Looking for carnivore-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Bar Jamón, Naks and Saperavi, 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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East Village's Upscale Carnivore Destinations
The East Village is home to a sophisticated selection of upscale dining destinations perfect for those seeking high-quality proteins and bold, meat-centric flavors. This curated collection spans a global palette, offering everything from the fiery spices of Indian fare at Dhamaka and refined Filipino dishes at Naks to the precision of Japanese techniques at Momofuku Ko and Kanoyama. Whether you are craving the rustic American comfort of Hearth and Supper, the vibrant energy of Spanish tapas at Casa Mono, or the unique Korean and Middle Eastern influences found at Kisa and Russ & Daughters, these establishments provide an elevated atmosphere for a memorable night out.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Carnivore Restaurants in East Village | Upscale & Carnivore
- Bar Jamón · rated 5/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- Naks · rated 5/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Filipino.
- Saperavi · rated 4.9/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Sushi Dairo · rated 4.8/5: 11 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- The Cabin · rated 4.7/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tabetomo · rated 4.6/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- The Laurels · rated 4.6/5: 8 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Katz's Delicatessen · rated 4.5/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- S'MAC · rated 4.5/5: 8 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Madame Vo · rated 4.5/5: 7 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Vietnamese.
- Joe Junior · 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.
- John's of 12th Street · rated 4.4/5: 7 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Supper · rated 4.4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Au Za'atar · rated 4.3/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Casa Mono · rated 4.3/5: 9 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- Barrio Chino · rated 4.3/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Kanoyama · rated 4.3/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Sushi Lab · rated 4.2/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Cibao Restaurant · rated 4.2/5: 15 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- Krave It · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Russ & Daughters · rated 4/5: 15 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Physical Graffitea · rated 4/5: 14 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ten Bells · rated 4/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Wonderland Bar · rated 4/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Factory Tamal · rated 4/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- 16 Handles · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Penny · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Phebes · rated 3/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Frank's Trattoria · rated 3/5: 3 carnivore-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.
