Looking for high-protein-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are The Three Monkeys, Noi Due Carne and Emmy Squared, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry high-protein-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 24 cheap dining experiences
Discover cheap restaurants in Lincoln Square with high protein options. Budget-friendly high protein dining.
Lincoln Square's Cheap High Protein Destinations
Lincoln Square offers a wealth of nutritious, budget-friendly options for diners looking to fuel up with high-protein meals without breaking the bank. This collection features a diverse array of global flavors, ranging from hearty Italian staples at Rosetta and authentic Mexican bites at Burrito Box to fresh Japanese fare at Raku It’s Japanese II. Whether you are grabbing a quick Chinese dish from Beijing or enjoying American classics at Pier i Cafe, these local favorites provide satisfying and accessible dining experiences for every palate.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap High Protein Restaurants in Lincoln Square | Cheap & High Protein
- The Three Monkeys · rated 5/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Noi Due Carne · rated 4.8/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Emmy Squared · rated 4.6/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Bengal Tiger · rated 4.5/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Estiatorio Milos · rated 4.5/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- Burrito Box · rated 4.5/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar · rated 4.5/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tuscany Steakhouse · rated 4.5/5: 9 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Gari Columbus · rated 4.5/5: 15 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Two Boots Pizza Upper West Side · rated 4.5/5: 13 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Carnegie Diner & Cafe · rated 4.4/5: 14 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Quality Italian · rated 4.4/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Pomodoro Rosso · rated 4.4/5: 11 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Lincoln Ristorante · rated 4.4/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Redeye Grill · rated 4.3/5: 14 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- El Mitote · rated 4.3/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Arte Cafe · rated 4.3/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Miriam · rated 4.3/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Angelo's Pizza · rated 4.2/5: 10 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Pappardella · rated 4.2/5: 20 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Francesco's Pizza · rated 4.2/5: 17 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Casabianca · rated 4.2/5: 11 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Justino's Pizza · rated 4.1/5: 17 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Cafe Paradiso · rated 4.1/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Alice's Tea Cup Chapter i · rated 4/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bocca Di Bacco · rated 3/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Holey Cream · rated 3/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Burrito Box: 10 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Il Violino: 10 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- The Greek Kitchen: 9 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
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.
