Best Farm To Table Restaurants in Midtown Manhattan (10019)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Per Se
Meticulous multi‑course tasting menu with park views and stellar service.
Essential Picks
#1
Per Se
9.0
A landmark fine‑dining institution offering meticulous multi‑course tasting menus with sweeping views and refined service — a go‑to for once‑in‑a‑lifetime meals. The precision of execution and consistency night after night make it a standout even among NYC’s upper crust. Great for milestone celebrations or indulgent evenings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal nine‑course tasting menu, Vegetarian tasting menu option, Wine‑paired dessert course
What makes it special: Meticulous multi‑course tasting menu with park views and stellar service.
Notable Picks
#2
The Modern
8.8
A sleek, contemporary fine‑dining room with art‑world vibes — seasonal French‑American tasting menus paired with exceptional service and curated wine selections. It’s a go‑to when you want a sophisticated, modern experience right near MoMA and Midtown energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal Tasting Menu (varies), Duck à la Presse (when available), Chocolate Dessert with Citrus Gel
What makes it special: Michelin‑starred seasonal menus inside a museum‑adjacent modern dining space.
#3
Jams
8.3
Chef Jonathan Waxman’s all-day brasserie leans California-clean with seasonal, locally sourced staples that work equally well for breakfast, brunch, or a pre-show dinner. The open kitchen energy and herb-bright flavors keep it reliably satisfying in a busy Midtown corridor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Roast Chicken, Botanical Breakfast, Wagyu Burger
What makes it special: Seasonal farm-forward cooking from a James Beard–recognized chef.
8.1
A long-running Midtown institution with a seasonal, produce-first New American menu that feels both polished and comfortable. The room’s art-gallery calm and steady execution make it a dependable choice for lingering lunches or elegant pre-theater dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nantucket Bay Scallops, Branzino with Seasonal Vegetables, Chopped Salad
What makes it special: Since 1989, a seasonal kitchen that treats local ingredients with restraint.
Worthy Picks
7.8
A neighborhood-minded cookhouse using organic and locally sourced ingredients for an easygoing brunch-to-burgers lineup. It’s a solid, less-flashy farm-leaning stop in the Theater District, especially when you want comfort food with cleaner sourcing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Blue Dog Burger, Ricotta French Toast, Seasonal Vegetable Plate
What makes it special: Organic, locally sourced comfort cooking in a relaxed Midtown setting.