Burger Joint is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

1. Burger Joint

8.4
119 W 56th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Theater District · 782 tips and reviews

Gail G.Gail G: When I found this place I cracked up. It was a pleasant surprise and I would love to bring a friend to this hidden treasure next time. The food is yummy but kinda pricey considering the divey feel

Ricky S.Ricky Sherrill: I love this place....,a hidden gem neatly tucked within the lobby of a 5 Star Hotel. 👍

Marc M.Marc Mayer: You really gotta follow your nose to find this awesome hidden spot. Once you're there, rehearse your order in your head. Ordering will be stressful, but well worth not going to the end of the line.

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

2. Kiki's

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

Sarah M.Sarah Maguire: Such a cute hidden gem with a super friendly staff! Really enjoyed the grilled octopus, cold eggplant dish, lamb chops and the saganaki!

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

Kate F.Kate Furman: Hidden gem in Chinatown, best Greek food for great value. No reservations, come early or expect a long wait.

Té Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

3. Té Company

9.4
163 W 10th St (btwn 7th Ave S & Waverly Pl), New York, NY
Tea Room · West Village · 50 tips and reviews

Emily W.Emily Wilson: The food here is truly exceptional. Everything stands out, from the potato tortilla to the salads, meats, and bread... Whatever you decide, do not miss the chocolate cake. A true hidden gem.

Roniel T.Roniel Tessler: I think I just found my happy place. A calming hidden gem with delicious teas and special dishes. This is an oasis in the city.

IleanaIleana: Hidden gem for reals--don't want anyone else to find it... pineapple Linder tart is beyond.

Lee Lee's Baked Goods is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

4. Lee Lee's Baked Goods

8.1
283 W 118th St (East of 8th Ave), New York, NY
Bakery · Central Harlem · 26 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A hidden gem in Harlem that might have the best Rugleach in all of the five boroughs. It’s worth the trip to enjoy the flaky and slightly crunch delight filled with raisins and cinnamon.

SujySujy: When I say fresh I mean it was baked just a few minutes ago. Neighbors smell the goodness and buy immediately. High demand and low supply for this award winning pop shop. A hidden gem in Harlem.

Sabeena P.Sabeena Prescod: Just try the rugelach, all the rugelach. The cakes and other desserts are great, but the rugelach are unbelievable and make this spot a hidden gem!

El Sabroso is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

5. El Sabroso

7.6
265 W 37th St (at 8th Ave), New York, NY
Latin American Restaurant · Garment District · 30 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Completely hidden gem is tucked away in a freight elevator entrance. Get here early for lunch (his food sells out fast) and enjoy stewed chicken, beef stew or goat.

David R.David Roa: How have I never come here before?! Very hidden gem with incredible delicious food. Can't go wrong with anything

Gabriel H.Gabriel Hayes: One of the best hidden gems in New York City. Best food you will have in the loading bay of a freight elevator.

Up Thai is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

6. Up Thai

9.2
1411 2nd Ave (btwn E 73rd St & E 74th St), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Upper East Side · 172 tips and reviews

Gabriel A.Gabriel Anderson: OMG! My new favorite neighborhood spot! Hidden gem. The reviews are all right... clay pot and Pad Thai. So flavorful. Food is amazing, and the spot is unsuspecting. Amazing!

Anna M.Anna MO: Nice exotic atmosphere and great food. Avocado and Mango salad is amazing. A great hidden spot on 2nd Ave.

Johnny O.Johnny Ochoa: Great atmosphere and delicious food!! A hidden gem in the city

Pisticci Ristorante is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

7. Pisticci Ristorante

9.1
125 La Salle St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Harlem · 147 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: This hidden gem in Harlem has an intimate atmosphere, perfect for a date night. We recommend the fig salad and the lamb ragout.

Jesse B.Jesse Bagels: Nice little hidden spot off Broadway with quality Italian fare. Menu is rather small but the dishes aren't too over the top so you'll enjoy whatever you get.

Melissa R.Melissa Reyes: Hidden Gem. Food is so mind blowing! Had the Fettuccine special w/seafood, along w/the grapefruit martini w/ Gin & I've never finished a plate the way I did! Service, food, and price - 5 stars!

Café Select is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

8. Café Select

8.3
212 Lafayette St (at Kenmare St), New York, NY
Swiss Restaurant · SoHo · 262 tips and reviews

JewelMintJewelMint: Enjoy a delish late dinner and then head back to the secret room through the kitchen after 11p!

GNTLMNGNTLMN: No wifi, BUT best staff, best food, and GREAT foot back to back meetings. Try the Salmon Rösti. Secret bar in back of the kitchen on some nights.

GrouperGrouper: Ask the hostess to be seated in the back. You'll have to go through the kitchen, but the secret room is super cozy and has delicious drinks!

Secchu Yokota is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

9. Secchu Yokota

9.2
199 E 3rd St (at Ave B), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Alphabet City · 13 tips and reviews

Eva C.Eva Coblenzer: one of my favorite places in the city, a hidden gem!

Ben M.Ben Mackey: This place is a hidden jem. Omakase tempura is the star here. It is so perfectly prepared and served. Chef Nicholas and the rest of the staff were extremely friendly. An amazing experience.

Alyssa B.Alyssa B.: Delicious tempura omakase! The food, intimate atmosphere (just 6 seatings) and the amazing staff make it an amazing unforgettable experience.

Crif Dogs is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

10. Crif Dogs

8.2
113 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 1st & Ave A), New York, NY
Hot Dog Joint · East Village · 472 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Everyone knows about the great hot dogs here (especially the deep fried dog), but walking through the phone booth is a little hidden gem we love.

Michael L.Michael Luckenbill: Has a hidden bar called PDT (Please Don't Tell) and you want to get the Manhatten from the bartender.

Brad G.Brad Graham: Jon-Jon Deragon. Small tots. (2 locations/truck) Then Tony & David Chang enter the hidden entrance to Please Dont Tell bar located next door for a few drinks and more dogs: Momofuku dog. Wiley dog.

Sushi You is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

11. Sushi You

8.0
246 E 51st St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 27 tips and reviews

Stacey B.Stacey Brecher: Such fresh delicious sushi here! I feel like its a hidden gem so don't tell too many people.

Jardin A.Jardin Anderson: A hidden gem! Easy to miss, walk down the stairs. Sashimi is so fresh and as the place is so small and cosy the service is great. Go the tuna - you won't be disappointed.

Ashley E.Ashley Edery: Hidden gem. Please don't go so that I can always get a seat at the sushi bar.

Voyager Espresso is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

12. Voyager Espresso

8.7
110 William St (btwn John & Fulton St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Financial District · 62 tips and reviews

Coffee 'N ClothesCoffee 'N Clothes: Hidden gem. Check it out if you're downtown.

Tim L.Tim Lee: Hidden gem - arguably the best coffee in Fidi. Can never go wrong with the brewer coffee.

Kim B.Kim B.: Housemade almond macadamia milk is super delicious!

Armani/Ristorante 5th Avenue is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

13. Armani/Ristorante 5th Avenue

7.8
717 5Th Avenue (at E 56th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Midtown East · 45 tips and reviews

Laura P.Laura Pilcher: This place is a hidden gem! Great service and food is delicious. Heirloom tomato salad is huge and they make it a meal with bread. Good wine list - go for a bottle rather than by the glass!

Douglas EllimanDouglas Elliman: A hidden gem. This chic Italian restaurant is modern yet cozy. We love the food, the cocktails, the service and the location. You must go and try the Pumpkin Gnocchi. It is out of this world!!!!

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ℳ𝒶𝓎♍: A hidden restaurant on the 3rd floor of the Armani store. It's definitely beautiful & elegant and you get a nice view of Fifth Ave. Real Italian cuisine, Armani Ristorante never stops to amaze me

Takahachi is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

14. Takahachi

9.0
145 Duane St (btwn W Broadway & Church St), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Tribeca · 80 tips and reviews

OliviaOlivia: Hidden gem in TriBeCa. Best sushi in the city. Rolls are so big and fresh.

Sarah S.Sarah S.: Hidden gem in TriBeCa! The prices are incredibly reasonable- definitely a good place to gorge on sushi! Rainbow Maki is my favourite

Azhar B.Azhar Bay: Everything was tasty, we tried eel, sushi with salmon and avocado, salmon sashimi and grilled salmon with rice! 😍 I will come back again!

Chez Nick is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in New York City.

15. Chez Nick

8.9
1737 York Ave (E 91st St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Yorkville · 3 tips and reviews

Erin N.Erin Neil: A hidden gem. Their brunch is fantastic.

Rob H.Rob Heller: Octopus and branzino are spectacular

John M.John M: The burger is fantastic.