Chelsea serves more than the arts in the heart of the Big Apple. If you want to explore the neighborhood, there are plenty of eateries to serve you.
The Chelsea NYC restaurants ensure patrons have something different than their usual diet. Be it Italian delicacies at Le Zie or seafood from Hav & Ma, there is something for all.
Celebrity Chef Luis Bollo opened an exciting restaurant right here in West Manhattan in 2010. He serves award-winning new Spanish cuisine with over a decade of experience.
Salinas Restaurant has since won multiple accolades, including a 2-star rating by the New York Times. It is open Tuesday through Saturday. They have a fireplace to keep the patrons warm during winter.
Where: 136 9th Avenue
Founded in 1930, this is the oldest-running eatery serving the flavors and culinary cultures from the heart of Spain.
The menu focuses on must-eat food items inspired by the cuisines of Catalunya, Basque Country, and Valencia. The large-portioned paella is the crowd favorite.
Where: 226 W 23rd Street
Bocca di Bacco serves authentic Italian dishes with modern NYC twists using farm-to-table ingredients for ages.
Unlike other rustic Chelsea NYC Italian restaurants, Bocca boasts a chic and contemporary ambiance, making it a great choice for a special occasion or a trendy night out. It also features a carefully curated Italian and international wine list, perfect for pairing with your meal.
Where: 168 9th Avenue
It has been a favorite meeting place for the Chelse neighborhood for any special gatherings.
Le Zie hosts a traditional Venetian menu featuring seasonal specials, and a large and assorted wine list comprising over 200 labels from every Italian region. Popular dishes include appetizers from Venice, Spaghetti with Meatballs, and the favorite Branzino.
Where: 172 7th Ave between 20th, W 21st St
This restaurant has a killer brunch menu with dishes like croque madames and ricotta pancakes. It's high time you begin your day fresh with some French breakfast here.
Everything is made with fresh, seasonal ingredients and bursts with flavor. Who knows, Cafe Chelsea adds to your favorite list!
Where: 218 W 23rd Street
Shukette is known for its modern take on Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food, with fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. It's all about a vibe of music, an open kitchen, and colorful plates.
The open kitchen adds to the energy, and the shared plate style encourages a fun, social dining experience.
Where: 230 9th Avenue
Whether you're craving cozy comfort food or a trendy hangout, Elmo could be a great pick for your next Chelsea dining adventure. They offer classic American dishes with a twist.
Regarding the popular dishes, they have must-eat NYC food, including juicy burgers in Elmo style, creamy mac and cheese, and crispy calamari.
Where: 156 7th Avenue
It is a Michelin-starred seafood restaurant beloved by locals and tourists alike.
They are known for delivering exceptional service and a seasonal menu with full advantage of the remarkably fresh and varied offerings.
Where: 75 9th Avenue
Worthwild in West Manhattan provides a vibrant atmosphere, crave-worthy American cuisine, and a touch of neighborhood charm.
From small plates like Steak Tartare and Burrata to large like Stripped Bass and Lamb Sirloin, you can't go wrong with an order.
Where: 156 9th Avenue
Hidden Leaf isn't your typical sushi joint. It combines traditional Japanese cuisine with modern California influences, offering dishes like grilled salmon and tempura cauliflower with spicy miso.
They also have cozy and intimate booths that are in contrast to its pretty interior. You can have a stylish and a little cool vibe despite its concrete mall surroundings.
Where: 75 Manhattan West Plaza Suite B
Zou Zou's has been part of the Chelsea dining community for around 25 years. This restaurant offers technique-driven Middle Eastern dishes with French flair.
Their menu here is also inspired by a strong connection to New York City and the joy of dining together. You can have a star power lunch, and dinner theater, including several diverse options to feed your tummy.
Where: 385 9th Avenue Suite 85
This great restaurant serves Greek American cuisine with a cozy, intimate, and romantic build-out. It provides a beautiful bar to meet friends, enjoy a meal, and just relax.
You can also enjoy colorful cuisine, artful cocktails and drinks, and variety of beer, bounty of wines, attentive service, tasteful music, and beautiful decor.
Where: 315 10th Avenue
Hav & Mar is all about fresh, seasonal seafood prepared with a global twist.
They also have some fantastic meat and veg options for non-seafood fans. It also holds two stars from The New York Times. That's just one of the tones of accolades they have named theirs!
Where: 245 11th Avenue
This eatery uses fresh and seasonally inspired ingredients to create a new Mediterranean street food.
They have plenty of veggie-centric delights like roasted cauliflower and grilled artichokes, alongside meaty goodness like lamb chops and steak. You can customize your pita with different toppings and sauces.
Where: 435 W 15th Street
LOULOU offers a lunch and dinner prix fixe menu, including a starter, main course, and dessert options.
This restaurant serves French classics for lunch, brunch, and dinner. They also features an extensive cocktail menu with creative and classic cocktail options and lively atmosphere with music nightly.
Where: 176 8th Avenue
It is West Chelsea's destination for Luzzo's Napolitan-style dining. You can look over the enoteca selection of Italian wines, and high-scale spirits and beers to keep your taste buds craving.
They offer homemade and authentic pizza and panini's crafter with the owner and master pizzaiolo.
Where: 513 W 27th Street
The name of this restaurant means pure noodle and is also the name of Executive Chef Jun Park.
Located in Chelsea, this bar offers ramen lovers a charming dining experience perfect for any special occasion or casual get-together. Also, it offers unique flavors completed through high quality ingredients and attention.
Where: 249 9th Avenue
Be it Cantonese dim sum or the flavors from Hong Kong, Hey Yuet has them all. Even discerning palates would find something to treat themselves here.
Dim sum is a meal of small dishes served with tea comprised of a collection of savory and sweet tastes from steamed and fried buns, dumplings, and rolls.
Where: 251 W 26th Street
This authentic Indian eatery offers a wide selection of all types of Indian cuisine from south to north. Lamb curry, rice and curry, chicken tikka, fluffy naan.
You can get the best in Indian culinary tradition, the rich, intricate dishes combined with a flair for improvisation and delicious savory taste by their Chef.
Where: 205 W 29th Street
The oldest-running restaurant and bar has served fine food and good spirits in the neighborhood since 1936.
This Irish establishment has been renovated multiple times, yet the flavors they serve remain the same. Expect excellent burger choices and good beer at reasonable prices.
Where: 152 7th Avenue
