Looking for carnivore-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are The Cabin, Katz's Delicatessen and Yopparai, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry carnivore-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Lower East Side restaurants with carnivore options. Highly rated spots with authentic carnivore menu items.
Lower East Side's Premier Carnivore Destinations
The Lower East Side remains a premier destination for meat lovers, boasting a rich tapestry of flavors that range from the legendary pastrami at Katz's Delicatessen to the bold Indian spices of Dhamaka. This collection showcases the neighborhood's incredible diversity, offering everything from comforting Italian classics at Il Posto Accanto and savory Japanese bowls at Ivan Ramen to vibrant Filipino and Vietnamese specialties. Whether you are craving a sophisticated Mediterranean evening or a hearty American feast, these top-tier spots ensure every carnivore finds a satisfying seat at the table.
30 restaurants in Best Lower East Side Restaurants with Carnivore Options | Top Rated
- The Cabin · rated 4.7/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Katz's Delicatessen · rated 4.5/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Yopparai · rated 4.5/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Supper · rated 4.4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Barrio Chino · rated 4.3/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Cibao Restaurant · rated 4.2/5: 15 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- Russ & Daughters · rated 4/5: 15 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Ten Bells · rated 4/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Wu's Wonton King: 8 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Nakamura: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Caffè Vita: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Asian Taste: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Mughlai Indian Cuisine: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Supper: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Minca: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Orchard Grocer · rated 5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Bibi Wine Bar · rated 5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Uncle Sam's Pizza · rated 4.9/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Italian.
- Ivan Ramen · rated 4.7/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Kalye · rated 4.7/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Ramen Ishida · rated 4.6/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Il Posto Accanto · rated 4.6/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Italian.
- V-Nam Cafe · rated 4.6/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Vietnamese.
- Dhamaka · rated 4.5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Indian.
- Casa Adela · rated 4.5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Spanish.
- Trapizzino · rated 4.5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Italian.
- Kisa · rated 4.5/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Dudleys · rated 4.4/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Saluggi's East · rated 4.4/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Italian.
- Wildair · rated 4.4/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
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.
