This deli's standout is their famous Torta. A torta is a Mexican sandwich that consists of assorted meats with onion, lettuce, avocado, beans and queso. The possibilities are endless!
Pastrami On Rye With Brown Mustard: A thing of unparalleled beauty. Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations
One of the cheapest meals you can get in the city, and it tastes good too! Definitely get the Recession Special – two dogs and a drink for only $4.95. Bypass the $1 pizza!
Tony stops in for hotdogs and a papaya drink. As seen on Travel Channel’s The Layover with Anthony Bourdain.
Go here and get some real Belgian fries in one of those huge paper cone things. They've got dozens of awesome sauces to choose from. Open late for post-drinking food.
The plain slice here is not going to blow your mind, but it is miles above other pizzerias in the area. It's basically a quintessential NYC slice. They're thin and light. You'll need at least 2 slices Read more.
Go for the standouts, which are fried or pies. Order the chicken meal ($11) with three crispy poultry pieces, a large flaky biscuit and mac-and-cheese drizzled with hot sauce. Read more.
Get the pretzel croissant! If you need more to munch on, get a chocolate chip cookie but avoid the coffee. The coffee ain't bad but you can do better.
Go to Levain Bakery for the best chocolate chip cookie in Manhattan. Bring a friend; you won't be able to finish one by yourself! Read more.
NYC’s best cheap falafel costs $2.50. Also try the pita with baba ganouj or the shawarma sandwich. Careful with the spicy sauce!
Go here for deliciously cheap fried pork & chive dumplings - 5 for $1. Buy a frozen bag to take home – 50 dumplings for $8. Cash only.
Great for a quick lunch or those on a budget – get anything from the buffet line or try their pre-packaged food. They also sell Korean Beer and Soju!
