Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Pecking House, SoulTye and Em Vietnamese Bistro, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale soul food restaurants in DUMBO. Great soul food food that fits your budget.
DUMBO's Upscale Soul Food Destinations
Discover a refined approach to comfort at these upscale soul food destinations tucked away in the historic streets of DUMBO. This collection showcases vibrant Mexican influences and sophisticated techniques, featuring celebrated spots like Gran Eléctrica that blend chic industrial aesthetics with deeply flavorful plates. Whether you are looking for a stylish date night or a high-end group dinner, these restaurants offer an elevated experience that celebrates both heart and heritage.
23 restaurants in Best Upscale Soul Food Restaurants in DUMBO | Upscale Soul Food Food
- Pecking House · rated 5/5: Chinese.
- SoulTye · rated 5/5: American.
- Em Vietnamese Bistro · rated 4.6/5: Vietnamese.
- Westville Dumbo · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Tria Bakery Cafe Diner · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Ingas Bar · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Noodle Pudding · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Kogane Ramen · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Forever Taste · rated 4.4/5: Chinese.
- Bridge Coffee Shop · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Montague Diner · rated 4.3/5: American.
- Pecking House · rated 4.3/5: Chinese.
- Grand Canyon Restaurant · rated 4.3/5: American.
- Annie's First Wok · rated 4.3/5: Chinese.
- GRAN ELÉCTRICA · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Ignazio's · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Panda · rated 3.6/5: Chinese.
- Panda · rated 3.5/5: Chinese.
- Love & Dough · rated 3.3/5: Italian.
- Randolph Beer DUMBO · rated 3/5: American.
- The Archway Bar & Grill · rated 3/5: American.
- Ippudo V: Japanese. *.
- Grand Canyon Restaurant: 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.















