1. Melba's Restaurant
8.4
300 W. 114th Street, New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 128 tips and reviews
George Lake: Banging food (i recommend the braised short ribs or catfish), and the music is always on point. Don't want to sound mean but please refrain from bringing infants and their huge accessories.
Erika Lopez Garcia: Get the wine braised short ribs with the candied yams and mac and cheese. Just do it. You won't regret it.
Devonta: Melba’s is perfect when you’re craving American Soul Food. The Wine Braised Short Ribs are to die for.
2. Alta
8.4
64 W 10th St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Tapas Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 316 tips and reviews
Jared Hecht: Braised short ribs are delicious. Everything here is top notch.
Aileen Chu: The "Whole Shebang" was slightly overwhelming but it allowed us to have a taste of the entire menu. Hands down favorite was the Braised Short Rib with Beet Pasta.
Jaim: Must try - Braised short rib, paella, mozzarella, foie gras, seared scallops, brussel sprouts.
3. db Bistro Moderne
7.4
55 W 44th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Midtown East · 94 tips and reviews
Gilt City: A must-order: the legendary db burger, a sirloin patty filled with braised short ribs and foie gras. Don't miss the croque monsieur with duck confit, figs and goat cheese, either.
Mike Chau: Try the The Original db Burger - Sirloin burger filled with braised short ribs and foie gras on a parmesan bun
Claire J Song: The Original DB burger, $35 When Daniel Boulud stuffed braised short ribs, foie gras, and preserved black truffles into a ground sirloin shell, he forever changed the face of upscale burgerdom.
4. Craft
9.0
43 E 19th St (btwn Park Ave S & Broadway), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Flatiron District · 126 tips and reviews
Caroline Jane: Braised short ribs, hamachi appetizer, and hen of the woods side- incredible!
Halstead Property: Braised Short ribs are the route to take. If you're there with your sweetheart for an anniversary be sure to mention that prior. They’ll personalize the menu to read “Happy Anniversary (x) and (y)”
sara ama: braised short ribs, corn, gnocchi, gratin
5. Market Table
8.0
54 Carmine St (Bedforf), New York, NY
American Restaurant · West Village · 145 tips and reviews
Brandon Gerena: new fav place. Try the grilled pork porterhouse, roasted acorn squash, crispy calamari and especially pasta w/ braised short rib (when its a special of the day) Read more.
New York Habitat: Definitely make a reservation at this European style West Village spot. We recommend the pan roasted chicken and the braised short ribs, yum.
David Pristin: Wonderful.. Had the Warm octopus salad, fried oysters and braised short rib. All we're fantastic! Braised short rib didn't need a knife, it just fell apart. Definitely joined the list of ny favorites
6. Hortus
8.6
271 5th Ave (b/t 30th St & 29th St), New York, NY
Korean Restaurant · NoMad · 14 tips and reviews
Matthew Ferguson: The spicy braised short rib with risotto is outstanding.
John Colglazier: Wow, get the Truffle Denobe with Steak; it’s savory and incredible.
Max Wendkos: I’ve been here twice. The first time, everything I had was amazing. The second time, I ordered the same items and it was the worst-tasting meal I’ve ever had in New York. And the food made me sick. 🤢
9. Sojourn
8.0
244 E 79th St (2nd and 79th), New York, NY
Tapas Restaurant · Upper East Side · 79 tips and reviews
S K: Get te braised short ribs with creamy polenta!
Dan Plumeri: Braised short rib!
Jessica de Oliveira: By far the best vibe I've ever gotten from a place in New York. The lighting, aesthetics, and crowd this place attracts make it a hidden gem that makes the trek to the UES a small price to pay. GO.
10. The Milling Room
8.9
446 Columbus Ave (at W 81st St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Upper West Side · 52 tips and reviews
Mon: The braised short rib hash is to die for, I will keep dreaming about it everyday for the rest of my life.
Zach Hamed: Hidden gem on Upper West Side with American/Mediterranean cuisine. Chicken, risotto, and codfish all delicious. Beautiful high ceilings and old fashioned decor.
Tracy Hixon: The special cocktail of the day had a huge jalapeno flavored ice cube in it, try it! Tasty octopus, salads and pasta in a relaxed atmosphere
12. Suprema Provisions
7.6
305 Bleecker St (at 7th Ave S), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 24 tips and reviews
Amelie B: The food was incredible quality and impeccably executed - both appetizers (get the tuna tartar and burrata) and specials (scallop with foie gras, and braised short rib were outstanding). Nice vibe too
Joe Montes: Get the Suprema Burger. It is absolutely amazing. The black garlic is out of this world.
Deniz Akturk: Cheese plate is great! This place is good and fancy! But servers are rude:( They push you order.. Someone took our plate without asking🥺
13. Cheeky Sandwiches
8.6
35 Orchard St (btwn Canal St & Hester St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Chinatown · 220 tips and reviews
Alex Redmond: Braised short rib on challah with horseradish, cherry tomato, and arugula is the truth. Boom.
Village Voice: Po'boys filled with either fried shrimp or fried oysters, veggie muffalettas and braised short ribs stuffed inside of challah bread are all available with a bag of Louisiana Zapp's Potato Chips. Read more.
Jeffrey: Braised short rib with horseradish on toasted challah. Fried chicken on a buttermilk biscuit with coleslaw and gravy. A veggie muffuletta. This is not your average Boar’s Head–on–rye deli counter.
14. Bustan
7.8
487 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY
Mediterranean Restaurant · Upper West Side · 48 tips and reviews
Michael Fox-Rabinovitz: Bread is great, hummus is amazing try with braised short rib. Sizzling shrimp really tasty as well. And Panna cotta quite well made. Neighborhood gem.
Danielle Landau: Lovely outdoor garden. Make sure you make reservations and request the backyard! Gets really busy.
💎T: The kitchen closes at 3 to get ready for dinner so be prepared for that.
15. Andaz 5th Avenue
8.5
485 5th Avenue (at 41st St), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 72 tips and reviews
Matthew Ferguson: Braised short ribs are excellent
Rebecca Mazza: Fantastic breakfast. Highlight include the lemon poppyseed pancakes, the parmesan eggs, and the bacon. Check out the second floor of the hotel for great views and large conference rooms.
Jen14221: I'm overwhelmed at the size and fabulousness of my room. A private terrace? In NYC? Overlooking the library? Yes please.