Best Solo Dining Restaurants in Belmont
18 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Teriyaki One Japanese Grill
High-volume Japanese grill where teriyaki plates and sushi rolls move fast.
Notable Picks
8.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Group Dining Gatherings
Teriyaki One Japanese Grill sits right off Fordham Road serving build-your-own teriyaki plates, poke bowls, and a full slate of sushi rolls at student-friendly prices. It’s the go-to when you want fast, customizable Japanese comfort that still lands well above typical takeout quality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dynamite Roll, Eel Poke Bowl, Salmon Avocado Roll
What Makes it Special: High-volume Japanese grill where teriyaki plates and sushi rolls move fast.
8.6
Fresh & Healthy 187 is a health-focused counter spot on East 187th Street known for big salads, wraps, smoothies, and breakfast plates, with many items naturally gluten-free or customizable that way. It’s where locals duck in for a quick, lighter meal before or after heavier Arthur Avenue eating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon Egg and Cheese Bagel, Pesto Panini, Create Your Own Salad
What Makes it Special: High-volume healthy counter where salads, smoothies, and plates skew gluten-conscious.
8.6
Zhongzhong Noodles specializes in hand-crafted bowls of Sichuan-style noodle soups and dry noodles a short walk from Arthur Avenue. Diners come for deeply flavored broths, springy noodles, and a casual, modern room that feels like a step up from classic takeout while still working for quick solo meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Szechuan Spicy Beef Noodles, Braised Beef Noodle Soup, Spicy Wonton in Chili Oil
What Makes it Special: Modern Sichuan-focused noodle shop with rich broths near Arthur Avenue.
8.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hong Kong Sushi is a busy Bedford Park counter that mashes up Chinese takeout standards with an enormous sushi and hibachi menu, backed by thousands of delivery orders. People lean on it for late-night rolls, combo specials, and reliable, fast-moving comfort more than sit-down ambiance.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hong Kong Dragon Roll, Three Rolls Hong Kong Special, Shrimp Tempura Roll
What Makes it Special: Massive late-night menu where sushi rolls sit alongside hibachi and classic takeout.
8.4
Thai Noodle House runs out of the Bronx Food Co hub but cooks like a dedicated noodle shop, with wok-fired stir-fries, brothy noodle soups, and curries built for reliable delivery. It’s the go-to in Belmont when you want late-night Thai comfort that still tastes freshly cooked rather than generic ghost-kitchen fare.
Must-Try Dishes:
Drunken Noodles with Beef, Tom Yum Noodle Soup, Pad See Ew
What Makes it Special: Belmont’s most reliable Thai delivery for noodles and late-night cravings.
#6
Avenue Gyro
8.4
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Group Dining Gatherings
Avenue Gyro is a busy Arthur Avenue counter specializing in Greek-style gyros, platters, and salads that travel well for takeout and delivery. High order volume and steady ratings make it a reliable move for quick Mediterranean plates in the heart of Belmont.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken gyro sandwich, Pork gyro platter, Falafel platter
What Makes it Special: High-volume gyro shop serving Greek-style wraps and platters at budget-friendly prices.
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Kawah is a compact neighborhood counter that leans into classic New York Chinese takeout—fried chicken wings, combination plates, and big boxes of fried rice—served fast to regulars along Valentine Avenue. It’s the spot locals point to when they want familiar flavors, generous portions, and delivery that shows up reliably hot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sesame Chicken, House Special Lo Mein, Spicy Shrimp Mei Fun
What Makes it Special: Long-running counter-service favorite known for big portions and wings.
8.2
Morrone Pastry Shop & Cafe combines an Italian pastry counter with a full cafe setup, pouring cappuccinos alongside cookies, cakes, and imported desserts like Bindi tarts. It’s a flexible stop for coffee breaks, sit-down dessert plates, and to-go pastry boxes in the middle of Arthur Avenue.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cappuccino with Italian cookies, Biscotti, Frutti di bosco tart
What Makes it Special: Cafe-style pastry shop where you can sit with coffee and a full dessert plate.
8.2
Prince Coffee House is Arthur Avenue’s signature European-style coffee bar, known for elaborate coffee presentations, crepes, and sweets that easily double as breakfast. Morning crowds mix laptop workers, locals, and visitors who treat the space as both a caffeine stop and a light brunch destination.
Must-Try Dishes:
Turkish coffee service, Nutella or fruit-filled crepes, Tres leches or coconut cake slice
What Makes it Special: Destination coffee house where specialty drinks and crepes feel brunch-ready.
#10
Parisienne Cafe
8.1
Parisienne Cafe is a small, moody French-inspired cafe on Arthur Avenue where espresso, croissants, and quiches carry much of the morning load. It’s more about coffee, pastries, and light savory bites than heavy platters, making it a relaxed option for a European-style breakfast in Bronx Little Italy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butter croissant with espresso, Savory crepe with ham and cheese, Slice of quiche with side salad
What Makes it Special: Arthur Avenue cafe channeling Parisian coffeehouse energy with croissants and quiche.
#11
Sake II
8.1
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Sake II is a long-running Japanese spot off Arthur Avenue offering a full sushi menu plus hibachi-style entrées and bento boxes. It’s a dependable choice for locals who want sit-down rolls and teriyaki without leaving the Belmont stretch they already know.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rainbow Roll, Godzilla Roll, Sake II Special Roll
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood Japanese restaurant where classic rolls share space with hibachi and bento.
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
Nimbu runs a modern, delivery-first Indian concept out of the Bronx Food Co. space, focusing on customizable curry bowls, roti rolls, and snacky add-ons. Locals use it as an affordable way to get bright, spice-forward Indian flavors near Fordham without a full sit-down commitment.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoky Chili Chicken Bowl, Herb Chicken Roti Roll, Garlic Naan
What Makes it Special: Modern Indian bowls and roti rolls built for fast, flexible ordering.
#13
Sàigòn Cà Phê
8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Sàigòn Cà Phê is a compact Vietnamese cafe near Arthur Avenue serving pho, banh mi, and Vietnamese coffee in a casual, grab-and-go setting. It stands out in 10458 as one of the only dedicated Vietnamese spots, making it a natural choice when you want a straightforward bowl of pho without leaving Bronx Little Italy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Pho, Viet Classic Banh Mi, Matcha Foam Coffee
What Makes it Special: Vietnamese cafe bringing pho, banh mi, and coffee to Bronx Little Italy.
Worthy Picks
#14
Joe's Pizza
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Joe's Pizza is a family-owned Belmont shop focusing on classic pies, wings, and Italian-American sides at prices that work for regulars. It’s more of a dependable neighborhood standby than a destination, but delivers a solid slice when you’re in the heart of Bronx Little Italy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Regular cheese pie, Chicken wings, Garlic knots
What Makes it Special: Family-run slice shop with classic pies and familiar sides.
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Operating as North Star Cafe in the old Primavera Cafe space, this 24-hour-style American cafe near Fordham Road serves a sprawling menu of breakfast platters, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and burritos. It functions as an all-purpose stop for students, workers, and locals who want flexible, diner-style options at almost any hour.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon Egg & Cheese Sandwich, Greek Omelet Platter, Philly Steak Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Huge, around-the-clock American cafe menu steps from Fordham Road.
#16
Tacos Supreme
7.7
Vibes:
Happy Hour Hotspots
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Tacos Supreme is a newer Hoffman Street taqueria and bar partnership that anchors Taco Tuesday and evening happy hour at a busy corner near Fordham. Guests come for fast plates of tacos, flautas, and quesabirrias backed by margarita specials that make it an easy meet-up before or after classes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesa Birrias, Tacos al Pastor, Churros
What Makes it Special: Taco Tuesday–driven taqueria where happy hour margaritas meet fast plates.
#17
Yamitsuki Ramen
7.7
Operating out of a delivery-focused kitchen near Fordham, Yamitsuki Ramen leans into classic and modern Japanese broths—tonkotsu, shoyu, and spicy miso—built for takeout and delivery rather than lingering in a dining room. It’s the play when you want a customizable ramen lineup dropped at your door anywhere in 10458.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Yamitsuki Ramen, Tonkotsu Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen
What Makes it Special: Delivery-first ramen brand offering a wide range of broths and toppings from a single Bronx outpost.
#18
Las Chatas
7.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Las Chatas is a tiny taqueria and Mexican fast-food counter on East 184th Street known for handmade tortillas, pork tamales, and inexpensive tacos. It’s more of a grab-and-go operation than a sit-down destination, but locals rely on it for quick, filling plates into the later evening.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork Tamales, Lamb Tacos, Bistec Asado
What Makes it Special: Hole-in-the-wall taqueria with handmade tortillas and $2 tamales.