Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Nizza, Il Punto Ristorante and Patzeria Perfect Pizza Pasta & Grill, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 6 upscale dining experiences
Find upscale places for pasta in Herald Square. Top-rated pasta spots at the right price.
Herald Square's Upscale Pasta Destinations
Experience a sophisticated side of Herald Square with this curated selection of upscale dining destinations perfect for a refined evening out. While the neighborhood is celebrated for its artisanal Italian pasta at spots like Il Punto Ristorante, Leonetta, and Bond 45, the area also offers exceptional Middle Eastern flavors and unique seasonal experiences at Baita by Birreria. From the polished atmosphere of Mark’s Off Madison to the specialized offerings at Kosher in Midtown, these restaurants provide an elegant escape in the heart of the city. This collection showcases the diverse, high-end culinary landscape that makes Midtown a premier destination for discerning diners.
21 restaurants in Best Upscale Pasta in Herald Square | Top Upscale Spots
- Nizza · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Il Punto Ristorante · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Patzeria Perfect Pizza Pasta & Grill · rated 4.4/5: Italian.
- Nino's 46 · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Tavola · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- PaPi Pasta & Pizza · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Serafina Italian Restaurant · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- Leonetta · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Lena's Italian Kitchen · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Nino's 46 · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Lulla · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Baita by Birreria · rated 3.9/5: Italian.
- Kosher in Midtown · rated 1/5: Middle Eastern.
- PaPi Pasta & Pizza: Italian.
- Mark's Off Madison: Italian.
- MUI: Korean.
- Bond 45: Italian.
- Tarallucci e Vino: Italian.
- Eataly: Italian.
- Fumo: Italian.
- John's Pizzeria: 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.








