Many SLC students find themselves in New York City for at least a few nights out of the year. In New York, there are hundreds of dining options and there's definitely something for everyone. The question is, how many places will be open towards the end of the night and into the wee hours of the morning to satisfy that post party/exploring/appreciating/getting lost craving? In this article you will find six of my favorite 24/7 restaurants all over the city for when you need a quick bite before you hop back on Metro-North (or Uber if you are super fancy).

1. Scotty's Diner

Location: 336 Lexington Ave, b/t 39th St & 40th St (mid-town)

Price: Cheap, the pictured meal (two eggs with toast and potatoes) is just under $6 and the most expensive thing on the menu is just under $17 (Fettuccine with jumbo shrimp).

Scotty's Diner is near Grand Central station and can be your first (or last) stop of the night after arriving in the city via Metro North. Scotty's food is pretty good, but it can get quite crowded and the space is small.

2. Gracie's Corner Diner

Location: 352 E 86th St, b/t 1st Ave & 2nd Ave (upper east side)

Price: Moderate. Meals range from $10-$20.

Gracie's Corner Diner is a great stop after a late night at the Met, and it's just about seven blocks away. It's open 24 hours and it has your every day selection of classic diner foods. There is nothing remarkable about this one but it is a great bite and is not usually crowded. The area it is in does not have many people eating in the late hours of the night. I have been here more than a few times and have not been disappointed.

3. Tom's Restaurant

Location: 2880 Broadway, b/t 112th St & 111th St (upper west side)

Price: Moderate. Meals range from $11-$30.

Do you recognize that picture? If you watch Seinfeld then you most certainly should. What you unfortunately won't recognize is the inside of the restaurant because it is drastically different from what they show on television. The inside of Tom's on t.v. is actually a set all the way in L.A, but I'm sure all of you Seinfeld buffs know that already. Tom's diner is a great all night eatery with decent food that is just a few blocks away from Columbia University. Also, if you are there late at night there is a really pretty walk you can do around the campus through a path of lighted trees. One of my favorites on this list.

4. Veselka

Location: 739 Broadway, b/t Astor Place & Waverly Place (Near NYU)

Prices: A bit expensive with most burgers starting at $8, but overall fair pricing.

One of my most frequented destinations for night time activities has been the area around NYU/Washington Square park. There are a litany of fun things to do down there and my suitemates and I have developed a ritual that starts around St. Marks place and unshakably ends at Cozy's Soup 'n' Burger. Large portions and understanding waiters are the hallmarks of this place. They offer all the main things an all day/night diner might and they are unfazed by young people in all states entering their establishment at all hours of the night/morning. The burgers are great and as the title might suggest so are the soups—the split pea soup being one of my favorites. This is a welcoming restaurant and it is a must if you are down in that area and craving something warm and filling to eat.