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!!“

“It was affordable and delicious! I will definitely be dining here on the regular!“

“Awesome owners and awesome food. CHECK IT OUT!!!!“

“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!“

“Service, food are great, Lisa is the best.“

“?? We were the last party arriving at 9pm on a Monday night. We sat at the bar and were served by Sebastian. The place lets you bring your own bottle of wine for a $50 cork fee which is so unique and great for a Michelin Star restaurant, and they don't make you feel cheap for doing it either. From start to finish the food was just so so so good, the atmosphere and service were absolutely perfect. I'll remember that triple fish first course till I'm 100 years old, especially the trout. Just wow. The beef with the potato made you feel at home with a touch of uniqueness. The dessert was perfectly balanced with some of the best blueberries ever. So glad we picked this restaurant for our night out in NY.“

“My dining experience at Minetta Tavern was impeccable.My friend and I had Fois Gras and Oysters as Appetizers, Strak Frites and Minetta Burger for our entrees, and topped it up with their delicious Soufflé for two.Everything was truly incredible, from the lively and yet cozy atmosphere, to the outstanding quality of food, and flawless service.It was my first time and will definitely be back for more.A huge thank you to the whole team again!“

“Loved everything about it! We sat at the bar, Justin was fantastic. Friendly people and great food!! Highly recommend.“

“Amazing staff, amazing food (better than my bubbies, but don’t tell her) absolutely loved it!!“

“A short day and a half stay in Williamsburg/Brooklyn on the way to Berlin. Rolo’s was certainly my most anticipated spot on this tour after seeing their fantastic Eater video and it certainly didn’t disappoint.Their Double Cheeseburger with the $3 Bacon Addition was the most flavorful and wonderfully textured burger I’ve had in years. The pickled pepper made for an interesting off-beat accompaniment. The polenta bread was simple but delicious. A layer of polenta with olive oil and sea salt, could eat that all day.I also ordered a Strawberry Passionfruit Punsch, which was served in a small goblet. Nice blend of rum, strawberry cordial, passion fruit and lime tiki bitters.There are quite a few more dishes I’d like to try at Rolo’s. Unfortunately for me, Rolo’s in in a different time zone. But I’m glad I got a chance to try it.“

“Very affordable restaurant, highly recommended“

“Strongly recommended! Perfect meal. Every dish was perfect mixed of flavors; and portions. And the service added on the amazingness of this place. We are looking forward to next season’s menu.“

“chill vibe. great burgers. super cocktails. good service“

“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.“

“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!“

“Amazing food and wine. Excellent service!“

“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!“

“Food and drinks were amazing. Only complaint is waited too long, over 30 min, for our food. Watched as people who sat after us finished their food and left.“

“The food the service overall everything is impeccable“

“Went here over the weekend for brunch and we had a blast! The food was delicious and the bottomless brunch truly was bottomless! Our server was so attentive and personable - we had a great time with her! Definitely recommend if you are searching for a brunch spot!“

“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.“

“I've been to that location several times for many occasions and my guests are always amazed by the service, the food especially that mesmerizing view of the city. I highly recommend it and the corner window tables get you the best views.“

“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!“

“Delicious and great service! Fun late night vibe.“

“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!“

“That was the best restaurant meal I’ve have ever had. The lobster risotto was unbelievable and the duck appetizer was so delicious. I will recommend this restaurant to everyone! We loved sitting upstairs in the corner. The staff and service were outstanding.“

“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.“

“Went to Meadowsweet restaurant for dinner with my family. We had an amazing experience from start to finish. The staff were so attentive, helpful and nice. The food amazing!recommend this restaurant! We will be returning soon.“

“Listeeeeeeen!! I've been a regular at the Clinton Bakery for a while, and they have always impressed me. The service is fast, and the food is fantastic. Today, I tried the soft-shell Benedict, and it was amazing! While I usually go for the pancakes and chicken and waffles, this dish exceeded all my expectations. Every bite was a delight--crispy soft-shell crab, creamy poached egg, hollandaise, biscuit, and fried green tomato. It was so delicious that I wish they had a bed in the back so I could take a 10-minute nap!“

“The ambience is great and the food is fantastic. It's my kind of food. I will recommend more of my friends to try it.“

“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!!!!!“

“Came a second time for brunch and enjoyed myself. Comfortable seating indoors, polite staff, and yummy food. They don't rush you at all and there's a cute area near the bathroom perfect for photo ops albeit it's also a high foot traffic spot haha.“

“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!“

“One of Manhattan's great ‘secrets'. The caviar offering and presentation are first class. But it is also a great restaurant experience apart from the caviar. Innovative selections that are very well presented with close but discreet service. One of our favourites.“

“Chambers Wine Bar is ridiculously wonderful. Small but mighty; cozy but open; friendly but professional. Staff is super knowledgeable about menu items, wine options, and how to best ‘mix and match' their delightful choices. I want to go there for dinner whenever I am in NYC, and miss being able to do so when I am not lucky enough to be an Uber ride away. Do NOT miss this place!! RBH“

“The food was amazing!! Tasted like nothing I’ve ever had!!“

“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.“

“Delicious food. Small portions so order a lot. Point is to share !!“

“Super helpful staff, fresh and delicious oysters and apps. Great beer list. Cant go wrong with this place. In Chelsea market“

“We lived in nyc for 30 years. Recently moved to DE. God only knows how much we miss the nyc culture. Nothing holds a candle to it. Thank you Aaron for such a delightful lunch today at your restaurant. Best Manhattan I’ve had in a long long time! You were so attentive and accommodating. Service the best! Thank the kitchen for the great food also! Will be back soon with our nephew and his spouse!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Coming from Minnesota, I've only heard about David Chang's restaurants. I had the Garlic Chicken Ramen and my wife had the Asparagus special of the day. Both were excellent in both taste and presentation. Well worth the trip and surprisingly affordable.“

“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.“

“Top notch service, everything I had was amazing. lots of history close to the WTC and many attractions! Make sure you try the Crème Brûlée for desert, it was worth every penny!“

“Blown away by interior design, topped with finger-licking food, friendly service, and such a well crafted drinks!“

“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.“