Try the taco de pollo at this tiny deli. It's one of NYC's 26 best tacos! Snag a table by the fridges in the back and wash it down with a tallboy of Corona. Read more.
The favorite snack is the panelle special, layering smoky chickpea fritters on a homemade roll slathered with ricotta and sprinkled with Parmesan. The pastas are distinguished too. Read more.
i never thought i'd say this, but their smoked meat rivals katz's pastrami for best jewish sandwich in the city. montreal-style jew food mecca that moses would be proud of.
I grew up eating Russ & Daughters' and Barney Greengrass' smoked fish. Shelsky's is the real deal. Aquavit & dill, house cured gravlox is like buttah.
The premium sake selection pairing is definitely worth it. It was a crash course in the possibilities of sake you never knew existed (like rosé sake).
Stick to the Sichuan specialities, like the Ma Po Tofu, Braised Beef with Napa, and Twice Cooked Pork Belly. Prices skew on the higher end for Chinese, so come prepared.
Bring your out-of-town visitors here. Now I know everyone in NY has been here & done this, but man, nothing puts the awe in your cousin's face like going through a phone booth
Dim sum gets super busy around 11am on weekends, but worth the wait to come at noon when they bust out the goodies: snails, clams, tripe (along with the usual dumplings and shumai). So cheap, too!
The food at Sigiri is delicious and bursting with flavor. The chicken lamprais and string hopper kothu in particular. Don't get the Sri Lankan spice level! Bring cash!
sometimes you're in for something a little...kitsch. And russian! This place will satisfy you, adding also the fact that the food is good and is right in front of the sea!
Reasonably priced Russian with ocean views. Outdoor seating- climate controlled in winter.
Serves excellent Cantonese-style seafood dishes, but the off-the-cart dim sum is really the star of the show here. Read more.
Absolutely delicious Moldavian cuisine! Most portions are large and the prices are more than fair. Definitely recommend! Can't go wrong with anything you order, it's all great.
Fried, bacon-wrapped hot dogs are a speciality at this oddball wiener joint. (Head through the phone booth to bar PDT in the back.)
$31 AYCE hotpot (compared to $22 at 99 Favor Taste) but you get unlimited non alcoholic drinks and ice cream. Soup base: spicy butter beef is good but VERY spicy, herb with pork was not for me
Get half herb pork broth and half medium spicy pork broth! Bring and appetite and try and bag your clothes otherwise you'll walk out smelling like hotpot for days.
Clean, modern unlimited hot pot without blasting happy bday music every 10 min. Try the triple pot!
Unlimited hot pot. Lots of options. Great servers. They even give you a giant plastic bag for your clothes so they don't get smelly with the whiffs of hot pot infused atmosphere. Can't ask for more!
This is the most authentic and best Indian food in NY (have been to 35 places in Manhattan) . Yes it's veg (tasty as hell). Yes it's price fixed ( 30 $ cheap) plus great cocktails. Enjoy!!!
If Joe's, across the street, is packed then come here. Get the double sauteed pork. Spicy, crispy and delicious. String beans are good too!
Ever had fried pizza? Try this Naples specialty called montanara. The dough is flash-fried before it's cooked in the oven. Then covered with tomato sauce, basil, & smoky buffalo mozzarella. Read more.
Have a spanish breakfast: mangu with cebollas, queso frito and salchichas...YUM!
Incredible Korean BBQ. Gets mobbed and there's no reservations or a bar to sit at so get there early. It's worth it.
Box of dreams is the most wonderful experience only enjoyable in this place. Mini version is only available for dinner.
If you're going with a group, go for the bulgogi dishes, the Galbi Gui (barbecued beef short ribs) or the signature Samgyupsal (pork belly) Read more.
Tiny East Village deli with some of the weirdest sandwiches we've had in New York, all at very affordable prices.
Market plate is so delicious and perfect for sharing. Pictured here - Brussel sprouts with honey Dijon, artichoke hearts with parmesan, broccoli with garlic, pesto mashed potatoes
The soda fountain is stacked with Boylan's fancy sodas -- with means you can make the Mercedes of Soda Suicides™ here (20% creme soda, 20% black cherry, 20% pure cane, 20% root beer, 20% orange)
The Old Homestead serves up 28 day dry aged USDA prime grade prime rib dubbed the Empire Cut. $55. Certain customers will special order a double rib cut. $110. Read more.
Best. Sushi. In New York. If you go though, you must make a reservation to sit at the sushi bar in front of Yasuda and say omakase. Otherwise don't bother at all.
Queso & avocado tacos are on point. Love the Shiner on tap. Not quite as good as being in Austin but closer than a plane ride.
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.
Stop by the frites bar for some of THE BEST truffle fries in all of NYC or on weekdays for Happy Hour wine specials. The patio is great for a Froze with Hudson River views.
What's NOT to love about Carmines? Awesome staff, amazing food, family size portions and the cheesecake - to die for! Check it out!
Lofted by the chuggable nam jim seafood sauce, the smoky Grilled Porgy pairs well with a pakboong side. Nicely lit, open space. Ima come back and steal that washroom faucet.
Enjoy French Toast? Rice pudding? Try French Toast rice pudding. Massive portions, so get a small size unless you want more for later... a decision no one will fault. Oh, and read the signs.
This is Jewish brunch heaven. Just get there early if you don't want a long wait. Super Hebster -- whitefish salad, salmon, wasabi infused roe on bagel toast -- and the Lower Sunny Side (pictured).
Tuesday night happy hour brings $1 oysters and $6 specialty cocktails and rolls right into trivia night where you can win $100 gift certificate. The Tequila Rose was a personal favorite.
Whole ducks with perfectly crisp skins are brought to tables and carved before diners by skilled servers. Bring a group and a few bottles of wine — the restaurant is BYOB. Read more.
AMAZING food here. Dumplings in the corner are deeelish. Lamb was our favorite. And the szechuan place where you choose your ingredients is EXCELLENT
The $40 Chef's Omakase is probably one of the best and tasty sushi deals I've encountered on the UWS. 12 pieces + 1 maki roll, prepared with much TLC. Each piece is amazing. Must. Try.
The square pie is the best pizza I've had in my life. The circle pie is as good as any pie in New York.
Piping-hot, paper-thin slices of crispy, coal-charred cheese pizza served at a no-frills Harlem storefront for only $1.75 each. Read more.
Love this place!!! Everything is super tasty and the options vary daily!!! (Mangu on the weekends!!)
The Burger: Only available at lunch time and at a limited quantity, this patty is made of brisket, short rib and beef topped with aged cheddar and house-made bacon served with duck fat potato chips. Read more.
Service and food is wonderful, as is the wine. The sommelier gives great suggestions. Oysters, sweetbreads, pike were standouts.
The whole menu here is great but the pastas are what steal the show: the cuttlefish puttanesca, sea urchin spaghetti and goat fazzoletti all deliver
Get there early (before 7) to put your name in and grab a drink around the area while you wait for a table. The fish is delicious and fresh, plus the prices are reasonable for Omakase.
Pro tip: get an order of blueberry pancakes for the table and order a main. Don't sleep on the rest of the menu- latkes with salmon were amazing!
The oyster pan roast is New York's most perfect dish according to Adam Platt from the NYT. Get wine, eat shellfish.
Official after-work bar of team foursquare. If both bathrooms do not have foursquare stickers on the doors/mirrors/toilets, someone's getting fired... #justsaying
Gold sesame noodles are great, as were the dumplings and fish in hot chili oil. Not inexpensive but the service is very good.
Johnny Iuzzini gets his sweet fix with the Fromage Blanc Island Cheesecake at ChikaLicious Dessert Bar in New York, NY, on Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate. Find more tips at FN Local. Read more.
I rarely rave about a place, but this was so good. Go by 6pm and get a seat quickly. After 630pm it’s a long wait. Everything is delicious. Order frog if adventurous, beware bones. 🌶🍤🍜🔥
I understand people having different tastes, but 6.7 out of 10? This is the MOST authentic sichuan food you could have. Pricey? Maybe a little bit for those who are used to cheap "Chinese" fast food.
Split the fried bird royale, its incredible! Also get the cornbread, sundae, and madame petal cocktail - so good. Obamatini is good but spicy
Get reservations in advance to avoid 1+ hour wait during prime dinning hours. Outstanding and friendly service. The sausage party is a must try!!
Will probably be the most expensive meal of your life but the omakase is to die for here. Toro tartare topped with caviar, uni risotto w truffle and truffled wagyu beef add-on were def the highlights
Elvis. Cookie monster was OK but the mint ice cream was overpowering / weird
atmosphere is like walking onto the set of "i dream of jeannie" but it's not all kitsch... the food did not disappoint. I recommend the haloumi + cheddar bites, the lamb meatballs and crispy potatoes
Great food, make sure to go upstairs to the right. Very crowded!
What's not to like? Basically bottomless steak frites, and they are delicious. Get some plonk red wine to go with it and it's a perfect meal.
They have excellent lunch thali. At $25 a piece they give you three entrees along with bread. They have both vegetarian and non vegetarian options.
If you love Broadway, you MUST go to the Broadway Brunch on Sundays. Drag Queens doing show tunes?! http://repeatattenders.com
Got the Roti Telur, dumpling fritters, night market noodles and nasi lemang, all washed down with some Singha. Such a flavor trip! Loved everything and definitely going back for more.
Go for the kaiseki vs the omakase, it's 17 pieces of sushi instead of 20 but the little plates that come before sushi and the dessert course are completely worth it!
get free roast pork if you spend over $15 on their BBQ selection, usually 2 orders of 3 choices of meat over rice would be enough.
Great tea. As a German I appreciate the concept to pay the staff appropriate salaries and waive gratuities. Recommend a large pot of tea with two scones for $20.
Best Curry Chicken Salad (on raisin toast) I’ve had in a while..just wish there was more. Not a fan of battered fries but ATC II’s are quite tasty. Ham & Cheese Scone was totally dry & not good.
As a native German living in NYC, this place sated my stomach and soul. Service is friendly and the food is authentic and super tasty. For over an hour I was transported to my childhood and Germany.
The food is beyond delicious, the open faced Khachapuri, and the Taste of Georgia are a must, but every single thing on the menu we ordered was so good that we wanted to order more and more of it!
Amaaaazing vegan restaurant with diverse food options and a laid back but nice environment. Can't wait to try recipes from the cookbook!
For large format Chinese dining, Wu’s Wonton is King. You want Peking duck, Dungeness crab, golden fried rice, spring rolls, and, of course, wonton soup. BYO wine (not beer).
Great pepperoni & mushroom slice w/ good sauce & a hint of garlicky crust
This massive, flavorful mutton chop (actually a saddle of lamb) is well worth a trip to Keens, especially when you tack on a wedge salad, or a side of the famed prime rib hash. Read more.
Pork belly and fried chicken leg bento boxes. Top it off with an apple cider soda or root beer!
Sisig and crispy pork belly are to die for. Love how they describe sisig as chopped pork belly in the menu; news flash it's all the other delicious parts of a pig ('s face)!
Best fried chicken in Manhattan. Go with a group and also try the smothered chicken and pork chops. All the sides are excellent, especially the greens. And don’t skip that cornbread!
Must get oxtail soup!! Super flavorful. Chicken is succulent. Flan is to die for. Great authentic flavors of the island. ¡Muy delicioso! Bring cash though (they don't accept credit cards here).
Missed #nationaltruffleday @ishikawanyc @donpham2569 + Chef Pham’s creative bites of pure omakase heaven & delish house-made yuzu sake..worth every last ¢! #ues #nyc #sushi #sake #truffle #caviar #uni
Get the dan dan noodles, vegan beef + tripe in chili oil, and the general Tso’s mushroom! What a delightful vegetarian meal.
Some of the best authentic Thai that will get you sweating from the heat! Duck larb, papaya salad with pork, crab fried rice and pad kee mao all amazing. Wash it down with a cold Singha beer.
Everything. 10 pork dumplings for $3.50!! I got the oxtail soup, pork baos, and pork dumplings. They take credit cards 💳
Cash only. $5 for most things, $0.50 for a tea egg. Pork chop or chicken leg over rice are your best options; skip the chicken leg with pepper sauce (uh what even is that mayo looking like sauce)
Wontons w/ Spicy Sauce - amazing. Pork Fried Buns - amazing. Sesame Pancake with Peking Duck - amazing.
$128 omakase tasting menu only. 100% worth it. Unbelievable ingredients, cooked table side for max of 8 people at a time. Treat yourself!
Established 1896 and continuously family owned and operated. Renowned for its Neapolitan cuisine, but notorious as one of the most difficult restaurants in New York in which to get a reservation.
Crosby Street is an elegant boutique hotel with charming English touches and wonderful decor, a perfect balance of modern and quaint, artistic and cozy. My place for a quality Sunday afternoon tea
The noodles are made to order: the batter is strung onto a shelf in a steam cabinet and topped with whatever fixings you like (scallions, cilantro, pork, shrimp, beef stew, or egg). Read more.
Beef hand-pulled noodles for $6! Ask for extra cilantro & dump a ton of chili oil in it. Sweet & spicy cucumber salad on the side. Oh, and stick your head into the kitchen to see the chefs at work!
Kings Kitchen offers bargain priced dumplings, congees, charcuterie, noodles, and, casseroles of eel, duck, and other creatures steamed over rice with sweet soy sauce and scallions. Read more.
Mmore like onigiri vs Shanghainese or Taiwanese sticky rice roll. Sorta hybrid with the pork floss. And def not steam rice rolls. Had the pork with preserved veg...odd there‘s mayo in it 🙅🏻♀️mayo
Beef and Pork Jerky! Get the spicy ones, it's got a little bit of a kick but not too spicy, adds more flavor to the jerky, it's moist and a little sweet. Great flavors!
Pork intestine noodles are absolutely delicious. Seasoning of the soup and meat was spot on, and the noodles had great springiness. A gem in Little Italy!
This place is fresh and aesthetically pleasing food. One of the best sushi places I have been to. Remarkable warm service. The ahí tower is unforgettable!
This is one of the most adorable cafes I’ve been to! They serve latte art (they’re usually all bears) , bingsoo (Korean shaved ice), macarons & other cafe treats. They take pride in food presentation.
Amazed at the quality of service and authentic Cantonese food. Will definitely be back again and again. A bit expensive but you know you're getting fresh and delicious food!!
Eater: spicy fried chx sando has become legend at this house of Viet comfort food... big thigh marinated, deep-fried, then loaded w/pickled jalapeños, lime-leaf aioli, pickled veggies, & cilantro
Currently the pork dumplings are 5 for $1.50. On my first visit, the lady seemed to be mean but she does make a mean dumpling. The dumplings are flavorful & have a nice crispy bottom.
If on jury duty take $5 out of your pocket and get dumplings with scallion pancake. Enjoy!
Good selection of dim sum/ prepared snacks to go, if you can't be arsed to cook. Inexpensive.
This place has the most amazing seafood tacos hands down. And they're only $4. Pulp, fried fish, and dont forget the cevice tostada which was by far my favorite.
Really kitschy, ridiculous place, but in the summer there were some awesome tequila syringe shooters happening that I wholeheartedly recommend.
via PureWow: "Slightly more affordable in at the Park Slope location compared to the new West Village spot, where the sushi omakase is $52 (vs $60), and the sashimi+sushi omakase is $72 (vs $87)"
Just wow! We went for dinner and did the omakase $50 and ordered an additional Big Mac and Cheeseburger(pic). Definitely recommend this. The WagyUni surf and turf 🤤 You will leave full and happy!
The chocolate and mocha ice cream ftw😍. I also got one scoop of peanut butter Rocky Road; totally delicious. The chocolate chip cookies are a must they keep them in a warming oven; always fresh!
Get a Cronut, a Milk Cookie Shot, or Frozen S’Mores if it’s your 1st time here.
Newsweek '19 Top 9 BK Places: One of the best Middle Eastern eateries in NY, serves up excellent creamy hummus; Brussels sprouts w/pomegranate seeds, garlic and tahini; and tender grilled meats
Definitely come here for the Butcher’s Feast! You get 4 cuts of beef, banchan, scallion salad, lettuce with ssamjang, egg soufflé, 2 stews (kimchi & doenjang- soybean paste) & soft serve ice cream!
Everything about our experience there was perfect - service, food, ambiance. My favorites were the calamari flowers, asparagus, and Peking duck. Absolutely perfect food!
Chefs omakase was excellent, also wagyu sushi, seared salmon, spicy tuna tartare rolls , charred edamame, and salmon belly and poached asian pear, great service too
It is really great bbq but so expensive so only worth it if you’re kosher or rich. Otherwise Hometown BBQ. Dino rib is great but like $60. Brisket really nice and I loved the brisket burnt ends.
Spicy crabs and shrimp fried rice are a must try. The only issue was the wings which was undercooked. But everything else was good and they stay open late week days which are a plus!
The family team hopes to introduce visitors to the flavors of their home region with dishes like bhutanese style slow cooked pork, tibetan pulled noodles in bone marrow beef broth and pan fried skate. Read more.
The Momos are amazing and creative! Love Chaat, chili, sukuti, tandoori.. lassi is freshly made. I would eat this every week
Everything was delicious. Really surprised by the Tofu, incredibly tasty and melts in the mouth- a must-try! We arrive a bit late 9:30pm and they were out of the specialsI... we need to come back!
Can't go wrong with clam steampot and BBQ. Save room for noodles in the steampot broth and fried rice in the grill - they won't tell you upfront
Honestly, the best pizza I’ve ever had. And yes, I’ve been to Italy. The dough is perfectly thin, get the Vodka Pizza and the Rubirosa Supreme, both are fantastic!
Manageable lines on a Sunday. Super sweet but brown sugar is the trend in bubble teas.
Following decades of service as an iconic tourist trap & 3 years as a foodless visitor's center, this restaurant will be making a comeback, offering fine dining & take out for park picnickers - Curbed
The knishes here are really very good. I’ve tried from one other place, and these are better. I’ve tried mushroom, spinach and kasha and they are all delicious
I bought the salty chess pie for my coworkers birthday. It was the best pie I’ve ever eaten in my life. Go around noon (on a weekday) the pies are fresh out of the oven !!!!
What a treat! Highly recommended for leisurely lunch midweek. All the things, no rush.
Get a ginger latte, and an adobo chicken and egg quesadilla. It’s a perfect breakfast.
This place looks a little dumpy from the outside, but the food is pretty awesome. Try the cheese blintzes, grilled eel, and eggplant caviar.
Ramen and rice bowls are common finds at Donburiya, but it is the rib-sticking katsu curry: golden fried chicken atop an aromatically-spiced beef sauce, that is the game changer. Read more.
Outstanding service! Andrew & Kevin made our experience really amazing, bringing us extra treats and whipping up unique sauces.
Be prepared to wait at least an hour, but worth it! Cheap beer options and really really good yakitori. Moves faster with 2 people, but they can accommodate 4+ groups.
The sandwich featuring veal, along with melted mozzarella, tomato sauce, and slightly cooked spinach is absolutely delicious — and you won’t walk away hungry. The tripe soup is worth ordering as well. Read more.
Some of the best dumplings in the city, cash only, extremely cheap. Spend $8 and prepare to have enough food for the day.
This place is legit! Get a rice roll and soy milk for some good old fashioned Chinese breakfast. Could eat this stuff all day everyday. Cash only place.
Exhausted from weaving around little old ladies with shopping carts all morning? An HK milk tea and a weenie and chive bun make for a nice Scooby Snack. Fuel yoself.
Closest thing to a Berlin style doner kebab that I’ve had outside of Berlin — translation very good.
Can't find a more authentic Malaysian restaurant in town. Favorite dishes are the hainanese chicken rice and curry based dishes
Great Chinese food order your favorite dish u won't be disappointed. Cash only. Make sure you are heading to the one downstairs from the street/sidewalk.
black-owned business in NYC, opened by one Scarr Pimentel. Cheeky Sandwiches just across the way is also black-owned (by Din Yates). Pimentel famously mills his own grain every day (what)
The alley to this place is like being in a movie scene. The lighting is theatric and it’s a classic Chinese alleyway. You walk into this speakeasy and you find an amazing venue with amazing food.
Best dumplings in lower Manhattan. Get the pork and chive: 6 for $2.50 or 10 for $3.50
Roti canai = <3. The fish head is a bit intense. But the seafood basket is everything.
Best vegetarian / vegan food ever! The ribs are to die for! They taste as good or even better than the real ones.
The great unification of Italy and Japan. Wonderful drinks, try some fried pizza and fritto misto.
Loved this place. $45 tasting menu, if 4 of you then can try every option. Short rib grilled cheese pho is genius. Mochi dumplings, banana leaf speciality and sweet potato prawn fritter all incredible
This place is a hidden jem. Omakase tempura is the star here. It is so perfectly prepared and served. Chef Nicholas and the rest of the staff were extremely friendly. An amazing experience.
Everything on the menu is delicious. Best spring rolls I’ve had in America. The Asian fusion Scottish eggs and pizzas are also amazing. Not to mention the pho. And they even have fried donuts!
Incredible charcroute and pork shanks. Really great stick to your bones dishes and very friendly bar staff.
Get there early. Reservations for larger parties. Good food, free bubble milk tea. Fresh sashimi is my favorite
The sour cream apple walnut pie is one of the best apple pies I've had. The apples are sliced thin so the pie is akin to a French tartine than the traditional apple pie.
The birthplace of Harlem's Chopped Cheese sandwich... beware, you may be charged more if you don't look like you belong, LOL. A bit confusing since it's called Blue Sky, Blue Line, and Hajji's...
Oh my goodness!! Their chicken, fried peach mango pie, and pineapple mango refresher are so darn good
Bookmarking this place for their sisig! Just the way I like it. Very well seasoned, mushy (vs crispy variety), cut not too large or too small, just the right amount of fat to meat ratio!
Super authentic, tasty, and cheap Chinese food, probably the best option in this area. Packed with Chinese college students during the school year. Everything is good here.
A cozy Italian restaurant with "authentic nonnas" cooking in the kitchen! Fine selection of wines, and friendly staff to recommend. Be forewarned - CASH ONLY! Recommend fennel and grape salad😊
A 4 course tasting menu of Nigerian food. Fantastic food, great family atmosphere, and the chef gives a story with every dish.
An ode to New York City. Simply the best restaurant experience I've ever had. Ask for a tour of the kitchen and they'll give you negroni slushies.
Chefs grill nearly every part of the chicken over coals — thighs, breasts, knee bones, arteries, oysters, skin, ribs — and hand over the morsels as if this were a sushi bar. Read more.
Lives up to the hype. Space is super cute, menu and service even better. Fish and chips are great, but don’t sleep on the fish pie, roasted chicken, or grilled oysters.
Specialty beef or pork offal anju (morsels to mop up your soju indulgment). No resys but a waitlist you can join on the website. Say, whats in the white ~magic powder~?
When every other restaurant in Ktown has a line, Woorijip reliably delivers. I come here for quick meals when I’m in a hurry, or get to-go and eat in the park
Radizio All You Can Eat was DIVINE! Very well seasoned. Huge portions. Heavenly red Sangria! 👍🏻🥰
They serve traditional fare like kaldereta (goat stew) and humba (pork braised in pineapple and soy sauce), but there are also some new creations like adobo chicken wings and sisig tacos Read more.
Cute but super small tea place. Great British menu with all the savory pies, scotch eggs, and coronation chicken sandwiches to boot!
Decent Spanish food with a fun atmosphere. Go there for a date, if you are going for the food Mercado Little Spain or Ernesto’s are better. Pil pil cod is outstanding! Lovely decorations!
Order: Barbecued pork, shrimp dumplings, Chinese sausage fried rice, crispy noodles with roast duck, shredded chicken and pea shoots, sea bass with flowering chives, and salt-baked shrimp.
