Midtown Restaurants From Korean Bowls to Tableside Italian

Compare four Midtown settings, from an office atrium kiosk to hotel dining, diner booths, and a Japanese restaurant.

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BennieBop
5.0 (36)
Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 20:00; Fri, 11:00 – 15:00
805 3rd Ave, Unit LL7, Concourse Level

An office atrium kiosk on Third Avenue centers on generous homestyle Korean rice bowls and fresh tofu. One owner handles cooking and service, using family recipes alongside homemade kimchi and banchan. Plan a weekday visit, with an earlier Friday close and no weekend service.

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Allora
4.3 (693)
Mon – Sun, 07:00 – 23:00
145 E 47th St

Inside the Bernic Hotel, classic Italian American cooking brings an old world setting and tableside beef preparations. Flambéed desserts are another kitchen specialty here. Confirm prices and portions before accepting samples, as visitors report some offers turning into full sized dishes on the bill.

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Tramway Diner
4.3 (153)
Mon, 00:00 – 23:00; Tue, 06:00 – 00:00 (+1); Wed – Sun, Open 24 hours
1079 1st Ave

Quiet back booths give this First Avenue diner a neighborhood setting for American comfort food and Greek dishes inherited from the former George restaurant. Burgers and avgolemono soup share the menu. Wednesday through Sunday run around the clock, with shorter hours Monday and Tuesday.

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Koi New York
4.3 (1,184)
Mon – Fri, 11:45 – 14:30, 17:00 – 22:30; Sat, 17:00 – 22:30; Sun, 17:00 – 22:00
40 W 40th St

Zen decor and signature crispy rice define this Midtown Japanese restaurant, where business lunches can bring a louder atmosphere. Raw seafood is a focus, alongside a distinct vegan menu with tofu and vegetable dishes. Weekday lunch and dinner sessions give way to evening service on weekends.

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