Healthy Restaurants in New York City

Eating high-protein in New York City is easier than you might think. We track 5 macro-friendly restaurants here with verified nutrition data — spanning farm to counter, bowls, salads, sandwiches, and healthy fast food — so you can compare calories and protein before you order, whether you want a quick bowl on the way to the gym or a sit-down plate.

Standouts include Dig, Fresh&Co, Just Salad, Sweetgreen, and The Little Beet. Most lean on grilled and roasted proteins, build-your-own bowls, and fresh sides, so it's easy to hit your numbers without a calorie blowout.

For the best protein-to-calorie ratio, the fast-casual bowl and grill spots are your friends: load up on grilled chicken, steak, falafel, or fish, and go easy on pita, cheese, and creamy dressings. Dig is a dependable high-protein pick in New York City; double the protein when you need 40g+ in a single meal.

At Sweetgreen, build a warm bowl with blackened chicken or steak over greens and a grain, and take a lighter dressing on the side.

The playbook is the same across New York City: choose grilled or roasted over fried, prioritize lean protein and vegetables, double the protein when you need 40g or more in one meal, and skip sugary drinks and calorie-dense sauces. Every restaurant below breaks down verified protein, calories, carbs, and fat, so you can plan your order with confidence and track your macros accurately while eating out in New York City.

Featured healthy restaurants in New York City

• Dig
• Fresh&Co
• Just Salad
• The Little Beet
• Sweetgreen