Best Trendy Restaurants in Tribeca & Soho (10013)
7 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
Tamarind
8.6
A grand, white-tablecloth Tribeca dining room built for refined, region-spanning Indian cooking with a polished tandoor-and-curry playbook. It’s at its best when you go classic and let the kitchen’s restraint show through smoky grilled seafood, deep gravies, and sharp breads.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster masala, Tandoori prawns, Malai naan
What makes it special: A scale-tested, Michelin-recognized Tribeca institution for refined Indian classics.
#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
Nish Nush
8.3
A Tribeca counter spot that wins on falafel texture and hummus-forward plates built for quick, repeatable cravings. It’s best when you lean into the mezze-and-pita rhythm—big flavors, fast pacing, and strong vegetarian value for the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel Trio, Masabacha, Falafel Sandwich
What makes it special: Falafel-and-hummus plates that eat like a full, fast ritual.
#6
Frenchette
8.0
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Date Night Magic
Girls Night Out Approved
Birthday & Celebration Central
A Tribeca brasserie with big bistro energy—natural-leaning wine, a packed room, and a menu that swings between rich classics and lighter seafood. It’s best when you pick one signature protein and one sharp, acidic counterpoint, then let the kitchen’s strengths do the work.
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.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A Tribeca bakery that’s at its best when you treat it like a precision pastry stop—pick one laminated pastry and one drink, then get out before the line becomes the experience. The strengths are texture and butter-forward technique, with a menu that can sell down fast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kouign-amann, Pistachio croissant, Hot chocolate
What makes it special: French pastry technique executed like a daily, line-driven ritual.