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Where to eat in NoHo

ManhattanData as of September 30, 2026

41
Restaurants we track
34
Rated
enough discussion to score
5
Michelin-recognized
2
New in 180 days
first seen in our sources
We track 38% of the 108 licensed food establishments here.

Top picks in NoHo

Ranked by starved score, among places discussed in the last year.

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  1. 1
    Fish CheeksTop 1% in NYC
    thai · asian

    Vibrant and stylish Thai spot famous for its iconic steamed fish, addictive Zabb wings, and a creative, seafood-focused menu that feels like modern alchemy.

  2. 2
    EstelaTop 2% in NYC
    mediterranean · new american

    World-class, acid-forward New American small plates with a lively vibe and Michelin-starred pedigree. Casual, consistently excellent, and a go-to for solo dining at the bar.

  3. 3
    Bub's BakeryTop 4% in NYC
    bakery · american

    Pioneering NYC's first entirely allergen-free bakery, serving expertly crafted, buttery, and gluten-free pastries that defy expectations.

  4. 4
    BallatoTop 6% in NYC
    italian · italian-american

    An iconic, old-school Italian red sauce joint with vintage romantic charm and a celebrity following. Known for hearty portions, but be prepared for long lines and a no-reservation policy.

  5. 5
    C As In CharlieTop 7% in NYC
    korean · southern

    Uniquely creative Korean-Southern fusion tapas in a cozy, intimate NYC setting. Known for bold flavors, playful atmosphere, and must-try signature steak.

  6. 6
    Yoshino New YorkTop 8% in NYC
    japanese

    Elite, high-end omakase blending Japanese precision with French-inspired flair. Expect a theater-like 20-course tasting menu that ranks among the city's absolute best.

  7. 7
    LafayetteTop 8% in NYC
    french · american

    Buzzy NoHo brasserie serving elevated French classics, exceptional pastries, and bakery treats in a stunning, historic setting.

  8. 8
    Raf'sTop 12% in NYC
    italian · french

    Classic Euro-bistro charm with must-try house-made breads and wood-fired mains. A polished, glowy Noho favorite for fusion-forward dining.

  9. 9
    The Donut PubTop 17% in NYC
    american · bakery

    An underrated Manhattan gem serving exceptional classic donuts, cookies, and late-night treats without the long lines.

  10. 10
    Il BucoTop 24% in NYC
    italian

    Rustic, atmospheric NoHo icon housed in a former antique store. Renowned for a massive Italian wine cellar and cozy, film-set vibes.

Buzzing now

Most distinct posts about each place in the last 90 days.

25 Reddit threads · 1 Instagram posts · 1 articles

Vibrant and stylish Thai spot famous for its iconic steamed fish, addictive Zabb wings, and a creative, seafood-focused menu that feels like modern alchemy.

thai 182asian 8seafood 5

223 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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12 Reddit threads

World-class, acid-forward New American small plates with a lively vibe and Michelin-starred pedigree. Casual, consistently excellent, and a go-to for solo dining at the bar.

mediterranean 4new american 3modern american 3

71 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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Achievements

1 Michelin Star
NYT Top 100
8 Reddit threads · 4 Instagram posts

Pioneering NYC's first entirely allergen-free bakery, serving expertly crafted, buttery, and gluten-free pastries that defy expectations.

bakery 7american 4

35 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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8 Reddit threads · 1 Instagram posts · 2 articles

Rustic, atmospheric NoHo icon housed in a former antique store. Renowned for a massive Italian wine cellar and cozy, film-set vibes.

italian 16

15 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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7 Reddit threads · 3 Instagram posts

An iconic, old-school Italian red sauce joint with vintage romantic charm and a celebrity following. Known for hearty portions, but be prepared for long lines and a no-reservation policy.

italian 28italian-american 2

37 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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4 Reddit threads · 4 Instagram posts · 1 articles

Uniquely creative Korean-Southern fusion tapas in a cozy, intimate NYC setting. Known for bold flavors, playful atmosphere, and must-try signature steak.

korean 9southern 3american 2

22 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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Achievements

Michelin Bib Gourmand
5 Reddit threads · 2 Instagram posts · 1 articles

Classic Euro-bistro charm with must-try house-made breads and wood-fired mains. A polished, glowy Noho favorite for fusion-forward dining.

italian 5french 4european 2

26 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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7 Reddit threads

An underrated Manhattan gem serving exceptional classic donuts, cookies, and late-night treats without the long lines.

american 18bakery 4

63 References (Very Positive)

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Pioneering NYC's first entirely allergen-free bakery, serving expertly crafted, buttery, and gluten-free pastries that defy expectations.

bakery 7american 4

35 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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World-class, acid-forward New American small plates with a lively vibe and Michelin-starred pedigree. Casual, consistently excellent, and a go-to for solo dining at the bar.

mediterranean 4new american 3modern american 3

71 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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Achievements

1 Michelin Star
NYT Top 100

An underrated Manhattan gem serving exceptional classic donuts, cookies, and late-night treats without the long lines.

american 18bakery 4

63 References (Very Positive)

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What's new

First appeared in our sources in the last 180 days. That's when people started talking about a place, not necessarily when it opened.

First mentioned Apr 8, 2026 · 1 posts this month

A creative nut butter coffee bar known for nostalgic, peanut-butter-infused lattes and delicious treats. The perfect stop for trendsetters seeking unique, flavor-forward caffeine fixes.

cafe 2

12 References (Very Positive)

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First mentioned Apr 24, 2026

Vibrant Thai street food served in a nostalgic, cinema-themed setting. Expertly crafted noodle dishes and refreshing, innovative mocktails.

thai 9thai street food 2

11 References (Overwhelmingly Positive)

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Critics & awards

Michelin Guide 2025

NYT 100 Best 2026

NoHo by the numbers

Each stat is quotable as written. Ranks are among the 37 neighborhoods with a dashboard. How we count

starved.io tracks 41 of the 108 licensed food establishments in NoHo (38%).

4th of 37n = 41 of 108 licensed food establishments (NYC DOHMH)Method

NoHo has 1,588 licensed food establishments per square mile, 6th of 37 ranked neighborhoods.

6th of 37n = 108 of 0.068 square milesMethod

5 restaurants in NoHo hold a 2025 Michelin star, Bib Gourmand or Green Star, tied for 10th of 37 ranked neighborhoods.

T-10th of 37Method

356 r/FoodNYC threads mentioned a NoHo restaurant in the past year, 20th of 37 ranked neighborhoods.

20th of 37Sep 30, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026Method

NoHo restaurants appeared in 19 articles from outlets including Resy, The Infatuation and Grub Street in the past year, tied for 27th of 37 ranked neighborhoods.

T-27th of 37Sep 30, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026Method

52 Instagram food creators posted about NoHo restaurants in the past year, tied for 18th of 37 ranked neighborhoods.

T-18th of 37Sep 30, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026Method

7 of NoHo's 34 rated restaurants rank in starved.io's citywide top 10%, versus 10% expected.

n = 7 of 34 rated restaurantsMethod

The typical rated restaurant in NoHo scores at the 63rd percentile of starved.io's citywide ranking.

34 rated restaurantsMethod

Japanese restaurants make up 20% of NoHo's restaurants, 2.0× the citywide share (10%).

n = 7 of 35 profiled restaurants with a cuisine tagMethod

Fish Cheeks was NoHo's most-discussed restaurant on r/FoodNYC in the past year (96 threads).

Sep 30, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026Method

2 restaurants in NoHo first appeared in our sources in the last 180 days.

Apr 3, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026Method

Cuisine mix vs. NYC

Share of tracked restaurants by primary cuisine, NoHo (n = 35) vs all NYC (n = 4186)
CuisineNoHoAll NYC
American
23%
22%
Japanese
20%
10%
Italian
17%
16%
Thai
5.7%
2.8%
Mexican
5.7%
4.3%
Australian
5.7%
0.3%
Share of tracked restaurants by main cuisine: 35 here, 4,186 citywide. Method

Reddit discussion by month

Distinct r/FoodNYC threads about NoHo restaurants, Sep 1, 2025 – Aug 31, 2026.

Show as table
MonthThreadsShare index
Sep '25290.85×
Oct '25340.91×
Nov '25260.88×
Dec '25190.79×
Jan '26260.99×
Feb '26200.81×
Mar '26250.85×
Apr '26341.01×
May '26491.37×
Jun '26281.00×
Jul '26471.55×
Aug '26280.98×

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