Are there kosher restaurants in all five boroughs?

Yes — while Manhattan has the largest selection, all five boroughs have kosher restaurant options reflecting their Jewish communities.

Can non-Jewish people eat at kosher restaurants?

Absolutely — kosher restaurants are open to everyone. Many people choose kosher restaurants for their food quality standards and dietary transparency.

Are kosher restaurants more expensive?

Kosher restaurants can be more expensive due to the additional certification and sourcing requirements, but budget-friendly kosher options exist throughout NYC.

What types of cuisine are available at kosher NYC restaurants?

NYC's kosher restaurant scene spans Israeli, Middle Eastern, American, sushi, Italian, and traditional Jewish cuisine, offering a surprisingly wide range of culinary options.

✡️ Kosher Restaurants in NYC

🔄 Data from NYC DOHMH. Updated April 2026.22 active restaurants.

What is Kosher?

Kosher restaurants prepare food in accordance with Jewish dietary law, which includes separation of meat and dairy, prohibition of pork and shellfish, and requirements for how meat is slaughtered and prepared. Restaurants tagged kosher in this directory are kosher-certified or kosher-observant.

New York City is home to one of the largest Jewish communities in the world, and its kosher restaurant scene reflects that heritage with an extraordinary range of options from traditional Eastern European Jewish cuisine to modern Israeli, kosher sushi, and upscale kosher steakhouses.

22 dedicated options — a smaller pool, which honestly makes it easier to find the standouts. We've tagged each one with health grades so you can compare apples to apples.

22 restaurants|3 boroughs|Avg rating: 4.5/5

⭐ Top Rated

The Loft Steakhouse

Borough Park, Brooklyn

✡️ Kosher Restaurants in NYC

What is Kosher?

The Loft Steakhouse

Glatt A La Carte

Bordeaux Steakhouse

Barnea Bistro

Russ & Daughters Cafe

Bodhi Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant

Noi Due Cafe

Veggie Heaven

Katz's Delicatessen

Mr. Broadway

Pomegranate Supermarket

Izzy's Brooklyn Smokehouse

Olympia Steakhouse

2nd Ave Deli

Mocha Burger

Nish Nush

Bison & Bourbon

Bravo Pizza (K)

The Original Buddha Bodai Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant 佛菩提

PONGAL

Aron's Kissena Farms

Pastrami Queen

Kosher Restaurants by Borough

Kosher Restaurants in NYC — FAQ