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Top 10 American Restaurants in New York City

A large part of a country's identity is food, and this certainly applies to the United States. Does “... as American as apple pie” ring a bell? There's a lot more to the culinary culture than hamburgers, as chefs have found plenty of freedom within the realm of American food. Some restaurants stick to the basics, while others gussy up comfort food dishes like mac and cheese with pancetta and Asiago cheese. Whatever your craving, you'll find something satisfying at these top 10 restaurants for American fare in New York, presented in alphabetical order.

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'21' Club American
15/20
Dining Room at 21 W. 52nd St.
New York, NY 10019
212-582-7200 | Menu
'21' never gets old; a must-stop experience when in New York. More...



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New York City Top 10 Restaurant Lists

Discover the top restaurants in the New York for various cuisines and categories like sushi, steakhouses, happy hours, romantic dining and even gourmet food trucks. Find the best restaurants in New York here!

Discover the best restaurants in New York for sushi, steak, a romantic night out and more


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THE BEST BURGERS IN TOWN

Where to find the best burgers across the U.S.Hungry for a hamburger? From simple patties with a pickle to gourmet takes by top toques, we've compiled lists of the Top 10 Burgers in cities across the USA, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York and San Francisco.