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.
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Discover upscale restaurants in Little Italy with paleo options. Budget-friendly paleo dining.
Little Italy's Upscale Paleo Destinations
Discover a sophisticated side of Little Italy through this curated selection of upscale restaurants that cater perfectly to a paleo lifestyle. From the refined French techniques at Le Coucou and the bold Indian flavors of Dhamaka to the prime cuts at Bowery Meat Company and fresh catches at Dame, these establishments prioritize high-quality proteins and seasonal ingredients. Whether you are craving elegant Japanese dishes at Sōrate or elevated Italian classics at Torrisi and Raf's, this collection offers a diverse range of gourmet experiences that prove grain-free dining can be truly indulgent.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Paleo Restaurants in Little Italy | Upscale & Paleo
- 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.
