The Big Apple is looked at as the city filled with museums, parks, clubs and bars but people forget it is also the city filled with food! Any food category you can think of, any type you would like...it's all here in NYC! Check out the top 20 food places (in no particular order) you should try based on reviews, ratings and my personal experience!
1. San Matteo Espresso Bar
Address: 1739 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128
This authentic small pizzeria serves you the best Neapolitan brick oven pies. Being someone who has visited Italy, I can tell you that this pizza is not only light and delicious but also extremely authentic! The ingredients are fresh and there are so many different options to choose from you will never get sick of this pizza. Every time you take a bite into one of these personal pies, you feel as if you have been transported to Italy.
Address: 178 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002
Known for its chicken and waffles as well as its American comfort food, this place would please anyone! I recommend the Chicken and Waffles because it is hands down the tastiest combination.
3) Gran Electrica
Address: 5 Front St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Regional Mexican food with fresh ingredients, and dishes with insane flavor... what more needs to be said?
4) Cafe Mogador
Address: 101 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009
Who knew Moroccan food could be so good? Try something out of the ordinary and eat here! I recommend the chicken shish kebab! Light and sautéed very well.
5) Dough
Address:14 W 19th St, New York, NY 10011
Fluffy, flavorful, doughy donuts. That is all.
6) BEC
Address: 148 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011
Yes, there is a restaurant dedicated solely to different types of bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches. Beware as this place can be addicting.
Address: 21 9th Ave, New York, NY 10014
A globally influenced seafood restaurant is one so tasty, celebrities are constantly sighted eating here. Maybe its cause of "Top Chef" winner Hung Huynh's seafood menu!
8)Home Frite (At Smorgasburg)
Address: East River State Park, 90 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Smorgasburg is the ultimate food lover heaven and includes various options from many different vendors. One of these vendors is Home Frite, aka the best fries you will ever eat! They have garlic parmesian as well. Pair with some chipotle mayo and you are in french fry heaven!
9) Freemans
Address: End Of Freeman Alley, off of Rivington St, New York, NY 10002
This cozy restaurant at the back of Freeman's alley not only has high-quality food but also a private, cozy space anyone would enjoy.
10) Bottega Falai
Address: 267 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012
This place combines fresh bread and premium Italian meats to give you the perfectly crafted panini. Best panini I have ever had because of freshness and authenticity!
11) Two Hands
Address: 164 Mott St, New York, NY 10013
Healthy food does NOT have to taste bad. Two hands serves up delicious dishes like an acai bowl, avocado toast and fresh drinks that are so flavorful.
12) Saggio
Address: 829 W 181st St, New York, NY 10033This Southern Italian style restaurant gives you authenticity, intense flavor and interesting dishes that will have you coming back for more. I highly recommend this restaurant, as it is my absolute favorite Italian food I have ever tried.
13) Allswell
Address: 124 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
The crispy chicken sandwich is EVERYTHING. A must try if you are ever in, near or far from Brooklyn.
14) Milk Bar
Address: 561 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024
Soft serve cereal milk ice cream with cereal on top = Delicious and different. A must try if you want the tastiest ice cream!
15) Shake Shack
Address: Madison Ave & E 23rd St, New York, NY 10010
Yes, Shake Shack may be a chain...but these burgers are no joke! Pair with some fries and frozen custard and you will not be disappointed!
16) Emack and Bolio's
Address: 1564 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10028
The ice cream alone is amazing but have it in a cereal cone and your taste buds will explode!
17) Delicatessen
Address: 54 Prince St, New York, NY 10012
Deli? Nope! "Upscale takes on American comfort food in a minimalist space with retractable walls" because google gives the perfect description.
18) Levain Bakery
Address: 167 W 74th St, New York, NY 10023
There are constant lines out the door for these soft gooey cookies...doesn't that say something? Yes, that its a must try!
19) Sugar Factory
Address: 835 Washington St, New York, NY 10014
American food plus the sweetest desserts and cocktails make you go into the ultimate sugar coma. You will enjoy every sugary bite that you eat here.
Address: 32 Spring St, New York, NY 10012
Thin crust, endless toppings and coal fire pizza, gives you the most flavorful dining experience EVER. Absolute saucy, cheesy and crunchy goodness.
