Donell!!“

“WOW…EXCEPTIONAL food and service! I got spicy japchae with shrimp and egg. This tastes like a home cooked meal and is the best japchae I have ever tasted. You can tell that the Chef poured so much love into it. She even had me taste the sauce while she was cooking! This place is a hidden gem!!! The kimchi is also the best kimchi I have ever had.“

“Great Mimosas and Great Staff! M is a character!“

“The food is locally sourced daily. They offer 4/5 delicious entrees with delectable sides. Service was warm & attentive. Can't wait to return!!!“

“I celebrated my cousin's birthday last October at Lagos restaurant and Lounge was great“

“Food was great, black truffle soup dumplings were bomb. Plus, it's super close to 1st and 14th so, it's a change of pace from all the empanadas I've eaten from the other place close by. The only thing I would like is a table if I wanted to invite a friend to partake in the food. But, for a quick bite before work?

It's perfect.

I'm gonna try to order ahead of time in the future to see how good is their to go food. No beers... 🥺

(5 dumplings for the soup dumplings order, I ate one for the review😋)“

“amazing food and atmosphere“

“Food was absolutely incredible. So much flavor in everything we ate. Highly recommend the crispy chicken with rice. The tom yum noodle soup was also very good. Affordable and big portions. Make reservations since the restaurant is very small.“

“What a delightful little breakfast/brunch place!!! We went here straight from the airport on our way into town, luggage and all, and it was perfect! We sat in the little outside area with the fans because the A/C was broken inside. My mom ordered the Grey Dog’s Breakfast with her eggs scrambled, French toast, and bacon, and it’s served with home fries. I ordered the egg and cheese croissant minus the parsley (not my fave) and added bacon. I’m picky about my home fries, so the server offered me french fries instead. We had exactly zero complaints about our meal. The portions are big, the eggs and bacon were cooked perfectly, and the French toast had this sweet butter with it that I can’t even compare to anything because it was so unique and delicious. The home fries ended up being DELICIOUS. The French fries were also good. I enjoyed the seasoning on them as well. I’m not a big fan of the thing shoe string fries, but these were good! The three employees we encountered were all very friendly and I would be more than happy to eat here again any time.“

“What a delightful little breakfast/brunch place!!! We went here straight from the airport on our way into town, luggage and all, and it was perfect! We sat in the little outside area with the fans because the A/C was broken inside. My mom ordered the Grey Dog’s Breakfast with her eggs scrambled, French toast, and bacon, and it’s served with home fries. I ordered the egg and cheese croissant minus the parsley (not my fave) and added bacon. I’m picky about my home fries, so the server offered me french fries instead. We had exactly zero complaints about our meal. The portions are big, the eggs and bacon were cooked perfectly, and the French toast had this sweet butter with it that I can’t even compare to anything because it was so unique and delicious. The home fries ended up being DELICIOUS. The French fries were also good. I enjoyed the seasoning on them as well. I’m not a big fan of the thing shoe string fries, but these were good! The three employees we encountered were all very friendly and I would be more than happy to eat here again any time.“

“Always good and you call relax and have a conversation. Love seeing the pride crowd enjoying themselves !“

“Someone who’s from Texas and been here for work it’s really hard to find some true southern flare and this place answers the calling when it comes to that and glad that I’d gotten to make the trip over here to try it out. Also will most definitely will be back again.“

“Our experience eating here was thoroughly enjoyable. We liked what we ordered though we've had better elsewhere. I found the experience outstanding. The entire workforce shows impressive capability. I'm ready to return at the first opportunity.“

“Awesome location, stunning cozy decor and fabulous food! ✨✨✨✨✨“

“Food is always good! Going there for years“

“Took my parents here for Mothers Day and had arranged to meet my brother in law and his wife for lunch. We had 1 PM tickets to the Whitney across the street so we there at 11 when it opened and waited about 10 minutes for my BIL. Sitting outside not in the tent felt like NYC, the noises, the people, smells were typical New York. The food was great too.“

“The popcorn soft serve is actually so good. I thought at first it was going to taste like pure butter, they’re is actually a nice balance of butter, salt, and a flavor that can only be described as butterscotch I suppose. They also stack this ice cream super high, so for the price you really get your money’s worth. I also got the bag of biscuits. They were buttery and tasted really homemade. I honestly ate the whole bag in a day because they were so good. The butter they came with was also really good. I can’t wait to come back here so I can try more!“

“We ordered the mera mera dip noodles and not only was the food amazing but so was the service! I’m very grateful to Karan who kept my bag carefully after I forgot it and got it for me later! I’ll recommend the food and the service wholeheartedly!!“

“This was about a 10min drive from our hotel and the unlimited mimosas made it appealing from the start but the food was AWESOME! Unlimited mimosas added another layer and we were pleased and lit by the time we left. When I tell you it’s worth every dime it truly is so please go. The service is good and they will check in considering it’s a 90minute unlimited mimosa thing BUT all good. Don’t feel rushed because they don’t push you out and again the ladies will make sure you’re good to go. Chelsea is the way to go! We had two rounds!“

“Robert, the concierge at the Ritz Carlton NOMAD recommended Ol'Days - I'm so glad he did! ABSOLUTELY delicious! Every single dish is so thoughtful and layered and yummy! I wanted to take every menu item - to go! Your service was also so lovely and held us in the highest hospitality! Thank you for a memorable, fun, delicious and healthy lunch! I hope to see you again! Ps/you will love the arepas!“

“really good food… average prices 9/10“

“I had such a wonderful experience here! The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and full of quality ingredients. The service was just as impressive: the staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made me feel welcome without ever being intrusive.

The atmosphere was perfect — warm, inviting, and comfortable, with just the right balance between lively and relaxing. Whether you’re coming for a casual meal or a special night out, this place really delivers on both great food and a great vibe.

Highly recommend and definitely looking forward to coming back!“

“Good old fashioned knishes!!!“

“Visited from the Uk with our 3 girls. My breakfast was amazing….corn beef hash 👌🏻. The girls all had something different so had to have a taste of theirs too….all were so good. Definitely recommend this lovely little place 👍🏻“

“I had the Hot honey chicken sandwich. delicious. highly recommend. this is a franchise I'd gladly go back too. The prices aren't too crazy.“

“The best British Restaurant in the city! They have a great selection of foods that any true Brit would crave. Both my husband and myself have been a regular patron for several years and will continue to be for many more to come! I just hope one day they add a cheese and salad cream sandwich to the menu!“