Best French Fries Restaurants in Midtown East (10022)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
The Smith - Midtown
High-volume Midtown brasserie where fries and burgers are a reliable anchor.
Notable Picks
8.5
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
This bustling Midtown East brasserie turns out crisp, golden shoestring fries alongside one of the neighborhood’s most reliable burger programs. Fry fans come for the martini-and-fries vibe, steak frites, and a menu that keeps both business diners and brunch crowds happy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burger Royale with fries, The Smith Bar Steak with fries, Skillet Mac & Cheese
What makes it special: High-volume Midtown brasserie where fries and burgers are a reliable anchor.
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
Group Dining Gatherings
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Serving New Yorkers since 1884, this classic saloon pairs its famed burgers with overflowing baskets of sea salt fries. Steak frites, truffle fries, and a well-worn barroom setting make it a go-to for old-New-York atmosphere with dependable fry-centric plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cadillac Burger, Classic Cheeseburger, Shoestring Onion Rings
What makes it special: Historic Midtown saloon serving one of NYC’s most storied burgers.
8.2
Family-owned since 1998, this classic neighborhood diner dishes up crisp diner-style fries next to hefty burgers, gyros, and late-night plates. Regulars rely on it for generous portions, long hours, and consistently hot fries that land with everything from omelettes to wraps.
Must-Try Dishes:
8 oz cheeseburger deluxe with fries, Gyro platter with fries, Greek-style spaghetti and meatballs
What makes it special: Long-running Greek-American diner where fries, value, and late hours dominate.
Worthy Picks
#4
Clinton Hall
7.8
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Group Dining Gatherings
Happy Hour Hotspots
Sports Bar Central
This beer garden-style outpost is all about burgers, games, and over-the-top fry platters enjoyed indoors or on the terrace. Fries show up under cheese, stuffed inside the signature Fondue Burger, and as shareable sides for groups working through the draft list.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fondue Burger with fries, The Double Smashed Burger, Loaded fries with house toppings
What makes it special: Loud, game-filled beer hall where burgers and loaded fries fuel the fun.
7.6
Vibes:
Sweet Treats Escapes
Birthday & Celebration Central
Family Friendly Favorites
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Since 1954, this whimsical café has drawn crowds for extravagant desserts and, more recently, Guinness World Record–holding fries. Regular fries accompany burgers and sandwiches, while the World’s Most Expensive Fries deliver a champagne-and-truffle spectacle for serious fry obsessives or big spenders.
Must-Try Dishes:
World's Most Expensive Fries, Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Waffles, Frrrozen Hot Chocolate
What makes it special: Iconic dessert café where Guinness-certified luxury fries headline the splurge.
7.5
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
This family-run fast-casual spot from the Schnipper brothers focuses on burgers, chicken fingers, and a deep fries section. Hand-cut house fries, sloppy fries piled with sloppy joe and cheese, and sweet potato fries with maple dipping sauce make it a dedicated fry stop for quick Midtown lunches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Schnipper's Classic Burger, Texas Burger, Sloppy Joe
What makes it special: High-volume burgers and sloppy joes that stay surprisingly dialed-in.