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04/04/2025
🍽️ If I were visiting NYC as a tourist, here’s my TOP 20 MUST-VISIT FOOD SPOTS! 🍕🥩🍰
From mouthwatering steaks to the best pastries in the world, these are the places I’d make sure to check out. Whether you’re a fan of classic NYC dishes or something a little more unique, there’s something here for every foodie.
1️⃣ Peter Luger Steak House 🥩
The best steak in NYC—don’t miss the dry-aged porterhouse!
2️⃣ Clinton St. Baking Company 🥞
Home to the fluffiest blueberry pancakes and the best brunch experience in the city.
3️⃣ Eileen’s Special Cheesecake 🍰
Light, creamy, and a must-try for cheesecake lovers!
4️⃣ Emily: West Village 🍔
Iconic Emmy Burger and killer pizza—it’s a West Village gem!
5️⃣ Faicco’s Italian Specialties 🥖
Delicious sandwiches and top-notch Italian deli fare.
6️⃣ Russ & Daughters 🥯
Bagels, lox, and a true NYC breakfast experience.
7️⃣ Il Corallo Trattoria 🍝
Amazing Italian food in a cozy, intimate setting in Greenwich Village.
8️⃣ Champion Pizza - Soho 🍕
Known for some of the best pizza in NYC—crispy, delicious, and perfect for a quick bite.
9️⃣ Dominique Ansel Bakery 🍩
The Cronut. Need I say more?
🔟 Katz’s Delicatessen 🥪
No visit to NYC is complete without a pastrami sandwich at Katz’s.
1️⃣1️⃣ Levain Bakery 🍪
The thickest, gooiest cookies in the city. A must-try!
1️⃣2️⃣ Buvette 🍽️
A charming French bistro serving up delicious small plates and great cocktails.
1️⃣3️⃣ L’INDUSTRIE PIZZERIA 🍕
A pizzeria that serves some of the best Neapolitan-style pizza in Brooklyn.
1️⃣4️⃣ Song’ E Napule 🍝
A cozy Italian spot known for its fantastic pizza and homemade pasta. A true local favorite!
1️⃣5️⃣ Marseille 🍷
A vibrant Mediterranean bistro offering everything from fresh seafood to hearty French dishes.
1️⃣6️⃣ Maison Pickle 🍳
Known for its decadent French-inspired comfort food, including mouthwatering croque-madames and brunch classics.
1️⃣7️⃣ Barney Greengrass 🥯
A true NYC institution, famous for its bagels and smoked fish. It’s been serving up traditional deli fare since 1908.
1️⃣8️⃣ Bubby’s 🍞
Classic comfort food and the best buttermilk biscuits. A great place for brunch!
1️⃣9️⃣ Jack’s Wife Freda 🍽️
Mediterranean-inspired dishes with a NYC twist. Always bustling and full of flavor.
2️⃣0️⃣ Lobster Place 🦞
A seafood lover’s paradise in Chelsea Market—fresh lobster rolls, oysters, and everything in between.
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🔥 What’s your favorite food spot from this list? Or did I miss any of your must-try spots? Let me know in the comments! 👇
