Best places: American restaurants in New York City, United States

Sceney spot that's both a chic lounge with DJs & a modern steakhouse serving prime cuts & seafood.

Laid-back restaurant dishing up gourmet hamburgers, tator tots and fries, plus craft beer.

Hip hangout serving creative cocktails & American fare, with a private speakeasy.

Outpost of the upscale steakhouse chain offers classic American fare & a clubby, refined setting.

Modern, petite counter-order spot for coffee, breakfast bites & sandwiches, plus beer & wine.

👍👍 This is a great new gem in NYC. We can’t wait to come back. The food and service are top notch. My husband had a steak and I had a burger, both were delicious and perfectly cooked. The live music is a nice touch. A very classy place. They don’t have a liquor license yet but they have beer, wine, an...

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

Cozy, easygoing wood-and-brick eatery with hefty specialty burgers and craft beers on tap.

Dry-aged steaks & a casual bar menu, plus raw & grilled seafood in a clubby space.

Spacious, casually chic brasserie with hearty dishes featuring Californian & Italian influences.

Upscale chain eatery serving burgers, steaks & other American fare in stylish, spacious surrounds.

Vintage-style restaurant and bar offering comfort food, cocktails, and an extensive whisky list.

Relaxed pub with a rustic vibe & patio offering craft beers, New American small plates & sandwiches.

Upscale, family-owned eatery featuring dry-aged steaks, chops & seafood dishes in a warm setting.

Rock ’n’ roll-themed chain with a high-energy vibe serving burgers & American classics.

Cheesecakes are the star at this Brooklyn-themed locale with deli fare, BBQ, a full bar & patio.

👍👍 Great place to grab breakfast/brunch. So good in fact we decided to go two days in a row. Excellent service, great atmosphere, and fantastic food. The coffee served is good too which is a plus. The staff is all friendly and the service is efficient. Pricing feels fair and they'll stow your luggage f...

Dry-aged beef, martinis & wine served by old-school waiters draw crowds to this Midtown institution.

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

Contemporary spot specializing in seasonal, locally sourced & mostly gluten-free comfort classics.