I haven’t been in a while, and some of the language on the menu is making me nervous (“elevate your steak“ with half a Maine lobster, a “steak flight” where you “crown a winner,“ etc.) Plus the fact they now have three US locations. Is it as fun and well-executed as ever, or are they falling off/selling out?

Hey folks! Andrew from nyc pizza week here. I’m putting together a list of slice shops to visit and possibly include in the next My goal is about 40 shops (up from 21), with coverage across all five boroughs and most major neighborhoods.

My pizza shop criteria are pretty simple:

1. They sell pizza by the slice. No whole-pie-only shops. I'm working on a "whole pie" pizza week event for Winter 2027.
2. Great slices all around. If a shop makes multiple styles, every style has to be outstanding. I’ve been to places with a fantastic grandma slice and a so-so NY slice (and vice versa), and that doesn’t make the cut.
3. Independent shops. If a business is opening locations all over NYC and across the country, good for them, but they’re not who I want to highlight.
4. If a shop already has lines out the door every single day, I rather not include them. Those shops are doing great without me.
5. Worth the trip. Most importantly: would anyone happily take a bus or subway for 30 to 90 minutes to get there, and will the pizza wow the eater?

There are a few other factors at play, but those are the big ones.

I already have a solid list, but I know I’m missing some shops. So hopefully you pizza fanatics can tell me your local favorites that I should visit.

... I'm on a bus into the city. Where can I treat myself last minute? Solo.

Just as the title says. The menu is interesting and tons of good options but figured I'd crowdsource the question to get inspired.

If you’ve been to both or either, how was your experience? Bong seems like not good value but Cambodian restaurants are relatively rare (the only similarly acclaimed one that comes to mind is Mawn in Philly), Any thoughts and feelings welcome!

Got to return to the city again and eat around and try lots of things. Each time I come here I try to go to as many restaurants that I haven't been to yet, but sometimes I feel like I have to return to some of my favorites from previous visits.

This still is my favorite city in the world. The next step for me is moving here finally.

Chrissy's Pizza - BIG CHELS SPECIAL: Terrific pizza. The dough here truly is amazing, and the touch of olive oil on the crust right at the end is a game changer

Penny - Seafood sausage: I had high expectations for this place, and it lived up and then some. Loved how they let the seafood speak for itself and not overshadow it with other things. Already one of my favorites meals I've had here.

Penny - Brioche bread: I think this might be in my top 3 for bread courses I've ever had. Literal perfection.

Aska - Langoustine: In my top 3 tasting menus I've ever had. This langoustine dish was as good as people claimed it to be. I can see why it's always on their menu.

Aska - Crab custard: Another big highlight from this meal. Loved how every ingredient in the dish felt truly intentional and necessary.

Kora - Pastries: I absolutely love pastries and sweets, and these really satisfied the craving. While some have more familiar flavors, some really surprised me, such as the one on the top right which had turmeric in the custard which I thought was genius.

I Cavallini - Farfallone: Incredible meal. One of the best Italian spots I've been to. This pasta especially, so simple yet so good. I still think I prefer The Four Horseman just ever so slightly, but I'd gladly return to both.

I Cavallini - Pork collar: Incredible, no notes. I would've drank the sauce if I could.

Shu Jiao Fu Zhou - peanut noodles and pan fried dumplings: The peanut noodles were good, but I thought the dumplings were phenomenal. Also 8.5 dollars for both, in this economy?

ARIARI - Scallop DIY GIMBAP: Amazing modern Korean food. Made me miss Busan. I live next to an area with many traditional Korean spots, so when I come to NYC I try to check out the modern takes on the food.

ARIARI - Beef tartare: A flavor bomb. Lots of different ingredients but nothing feels unnecessary.

L'Appartement 4F: Raspberry croissant: This is still my favorite bakery in the city. Pretty much my first stop each time I come here.

Bánh Anh Em - Crispy pork Bahn Mi: This also became another must stop each time I return. This place literally makes everything by hand and it truly shows.

Bánh Anh Em - Bánh Bè: Everything I have here is just so damn good. Still is by far my favorite Vietnamese spot I've been to, and probably top 5 overall favorite spots.

Lei - Sweet and Sour Beef Short Rib: This was really good. A wine bar with Chinese inspired dishes. The vibes here are also terrific.

Stars - vibe: New wine bar by the same team behind Claud and Penny. Walk in only, with a big focus on the wines with some really small bites. I got to enjoy some earl gray Panna cotta and sweet wine, incredible combination.

Breakfast by Salt's Cure - Banana walnut pancakes: These were honestly great. Super gooey center which I loved, and the edges had a really nice crisp.

Now until next time, or until I move here once and for all.

Hi everyone!

I’m planning to visit both The Met and The Met Cloisters this Saturday. My plan is to start at the main Met in the morning and head uptown to the Cloisters in the afternoon.

I’m looking for some good lunch recommendations along the way or near the Met before I head uptown. I’m open to any cuisine [the only restriction is that I don’t eat pork].

Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

Found myself staying in LIC tonight (hotel prices are spiking right now it seems) and passed this place on the way to my hotel.

I was originally planning to hit Rice Thief but wasn’t sure how much I was going to eat on my new glp1 dose and didn’t want to waste the seafood.

Anyway! Glad I went here! Had the minced pork & peas noodle (excellent $15), cucumber salad (boring and a little salty $8), and a yuzu soda (yummy $6)

I haven’t seen this place mentioned before but I highly recommend it.

http://www.fer-nyc.com/

Looking for the tastiest fish tacos in nyc

A long time ago, I used to work in a Japanese restaurant run by Chinese people, and the best dish on the menu was fried rice. It was not too soy heavy; the chef only ever used a dash. The bulk of the flavor came from the wok. The rice was dry, smoky, perfectly balanced. That's what I'm looking for.

I've tried looking in other threads, but keep getting other cuisines or more extravagent styles of fried rice suggested. SEA fried rice and kimchi fried rice is generally good, if not great. Not looking for Ecuadorian fried rice. Nor am I looking for some duck fat, pork belly, crab, or chili infused overindulgence.

I'm looking for the best wok technique, simple ingredients, and a humble flavor profile done to perfection.

Does anyone know where I can my dream fried rice?

Wondering if there’s places that people wouldn’t normally think to go for dinner that night that are either doing a fun alternative or simply doing their usual menu but less busy than usual?

Looking for a good noodle spot for some saucy noodles. Not soup. Going to New World Mall but will go around if I have to

Also called șorici, where I could find such think? Not like chips.. plain pork skin with salt.. example

I will be doing a staycation and want to spend some time going to restaurants that I normally don’t have the opportunity to go to since I am working my
corporate job. Last time I did something like this, I went to Bubby’s on a Monday in the middle of the day - places such as these is what I’m looking for. I’m also not a picky eater. thanks in advance!

Looking for a reality check from fellow New Yorkers on tipping etiquette for hybrid/counter-service spots. What are tipping expectations for places where you get your own water and utensils from a communal bar?

I frequent a Malatang place in Manhattan about once a week. The concept is for you to grab a bowl, pick out your own raw ingredients from a fridge, weigh it, and pay upfront at the counter. The kitchen cooks it, and the only "service" is a runner bringing the bowl to your table and eventually clearing the dish.

I’m a light eater, so my bill is usually on the lower side. I typically leave a flat $2 tip (which comes out to around 12% for my portion size) because nevertheless I’m dining in.

However, they recently updated their POS screen to a percentage-based layout. The default options are now high, with the default at 20%. The last two time I went, I manually adjusted the default to 18%, which I don’t think was unusual behavior, but the cashier gave me the dirtiest look both times.

I’m not anti-tipping (although I’m not a fan either), I always tip a standard 18-20% at traditional sit-down restaurants (and occasionally 22% if the service was exceptional).

I fully acknowledge that I am dining in. But I draw the line at being treated poorly for not hitting 20%+ at a place where I literally had to walk back up to the counter just to find my own chopsticks because they couldn't bother bringing them with the food.

What is the general sentiment for these types of places? Are we supposed to stick to the typical full-service 20% tips at Malatang counter spots, or is the cashier being a bit entitled?

It's my parents' last night in town, and it was my birthday recently. They want to take me out for a belated birthday dinner, but last minute seats are hard to come by.

I came close to booking 63 Clinton, but the recent reviews look disappointing. Not sure if those are for this menu.

Icca had seats at their Italian counter last I checked as well.

Recs? I haven't been to either.

(Please don't see this post and go book for tonight. 🫠)

Pasta is priority but will take all comments into consideration!!

I’m looking mainly in Manhattan but open to Brooklyn too

Hi, me and a group of about 9 friends are looking to get some beers and cheap bar food for the NFL game tonight. Most of them are from long island, so they'll be taking the train into Penn Station. We're looking for a place that's not super rowdy, has good food, and hopefully some drink deals and/or just cheaper draft beer prices. A lot of the places around Penn Station seem super busy with decent-looking food and high prices, so we're willing to travel for something more low-key. Thanks

My thoughts are Crevette or Penny or quique crudo but none are open for lunch. Manhattan preferred because the weather doesn’t look too great tomorrow but also would go to Brooklyn.

Edit: will also expand my search to sushi

Hello everyone! I have a friend coming in at 10AM next Friday and this will be her first time in NYC. im looking for suggestions for brunch, or maybe a restaurant that’s hard to get into but not a hassle during the morning/lunch time. Besides the food, we’re looking for somewhere with good drinks during that time. Thank you!

Have an out of town friend visiting looking to do tasting menu while in town. Our schedule requires somewhere that is open Sunday for dinner. We have narrowed it down to Bom and Nokus since neither of us have been to neither. We have a preference for the more experimental. Some places we've been to and enjoyed: Le Bernardin, Fervo, Jua, Jingsik, Huso, Aska, Atomix, 63 Clinton, Cormia, Family Meal, and The Modern. Open to other suggestions too. Thanks!

Employee was blocking the door and health inspection tag but Markette shut down immediately by the health department

I lived in NYC so long ago, and now I know nothing. Le sigh.

My friend is coming to visit and she's super excited to have Thai food. We are going to go AFTER a show at Studio 54, and I'm finding a lot of places have their last seatings before 10. This makes me nervous, although we'd probably be there by 10. But anyway! Any good recs for a fun, delicious place to take someone who REALLY, really deserves the time of her life? The vegan options are for me. I can always get some sort of salad if there's nothing, I'm more worried about her good time. Budget: she bought the tickets so I'll get dinner. Pretty good budget, like $300 tops. But also? there's a chance we may be dressed from the Rocky Horror show 😂

Thanks!