50 Best Salad Restaurants in New York

“The pizza is excellent, there is a modest amount of space to eat in, and they have a bar so customers can enjoy an adult beverage with their meal. Friendly service and a reasonable wait makes this good value for one’s money. We will be back!“

“Good foods n good service 🥰 I love there so much 🇺🇸 ขอบคุณครับ“

“Didn’t expect to find my best crispy pork belly of the year at a Thai spot!!! The skin was insanely crisp yet slightly chewy. The dipping sauce on the side was perfectly balanced.

For the main, we went with the panang short ribs. The beef was coated in a rich, mildly spicy curry. We added steamed veggies instead of rice and they fit curry.“

“We stumbled upon this restaurant and couldn’t have been happier. All the food was so fresh and delicious. Truly the best sesame balls I’ve ever had. They were warm and chewy. The salmon bowls were also great. Recommend the phoenix balls for dessert. They were gorgeous. Highly recommend!“

“Bilal was very kind. It was my first time visiting this establishment and he helped me make my first order! I’m on a new diet so his patience was appreciated while I picked my meal :) Will visit again. Foods fresh and the crispy chicken is delish. If you order online it calculates the amount of protein / calories for you.“

“We have all the options where I live and every time I get Just Salad I wonder why I eat anywhere else. So many fresh dressing to choose from.“

“We throughly enjoyed our dinner tonight. There were 7 of us and they were so nice to accommodate us. We had 3 different appetizers 3 different ramens and 2 different rice bowls. Everyone loved everything. Highly recommend!“

“This is my first time having just salad and the area on 670 Columbus ave was clean spacious not crowded and my salad was made fresh and the worker Kevin had a great attitude was nice friendly for it being my first time I created my own bowl and he recommended the cilantro lime vinaigrette dressing and it was so good and fresh …I enjoyed my salad and will be coming back to this location“

“We’ve been going here for a while but recently we’ve been going every day and we have thoroughly enjoyed our salads and just how healthy we feel. We really appreciate that this is an option for us and we really appreciate Just Salad.“

“First trip to Aragvi and what a suprise. BY FAR THE BEST MEAL WE HAD IN THE CITY. The service was excellent! The Adjaruli was so amazing. The lamb chops to die for. The napoleon so light and tasty! We loved our dinner and will be back!!“

“Yummy yummy Sushi! Speedy Service!“

“I liked the menu options a lot, a good variety of diner food w/ some French inspired dishes. Our waiter was funny and really nice lol. Place is kinda small, but we didn’t have to wait at all even though it’s a no res spot. They gave us a small ice cream and whipped cream dessert for new years 🥹 Overall, I had higher expectations for the food based on the price points so was a little disappointed

- French onion soup ($19): 7/10, I LOVE French onion soup, but the broth wasn’t as flavorful or onion-y as I would’ve liked. Was pretty excited about this but disappointed. It was filled to the brim, which is great in theory, but it was lowkey hard to start eating it without it spilling over
- Patty melt ($21): 8/20, pretty solid, but lowkey reminds me of the melt from Waffle House lol
- Fries: 7/10, standard
- Complimentary ice cream w/ whipped cream: 7/10, standard ice cream, but it was nice that it was free 🥹

*Note: Wanna try their escargot and steak next time“

“Salad was great, however the decor in the sitting area on the main floor was sort of untidy and sort of gloomy. Overall, food was great!!“

“So good. So fresh. So friendly. Just what I needed.“

“I wanted to break routine and found this place on Yelp. He maintained dialogue with several customers during service. The food stands out. The atmosphere enhances it. All the hearty food was excellent, presented with style and paired thoughtfully. Could see myself here on a weekly basis!“

“Muy rico y una muy buena opción para comer“

“I made my own, so I loved it, used my left overs for an omlet the next day.“

“Interesting teas made with fresh fruit. Good and quick customer service. Wish they had non-dairy milk though!“

“terrific service and food! the Sake Mojito was fantastic!“

“So clean and the ingredients are super fresh! Cannot fault the service or the food! Very friendly and welcoming!“

“Omg I️ love your salads it’s so amazing and the service was awesome I️ appreciate the welcome to chow I️ give most appreciation to Alexus she’s a very hard working independent god bless you guys and your amazing salads“

“Even though the restaurant is very busy during lunch hour, they always have someone on the floor to help with questions, greet customers, and take care of messes. I appreciate when a business doesn't under-staff or cut corners. Everyone is very helpful and friendly. They also helped me find something that I lost in the restaurant, which I was very grateful for. (Shout out to the customer who found my phone and gave it to an employee, I appreciate you.) With big chain restaurants like this, the staff really makes or breaks a particular location. Staff at this location is 10/10.“

“Ordered two pizzas. Pizza crusts were spot on and tasty...overall some good pizzas. The sauce though.
A previous review mentioned the sauce was sweet but that they probably don't add sugar to their tomato sauce. I would disagree with that assumption. Half way through the pizza ... The sweetness kinda took over for me. And that's just a personal preference maybe?

Service was cold and not the friendliest.
The set up itself was decent enough and clean... They had some latin music playing which was ok.

I'm not sure I'd come back if I was in New York next. If you enjoy sweet pizza sauce you'll love this place because the crust was really good :) Just the sweetness of the sauce was not to my taste.“

“The place is cozy ☺️, the food is very good and tastes fresh, the service was incredible and patient, they recommended the best options for us, and they didn't disappoint with the dessert either, which was delicious and well-presented (tiramisu)🤩. We will definitely be back soon🍝🙌“

“We have all the options where I live and every time I get Just Salad I wonder why I eat anywhere else. So many fresh dressing to choose from.“

“
Atmosphere: 100/10
Decorations: 10/10 love the vibes
Staffs: 10/10 friendly
Price: $$
Wait time: 3-4 mins

The food leans a bit sour, but it was actually a fun experience. I’ve never had avocado with lemon before 😂.

Most people order through DoorDash or Uber Eats, but they’re definitely missing out on the best part: the interior design. I love the creativity from the food presentation to the overall ambiance.

100% recommended 🙌“

“Keeping it real out here in Astor place
This is hands down my favorite chopt location. Eaten here so many times, it’s spacious, well lit and service is always on point. Def not easy to run a store this well in nyc right now but they’re doing it well. They always have new seasonal flavors too, ok I’ll stop fanboying now“

“We’ve been going here for a while but recently we’ve been going every day and we have thoroughly enjoyed our salads and just how healthy we feel. We really appreciate that this is an option for us and we really appreciate Just Salad.“

“The restaurant was dark and extremely loud. My friend and I could barely hear each other from across the table. The server was very friendly. There was a Wednesday happy hour deal on drinks so the meal was very affordable. I'd go again.“

“Stumbled upon it and absolutely loved my late lunch.“

“This is my favorite spot for Lunch. I usually order the salmon bowl, which was not only beautifully presented but also packed with fresh, vibrant ingredients that made every bite delicious. The atmosphere is warm and inviting—perfect for a casual lunch.
One thing that stand out the most is the variety of vegetarian options on the menu, making it a great place for groups with different dietary preferences. The staff is friendly and attentive.

Considering the quality of the food and the experience, it offers great value for money. I’d definitely recommend it and will be returning soon!“

“Great, i love this place.“

“sin duda una Rica ensalada, un lugar muy limpio, el personal muy amable, atención de 10. volveré....“

“Gluten-free eater on vacation was looking for a simple sandwich to take with me and my train ride home. This place was super easy to use online ordering, the ingredients taste super fresh, it was ready when promised, and is hitting the spot perfectly!“

“Excellent! Great services!“

“Kind family owned business with the best Fettuccine I have ever ate ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Nice Mediterranean spot, might want a reservation as it is a bit small. Excellent dessert selections and pastries. We enjoyed the calamari, hummus, and the mixed grill and decided the lamb chops were the best part. All of it was delicious but I would order just lamb chops next time, the mixed grill is a nice way to try several meats. The hummus and pita were very good as was the calamari and the sauce it was served with was very nice as well.“

“A close walk from the Met. We went on a Friday night and asked for an outdoor table (our reservation did not indicate either inside or out). Service was wonderful. We started with the meatballs which were good, but it was only 4 small meatballs. I enjoyed the Rigatoni with Sausage and Mushrooms. The fettuccine with beef ragu was also good, but missing a little something. The cannolo for dessert was a highlight.“

“Fantastic latte — among the best I’ve had in NYC and ever! Very friendly staff too!“

“Every time I come here, I’m welcomed with such genuine warmth and kindness by Jennyferr H.

Her humanity and positive energy truly make a difference — it’s incredibly pleasant to feel real human warmth, even for something as simple as picking up a salad.

Honestly, if more people had this level of kindness, many businesses would thrive much more.

I’m a loyal customer, and with people like her, I’m definitely not going anywhere.“

“This restaurant was excellent! It’s similar to Chipotle in the sense that you can build your own bowl, but with Indian dishes instead.

I ordered the mixed greens with chicken tikka masala and basmati rice, and everything was incredibly flavorful and fresh. The service was quick and efficient, and the food came out hot and delicious. I also tried the samosas, which were amazing.

Overall, everything tasted fresh and well-made. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place!“

“Excelentes sus comidas, café, jugos y demás.Inmejorable el trato del personal !! Muy buena gente! Encantada de haberlos conocido!!!!“

“Popped in on a Saturday afternoon because I heard live jazz from outside. They do live music on Saturdays for brunch and Monday as well. Shin (?) took care of me at the bar and I had an excellent experience. I'm definitely coming back with a bigger appetite.“

“We have all the options where I live and every time I get Just Salad I wonder why I eat anywhere else. So many fresh dressing to choose from.“

“I really enjoyed the freshness!!“

“If you are celiac and want a good burger in NYC, this is the place for you. Food here is amazing. We came here twice during our visit, takeout the first time, and ate at the restaurant the second.
I would suggest you to eat here, quality is high and hot food is always better, but this place is so good that even when it's cold at home is worth it. Very good burger, amazing popcorn chicken, sweet potato fries are a gem.“

“Great time! Food was delish!“

“This was first time coming to Chopt and for sure won't be my last. The way everything is so fast and entertaining to watch plus Mike mixed my salad so fast while holding a conversation with me and assured me that there were no nuts in the salad since they store them in separate containers. Overall just a great experience here! Thanks Chopt and thanks Mike!“

“My Cesar Salad wrap was so wonderful. Would so go back again.“