Lola's
Lola's serves Southern-Asian cooking at 2 W 28th St, with craft cocktails and 2025 recognition from the New York Times.
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- Address
- 2 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001
- Phone
- (646) 941-4787
- Website
- lolasnyc.com
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New York Times No. 71 and James Beard Award semifinalist
New York Times ranked Lola's No. 71 in its New York City restaurant list for 2026 and included it in its 2025 city restaurant list. James Beard Award recognition in 2025 came as a Restaurant semifinalist.
Southern-Asian fusion with local sourcing
Southern-Asian fusion frames Asian and Southern cooking, with local sourcing in the kitchen. That makes the restaurant a fit for diners choosing it around cuisine first, not only location.
Crispy Chicken Thighs and craft cocktails
Crispy Chicken Thighs, Short Rib & Shiitake Dumplings, Fried Fish Lettuce Wraps, Housemade Naan, and Union Square Bento anchor the signatures. Craft cocktails, smart casual dress, lively noise, and leisurely pacing suit a longer dinner.
Comparable Spots, Quickly
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lola's | Southern-Asian Fusion | $$$ | Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square | |
| Public Kitchen | Global Market-Driven Cuisine | $$$ | , | Lower East Side |
| Pig and Khao - LES | Thai-Filipino Fusion | $$ | , | Lower East Side |
| Aura Cocina | Cuban-Asian Fusion | $$$ | , | East Williamsburg |
| Love Thy Neighbor | Japanese-inspired cocktail bar & small plates | $$$ | , | West Village |
| Cómodo | Pan-Latin American | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Gramercy |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City #71
New York Times
James Beard Award Semi Finalist
James Beard Award
New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City
New York Times
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At a Glance
- Lively
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Low Profile Address
- Modern
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- Open Kitchen
- Chefs Counter
- Craft Cocktails
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Friday
- 12–2:30 PM, 5–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Cozy and modern with moss-green tiles, blond wood, pleasant buzz, and just-right lighting—lively yet conversational.