My Manhattan Food Recs
My Manhattan Food Recs
Hayley Taggart
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My running list of the best bites and bars in Manhattan! I'm adding to it all the time and love trying new things!
There are options for every price point and occasion on here :)
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Brunch/Starting the Day
maman
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The cutest brunch place that is still affordable!
There are a ton of locations
I highly recommend the avocado toast and the chocolate chip cookie (which is Oprah's favorite cookie!)
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Matto Espresso
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If you have the app everything is $2.50 from the lattes to the light bites
Is it the best coffee in the world? No. But it's cheap and they have a ton of locations
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Cheap Eats
Empanada Mama LES
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Cheap eats with several locations- we bring everyone who visits here!
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Wah Fung No.1 Fast Food
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a huge portion of meat and rice for only $5!
Be warned the line can be long, but it moves quickly
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Joe’s Pizza
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Where the "locals" eat pizza (there may be some contention to that claim)
but a great deal for a recipe that has stood the test of time
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Max Brenner New York
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The best hot chocolate in NYC !!
Plus dairy alternatives!
I have also had brunch there and the fondue is fantastic
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My Fav Lunch Spots
Katz's Delicatessen
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One of the original 24/7 delis in NYC!
Famous from When Harry Met Sally, the food does not dissappoint!
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LOS TACOS No.1
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My fav tacos in the city and a great deal!
Plus several locations throughout Manhattan
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Great Dinner Options
Au Za'atar
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for something insta worthy, order the table side Shawarma (which is off the menu)
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Ellen's Stardust Diner
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Singing waiters !!
There are no reservations and you will have to wait in a line outside. It moves quickly, but be prepared in case of weather!
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Sweet Treats
The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory
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Always hits with the Chinese flavors! Plus one or two dairy free options
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The Best Bars
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The Back Room
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One of the three speakeasy that are still running since prohibition!
It is easy to miss but just look for the bouncer outside a white gate!
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Attaboy
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Braden's favorite cocktail bar in the world!
There is no sign- just wait at the door to put your name on the list.
There is no menu- just tell them your spirit and vibe!
Pro tip- Get there right at 6 pm to put your name down
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Hayley Taggart
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Hey it's Hayley !!
Latte enthusiast, used bookstore connoisseur and huge fan of walkable neighborhoods
Having spent at least one day and night in 42 states and counting my specialty is traveling within the USA. I grew up in Southern California, lived for six years in Utah, had a brief stint in Orlando and now on year 2 in New York City.
Want to know the cheapest times and places to fly? My day job is a flight attendant based in NYC!
Trains more your speed? I once spent a month backpacking from Utah to Boston using Amtrak!
Love a long road trip? I have driven across the country three times!
After years of travel planning for my friends and family I thought I would share my resources with the world wide web :) I enjoy planning the trips more then actually leaving for the trips so this is the perfect place for me.
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