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 8 upscale dining experiences
Discover upscale restaurants in Lower East Side with carnivore options. Budget-friendly carnivore dining.
Lower East Side's Upscale Carnivore Destinations
The Lower East Side has become a premier destination for meat lovers seeking a refined dining experience that spans a diverse range of global traditions. This curated selection features bold Indian flavors at Dhamaka, traditional Korean dishes at Kisa, and elegant Japanese fare at Yopparai and Rabbit House Omakase & Sake Bar. You can also explore elevated American plates at Supper and Wildair or enjoy the storied Middle Eastern influences at Russ & Daughters. Each of these upscale establishments offers an indulgent atmosphere perfect for those looking to celebrate premium ingredients and sophisticated culinary techniques in the heart of downtown.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Carnivore Restaurants in Lower East Side | Upscale & Carnivore
- 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.
