Rao's is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

1. Rao's

8.2
455 E 114th St (at Pleasant Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · East Harlem · 34 tips and reviews

Simon & SchusterSimon & Schuster: To see what Wall Streeters and mobsters have in common, go to Rao’s. The food explodes with flavor, especially the lemon chicken and pasta dishes, says Suzanne Corso, author of Brooklyn Story. Read more.

Katie F.Katie Flynn: Get the calamari, the meatballs, and the lemon chicken.

Doug S.Doug S: baked clams, puttanesca, lemon pepper chicken, coffee ice cream. boom!

Pepe Rosso is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

2. Pepe Rosso

8.2
168 Sullivan St (W Houston St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 141 tips and reviews

Scott S.Scott Snyder: The "lemon chicken with spinach" doesn't come with pasta -__- but I'm a Marylander so ignore this.

Sam H.Sam Hardenburgh: Lemon chicken

Bre T.Bre Tempesta: Perfect for a quick meal! The patio was open tonight for a perfect summer meal. Got the lemon chicken with spinach — yum!

Sunny & Annie Gourmet Deli is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

3. Sunny & Annie Gourmet Deli

9.2
94 Avenue B (at E 6th St), New York, NY
Deli · Alphabet City · 181 tips and reviews

naveennaveen: joe-bama: lemon chicken, pepperoni, mozz, nuts, basil, spaghetti sauce mmmm

Aariel D.Aariel D’Cruz: All time favorite place for amazing and authentic food. Delicious sandwiches has been served. Lemon chicken and chicken wrap are super tasty. Great values. Very spacious area. Ideal for family meals.

Bradley K.Bradley Kay: Less-heralded gem of alphabet city: a bodega with a really excellent selection of snacks and drinks (lots of Asian and rarer American choices) plus the best fresh-made sandwiches

Empire Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

4. Empire Diner

8.1
210 10th Ave (btwn 22nd St & 23rd St), New York, NY
Diner · Chelsea · 127 tips and reviews

Emily Punkimeowmeow d.Emily Punkimeowmeow del Castillo: 👍everything on this menu is delicious! Try the Pork on Pork or the Lemon Chicken. The Skirt Wing appetizer was a yummy surprise. I'll definitely come back.

Natasha M.Natasha Morini: The lemon chicken is so tender and just enough lemon that is wasn't over powering. Staff is very friendly! Don't forget to try to sorbet!

Bjorn d.Bjorn de Carro: Lemon chicken

Gran Morsi is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

5. Gran Morsi

7.8
22 Warren St (Church St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Tribeca · 25 tips and reviews

Lillian C.Lillian Cheung: The lemon linguini and lemon chicken were great

EaterEater: Named for the Italian word for bites, recently opened Morsi serves "bites" of sweet potato gnocchi with braised rabbit & chestnut gremolata, duck parmigiana, and lobster fra diavolo parmigiana. Read more.

Savannah P.Savannah Petrick: the amatriciana is not very flavorful. if anything, it's on the sweet side.

DIG is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

6. DIG

8.1
80 Pine St (at Pearl St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Financial District · 86 tips and reviews

Harlem’s H.Harlem’s Hungry: Love the Brussels at this location. They had a beautiful char and a nice crunch. The lemon chicken was moist and flavorful. Definitely will return.

ZocDocZocDoc: ZocStars love this healthy hotspot! The food is insanely healthy and delicious, and everyone raves about the spicy meatballs!

FreezeCrowdFreezeCrowd: Excellent selection of vegetable options with large windows in a laid back and fun atmosphere.

Kiki's is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

7. Kiki's

9.2
130 Division St (btwn Orchard & Ludlow St), New York, NY
Greek Restaurant · Chinatown · 212 tips and reviews

Alex P.Alex Protopapas: Loukaniko, lemon chicken, octopus, horiatiki

Escape C.Escape Cardona: This place is a gem. Dim lighting, the decor and music sets an awesome lively vibe that makes you forget you're in NYC. Try the zuccini chips, greek salad, the spanakopita , grilled octopus . So good.

Naz C.Naz Colakoglu: Hidden Gem! Real yummy greek restaurant. By far the best in east side and could easily compete with Kyklades and Pylos. Things to order: octopus, spicy cheese, mousakka , salad #yum

Tartine is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

8. Tartine

8.4
253 W 11th St (W. 4th), New York, NY
French Restaurant · West Village · 224 tips and reviews

Ray O.Ray Oliver: Try the mussels and lemon chicken! Skip the dacquoise!

TaniaTania: Uber romantic, BYOB any kind of liquor and everything on the menu is great. Top restaurants in NY. No reservations taken. p.s. i worked here and i still love to go.

Phoenix 💥💥💥Phoenix 💥💥💥: This place is BYOB

Hop Kee is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

9. Hop Kee

7.5
21 Mott St (at Mosco St), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · Chinatown · 136 tips and reviews

Kristine C.Kristine C. Alexandersson: The lemon chicken is surprisingly delicious!

Charles T.Charles Tabangcora: Best food in Chinatown. Get the Lemon chicken.

Sarene L.Sarene Leeds Petrovitch: Favorite dish is always the scallops and snow peas. Fresh, crunchy green snow peas and savory scallops. Best, real-deal Chinese food in Chinatown.

Evelyn's Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

10. Evelyn's Kitchen

8.5
2317 1st Ave (b/t E 118th St & E 119th St)), New York, NY
Bakery · East Harlem · 20 tips and reviews

Denitria L.Denitria Lewis: Ayala's shop is full of dangerously delicious surprises. I am always pleased and take an extra treat for myself or a friend. The aljafores are amaze! Blondies have more fun!

Harlem A.Harlem Ambassador: This caterer has created a must stop en route to East River Plaza. Blondies are like crack and Mexican cocoa is kick @$$. Where else can you get an alternative to the cuchifritos options around here?

Jamal J.Jamal Jimoh: eat everything.

Hudson Clearwater is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

11. Hudson Clearwater

9.1
447 Hudson St (at Morton St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · West Village · 198 tips and reviews

Fritsy B.Fritsy B: Get the lemon chicken.sandwich :)

Cathy L.Cathy Li: Get the duck breast! Juicy on inside, crispy on outside. Best duck I've had!

kate spade new yorkkate spade new york: try the hc pimm's. the watermelon is perfectly refreshing! cheers

Joanne Trattoria is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

12. Joanne Trattoria

7.6
70 W 68th St (at Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Lincoln Square · 64 tips and reviews

Aurora H.Aurora Hernandez: Have a glass of the Montepulciano (divine) and the baked lemon chicken.

Jalina B.Jalina Beck: The lemon chicken was delicious. Also try the mac and cheese. Stuffed mushrooms. Red velvet cake for dessert!

Anthony S.Anthony S.: Try the Chef Art's Wood Oven Baked Focaccia - There's something special about freshly baked bread!

Quality Italian is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

13. Quality Italian

8.7
57 W 57th St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Midtown East · 196 tips and reviews

Megan J.Megan Johnson: Delicious: yellow tail app, sunchokes side, kale carbonara side, lemon chicken main. Chicken Parm a little overblown.

ᴡ M.ᴡ M: Best Italian cuisine in NYC.. steaks are amazingly yummy.. salads are fresh ( go with Caesar salad you won't regret it) desserts are delicious.. service is out standing. Love this place.

Ricky G.Ricky Gilbert: Wow - if you like QualityMeats you will like QI. Chicken parm is enormous but you already know this. Over order apps (including their chopped salad and eggplant) and sides (Corn Brûlée and Macaroni).

DIG is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

14. DIG

7.7
150 E 52nd St (Between Lexington & 3rd Ave.), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 57 tips and reviews

J R.J Ro: lemon chicken is full of flavor! kale, beets and radish sides are yum

ZocDocZocDoc: ZocStars love this healthy hotspot! The food is insanely healthy and delicious, and everyone raves about the spicy meatballs! Get the Brussel sprouts if you can!

Christie G.Christie Griffin: This place is basically a hot guy parade at lunchtime. Lol.

Persepolis is one of The 15 Best Places for Lemon Chicken in New York City.

15. Persepolis

7.5
1407 2nd Ave (at E 73rd St), New York, NY
Middle Eastern Restaurant · Upper East Side · 36 tips and reviews

CarrieCarrie: Lemon chicken was quite good

Allison K.Allison Kim: Sour cherry rice is relish! Try the chicken pomegranate stew and the lamb shank for entrees! Bakalava is to die for.

Rahmin P.Rahmin Pavlovic: Ask for tahdig (sounds more like ta'dik). Not on the menu, bit they serve it. Delicious!