It's warm and cozy with a wood burning stove, soft lighting, antique floor boards and a heated garden patio. The upside is that there are always a few sensible wood grilled meats and veggies on August's very seasonal and upscale menu.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveIt's the park location that will lure you into the more upscale Grill or casual, open-air cafe. Both are extra popular when the weather is nice, and in fact the café is only open mid-April to November.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis is a pricey and gourmet market offering grocery staples, fresh produce, meats, seafood and upscale baked goods and prepared foods. For those staying in nearby hotels, it's a wonderful grab and go option that will also satisfy your quest for good food.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis Upper East organic vegetarian/vegan restaurant offers a casual setting with its plain wood tables, bright walls and off-beat artwork. This location offers delivery, take-out as well as fresh juices and smoothies.
Price: Least ExpensiveWow, with 1 MILLION square feet of space along an 800-foot concourse, this market is one cool venue for hungry travelers. Think very urban farmer type market, but with more individual food shops AND a number of swank restaurants.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis Chelsea area restaurant features an open kitchen that turns out mostly organic, locally sourced and wholesome fare. The kitchen's wood-burning oven, rotisserie and grill ensure that there are healthily prepared options.
Price: Moderately Expensive"Anyone can cook a hamburger; leave the vegetables to the professionals". With a motto like that, we had to delve into this vegetarian eatery that impresses with its flavorful take on all things green, orange and purple. The space is fairly small, lighting dim, and tables close.
Price: ExpensiveWho doesn't love breakfast? Well, if you don't, eat it anyway since research suggests it's one of the best things you can do for your health! Anyway, this Lower East Side shop dedicates itself to the art of the egg sandwich...and other egg-centric dishes.
Price: Least ExpensiveThe brick oven is the centerpiece for this West Village eatery. The space is smallish and cosy with exposed brick and wood floors. There is seating both indoors and outdoors on the heated patio. In terms of menu, we recommend Emily for its salads, gourmet pizzas and veggie appetizer.
Price: Moderately ExpensivePizza lovers are happy. Salad eaters are happy. And BIG eaters are happy. It's a potential win for Athletic-Minded Travelers at this Upper East Pizza eatery. And just as you can glean from the name, these slices are square, Detroit style.
Price: Least ExpensiveThe soaring ceilings and oversized windows complement the warm woods, fresh floral displays and antique flourishes. Everything came from Japan and it's impressive. Think stylish, swank, & beautiful.
Price: ExpensiveFoodies LOVE Jean-Georges and the Tin Building is his culinary destination located in lower Manhattan’s historic Seaport. The upscale food hall offers a number of dining options for varying tastes. And there are two floors!
A few blocks from Union Square and a New York favorite for over 20 years, Gotham is the place to go to impress your dinner guest. It's upscale and sophisticated without being stiff or pompous. You're as likely to see someone dressed WAY up as someone outfitted in more relaxed, trendy attire.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveLocated in the Bryant Park Grill, the New York outpost of this LA original is ultra stylish with its chic decor, cool lighting and trendy crowd. If you are in the mood for a scene and don't mind paying up for Asian fusion cuisine, then Koi should not disappoint.
Price: ExpensiveMaybe you have already stumbled upon one of these charming bakery/cafes during your international travels.
Price: Least ExpensiveMaybe you have already stumbled upon one of these charming bakery/cafes during your international travels.
Price: Least ExpensiveMaybe you have already stumbled upon one of these charming bakery/cafes during your international travels.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis Midtown "Market" impresses with prepared foods, specialty foods and freshly made eats by the Mangia Chefs.
Price: Least ExpensiveIf you are looking to impress your dinner companion(s) and money is no object, consider this 13,000 square foot Japanese jewel in Tribeca with its lower level, haute-style dining room, chic "Kimono" lounge and sophisticated sushi bar.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveIf you're looking for a solid organic and vegan meal that won't bust the budget, this East Village eatery is a neighborhood favorite for its savory weekend brunch (that even meat eaters may appreciate).
Price: Least ExpensiveIt's famous. So, if you can get a reservation or hit it at an "off" time, settle in for the experience. The decor is French bistro with white subway tiled walls, oval mirrors, mosaic floors and a high, gold embossed ceiling. For francophiles, go! You may easily forget you are in New York City!
Price: ExpensiveThis Midtown bistro is a hop, skip and jump from Carnegie Hall, close to Central Park and a lively option for those looking to nosh on sushi, seafood, steaks, big salads and more. Redeye fuses east and west with its menu and decor.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis lively bistro located amidst the tourist bustle of one of New York's busiest intersections offers a wide menu that will please hearty and light eaters. The lunch crowd tends toward shoppers and tourists, but at night you're more apt to find a local crowd.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis lively West Village eatery offers a big menu of all the Thai favorites. The decor is casual with wood flooring, a bar for eating, wood tables and colors throughout. Seating is available inside and outside. It is definitely eclectic in terms of feel.
Price: Moderately ExpensivePrepared foods, produce, trail mix, energy bars and more.
Ready to go salads and sandwiches along with other goodies makes TJ's a great spot for a quick meal hit.
No wine sold at this location
8 am to 10 pm daily
Price: Least ExpensiveAll New York City farmers' markets are run by the Greenmarket, an organization formed to promote regional agriculture and support farmers. The Union Square market is the largest and features over 140+ growers in peak season. This market is held four days a week.
Price: Least ExpensiveWe love Food Halls and this one is all about Singapore! Yep, these stalls spotlight the cuisine and drinks of this southeast Asian country. At last look there were 17 food and drink vendors.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveCome for the healthy prepared foods and fresh salad bar. This location features the "Whole Body" store next door.
Lots of gourmet goodies for all. The salad bar is great with plenty of hot and cold items. Bring your appetite!
Open daily 7-10p
Price: Least ExpensiveCome for the healthy prepared foods and fresh salad bar. This is the largest supermarket in Manhattan and features a roomy cafe. It's in the lower concourse level.
Lots of gourmet goodies for all!
Open daily 7a to 10p. "On tap" from noon to 11p
Price: Least ExpensiveCome for the healthy prepared foods and fresh salad bar. There is an upstairs cafe with unique tables. The store is located bewteen 2nd & 3rd Avenue. Lots of gourmet goodies for all!
Open daily 7a-10p
Price: Least ExpensiveCome for the healthy prepared foods and fresh salad bar. Lots of gourmet goodies for all. This store features a grilling station, pizza, juice bar and upstairs picnic area.
Open daily 7a to 10p
Price: Least ExpensiveThis place screams local and loved. Peek inside and you'll know what we mean. There's greenery, a bar with stools, wood floors, closely spaced wood tables with bench style seating and lower ceilings. It's cozy and inviting. There are no pretenses here.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis Upper West cafe (part of the 20,000 square foot store) and New York landmark is famous for its gourmet ready to go eats for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Price: Least Expensive