The Tyger
SoHo-Little Italy-Hudson Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
The Tyger is a practical SoHo pick for an easy downtown dinner, especially when the occasion needs location and flexibility more than awards or a formal tasting-menu structure. Cross-shop Le Coucou for a higher-ceremony French splurge or Chikarashi for a more clearly defined Japanese option.
About The Tyger
The Tyger is a New York City venue with evening hours throughout the week and daytime opening on Saturday and Sunday. Use it when the priority is a direct city plan with clear hours and a smart-casual dress code.
Use it for a low-pressure New York City plan
The smart strategy is to keep the first visit simple: consider it when the group wants a New York City outing and does not need the decision to depend on a price tier, named chef, award history, or specific menu structure. The Tyger is open 5–11 PM Monday through Friday and 12–11 PM Saturday and Sunday, which gives planners both weeknight and weekend options.
Dress code is smart casual. If the occasion depends on a specific price tier, cuisine label, chef credit, or known award, cross-shop before committing. If you are comparing other New York City options, Le Coucou and Chikarashi are useful names to check alongside The Tyger.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose The Tyger when the plan needs a New York City venue with clear hours and a smart-casual expectation. Cross-shop if the group wants a clearly stated cuisine, menu format, or known price ceiling before committing. In that case, La Rubia, Vybes 109 ï¼æ°æ´¾é 楼ï¼, and Nha Trang are worth checking against the same night's constraints.
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Planning details
- Location
- 1 Howard St, New York, NY 10013
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- thetygernyc.com
- Phone
- +1 646 355 8693
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Tyger settles into SoHo’s cast-iron landscape with a quietly confident, historically rooted presence. High ceilings and original structural elements shape a space that reads less like a staged dining room and more like a repaired piece of the neighborhood: light is cooler and more directional, surfaces carry a gentle acoustic hum, and the room favors conversation over clatter. The design feels honest rather than decorative, and the restaurant leverages its location in the Cast Iron Historic District to deliver a composed, slightly industrial-sophisticated atmosphere that rewards diners who appreciate texture, materiality, and carefully calibrated noise.
Best For
The Tyger is a fit for diners seeking serious cooking in a neighborhood setting—think date nights, group dinners, and small special occasions where food is the focus. Because it occupies a transitional stretch of Howard Street between SoHo’s gallery past and Tribeca’s quieter character, the restaurant appeals to those who want ambition without ceremony: accomplished flavors, a composed room, and an experience that feels considered rather than performative. It’s a good option for parties who value a thoughtful menu in an architecturally resonant space.
Ordering Tips
Standout items to target include the kitchen’s signature Singaporean Chili Crab Fried Rice and the Phnom Penh Fried Chicken—both dishes are highlighted as signatures and are reliable anchors for a meal. Approach the menu with an eye toward those signature preparations to get a clear sense of the kitchen’s point of view. The description emphasizes ambitious, independent cooking, so prioritize the dishes called out by the restaurant as house specialties when deciding what to order.
Venue details
Ambiance
Bright and vibrant atmosphere evoking Thailand and Malaysia with fresh produce and rambunctious energy.
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Vibe
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Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Singaporean Chili Crab Fried Rice
- Phnom Penh Fried Chicken
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Howard St, New York, NY 10013
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If you cannot get the table
Try Le Coucou for a more formal French celebration, especially if a higher price tier is acceptable. Try Chikarashi if the group wants Japanese rather than a general downtown dinner plan.
Restaurant context
How it compares
Choose The Tyger when the priority is an easy SoHo dinner that can work for a date, a small celebration, or a casual business meal. Le Coucou is the clearer choice for a $$$$ French splurge, with a more formal occasion signal; The Tyger is the lower-pressure alternative when the night should feel less ceremonial.
For a more cuisine-specific plan, Chikarashi is stronger if Japanese is the brief. Nha Trang and La Rubia are better cross-shops when value and clarity matter more than a polished SoHo setting.
Vybes 109 ï¼æ°æ´¾é æ¥¼ï¼ is the peer to check if the group is choosing by neighborhood convenience and availability rather than a defined cuisine category. For an easy booking decision, The Tyger works when flexibility beats formality; Le Coucou works when the occasion needs a clearer luxury signal.
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Compare The Tyger
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tyger | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| La Rubia | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Coucou | New York City | French | $$$$ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #88Star Wine Lists 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #812025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #852024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Vybes 109 ï¼æ°æ´¾é æ¥¼ï¼ | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Chikarashi | New York City | Japanese | , | 2023 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #94 |
| Nha Trang | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at The Tyger?
Check The Tyger's official channels for the latest menu before you go. The key planning basics: The Tyger is in New York City, keeps smart-casual dress, and is open 5–11 PM Monday through Friday and 12–11 PM Saturday and Sunday.
Can The Tyger accommodate groups?
If you are planning for multiple guests, contact The Tyger directly and confirm availability, seating, and any reservation requirements before committing.
What should a first-timer know about The Tyger?
The Tyger is in New York City. Its hours are 5–11 PM Monday through Friday and 12–11 PM Saturday and Sunday, and the dress code is smart casual. If cuisine label, price tier, chef credit, awards, or menu format matter to the decision, check The Tyger's official channels before booking.
How far ahead should I book The Tyger?
For planning, use the hours: 5–11 PM Monday through Friday and 12–11 PM Saturday and Sunday. If timing is important, contact The Tyger directly or check its official booking channels.
What should I wear to The Tyger?
The dress code is smart casual. Keep the plan polished but relaxed, and check The Tyger's official channels if you need the most current guidance for a specific visit.
