Must-Visit Neighborhoods for Food in New York
August 12 2024
New York is a melting pot of different cultures and nationalities—all of which inspire different neighborhoods in the city. From Little Italy to ChinaTown, you can find some of the best examples of international dishes right here in New York—but if you’re a foodie what are the best neighborhoods in the city to visit for food?
Greenwich Village
Greenwich Village is a popular and trendy neighborhood on the Lower West Side offering a mix of modern eateries and historical restaurants. Whether you’re looking for a famous New York Slice of Joe’s Pizza, to sample international eats, or visit the Magnolia Bakery—featured in Sex and the City—don’t miss a visit to the village.
Astoria, Queens
If you love Greek food, don’t skip Astoria. The neighborhood is hugely influenced by Greek and Mediterranean culture—and one of the best spots in the city to sample Greek food. From Taverna Kyclades to Bahari Estiatorio you cannot go wrong with Greek food in the area.
Chinatown
No trip to New York would be complete without at least one visit to Chinatown. Whether you’re looking for street eats or a sit down meal in a family-run restaurant, Chinatown offers some of the best Chinese food in the city. From dim sum to the best noodles you’ve ever tried—there are endless dishes to sample—and don’t miss out on the bakeries in the neighborhood!
Little Italy
Who doesn’t love Italian food? From pizza to pasta, Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines in the world. The neighborhood is full of classic Italian eateries where you can sample everything from an “authentic” carbonara to delicious cannolis—and of course, the famous New York pizza slice.
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Street eats are quickly becoming one of the most popular ways to enjoy food in the city, with food markets and trucks popping up all over the five boroughs—but there is nowhere quite like Smorgasburg. Smorasburg is an outdoor food market offering a range of different foods from all over the world, head on over on any weekend between April and the end of October to sample a bite.
East Harlem
East Harlem is also known as “El Barrio” thanks to its huge Puerto Rican and Latin American influences. If you’re looking for Puerto Rican or Latino American food during your time in New York—don’t miss a trip to East Harlem
Jackson Heights
Can’t decide what food you want to sample? Jackson Heights is one of the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in the city, and the food on offer is a reflection of this. From the best tacos in the city to Momos that you’ll remember for the rest of your life, there is no place like Jackson Heights when you’re hungry but don’t know what you want!
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