Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are The Three Monkeys, Mason's and Chalong Southern Thai, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 10 upscale dining experiences
Find upscale soul food restaurants in Hell's Kitchen. Great soul food food that fits your budget.
Hell's Kitchen's Upscale Soul Food Destinations
Hell's Kitchen is home to a sophisticated selection of upscale dining destinations that elevate classic comfort and soul food to new heights. This curated collection features a refined mix of rustic Italian flavors at La Masseria NY and Sofia alongside polished American fare from 44 & X and Birdland Jazz Club. Whether you are seeking a prime cut at West Side Steakhouse or elegant French plates at Brasserie 1605, these establishments offer a diverse range of high-end experiences in the heart of Manhattan.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Soul Food Restaurants in Hell's Kitchen | Upscale Soul Food Food
- The Three Monkeys · rated 5/5: American.
- Mason's · rated 5/5: American.
- Chalong Southern Thai · rated 4.9/5: Thai.
- UFC Chicken · rated 4.8/5: Korean.
- Bao Bao Cafe · rated 4.8/5: chinese_restaurant.
- Lions Gate Grill · rated 4.8/5: Indian.
- Obao · rated 4.7/5: Thai.
- 375° Chicken 'n Fries · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Carla · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Tony's Di Napoli · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- The Landmark Tavern · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Mala Kitchen 安逸成都47街店 · rated 4.6/5: Chinese.
- Rudy's · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Ippudo · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Jakarta Munch · rated 4.5/5: Thai.
- Zoralie · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- Parada 47 · rated 4.5/5: Steakhouse.
- Mom's Kitchen and Bar · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Cha Pa's Noodles and Grill · rated 4.5/5: Vietnamese.
- Kwik Meal NYC · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- The Joyce Public House · rated 4.5/5: American.
- La Masseria NY · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Champion Pizza Clinton · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Amor Loco · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- The Smith · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Kung Fu Little Steamed Buns · rated 4.4/5: Chinese.
- 44 & X · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Kings of Kobe · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Noodies Thai Kitchen · rated 4.4/5: Thai.
- Route 66 Cafe · rated 4.4/5: american_restaurant.
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.
