Looking for high-protein-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Osamil, Kame and Pavé, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry high-protein-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Herald Square's Upscale High Protein Destinations
Herald Square serves as a premier destination for sophisticated diners seeking protein-rich meals in an upscale setting. This curated selection features everything from the savory traditions of Korean BBQ at missKOREA BBQ and Hangawi to the timeless elegance of premium cuts at Keens Steakhouse and The Flatiron Room. Whether you are in the mood for refined Italian classics at Il Punto Ristorante and Leonetta, fresh coastal fare at Blue Fin, or chic American plates at Valerie and The Landing, these establishments provide the perfect backdrop for a high-end culinary experience. From French bistros like Marseille to lively spots like Bond 45 and Lagos TSQ, you will find an array of nutritious, chef-driven options designed to satisfy any palate.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale High Protein Restaurants in Herald Square | Upscale & High Protein
- Osamil · rated 5/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Kame · rated 5/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Pavé · rated 5/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Çka ka Qellue · rated 4.8/5: 9 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Blue Mountain · rated 4.8/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Jamaican.
- Planta · rated 4.6/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Hangawi · rated 4.6/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Olde City · rated 4.6/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Landing · rated 4.6/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bar Mexicana · rated 4.6/5: 7 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- The Dawson 39 · rated 4.6/5: 7 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse · rated 4.5/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Ichiran · rated 4.5/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Woorijip · rated 4.5/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Poké Bar · rated 4.5/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Valerie · rated 4.4/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Patzeria Perfect Pizza Pasta & Grill · rated 4.4/5: 7 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Ruby's Cafe · rated 4.4/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Australian.
- Mollyos · rated 4.4/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ai Ki Ya · rated 4.4/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Bubba Gump Shrimp Company · rated 4.3/5: 10 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Bill's Bar & Burger · rated 4.3/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bryant Park Grill · rated 4.3/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Little Italy Pizza · rated 4.3/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Blue Fin · rated 4.3/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Aya Sushi · rated 4.3/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- PaPi Pasta & Pizza · rated 4.3/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Mr. Broadway · rated 4.3/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Schnippers Quality Kitchen · rated 4.2/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Malibu Diner · rated 4.2/5: 14 high-protein-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.
