If you're searching for kosher restaurants in Midtown Manhattan, you're in one of the easiest parts of the city to eat well and stay kosher. Between the Diamond District, Times Square, and the Garment District, Midtown has quietly become one of Manhattan's densest kosher dining pockets — French bistro fare, Bukharian skewers, glatt kosher sushi, smash burgers, and Chinese takeout all within a short walk of each other. I've pulled together this guide to the best kosher restaurants in Midtown, checking each one's kosher supervision so you know exactly what you're walking into before you sit down. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch between meetings, celebrating a special occasion, or just craving something familiar while traveling, this list covers a real range of cuisine, price point, and hashgacha. As always, kosher status can change, so I always recommend confirming certification directly with the restaurant before a Friday or Saturday visit in particular.
Barnea Bistro
French bistro & steakhouse, OU Glatt Kosher · 211 E 46th St
A fine-dining French bistro from Chef Joshua Kessler, known for beef carpaccio, lamb riblets, and one of the best kosher steaks in the city.
Tabernacle Steakhouse
Kosher steakhouse & sushi, OU supervised · 315 W 36th St
A Garment District steakhouse known for dry-aged cuts, a full sushi menu, and its signature Carnivore Board.
Pita Grill Kosher — Midtown East
Israeli & Mediterranean grill, OU supervised · 1083 2nd Ave
A fast-casual shawarma and schnitzel counter that's been a Midtown East kosher staple since 2010, with a rabbi on site daily.
Taam Tov
Bukharian & Uzbek, OU supervised · 41 W 47th St
A hidden, third-floor Diamond District favorite for skewers, manti, and pilaf — praised by the New York Times as one of the street's best-value meals.
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Miznon Kosher — Times Square
Israeli pita bar, Glatt Kosher & Pas Yisroel · 1410 Broadway
Chef Eyal Shani's stuffed pita concept, made kosher and Pas Yisroel under Rabbi Aaron D. Mehlman — the only Miznon location in NYC that is kosher certified.
Masuda Omakase
Kosher sushi & hand-roll private chef catering, OK supervised · Online Bookings Only
The world's first kosher hand-roll bar, made to order at the counter with fish flown in from Japan — a true omakase experience without shellfish substitutes.
Smash House Burgers
Kosher smash burgers, OU supervised · 33 W 47th St
A Florida-born smash burger chain now in the Garment District, known for its crispy-edge patties, onion strings, and vegan-cheese "cheeseburgers."
Ginger & Glatt
Kosher Chinese, Mehadrin Kashrus (Rabbi Marmorstein) · 245 W 46th St
A delivery-and-pickup-only kosher Chinese ghost kitchen near Times Square, serving Glatt Kosher Bet Yosef sesame chicken, General Tso's, and classic stir-fries.
🔎 What to Look For at a Kosher Restaurant in Midtown
Check the posted hashgacha. Every restaurant on this list carries visible kosher supervision, but agencies vary — Barnea, Tabernacle, Taam Tov, Pita Grill, and Smash House are OU supervised, Masuda Omakase is under the OK, Miznon Kosher is under Rabbi Aaron D. Mehlman, and Ginger & Glatt is under Mehadrin Kashrus/Rabbi Marmorstein. If you don't see a certificate posted, ask before you order.
Meat, dairy, or pareve — never mixed. Midtown's kosher restaurants split cleanly along these lines: Barnea, Tabernacle, Taam Tov, Pita Grill, Smash House, and Ginger & Glatt are meat (fleishig) kitchens, while Masuda Omakase and Miznon Kosher run pareve/fish-forward menus with no meat on-site.
Ghost kitchens and delivery-only spots are common here. Ginger & Glatt and Smash House's 47th Street location operate as pickup-and-delivery concepts without a dine-in counter — great for office lunches, but call ahead if you're hoping to sit down.
Shabbat hours affect nearly every listing here. Almost all of these restaurants close Friday afternoon before sundown and remain closed through Saturday. Always check current hours before a Friday or Saturday visit.
Certification can change. Restaurants change ownership, switch supervising agencies, or occasionally lose certification. If it's been a while since your last visit, confirm current kosher status directly with the restaurant — The Kosher Hub is not a Kosher Authority, and this list reflects information available at the time of writing.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best kosher restaurant in Midtown Manhattan?
Based on current Google ratings, Barnea Bistro holds the highest rating at 4.8 stars, followed by Pita Grill Kosher at 4.7 and Tabernacle Steakhouse at 4.6. Best often comes down to what you're after — Barnea and Tabernacle lean upscale, while Pita Grill is a fast, affordable everyday option.
Are all these restaurants glatt kosher?
Most of the meat restaurants on this list — including Barnea Bistro, Tabernacle Steakhouse, Taam Tov, and Smash House — are certified Glatt Kosher, but certification standards can vary by restaurant and change over time. Always check the posted hashgacha or ask staff to confirm before you order.
Where can I find kosher sushi in Midtown?
Masuda Omakase on Broadway is a dedicated kosher hand-roll bar under OK supervision, and Tabernacle Steakhouse also serves a full sushi menu alongside its steaks.
Is there kosher Chinese food in Midtown?
Yes — Ginger & Glatt is a kosher Chinese ghost kitchen near Times Square, certified Glatt Kosher and Bet Yosef under Mehadrin Kashrus, serving sesame chicken, General Tso's, and other Chinese-American classics for delivery and pickup.
Do kosher restaurants in Midtown take reservations?
Sit-down spots like Barnea Bistro and Tabernacle Steakhouse accept reservations and recommend booking ahead for evenings and weekends. Counter-service and delivery-only spots like Ginger & Glatt, Smash House's 47th Street location, and Pita Grill don't require one.
Are kosher restaurants in Midtown open on Shabbat?
No — nearly every restaurant on this list closes Friday afternoon before sundown and stays closed through Saturday. Check each restaurant's current hours before planning a Friday or Saturday visit.
What's a good affordable kosher lunch option in Midtown?
Pita Grill Kosher on 2nd Avenue and Taam Tov in the Diamond District are both known for generous, reasonably priced portions, making them popular choices for a quick weekday lunch.
Where is Taam Tov located, and is it hard to find?
Taam Tov is on the third floor of a building at 41 W 47th Street in the Diamond District. It's known for being a little tricky to find — look for the elevator inside the building rather than a street-level storefront.
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