When the night is still young and you're looking for a place to satisfy your cravings, New York City has plenty of options. From Cuban-Dominican restaurants to classic diners, there's something for everyone. Here are some of the best late night restaurants in the Big Apple. For a taste of Cuba and the Dominican Republic, Floridita is the place to go. This Washington Heights restaurant has been open since 1995 and serves up steak, roasted chicken, and mofongos 24 hours a day.
Their famous Cuban sandwich is a must-try, with ham, roasted pork, pickles, and Swiss cheese on crusty bread. There's also a second branch in Inwood with the same hours. Taco Mix is another great spot for late night eats. This East Harlem restaurant has been open since 1991 and serves up tacos until 4am. Choose from a variety of meats, including crispy red pork and roasted pineapple salsa.
There's also a second outpost in Sunset Park that closes earlier. For classic diner fare, Court Square Diner is the place to go. Brothers Steve and Nick Kanellos have been running the Long Island City restaurant since 1991 and it's open 24 hours a day. The menu includes jelly, 15 different tortillas, and huge hero sandwiches. If you're looking for something more upscale, Blue Ribbon Brasserie is the perfect spot. This Sullivan Street restaurant is open until 2am every day and serves up everything from meat and lobster to chicken wings and matzah ball soup.
It's the rare restaurant that gets even better after midnight. Thai food lovers should check out Zaab Zaab. This Elmhurst restaurant is open until 1am every day and serves up delicious larb and hot pots filled with lemongrass and short ribs. There's also a larger location in Williamsburg. Double Chicken Please is half restaurant and half bar, so it makes sense that they stay open late. The full dining room requires reservations but you can grab a quick bite at the bar across the street until midnight on weekends.
Try their fried chicken sandwiches with warm honey and Thai basil. Medusa Greek Taverna is another great option for late night eats. This Park Slope restaurant is open until 1am every day and serves up Spanakopita, Tzatziki chips, hamburgers, grilled octopus, and more. It's the perfect spot for a late night meal after a show at Barclays. Arden is another great spot for late night eats. This Mermaid Inn veteran is open for dinner until 10pm Tuesday through Thursday and 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Try their Kilpatrick grilled oysters with bacon, gochujang, and Ritz crackers or roasted forest hen mushrooms. Finish off your meal with one of their delicious cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages. For some Israeli-style kebabs, head to Insa. This Gowanus restaurant is open until 1am Thursday through Saturday and always has reservations late at night. They serve up some of the best Israeli dishes in New York City. Finally, Dim Sum Palace is a great spot for late night dim sum.
This Chinatown restaurant offers more than 50 types of dim sum every day until midnight. It's the perfect spot for an after-hours snack.
