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20 must-try food spots in New York City
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a blend of iconic classics, buzzy newcomers, and hidden gems,
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Semma (Greenwich Village)
 
Katz’s Delicatessen (Lower East Side)
 
Lucali (Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn)

Semma (Greenwich Village)

Bold, authentic dosas and regional dishes from Chef Vijay Kumar, blending tradition with fine-dining polish.
 
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NYC’s No. 1 restaurant for 2025 by NYT—South Indian cuisine.
SEMMA
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Katz’s Delicatessen (Lower East Side)

Since 1888, this deli has served towering pastrami sandwiches and remains a quintessential NYC experience.
 
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Legendary pastrami and cultural icon.
Katz's Delicatessen - Since 1888 - NYC's oldest deli
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Lucali (Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn)

Artisanal pies baked in a coal-fired oven, worth the wait according to line-snaking reviews.
 
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Revered NYC-style pizza.
Lucali
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