Dining Articles
NYC's Best Soup Dumplings
When it comes to winter foods, soup dumplings top our list of go-to orders. Always filled with flavor (and broth), there’s simply nothing like taking that first bite into a bursting soup dumpling. Fortunately, NYC has plenty to offer in that department. Check out these five culinary hot spots to get your fill of soup dumplings. From pork to crab to shrimp, there’s no shortage of hot and soupy meats below.
NYC's Best Pho
Cooler weather equals soup weather in our book, and pho tops the list of flavorful favorites in New York City. Eating pho isn’t like eating any regular meal. It’s an art. From choosing which veggies you want in your bowl to the amount of mint and cilantro that will top it off perfectly, pho makes for an exciting meal every time. Rounded up below are the top five pho joints in NYC, an if you’re a fan of the steamy soup, these restaurants should be added to your bucket list ASAP.
Be Transported at Zibetto Espresso Bar
There's nothing like a crisp morning in New York City for getting you in the proper frame of mind for a visit to Zibetto Espresso Bar. Step into one of their three locations in midtown Manhattan and you’ll have the feel of walking into any small café from Trieste to Milano.
NYC's Best Soup Spots
Soup, glorious soup! There’s nothing like a piping hot bowl of it during the crisp, cool fall and the snowy winter in NYC. Rounded up below are the city's most iconic and delicious soup spots, located all across Manhattan. If you need a little warming up during your trip to the city, grab a bowl at any of these cozy establishments.
Cast a Vote for Deliciousness: Get Your Election Sundae at Serendipity 3
Iconic restaurant Serendipity 3 takes a bipartisan stand on the 2016 Presidential election by creating an ice cream concoction for each candidate.
Best NYC Restaurants for Business Dinners
A business dinner is an opportunity to wine and dine your client, which is never a bad thing when it comes to making a deal. These seven NYC restaurants will not only impress your business partners and accounts, but they’ll provide the perfect environment for discussing future endeavors. Next time you need to book a business dinner in NYC, make sure you do it at one of these fine establishments!
Where to Get Your Favorite Fall Drinks in NYC
With every new season comes a new bucket list of beverages to try in New York City, and the fall is no exception. Rounded up below are seven ciders, hot chocolates, specialty cocktails, and pumpkin lattes that will have your taste buds celebrating. Whether you want something spiked, something hot, or something fruity, there’s an autumn-inspired beverage here for you.
A Taste of Brazil in NYC
Whether you’re a tourist longing for the exotic flavor of Brazil or a local looking to spice up your culinary experience, there’s certainly no shortage of delectable Brazilian restaurants in New York City. From casual to posh, Manhattan has a variety of Brazilian destinations with prices that can suit any budget.
Best NYC Spots for Pumpkin-Flavored Treats
Once autumn arrives, many foodies and flavor enthusiasts start looking forward to the spiced flavors of the season. It seems like every restaurant and bar venue in Manhattan—from the casual to the posh—start to unveil autumn menus, which introduce an array of fun fall flavors. Suddenly food and drinks are awakened with the taste of pumpkin spice, a dash of cinnamon, the taste of apples, and more. Here are a few destinations that celebrate the flavor of pumpkin, just in time for fall in New York.
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Ed’s Chowder House Brings Montauk to Manhattan
The rustic pleasures of a seafood shack meet New York style at Ed’s Chowder House. As you approach this prime Upper West Side spot, you’ll feel the area’s glamour, centered amid Lincoln Center’s cultural plenty. Tucked in to the historic Empire Hotel (built in 1923, evident in the restored terrazzo floors and mahogany paneling upstairs) is Ed’s airy second-floor retreat, with blown-out ceilings and a friendly, sophisticated vibe.
The Best of NYC Bakeries
Croissants, tarts, cannolis, cupcakes, sticky buns, gelato—whatever your preference, Manhattan has a bakery to satisfy every sweet tooth. Take a bite out of the Big Apple: whatever you’re seeking is on the menu, so select a fave dessert or a neighborhood and explore one of these great NYC bakeries.
The Best Places to Eat in NYC Parks
Whether you’re hungry for brunch, lunch, or dinner or you just want to unwind with a few cool cocktails, there are a host of style-savvy eateries that are located in picturesque city parks or marinas. Ride the wave of early fall by checking into these local hotspots.
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Mochi Madness in NYC
New York is enjoying the enticing sweet known as mochi. The next time you're looking for dessert, rather than opting for your fave cake or ice cream, indulge in one of these wonderful Japanese rice cakes.
NYC's Best Mac & Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food, and when you’re visiting New York City, it’s one that you should definitely track down during your stay. All seven of the following restaurants, wine bars, and foodie shacks will not disappoint you in the cheese department. Whether you’re looking for a blend of ingredients that will leave you feeling like you just stepped into your mother’s kitchen or something a little more on the exotic end of things, the city that never sleeps also never lets you down.
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China Grill: A Fusion Pioneer Stays Vital in NYC
In the high-turnover world of New York restaurants, it’s rare to see a place survive for three decades, let alone thrive. China Grill in midtown Manhattan has managed to remain vibrant and relevant long after it put fusion dining on the map in New York City. Of course, between an inspiring space, top service, and memorable food, maybe the restaurant’s longevity (and its expansion to destinations as far afield as Mexico City and Dubai) isn’t such a mystery.
The Ten Best International Dessert Spots in NYC
One of the beauties of NYC lies in the fact that you can eat foods from all over the world without leaving the comfort of the city. From crêpes to Spanish gummies, you can get pretty much any international sweet within the parameters of Manhattan. Here are our picks for the ten best international desserts in New York City.
The Best Foods to Try in New York's Little Italy
Everybody knows that Italians know how to cook, but not everyone knows what exactly it is you should order when you’re hanging out in Little Italy. The options can be overwhelming, which is why we’ve narrowed things down a bit. Listed below are the best of the best restaurants to choose when it comes to eats in Little Italy. From cannoli and tiramisu to pizza and mussels, the Italians have you covered in their part of town.
NYC's Best Acai Bowls
From coast to coast, there’s been lots of buzz about the acai bowl. This healthy dish traces its roots back to Brazil and it's making serious inroads into NYC. Made of frozen and mashed acaí palm fruit, it’s often served as a smoothie, in a bowl, or in a glass.
NYC's Best Breakfasts
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and it’s also the most delicious if you do it right. And guess what? These seven NYC breakfast spots know how to do it right!
NYC's Best Boozy Brunches
“Brunch” and “bottomless” are two words that should always go together, especially when it comes to New York City weekend dining. These nine boozy brunch spots are the places to go if you’re looking for great eats and even better drinks. Whether you’re a Bloody Mary kind of person or lean more towards a fizzy mimosa, these options won’t disappoint, and neither will their eclectic menus.
The Best Chinese Restaurants in Downtown NYC
New York City has a reputation for some of the best Chinese food in the country, and if you dine at any of these seven restaurants listed below, you’ll know why. Forget chicken with lemon sauce and fried rice order, because the menu options at these fine dining establishments are so much more fun. Read on for the best Chinese restaurants in downtown NYC.
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All in the Family: Five Multi-Generational NYC Restaurants Doing It Right
There’s something about home-cooking that simply can’t be replaced by restaurant dining…unless of course the restaurant that you’re dining in has been in the family for decades. These five NYC restaurants have been around for multiple generations, passed down from family member to family member to become some of the most special and beloved restaurants in the city.
The Best NYC Summer Dining Specials
NYC is filled with summer specials in the restaurant world, ranging from marvelous happy hours to ridiculous prix fixe deals on lunch and dinner. Get in on the action this summer by making your way to these seven dining hotspots now.
The Dining and Drinking You Can't Miss in New York City This Summer
What better way to beat the heat on a hot summer day in New York City than by seeking refuge in one of our favorite spots for a refreshing beer or cocktail, a sweet treat, or an atmospheric dining experience? Read on for our picks for the must-dos for summer in NYC.
NYC's Best Soft Serve Ice Cream
There’s no dessert that’s more nostalgic on a NYC summer night than a large cone of soft serve, and there’s no time to want it more than during a sweltering day in Manhattan. If you’re wanting to step it up a notch from Mister Softee next time you need some soft serve in the city, then you’re going to want to check out these seven stops below. From Asian inspired to soft serve made with goat’s milk, this is the good stuff. We promise.
