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New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13
Hybird is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

1. Hybird

75 9th Ave (Chelsea Market), New York, NY
Fried Chicken Joint · Chelsea · 27 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends two drumsticks ($7.50) and the truffled-egg dumplings ($7).

Berikoni - Brick Oven Bread is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

2. Berikoni - Brick Oven Bread

6.0
125 Brighton Beach Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Bakery · Brighton Beach · 6 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue calls this "a favored post-beach stop for famished locals, which means high turnover ensures a constant, piping-hot supply of cheese bread."

Oda House is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

3. Oda House

76 Avenue B (at E 5th St), New York, NY
Eastern European Restaurant · Alphabet City · 82 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says to try the adjaruli khachapuri, stuffed with feta and mozzarella and topped with a poached egg. Bonus: Georgian wines served in traditional clay cups.

Beyond Sushi is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

4. Beyond Sushi

229 E 14th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Gramercy Park · 119 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: Vegan sushi! New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says to try the Spicy Mang roll ($6.50).

Fiore's Pizza is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

5. Fiore's Pizza

165 Bleecker St (at Sullivan St), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Greenwich Village · 39 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says get a plain slice for $2.50 and don't fold it in half!

Glasserie is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

6. Glasserie

8.6
95 Commercial St (btwn Manhattan Ave & Box St), Brooklyn, NY
Mediterranean Restaurant · Greenpoint · 145 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says to get flatbread ($3), labneh ($4), chicken, black beans, and cilantro ($16).

Cafetería La Mejor is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

7. Cafetería La Mejor

191 Suydam Street (Wilson), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · Bushwick · 23 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says to get a cafe con leche (3.75) and the sandwich Cubano ($8).

Pok Pok Phat Thai is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

8. Pok Pok Phat Thai

137 Rivington St (btwn Norfolk & Suffolk St.), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Lower East Side · 76 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says to get kuaytiaw khua kai ($11) or hoit thawt ($10.50).

Eastwood is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

9. Eastwood

8.8
221 E Broadway (at Clinton St.), New York, NY
Mediterranean Restaurant · Two Bridges · 45 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says to get the Israeli scotch egg ($4) and either the fish & chips or fish sandwich for $12.

Grill 43 is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

10. Grill 43

43-02 43rd Ave (at 43rd St.), Sunnyside, NY
Turkish Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says to get the mixed appetizer plate ($13.95), the chicken adana ($9.95), or iskender ($11.95).

Mama Joy's is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

11. Mama Joy's

1084 Flushing Ave (btwn Knickerbocker & Irving Ave.), Brooklyn, NY
Whisky Bar · Bushwick · 20 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue mentions "impeccable shrimp and grits, cornbread as rich & moist as brownie batter, and matzoh-meal-crusted fried chicken" served with craft beer & American whiskey.

Yuji Ramen Kitchen is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

12. Yuji Ramen Kitchen

95 E Houston St (at Bowery), New York, NY
Noodle Restaurant · East Village · 65 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends salmon-and-cheese mazemen or bacon-and-egg mazemen for $9 each.

BurgerFi is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

13. BurgerFi

7.2
1571 2nd Ave (btwn E 81st & E 82nd St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Yorkville · 91 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says, "The house cheeseburger is noteworthy - on the hefty side with 2 expertly melted, strategically positioned slices of cheese, possessing a deep, beefy flavor."

Fritzl's Lunch Box is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

14. Fritzl's Lunch Box

173 Irving Ave (at Stockholm St), Brooklyn, NY
Sandwich Spot · Bushwick · 66 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says Chef Dan Ross-Leutwyler's "house-ground mix is cheek and chuck, and it will make you glad you're not a vegan."

Harlem Shake is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

15. Harlem Shake

8.3
100 W 124th St (at Lenox Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Central Harlem · 175 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue gives this place "high marks for the two-thin-patties-is-better-than-one-beef-bomb construction, and for how the floppy burgers bulge, tonguelike, out of the bun."

Blue Collar is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

16. Blue Collar

8.0
160 Havemeyer St (S. 2nd St.), Brooklyn, NY
Burger Joint · Williamsburg · 107 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue calls the Flat Top Burger "an an unassuming, nicely proportioned, modestly accessorized old-fashioned burger with a fine texture & salty flavor that hits the spot."

Breads Bakery is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

17. Breads Bakery

9.3
18 E 16th St (btwn Union Sq W & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Bakery · Union Square · 336 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the Frittata Sandwich. "Ask for it with the works & you get lettuce, tomato, cucumber, mild Gouda, cream cheese, smoked salmon, and a flurry of chives."

ABV is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

18. ABV

1504 Lexington Ave (at E 97th St), New York, NY
Wine Bar · East Harlem · 79 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the Breakfast Torta ($10) containing a fried egg, bacon, cheddar, avocado, miso mayo, jalapeno relish, black-bean puree, and a housemade hash-brown patty.

Chubby Mary's Heroes is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

19. Chubby Mary's Heroes

328 E 14th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Aves.), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Gramercy Park · 15 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the Chicken Cutlet with Broccoli Rabe & Provolone ($8.50) at this Artichoke-pizzeria offshoot.

Court Street Grocers is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

20. Court Street Grocers

9.3
485 Court St (btwn Nelson and Huntington St), Brooklyn, NY
Food and Beverage Retail · Carroll Gardens · 157 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says "no one makes better sandwiches than this quirky gourmet grocer" who recently joined forces with Caputo's bakery up the street. Try the Italian Combo ($10).

John Brown Smokehouse is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

21. John Brown Smokehouse

10-43 44th Dr (btwn 10th & 11th St), Long Island City, NY
BBQ Joint · 259 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue says, "Owner Josh Bowen might not be the first pitmaster to smoke his own pastrami, but he does the deli meat proud."

Mighty Quinn's BBQ is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

22. Mighty Quinn's BBQ

103 2nd Ave (at E 6th St), New York, NY
BBQ Joint · East Village · 519 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue calls this "Texalina" 'cue, a mash-up of Texas and Carolina styles. Try the Pulled pork sandwich ($7.75).

Alchemy, Texas is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

23. Alchemy, Texas

71-04 35th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY
BBQ Joint · 13 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the Frogs' Legs ($7 for a quarter-pound).

Tres Carnes is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

24. Tres Carnes

688 Avenue of the Americas (at W 22nd St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Flatiron District · 147 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the Brisket Burrito ($8.73) at this new Tex-Mex joint where Chipotle meets Salt Lick.

Fletcher's Brooklyn Barbecue is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

25. Fletcher's Brooklyn Barbecue

433 3rd Ave (btwn 7th & 8th Sts), Brooklyn, NY
BBQ Joint · Gowanus · 76 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the char siu pork ($7 for a quarter-pound), "marinated and glazed in a hoisin sauce blended with ginger, honey, and five-spice powder."

Delaney Barbecue: BrisketTown is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

26. Delaney Barbecue: BrisketTown

359 Bedford Ave (btwn S 5th St & S 4th St), Brooklyn, NY
BBQ Joint · Williamsburg · 164 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends beef ribs ($18 a pound). All the "beef comes from sustainable purveyors like Niman Ranch and Meyer Natural Angus."

The Strand Smokehouse is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

27. The Strand Smokehouse

25-27 Broadway (at Crescent St), Astoria, NY
BBQ Joint · Astoria · 194 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the lamb leg ($9 for a half-pound) seasoned with a simple salt, pepper, and rosemary rub.

Bún-Ker is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

28. Bún-Ker

99 Scott Ave (btwn Randolph and Meserole St), Brooklyn, NY
Vietnamese Restaurant · East Williamsburg · 146 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue names this "The Best New Cheap-Eats Joint" and promises it's "categorically worth the trip." Recommendations include, banh xeo, suon nuong xa, and ca ri ga.

Cutting Board is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

29. Cutting Board

53 Bayard St. New York, NY (Bayard St & Elizabeth St.), New York, NY
Asian Restaurant · Chinatown · 31 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends BBQ ox tongue ($6.95) and sea-urchin pasta ($9).

Ganso is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

30. Ganso

25 Bond St (at Livingston St), Brooklyn, NY
Ramen Restaurant · Downtown Brooklyn · 289 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the stamina ramen for $14.

Tufino Pizzeria is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

31. Tufino Pizzeria

8.3
36-08 Ditmars Blvd (btwn 36th St & 37th St), Astoria, NY
Pizzeria · 40 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the nonna pizza ($16) or calzone fritto ($12).

Porchetta is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

32. Porchetta

110 E 7th St (btwn Ave A & 1st Ave), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · East Village · 124 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue calls this "the best new cheap-eats mash-up" and recommends the carnitas tacos.

Nightingale 9 is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

33. Nightingale 9

345 Smith St (at Carroll St.), Brooklyn, NY
Vietnamese Restaurant · Carroll Gardens · 37 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends shaved collard greens ($9) and cha ca catfish ($12).

Glady's is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

34. Glady's

788 Franklin Ave (at Lincoln Pl.), Brooklyn, NY
Caribbean Restaurant · Crown Heights · 146 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the Octo for $12.

Zizi Limona is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

35. Zizi Limona

129 Havemeyer St (btwn S 1st & Grand St), Brooklyn, NY
Mediterranean Restaurant · Williamsburg · 82 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends crazy baba ($6), Aunt Trippo's falafels ($7), and babosa semolina cake ($7).

Dave's Hoagies is one of New York Magazine Cheap Eats '13.

36. Dave's Hoagies

7.7
26 Cedar St (btwn Pearl & William), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Financial District · 14 tips and reviews

ChelseaChelsea: New York Magazine Cheap Eats issue recommends the Italian ($11), "a fat, drippy, South Jersey hoagie served on a bona fide New York hero roll."