Best Business Lunch Restaurants in Tribeca & Soho (10013)
10 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Au Cheval
A cult burger destination that stays dependable even with huge demand.
Notable Picks
#1
Au Cheval
8.7
A burger-and-cocktails room with late-night energy and a menu that rewards ordering with restraint: one signature burger, one side, and a drink that keeps the pace moving. The draw is consistency at scale—show up hungry, commit to the classics, and don’t overcomplicate it.
Must-Try Dishes:
Single cheeseburger, Bacon add-on, Garlic aioli fries
What makes it special: A cult burger destination that stays dependable even with huge demand.
8.6
A Tribeca anchor with a warm, always-busy energy and an urban-Italian menu that rewards ordering for the table. The kitchen excels at pastas and shareable mains, and the room’s steady hum makes it a reliable choice for both celebratory dinners and high-confidence business meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sheep’s milk ricotta with herbs, Pappardelle, Chicken for two
What makes it special: High-volume Tribeca osteria that stays dependable and lively.
#3
Bubby’s
8.6
A Tribeca institution for pancakes, pies, and comfort-food cravings where the best move is to order like a regular: one breakfast classic or one sandwich-and-side, then save room for pie. It’s high-volume for a reason—go on a weekday if you want the food without the line becoming the event.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pancakes, Fried chicken, Key lime pie
What makes it special: A long-running Tribeca comfort-food hub with serious pie credibility.
#4
The Odeon
8.5
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
Family Friendly Favorites
A brasserie-diner hybrid with a timeless Tribeca pulse—red banquettes, martinis, and a menu that’s strongest when you keep it classic. Order one anchor (steak frites or a burger), add a crisp salad, and let the room do the rest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Burger, Caesar salad with chicken paillard
What makes it special: A classic Tribeca room where the vibe is as much the draw as the menu.
#5
Tamarind
8.3
A polished, boardroom-friendly Indian dining room where the service stays professional and the menu reads as celebration-worthy without becoming fussy. It’s strongest for client lunches and milestone meetings when you want a confident, upscale rhythm and dishes that share cleanly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster masala, Tandoori prawns, Malai naan
What makes it special: A scale-tested, Michelin-recognized Tribeca institution for refined Indian classics.
A Tribeca pub that’s most rewarding when you treat sushi as the headliner and everything else as supporting cast—cocktails, small plates, and a steady, after-work rhythm. The fish selection and roll execution are reliable enough for repeat visits, especially when you keep the order focused and skip the menu sprawl.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chef’s sushi/sashimi selection, Spicy tuna roll, Miso ramen
What makes it special: Pub energy with sushi that holds up as the main event.
8.3
A Tribeca standby that balances sushi, cooked plates, and comfort favorites without turning into a greatest-hits mess. It’s at its best when you order with intention—one strong sushi route, one hot dish, and a sake pick that matches the mood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chirashi bowl, Omakase or sushi combo, Black cod miso
What makes it special: A long-running Tribeca Japanese kitchen that stays reliable across categories.
#8
Frenchette
8.2
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Date Night Magic
Girls Night Out Approved
Birthday & Celebration Central
A Paris-bistro-leaning Tribeca room that’s excellent for impressing at lunch when you want the food to do some of the talking—bold flavors, sharp technique, and a distinctly downtown energy. Best for small, confident groups who don’t mind a tighter, buzzier dining room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck frites, Crab beignets, Oysters
What makes it special: A high-energy French brasserie that pairs bistro cooking with a natural-wine edge.
#9
Walker's
8.1
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
An old-school Tribeca pub where fries land best in the classic lane: with a burger, alongside a sandwich, or as the practical bar-food backbone of the meal. It’s not trying to be flashy—what you get is a steady neighborhood room where the simple things come out the way you hoped.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burger with fries, Fish and chips, Steak frites
What makes it special: A Tribeca pub where fries are reliably done the classic way.
Worthy Picks
#10
Gotan
7.8
A Tribeca cafe-meets-wine-bar that does morning food with a simple, well-built approach—toast, omelet sandwiches, chia bowls—plus serious coffee. The best results come from treating it like a quick breakfast stop: one composed item, one drink, and done.
Must-Try Dishes:
Avocado Feta Toast, Herb Omelet Sandwich, Chia Bowl (Vegan)
What makes it special: Coffee-first Tribeca breakfast with toast-and-sandwich reliability.