Eat · Restaurants by neighborhood · 2026
The best restaurants on the Upper West Side.
Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 10 places.
I’ve spent more time than I’d like to admit exploring every corner of Upper West Side in search of the best Upper West Side restaurants. After years of living in the city and countless Upper West Side restaurants later, I’ve narrowed it down to the spots that genuinely deserve your time. Here’s my honest rundown.
Quick Summary. Looking for upper west side restaurants in Upper West Side? Here are my top picks. Bánh, Amelie, Chick Chick, and more.
- AmelieRestaurant · Upper West SideAmelie is one of my favorite restaurants on the Upper West Side for happy hour as well.
- BánhRestaurant · Upper West SideBánh is the type of place I return to often.
- Charles Pan Fried ChickenRestaurant · Upper West SideIn 2022, he decided to relocate and opened a restaurant on the Upper West Side, where he serves some of the juiciest fired chicken you’ll find in NY.
- Chick ChickRestaurant · Upper West SideExcellence is top of mind at this casual restaurant on the Upper West Side, nothing on the menu is an afterthought.
- EléaRestaurant · Upper West SideIf you’re on the lookout for a polished restaurant on the Upper West Side, Elea gets my vote.
- Jin RamenRestaurant · Upper West SideThe Upper West Side is a ramen desert, which is why Jin Ramen is on constant rotation in our household.
- Maison PickleRestaurant · Upper West SideUpbeat and fun, Maison Pickle is my go-to recommendation for out-of-town visitors on the hunt for the best brunch in the neighborhood.
- MiriamRestaurant · Upper West SideI think this place serves a great brunch, but the dinner menu is nothing to scoff at either.
- Sala ThaiRestaurant · Upper West SideFor most locals, Sala Thai is the go-to neighborhood Thai restaurant on the Upper West Side.
- The ConsulateBar · Upper West SideThe Consulate is a swanky bar moonlighting as a restaurant.
Amelie
Restaurant · Upper West Side · 566 Amsterdam Ave, New York
Amelie is one of my favorite restaurants on the Upper West Side for happy hour as well.
Bánh
Restaurant · Upper West Side · 942 Amsterdam Ave, New York
Bánh is the type of place I return to often.
Charles Pan Fried Chicken
Restaurant · Upper West Side · 46 W 72nd St, New York
In 2022, he decided to relocate and opened a restaurant on the Upper West Side, where he serves some of the juiciest fired chicken you’ll find in NY.
Chick Chick
Restaurant · Upper West Side
Excellence is top of mind at this casual restaurant on the Upper West Side, nothing on the menu is an afterthought.
Eléa
Restaurant · Upper West Side
If you’re on the lookout for a polished restaurant on the Upper West Side, Elea gets my vote.
Jin Ramen
Restaurant · Upper West Side · 462 Amsterdam Ave, New York
The Upper West Side is a ramen desert, which is why Jin Ramen is on constant rotation in our household.
Maison Pickle
Restaurant · Upper West Side · 2315 Broadway, New York, NY
Upbeat and fun, Maison Pickle is my go-to recommendation for out-of-town visitors on the hunt for the best brunch in the neighborhood.
Miriam
Restaurant · Upper West Side
I think this place serves a great brunch, but the dinner menu is nothing to scoff at either.
Sala Thai
Restaurant · Upper West Side · 307 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY
For most locals, Sala Thai is the go-to neighborhood Thai restaurant on the Upper West Side.
The Consulate
Bar · Upper West Side · 519 Columbus Ave, New York
The Consulate is a swanky bar moonlighting as a restaurant.
Best restaurants on the Upper West Side, 2026
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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 11 Toothsome Upper West Side Restaurants (Local’s List).