Looking for carnivore-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Raf's, Carol's Bun and Katz's Delicatessen, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry carnivore-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Chinatown's Upscale Carnivore Destinations
Chinatown’s culinary landscape extends far beyond its traditional roots, offering a sophisticated array of upscale destinations perfect for the discerning carnivore. This curated selection features everything from the elegant French artistry of Le Coucou and the vibrant Indian spices at Dhamaka to the masterfully prepared cuts at Bowery Meat Company. Diners can explore a global palette that includes refined Italian at Raf's, innovative Japanese at Momofuku Ko, and elevated Korean fare at Kisa, ensuring a luxurious experience for every palate.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Carnivore Restaurants in Chinatown | Upscale & Carnivore
- Raf's · rated 5/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Carol's Bun · rated 4.7/5: 10 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Katz's Delicatessen · rated 4.5/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bowery Meat Company · rated 4.5/5: 10 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- $1.50 Fresh Pizza · rated 4.5/5: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Mikaku · rated 4.5/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Bayard Sushi · rated 4.5/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Paesano's · rated 4.4/5: 10 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Il Brigante · rated 4.4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Taiwan Pork Chop House · rated 4.4/5: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Tonii's Fresh Rice Noodle · rated 4.4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Antique Garage · rated 4.3/5: 21 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Barrio Chino · rated 4.3/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Rosella’s Pizza · rated 4.3/5: 9 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Vincent's · rated 4.3/5: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- La Nonna · rated 4.1/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Golden Unicorn · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- 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.
- Mark Joseph Steakhouse · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Wu's Wonton King: 8 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Bowery Meat Company: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Taiwan Pork Chop House: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Caffè Vita: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Da Nico: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Lure Fishbar: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Bar Primi: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Butler: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sōrate · rated 5/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Orchard Grocer · rated 5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish 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.
