New York is the city that never sleeps — and it never stops eating either. From pizza slices bigger than your head to rooftop brunches with skyline views, these are my favorite food spots in NYC that I think everyone should try at least once.
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Iconic thin-crust NY pizza slice (Greenwich Village)
Joe's Pizza
Legendary pastrami sandwiches since 1888
Katz's Delicatessen
Famous gooey cookies, perfect snack stop
Levain Bakery
Bagels with lox and cream cheese, Jewish classic
Russ & Daughters
Spicy pepperoni squares, cult-favorite.
Prince Street Pizza
Banana pudding that’s world-famous
Magnolia Bakery
the burger that started it all
Shake Shack Fulton Transit CTR - Manhattan
Home of the original Cronut
Dominique Ansel New York (Soho) based Bakery of Pastries
Authentic street-style tacos in Chelsea Market
LOS TACOS No.1
Huge Italian food hall with pasta, pizza, and gelato
Eataly NYC Flatiron
Iconic ramen + pork buns by David Chang
Momofuku Noodle Bar
Old-school Brooklyn steakhouse
Peter Luger Steak House
Trendy Italian spot, spicy rigatoni is a must
Carbone New York
Aesthetic brunch with Mediterranean-American dishes
Jack's Wife Freda
Food hall with everything from lobster rolls to donuts