Looking for paleo-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Sōrate, The Wren and Raf's, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry paleo-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Little Italy restaurants with paleo options. Highly rated spots with authentic paleo menu items.
Little Italy's Premier Paleo Destinations
Little Italy’s vibrant dining scene offers a wealth of choices for those following a paleo lifestyle, blending historic charm with modern dietary needs. This curated collection spans a global palette, featuring everything from authentic Italian staples at Raf's and Da Silvano to the bold Mexican flavors found at Maya Mezcal and Los Tacos No.1. Whether you are craving refined Japanese dishes at Sōrate, Korean specialties from Noona's, or savory Chinese plates from Pecking House and Lei, these establishments prioritize high-quality ingredients that fit your grain-free preferences. Explore a diverse array of eateries where traditional techniques meet health-conscious menus, ensuring a satisfying meal in one of the city's most iconic neighborhoods.
30 restaurants in Best Little Italy Restaurants with Paleo Options | Top Rated
- Sōrate · rated 5/5: 13 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- The Wren · rated 5/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Raf's · rated 5/5: 5 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Orchard Grocer · rated 5/5: 4 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Noona's · rated 5/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Da Silvano · rated 4.8/5: 9 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Briciola Pizza Bar · rated 4.8/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Lei · rated 4.8/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Song’ E Napule · rated 4.7/5: 4 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Yum Cha · rated 4.7/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Jerrell's BETR BRGR · rated 4.7/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Kalye · rated 4.7/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Carol's Bun · rated 4.7/5: 21 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Café Habana · rated 4.6/5: 5 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Boqueria Soho · rated 4.6/5: 13 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- Set L.E.S · rated 4.6/5: 11 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Piacere · rated 4.6/5: 8 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Momofuku Ko · rated 4.6/5: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- V-Nam Cafe · rated 4.6/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Vietnamese.
- Misirizzi · rated 4.6/5: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Pep's on Grand · rated 4.6/5: 9 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Katz's Delicatessen · rated 4.5/5: 20 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Le Coucou · rated 4.5/5: 34 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Spicy Village · rated 4.5/5: 14 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Che Li · rated 4.5/5: 30 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Bowery Meat Company · rated 4.5/5: 21 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Pasquale Jones · rated 4.5/5: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- $1.50 Fresh Pizza · rated 4.5/5: 10 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Pepolino · rated 4.5/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Trapizzino · rated 4.5/5: 11 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
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.
