Looking for paleo-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Joe's Pizza, Bar Jamón and Schmackary's, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry paleo-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Discover affordable restaurants in Union Square with paleo options. Budget-friendly paleo dining.
Union Square's Affordable Paleo Destinations
Union Square offers a vibrant landscape for health-conscious diners looking to enjoy satisfying, grain-free meals without breaking the bank. This curated collection showcases the neighborhood's culinary versatility, featuring everything from the bold spices of Malii Gramercy and Maya Mezcal to the classic, protein-forward comfort found at White Oak Tavern and The Wren. Whether you are craving Spanish small plates at Bar Jamón or authentic flavors from J's Kitchen New York and Naks, these accessible spots prove that maintaining a paleo lifestyle in the heart of the city is both delicious and budget-friendly.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Paleo Restaurants in Union Square | Affordable & Paleo
- Joe's Pizza · rated 5/5: 8 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Bar Jamón · rated 5/5: 18 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- Schmackary's · rated 5/5: 9 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Wren · rated 5/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Malii Gramercy · rated 5/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Naks · rated 5/5: 5 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Long Island Dumplings · rated 5/5: 5 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- J's Kitchen New York · rated 5/5: 4 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- White Oak Tavern · rated 5/5: 4 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Noona's · rated 5/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Saperavi · rated 4.9/5: 20 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Fortuna · rated 4.9/5: 8 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Diner 24 · rated 4.8/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Çka ka Qellue · rated 4.8/5: 10 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Naks · rated 4.8/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Sushi Dairo · rated 4.8/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Soothr · rated 4.7/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Barbounia · rated 4.7/5: 4 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- LOULOU · rated 4.7/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Yum Cha · rated 4.7/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Oceans · rated 4.7/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Olympia Pita · rated 4.7/5: 5 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Veselka · rated 4.6/5: 4 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Ukrainian.
- Pommes Frites · rated 4.6/5: 8 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Planta · rated 4.6/5: 15 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Boqueria Spanish Tapas · rated 4.6/5: 12 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- BaoDega · rated 4.6/5: 31 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Strip House · rated 4.6/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Loring Place · rated 4.6/5: 8 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tabetomo · rated 4.6/5: 21 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
