Seasonal Dishes to Try in NYC This Winter
September 16 2024
New York is a food lover’s dream. With endless restaurants, food carts, cafes, diners, and bodegas on every corner—there is something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for cheap eats or a sit-down meal, the options in the city are, quite literally, infinite—but what are the best things to try in the winter months?
As the weather turns colder, comfort food is the best way to warm yourself up and the perfect excuse to brave the cold.
Ippudo: Ramen
A steaming bowl of ramen is the best antidote to the cold and a great winter classic. There are plenty of spots all over the city where you can enjoy the Asian favorite, but Ippudo takes the number one spot with the locals for their rich and creamy tonkotsu ramen.
Via Carota: Gnocchi
Everyone knows pasta is the number one comfort food all over the world, and New York is no different. Via Carota is known for its great gnocchi and if you’re looking for a cozy, romantic date spot with some of the best Italian food in the city—don’t miss out.
Balthazar: French Onion Soup
Winter weather and soups are a match made in heaven—and some soups are a lot better than others. Balthazar is a classic French-style bistro, serving one of the best French onion soups outside of France. Served with a bubbling layer of Gruyère cheese, it’s perfect paired with a glass of good French red wine.
Roasted Chestnuts
New York City fills with the smells of roasted chestnuts as soon as winter hits and enjoying a bag on a cold day is a quintessential New York experience. You will find street vendors serving up the snacks all over the city and they are a popular treat among both locals and visitors to the Big Apple.
Levain Bakery
If you’re a lover of cookies (let’s be honest, who isn’t?) don’t miss out on Levain’s. As winter rolls round, the bakery launches a range of seasonal cookie flavors including peppermint chocolate chip and gingerbread, and they’re the perfect mid-afternoon treat.
If you’re visiting New York in the coming months, the Hotel Beacon is a great spot for families, couples, and those of you travelling alone. Discover more about the hotel here.
