As two people who lived right outside of NYC and worked there for years, we’ve taken several chomps out of the Big Apple. In this guide we dish out our favorite bites in Lower Manhattan (that is, 14th Street down) for folks who see food as more than just fuel! When it comes to food, we look to have meals that will turn into core memories, or are so good we need to return multiple times. We look for unique eats, umami flavors, photogenic environments, and great atmosphere. You can be sure that the spots on our list either fly under the radar or are worth the hype. Regardless, you’ll leave with a very happy stomach.

If you like to have a lot of options to choose from, this is the guide for you. Whether you’re on the go, taking a meal slow, identify as a local or tourist, family or couple, we’ll point you in the right direction towards the tastiest foodie gems. Inside this guide, you’ll find some of our favorite dishes, voice recordings aplenty, and pics from a handful of unforgettable meals. When it comes to food, we don’t discriminate, so you’ll find options from Japanese to French, budget to splurge, and from vegan to carnivore. We’re also sure to denote places that are especially allergen friendly.

Here’s what you’ll find inside:

☕️5 Coffee spots / Cafes
🍕 3 Grab-n-gos
🥟 3 Food halls
🍝6 Sit-down restaurants
🤑 2 Fine dining that are worth the splurge
🌱 4 Vegan and vegetarian
🍸 3 Libation spots
🗺️ An interactive map of all locations 

This guide is worth the value because you’ll be able to use it multiple times. This is also a living map, so your unlocked guide will be updated as we continue to add more locations!

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Starbucks Reserve Roastery New York

The first floor has pastries, artisanal pizzas, breads, sandwiches, and lattes that are a step up from your average PSL, like the Nitro Almondmilk Mocha. You'll find items on the menu here that you won't find in any other Starbucks location. Their tirsamisu is also a favorite of ours we get each time we go in there!

You can also purchase coffee beans, ground coffee, or merch. The bottom floor is a sit down section. Head up to the second floor for an espresso martini at the Bar Mixato! You can’t go wrong with an espresso martini. Tip is included with in your bill and they usually give you a free plate of small bites with your cocktails. Great place to pop in any time of the day.

There are only six cities in the world that have a Reserve Roastery. If you enjoy Starbucks definitely add this to your list! 
Sometimes the wait for a table at their bar is long so put your name in right when you arrive!

This is the BIGGEST Starbucks with unique drinks and food. They have a $30 espresso martini flight as well!