Serving up the one of the best dining experiences in the world, Per Se is quite simply the best of the best. Make reservations a month in advance and expect a meal lasting multiple hours.
The food here is good but what keeps people coming back is the rich, delicious cheesecake. Stick to the original cheesecake, they just know how to do it right, time and time again.
For a culinary seafood treat, splurge on the tasting menu at Le Bernadin and experience 8 courses of perfectly paired dishes from world renowned Chef Ripert.
Connected to the Smith & Wollensky restaurant, the lesser known grill has its own side entrance and provides a more casual experience at a cheaper price.
An authentic French restaurant hidden away in the Upper East Side, this old world, family run establishment provides an intimate dining experience. Time to brush up on your French!
Try the $10 lunch special - Peruvian Chicken with fried plantains, a salad, and a drink. Of course, you won't want to leave without trying their tasty, strong sangria either.
Come here for the oysters, Wild Edibles offers some of the best specials in NYC. We love "The Patriot" - 6 New England oysters with 3 draws of beer or 3 pours of wine.
The burgers here are awesome and they're made even better when paired with the onion strings. Good for a casual lunch or dinner. Keep an eye out for the old school bathrooms as well.
When it's nice out, grab a seat outside and sip on a Prickly Pear margarita with their chips and guacamole.
A taste of Philly in NYC, keep it classic here. Get the cheesesteak with whiz & onions.
A very interesting Asian fusion burger joint. Come here for the hanoi burger, tilapia tacos, and the yuzu cream puffs.
Prime location right by Central Park. Chow down on the Superman burger with a side of onion rings then work off all those calories by walking through the nearby FAO Schwartz.
One of the best under-the-radar rooftop bars in the city. If you're coming for food, get the M&M burger and the french fry tasting basket, otherwise head up to the roof to take in the great view.
Order the Chilean sea bss, squab lettuce wraps, and one of their wonderfully mixed drinks. Don’t miss the giant fortune cookie for dessert either!
Amazing sake selection and the authentic food is great for a quick, casual lunch. We recommend the onsen tomago, sakagura special, and black sesame ice cream.
For the best sushi experience in NYC, you've come to the right place. For the full experience get the Omakase, a personal dining experience with one chef who serves up piece after piece of pure bliss.
Calamari salad is out of this world, but what makes it better is the coconut cake for dessert. Portions are big so come hungry!
Simple Greek food done right. Don't come here without trying the fresh fish by the pound. We recommend the Tsipoura, Lavraki, and Fagri.
Awesome thin crust pizza and the seats outside are great. Try the tivo white pie with fig compote, bleu cheese, and prosciutto. Yum!
One of our favorite spots to get a good pastrami on rye. Don't sleep on the corned beef though, it's mouthwateringly good.
The city's best falafel and chicken schwarma and the $2.50 price tag can't be beat. Use the hot sauce sparingly though, don't say we didn't warn you!
You can get 5 dumplings for just $1 at this Chinatown establishment. For the price you might think the quality isn't good but it is authentic and fantastic, arguably the best dumplings in all of NYC.
2 hot dogs and a drink for under 5 bucks! It's open 24 hours, perfect for a late night snack, especially if you're looking for a traditional NYC hot dog.
For $4.25 get the #1 Bahn Mi Saigon pork sandwich. Loaded with pork on a crispy baguette, it fills you up and is light on the wallet.
A Japanese hole in the wall in the East Village good for a quick snack. Order the Takoyaki. You'll wonder what on earth you're eating and why it's so delicious. (Hint: it's fried octopus dumplings)
Vegetarian couscous at Cafe Gitane- is absolutely delicious with hummus on top and olive oil on the plate!
Awesome burgers and nice outdoor seating for hot summer nights. And the best thing? It’s open 24 hours a day!
The best of Korean food and cheap as well! Like most good food trucks the lines can get pretty long at lunch time, but at least there’s music to keep you entertained while waiting!
Think Vegetarian cooking is boring? Well not anymore. Outstanding!!!! You won't miss the meat.
Girly spot for lunch or a glass of wine. Cute waiters too. Don't forget the tiramisu.
Best wafels EVER!!!! Don't forget to try the Speculoos. Gingerbread cookies & grahamn crackers in a jar. YUMM
Grab a seat at the outdoor picnic tables and enjoy great pizza. I recommend the pesto crust.
Eat like a pig for cheap. HUGE portions. Don't forget the doggie bag. I love the chicken with veggies (white sauce)
Organic, local, sustainable tacos for dirt cheap. If there's a line....WAIT!!!!!
Vegetarian & Vegans rejoice....We can eat out. Try their Bento boxes. Great price for a lot of food.
A little piece of Florence in NYC. Try the everything Omelette - Truffles with a slice of Prosciutto & side salad. YUMMMM!!!! Take home a bottle of their EVOO.
Grab a seat at the counter and enjoy tasty noodles. Cheap, elbow on the table kind of place.
Good spot for breakfast & brunch. I love scrambled eggs with cumberland sausage & a pot of tea.
My go to Sushi spot. I LOVE their Bento boxes. 2 entrees with a California roll, salad & soup for $12.
Classic Jewish Deli. My usual....bowl of Mushroom Barley Soup & Hot Dog. Don't forget the pickels & cole slaw.
Latin 24hr diner. Fish tacos & caesar salad please. Not the cheapest diner but definitely different. Fresh juices too.
Mac & Cheese...the best invention ever. Don't let your eyes be bigger than your stomach. Very rich...stick with the small. I like the Alpine.
Belgium style Organic cafe with plenty of Vegan & Vegetarian options. Communal tables make it cozy and warm. Pefect spot for business meetings too.
Close your eyes and you'd think you were in italy. Even the waiters have accents. Ciao Bello
One of my fave spots. Home Cooking. Gobble Cobble Sandwich, 3 in 1 pie. Stumptown coffee, Eggs with collard greens.
Veggie Pierogi plate w/ cold cucumber soup: 5 STAR!! Delicious, lots of varying flavors, perfectly filling. $12.95
Barbecue Pulled Pork Wafel. Al Roker called this 'the best pulled pork on the East Coast'
Pork & Chinese Chive Dumplings are incredible here. Now appearing at the former Tavern On The Green in Central Park.
Jerk Chicken, a spicy char grilled chicken with Jamaican seasoning. What else would you order here? A Midtown gem on 7th Avenue.
Go for their signature Schnitzel Burger. Get it with the pesto mayo and Yukon gold french fries on the side.
What starts as traditional ice cream is quickly transformed by adding the plethora of unique toppings. We recommend the Salty Pimp – vanilla ice cream, topped with dulce de leche, and chocolate.
We usually go for the Citrus & Prickly Pear Slushie. The perfect urban pick-me-up.
Go here for fresh, flavorful & low-cost Cuban fare. Get a meat-packed Cubano sandwich w/ rice & beans ($9) & try the octopus salad ($6.75). Read more.
Unlimited Sangria @ brunch. Server is aloud to cut you off so it usually caps at 3-4. Don't be fooled tho, these puppies are 20oz of deliciousness and they have a wide variety of whites and reds!
Get a table on the second floor to enjoy the Flamenco on Wednesday nights, or Salsa on Thursdays. Unlimited Sangria during the 3-course brunch for $19.95!
Voted best Lobster Roll in the Midtown Lunch 2011 Reader's Poll. Read more.
Voted best happy hour bar bites in the 2011 Midtown Lunch Reader's Poll. Read more.
Voted best Street Meat in Midtown Lunch's 2011 Reader's Poll. Read more.
You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but we particularly enjoyed the Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookie.
Know what you want before you order, as the lines are long. Our recommendation is the chicken & sausage salad combo, fully loaded. Absolutely delicious, but don't expect to do much afterwards!
King Koti Roll! Spicy chicken tikka marinated in yogurt and spices on a chapati roll. The perfect midtown snack.
If you're looking for a nearby alternative to Le Parker Meridien's Burger Joint, look no further than Carnegie John's incredible $4 cheese burger.
We recommend the ham and swiss crepe here, but if your sweet tooth needs satisfying, go for the Nutella and banana crepe every time.
We loved the Mercedes Bratwurst Sandwich here. We also liked the Skoda (Chicken / Aplenwurst) sandwich, but anything from the German car-themed menu is fantastic here.
Burnt end brisket tacos are what to go for here. Mexicana rub, arbol barbecue sauce with pineapple-habanero salsa
Swing by this truck for succulent, low-cost steak on-the-go. For $6, fill up on a Philly cheesesteak w/ unlimited toppings & waffle fries. Read more.
On the edge of Chinatown, this great spot has some of the cheapest food in the city. Try the fried pork bun, 3 for $1, or the dumplings, 4 for $1!
Go for brunch and enjoy complimentary sangria during your meal. Try the Currito Sucio or the Frita Cubana. If you stay too long (or drink too much), they will ask you to leave.
The "velvet chicken" is better -- and less difficult to eat -- than the name implies. Read more.
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