Best French Fries Restaurants in Chelsea (10011)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Cafeteria
Decades-deep Chelsea institution with fries that stay crisp and seasoned to the core.
Notable Picks
#1
Cafeteria
8.6
A long-running Chelsea anchor whose fries still land with that clean, shattery crunch and proper salt balance. The side shines best alongside their burgers and late-night comfort plates, helped by a lively room that keeps energy high without tipping chaotic. A reliable, all-hours fries stop with real neighborhood gravity.
Must-Try Dishes:
Turkey Burger with Fries, Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Fries, Sweet Potato Fries with Aioli
What makes it special: Decades-deep Chelsea institution with fries that stay crisp and seasoned to the core.
#2
Cookshop
8.4
Market-driven New American cooking where the burger-and-fries combo is the quiet star. The fries skew slender and deeply browned, with a mineral potato flavor that holds up to their bright sauces and seasonal mains. A polished but unfussy room makes this a dependable sit-down fries destination.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cookshop Burger and Fries, Steak Frites, Cauliflower Beignets
What makes it special: Seasonal kitchen that treats fries like a main event, not filler.
#3
Empire Diner
8.1
An Art Deco diner revival pairing classic Americana with sharply executed herb fries. The fries come hot, feather-light inside, and carry a savory herbal edge that works especially well with the house burger and fish & chips. Strong for a relaxed fries plate in a more atmospheric setting than most diners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Herb Fries, Truffle Parm Fries, Empire Special Blend Burger
What makes it special: Iconic diner setting with herb-forward fries that feel purpose-built.
8.0
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Quick Bites Champions
Classic all-day diner comfort where the fries hit the nostalgic sweet spot—golden, medium-cut, and reliably hot. Best with their straightforward burgers and plates that lean old-school NYC. Not fancy, but the fry execution is consistent and satisfying for the price.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheeseburger with Fries, Grilled Chicken Club with Fries, Breakfast Plate with Home Fries
What makes it special: Old-guard diner fries that stay dependable across the day.
Worthy Picks
#5
Café Chelsea
7.9
A buzzy Hotel Chelsea bistro where steak frites is the move and the fries are the reason to linger. Expect a crisp, buttery exterior with a soft center, leaning French-classic rather than bar-snack heavy. Atmosphere does a lot of the work, but the fries hold their own.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Frites, Chelsea Cheeseburger with Fries, Goat Cheese Croquettes
What makes it special: Hotel-bistro frites with real technique and a cinematic dining room.
#6
Creamline
7.7
Chelsea Market counter spot best known for burgers and fried chicken, but the waffle fries are the sleeper hit. They’re thick, aggressively crisped, and stay sturdy under sauces—ideal for dipping or pairing with a shake. A solid grab-and-go fries fix inside the market swirl.
Must-Try Dishes:
Waffle Fries, Cheeseburger with Fries, Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich
What makes it special: Market-style waffle fries with real crunch and dip-friendly structure.