Best American Restaurants in NoHo
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Estela
Michelin-starred, high-impact small plates that helped define modern downtown dining.
Essential Picks
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Estela
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Opened in 2013 by chef Ignacio Mattos, Estela is a Michelin-starred Nolita dining room known for intensely flavored, shareable plates like ricotta dumplings and endive salad that have become modern NYC signatures. Strong multi-platform ratings, international press, and more than a decade of relevance make it a destination for serious eaters who want contemporary American cooking with Mediterranean leanings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ricotta Dumplings with Mushrooms & Pecorino Sardo, Endive Salad with Walnuts & Anchovies, Bison Tartare with Sunchokes
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred, high-impact small plates that helped define modern downtown dining.
Worthy Picks
7.6
Wicked Willy’s is a pirate-themed Bleecker Street bar and grill best known for karaoke nights, sports on TV, bottomless brunch, and a long menu of wings, burgers, tacos, and late-night snacks. It’s less about culinary finesse and more about lively energy, big portions, and approachable American bar food that keeps parties fueled until the early hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wicked Wings with Choice of Sauce, Loaded Nachos with Cheddar, Beans & Jalapeños, Wicked Burger with Candy Bacon & Fries
What Makes it Special: Rowdy pirate-themed bar for karaoke, game-day screens, and crowd-pleasing American bar food.