Best NYC restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of Houston Street Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

Excellent food ! This one is for all the Mediterranean cuisine lovers… especially ones who prefer vegetarian options. The staff was lovely, the ambiance was beautiful. Our food was absolutely flavorful from start to finish. If you’re a spice lover - be sure to ask for this hot sauce !!!!
Grishma Patel - a month ago

One of the better brunch spots in the city, make sure you make reservations because this place gets packed! The vibe inside is great and the service is spot on. Would recommend starting off with a dip before you choose a brunch item. The shakshuka was delicious and would get it again. Looking forward to my next time since there are a few other dishes I’d like to try out!
Andrew Dabydeen - 2 months ago

Okay, I’ve been here a few times now and Shuka does not disappoint. I’ve been with a large group of friends and by myself. This latest time was by myself, I sat at the bar. The bartender was sooo friendly and was very attentive my entire dinner. The drinks were so good and the food is always delicious. They have a great wine selection. It’s a great place to share plates if you’re there with a group. Get the Shuka feast if you’re with 3+ ! I had the gin/cucumber drink and 2 glasses of one of their wines. The dips are a great start, specifically the beet one. I also got the meatballs and then the shrimp kebab. Honestly everything was so delicious. I wish I had room for more. Finished the dinner with their olive oil cake. The absolute perfect dinner. Can’t wait to go back. Shuka should be a must visit on your list.
Chelsea Evans - a week ago

Lovely middle eastern cuisine including an awesome labneh as well as a delicious lamb kebab. Fried halloumi is sinful but well executed. Get the mushrooms too! Can’t go wrong here - would come back!
Rovik Robert - a month ago

The apps were better than the mains. The whipped feta and labneh dips were good, along with the fried halloumi. I prefer their sister restaurant Shukette for more inventive dishes. Perhaps their brunch service is better too.
Angela N - a month ago

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Not bad - the restaurant week menu wasn't too bad. The calamari appetizer (4.5/5) was super good but spicy - the calamari was crispy and light and the sauce was umami packed. The bass was okay (3/5) but it tastes vaguely fishy and the coconut cake (3/5) was average but had strangely broken apart.
Christi Balaki - a month ago

Really great seafood, easy to make reservations or walk in with a small group on the right evening. Cocktails were funky and fun - service was attentive but not invasive. Cozy atmosphere with dark lighting, food was stellar and coursed appropriately
Madison C - a month ago

I am so awful with names (and we had at least 3 cocktails each—which were to die for!) but our server was from Guatemala/Queens and absolutely amazing. Such good energy. We got the yellow tail carpaccio, the seafood tower with caviar added, and the waygu burger and salt and pepper fries!! All of it was beyond perfection. There is always one item I just don’t care for on a seafood tower but not this one!!! Thanks so much to the whole crew at The Dutch! Made our last full day in NYC unforgettable. This place was also super chill at 11am on a Saturday. I will say I am a Bloody Mary fanatic but I could leave this one—not bad, just shouldn’t be on any top bloody list of NYC. The gin drink with thyme though.. Love!!
Kristin Hardin - in the last week

I recently at this restaurant and wanted to share my experience. While the ambiance, service, and table were decent ( I need to add no music) , I found that the food did not justify the price. The sea bass dish, in particular, disappointed as the mussels were not appetizing, making it difficult for me to eat. Unfortunately, both my friend and I experienced gastrointestinal problems after having the seafood. Overall, a mixed and somewhat disappointing dining experience.
hoda rahimi - 4 months ago

We recently celebrated our post-elopement lunch at The Dutch - it was a phenomenal experience! After dining here a few times, we knew we wanted to incorporate the Dutch's amazing food and atmosphere as a part of our big day. Carla and the entire team went above and beyond to make our day feel special, including personalized printed menus, dedicated staff to serve our 12+ guests, custom cake, and a polaroid photo to capture the moment. I cannot recommend The Dutch enough. Thank you to all! We can't wait to be back. :)
Jess Barger - 3 months ago

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Searched RESY for a tapas restaurant and was plenary surprised when an Italian restaurant showed up. We did not have reservations and went at 5 on a Friday. We were seated with no issue, at this point it was basically empty. Within half an hour there wasn’t a seat in the place. We had the grilled octopus salad as well as the goat cheese and mango salad to start. Both were outstanding. For main courses we had the lobster risotto and the lamb shank. The lobster was cut into pieces like little prizes throughout the risotto. The bone on lamb shank over risotto was so tender it fell off the bone. We will absolutely be back, we loved this meal!
Vicky Bashant - 3 months ago

This place is amazing, it's a cozy area and has a wonderful staff. They treated us so well and made our day more special. The food was delicious, and also the drinks! My favorite food was the warm chocolate cake. Definitely a nice place to hang out with friends or have a first date.
Andreza Liberato - 4 months ago

I loved the cozy vibe of this spot! We came here around 10:30pm on a Friday night and were able to get a table right away without a reservation. Most of the people there were on dates or girls having girls night. I tried the chocolate soufflé and it was amazing! Highly recommend this place for date nights!
Martina Ruseva - a month ago

This place was fantastic! The service was exceptional and they walked us through the menu, the specials in detail, didn’t rush us to order and let us take our time. The burrata, Caesar salad, pesto pasta, mushroom truffle pasta were heavenly . Also wnjoyed the Chianti they had to offer, prices were also amazing, about &60 a person for a table of 4 - including tax tip 3 drinks a person , an appetizer per couple and 4 entrees…HUGE! Thank you!
Steven - 7 months ago

The food was good. But the service was better. Ask for Vinera, she’s the best, so courteous.
Manikandan Saravanakumar - 2 weeks ago

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Delicious food and a fun environment - came here with a large group during restaurant week and was not dissatisfied. The main entree with lamb stood out the most to me since it’s truly unique. The cocktails were also delicious and packed a punch, definitely worth its value. Would highly recommend and come back soon!
Andrew Dabydeen - 2 months ago

I went to this restaurant for some lunch and a couple of cocktails. When I arrived, I had to circle the block a few times to find parking. I found parking about 10 minutes away. I walked into a cute restaurant. I was sat by the manager and Luis was my server, and he was good. I ordered from the lunch menu, the pumpkin gnocchi, and the Nashville chicken sandwich. For my cocktails, I got the espresso martini, which was really good, and the lemon drop martini, which was ok. The food came out, and I enjoyed the gnocchi. It was different as far as flavor but good. The Nashville chicken sandwich was good, just a little sticky. I definitely had a good experience!
Des KF - 3 months ago

I really liked this spot a lot for brunch. The food looked beautiful and was tasty. They take reservations and have both indoor and outdoor seating. We had the market plate, the Turkish eggs, and the banana bread to share.
Joanie Axelbaum - 2 months ago

The service and the food were fresh and delicious. We sat outside which was nice but it’s a bit exposed to the public. There was also a table next to us with two kids running around and making toons of noise, which was okay but just a little distracting. Relaxing environment and very fresh food.
Olivia Leigh - 3 months ago

I am really sorry to give this place three stars but I might even give 1 if it's not for the service and atmosphere. It's an elegant place with attentive employees but the food! I really didn't like a thing I ate. Maybe a little Spinach Polenta. I like that they don't have a large menu so it's easy to choose but everything we ordered was too salty. We ordered Crispy spinach polenta, and foccacia ( what kind of foccacia is that? That very thick bread with some seasoning on top!), and also ordered herb and garlic grill chicken cutlet which was again so salty. It come with to sides crispy mushroom and quinoa salad. Which I didn't like too. Again I am very very sorry to make this review but I was so disappointed. Other than that its a nice place to hang out and have a drink.
Merve Karadag - 3 months ago

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Great atmosphere, food and drinks! I love coming here after work, bartenders are friendly and know how to make a good drink. After frequenting this place so much I brought my friend for her birthday and she had a great time. 😃
Melissa Duran - a year ago

I like that it was very dark and music was blasting. It was all young people having a good time having a couple of drinks to start the night. Would recommended if you like that type of music 🎵
Jerry 000 - a month ago

Quiet small bar. I wanted to pee and went in. had a beer and enjoyed a quiet Wednesday evening at this bar. Guinness is 10,5$
Alexei Naz - 2 months ago

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Recommended, I always look forward to catching up on my veggie consumption here! Brunch is very good as well. I like this spacious atmosphere and warmly lit vibe of this location. Service was friendly, attentive and prompt. Happy hour til 630p. The veggie plate is the highlight, though I wish all my selections were consistently freshly hot. So many choices to choose from, but we were still a bit hungry so we also split the turkey burger is also good, excellent fries. Enjoy!
Connie Kwok - 5 months ago

Clear recommendation for the area. Great French fries, great cocktails and neat interior. Nicely located near Hudson Yards and the Vessel. . . All my reviews are based on personal experience, my own preferences and price/value relation. Check out @carstenhoff on Instagram for travel, city and landscape photography
Carsten Hoff - a month ago

Treat yourself to some good old fashion, market vegetables, and a well-prepared piece of protein. I also indulged in a pozole soup because I’ve never had it before. It surpassed my expectations, especially with the crispy bits on top. Last, but not least if you have a sweet tooth, the carrot cake was recommended. While I have never had carrot cake in the past, this would be the place to try it in. I felt safe, seen, and heard here, thanks for the wonderful staff!
Emily Frenkel - 2 months ago

OMG! This gets a 10. All of the comforts. Comfort food! Hospitable staff! Cool vybe (the playlist was 🔥). Do enjoy the smoky Mac and cheese, it was rightfully cheesy. Don’t leave here without trying the truffle fries or one of the homemade desserts. Carrot cake and chocolate chip cookie are the 💣.
Trevor John - 2 months ago

Great lunch , delicious menu choices. We have been to few different locations and this one is our favorite so far. Today we had Crispy Fish Sandwich and Crispy Goat Cheese Salad plus took advantage of Margarita Mondays ( $9 each on Mondays) great deal , great lunch
Yanina Le Cristal - in the last week

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A huge bar located in the West Village, in NYC. We've been there went some friends to watch the Super Bowl. The place was very crowded, and the tables were shared. Even though, service was good enough - the good came quick and warm enough. The empanadas were delicious - we've tried the cheese ones. The sound was disappointing: we barely could hear the game. Anyway, a funny place to go!
Adelson Smania - a month ago

This place is a hidden gem of SoHo. No flashy entrance or gimmicks needed. This place has a huge indoor picnic-style seating. Great place for big groups to watch sports. It has a full bar with a simple food menu. Must try their empanadas and chicken wings. Alex, our bartender, was friendly and very helpful.
Don Frasco - 4 months ago

I was fortunate enough to have used this wonderful hall as my wedding venue. The food is top-notch. The servers were polite and attentive. Every aspect of our needs was taken care of by the coordinators. I endorse them wholeheartedly!
Tony Ruiz - 4 months ago

An ELITE place to come and watch a game. We came here to watch the USC vs Washington game in what was an absolute SHOOTOUT. They had 4 different college football games on 4 different projectors, fans of each watching the screen that their team is playing on. My big bro even started rooting for Michigan because he saw a couple cute girls in Michigan gear. "Wow, your offense looks good!... What year did y'all graduate tho??..." Next thing I know he's in the middle of their long picnic table making them all laugh smh. I just came to watch a game...... I love Houston Hall because there are tons of people but there is still AMPLE space, as its prior use was for horse stables and carriages. This amount of room is an absolute luxury in New York. It really reminds me of being in Texas watching a game. Shoutout to Texas Live one time. They have the big boy Steins of beer that will at least last you a full half, unless you're a BEAST! One of my other big bros was getting the medium sized beers though and we were on his head for it, he might be downgraded to lil cuzzo after this. USC ended up losing the shootout, and my boy Caleb Williams ended up crying in his Mom's arms in the stands and getting clowned for it. I feel him though. Sometimes you just need a good cry smh there's nothing wrong with a man being vulnerable. Thank you Houston Hall. I will see you next weekend when Oregon is gonna WHOOP us. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__
Johnny Novo - 5 months ago

One of the coolest places to hang for a pint of beer and some good bar bites. I’m pretty sure this place used to be an old FBI garage that was renovated into a drinking hall. We watched the USA vs ENG match for the World Cup here and the place was electric. They have a 2 massive projectors making it great for sports watching. The food is good too!
Taylor Snipes - a year ago

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Wonderful ambiance and delectable food! We arrived a bit ahead of our reservation time, and they graciously accommodated us at the bar, which turned out to be an ideal spot. We indulged in fresh oysters and delightful drinks. Unfortunately, we missed the happy hour specials, but we're definitely aiming for it next time. The oysters were exceptional - a definite must-have that we plan to enjoy again. Delicious! The service was commendable, and the atmosphere was inviting and cozy - perfect for a relaxed hangout. We're excited to return and explore more of their culinary offerings! The bartender added to the experience with his great sense of humor!
Volkan Haslak - a month ago

Had dinner here but tragically forgot to take pictures of everything, their tuna crudo was fine but not a must-order, their shaved kale salad however was fabulous and should not be missed. I remembered to photograph our mains- my father enjoyed the Thursday special of linguini and clams and my jumbo shrimp skewer with jalapeño cornbread was an absolute delight. The beachy interior is pretty fun and the counter seats were good for people-watching. There's also a large photograph of John and Jackie Kennedy hanging downstairs for some reason, that might be a sell, I don't know. Also, complementary chocolate pudding pots! Overall it's a neat spot, I'd recommend branching out menu-wise more than we did. The fish tacos and rolls we saw other people enjoying made us jealous. But it's a nice place, we had a good time.
Siena WD - in the last week

I love oysters and seafood and that’s the place to be especially for happy hour $1.50 a piece. We also got spinach and artichoke dip taste good very little size but guess it’s good for price just crackers they should go a little bit heavier just not enough even for that small portion. Special New England clam chowder it says min but I didn’t think it’s actually just a tablespoon. Server was very attentive and fast that’s always a plus.
Natalya Vershinina - 6 months ago

I came here for a double date on a Friday. The restaurant is in the NYU area, so excellent location. It’s very spacious and the atmosphere is great. We ordered the lobster Mac & cheese and fried calamari to start. I ordered the fried oysters and Old Bay fries for my meal, and 2 people got the lobster fra diavola for their main. The oysters were meh and the fries barely had any seasoning on them. Both of the people who got the fra diavola thought it was just ok and that it had way too much pasta in it. The lobster Mac & cheese was probably the highlight of the entire meal for me. It had a smoky flavor to it, which was nice, but like the rest of the meal, was otherwise not noteworthy. I also ordered a mezcal negroni and it was fine. Overall, I think this place is just OK, but the service is fantastic and the atmosphere is great. I’m not dying to come back.
Priscilla - 3 weeks ago

The service was phenomenal, if I could give that category a 6/5 I would. They were very friendly and catered to our dietary restrictions. The oysters and crab cake were very fresh and delicious. The dill flavour was something else. The lobster roll on the other hand - and the only reason why I’m not making this a 5 star review- was but not great, the portion of lobster was minimal, and the bread it was on was dry. The fries were too crunchy and didn’t seem fresh. Otherwise it was a descent meal, with great service.
Ali Charkeih - 7 months ago

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Cozy, dimly lit wine bar that is inviting. Prices for happy hour are very reasonable, a bottle of red wine costing $44. For nibbles we tried the goat and double cream cow cheese that came with a homemade apricot jam and spicy chutney - both which were very good. We sat at the bar in front of where they were prepping ingredients so got some marcona almonds and a spoonful of their delicious chocolate mousse. Would definitely come back.
Ellen - 3 months ago

This is a smaller wine bar that has a dark, cozy ambiance. The happy hour prices are good, but choices are minimal. Highly recommend the cheesy bread with honey butter, those were delicious. The HH red wine choice was also pretty good. It’s a nice place to stop in.
Briana - 3 months ago

Come at happy hour which is before 6PM (even on weekends). It’s mostly Wine and charcuterie and it’s all good. Atmosphere is quiet and intimate.
Shan Bhagat - 2 months ago

Great wines! Even better ambiance! Highly recommended for a date. This spot oozes romance and the noise level is just right. Will be back again for sure - it’s already on the “repeat” list!
Justin Hayworth - 10 months ago

Went here last night with some friends and sat at the bar. We had three to four separate servers and bartenders asking us every couple of minutes if we were going to order, when we were going to order, if we'd finished looking at the menu, etc. The woman working behind the bar was specifically rude, and we felt like we had committed a crime for not ordering food, and not ordering refills every five minutes. If we were taking ages to open the menu, maybe I'd understand, but we had barely sat down. For $18 a glass, I'd expect to at least be treated like an actual patron and not a burden that they're trying to rush out the door. Aside from this, the bar itself is cozy and the wine selection is great. Disappointed that a great spot like this is muddied with really subpar service.
Lauren Timmons - 4 months ago

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I eat here almost every day and the place is great. The wraps are amazing and the pasta station is top notch. The service is quick and accurate. If your in the neighborhood, for either breakfast or lunch then I absolutely recommend you give them a try. My recommendation is the California Wrap!
Ross Marullo - 5 years ago

I can't praise them enough. In almost four years , they have been consistently great with me . Delivery staff is friendly and prompt. The staff at the restaurant is amazing! Chef is amazing. Food always has great taste and flavor and they have lots of healthy options. They are family and I am grateful for them . Keep it up .
Vivian Cabrera - 5 years ago

The sandwiches and wraps are great. Always fresh and tasty. Hot cooked breakfast, lunch, and dinner options served daily. Their salad bar offers variety and customization. And they even have a juice/smoothie bar. The only bad thing about this place is that it's not open on weekends.
Joshua Montalvo - 4 years ago

Love the juice bar. Soup is decent. Breakfast may be better than lunch. Best home fried Ive had. All the food is pretty good. But the wait time and price are both a little higher/longer than ideal. Nonetheless, I come often for the quality and location.
Diana D - 6 years ago

Great spot if you're looking for a sandwich shop with a whole lot of options (paninis and pastas) but it's more functional than fresh and healthy. Their juices are very reasonably priced, just the overall vibe isn't my cup of tea. They have a few super food options and it's a large space stocked with lots of quick bites to chose from, but personally I appreciate very fresh options (& more gluten free friendly).
Alice Koerner - 8 years ago

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