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NYC Food Recommendations

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DoubleEgger
DoubleEgger Posts: 17,332
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Headed to NYC in a couple of weeks for a few days. Throw ol’ Double some food and drink recommendations… 
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,800
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    Here is a post I made from around 15 months ago-likely OBE but some info-

    "I recall you are soon headed to NYC for a vacation.  Got back three weeks ago.  Had a great time.  I'm sure you are well versed with the city but let me offer a sleeper restaurant: Shuka (mediterranean style) linked here:
    https://www.shukanewyork.com/  The chef did well in recent Beard competition (NYS finalist).  Got the steer from a local brewery staff and it hit the spot.
    If you are in search of Neopolitan pizza then Lombardi's is worth the stop as mentioned on the forum.  Pro tip-cash only although they do have an ATM on site.
    Playing tourist the 9/11 Museum is "must see." Figure 2-3 hours to give it a good look.  Extremely well done and the venue is impressive.  
    Staten Island ferry over and immediately back (it's free) on a weekend.  Runs 24/7 and the view of Manhattan. 
    If into oysters then the Grand Central Oyster bar (closed on weekends).  
    The city is still recovering from the covid shutdown.  While busy the traffic and street crowds are lighter than when last there in 2018.  Many small shops remain closed and will be forever."

    Hopefully others with more local and timely info will be along.


    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • buzd504
    buzd504 Posts: 3,828
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    Katz's Deli is a must if you've never been.
    NOLA
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  • xfire_ATX
    xfire_ATX Posts: 1,123
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    I have pretty good food all over the city so I'll focus on just these few by time square.

    The Lasagna Pizza here is something to check out
    https://maps.app.goo.gl/VUgTd7hW3en5BTcc8

    In general Chicken Parm Pizza is special there

    This is pretty touristy but the food is actually pretty good- Tony's Di Napoli


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  • DoubleEgger
    DoubleEgger Posts: 17,332
    edited December 2023
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    Thanks for the tips. We won’t spend too much time in the tourist traps especially around Times Square. I am planning on exploring the different areas, a day in Chelsea/Greenwich, a day in Brooklyn, etc. I prefer to explore off of the beaten path to get the real experience of an area. 

    I’d like to find the McDowell’s in Queens. Lol. 
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  • Mark_B_Good
    Mark_B_Good Posts: 1,539
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    You have to try Carmine's.  Warning, their plate sizes are HUGE ... definitely you'll want to share them.
    Napoleon Prestige Pro 665, XL BGE, Lots of time for BBQ!
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  • Wolfpack
    Wolfpack Posts: 3,551
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    Little owl- 


    Greensboro, NC
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  • Boatman1
    Boatman1 Posts: 16
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    Go to Dinosaur BBQ in Harlem.
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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 18,750
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    You may have already checked this, but peruse Eater NYC. They usually break down eats in cities by neighborhood, and other categories.

    I drop in now and then to check recs for Houston, and they've proven to be a good source of info. 

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • billt01
    billt01 Posts: 1,568
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    Grimaldi's Margherita.. Below the Bridge in Brooklyn

    if you buy one, you will probably buy a second...
    Have:
     XLBGE / Stumps Baby XL / Couple of Stokers (Gen 1 and Gen 3) / Blackstone 36 / Maxey 3x5 water pan hog cooker
    Had:
    LBGE / Lang 60D / Cookshack SM150 / Stumps Stretch / Stumps Baby

    Fat Willies BBQ
    Ola, Ga

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  • AlmaHolzhert
    AlmaHolzhert Posts: 16
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    billt01 said:
    Grimaldi's Margherita.. Below the Bridge in Brooklyn

    if you buy one, you will probably buy a second...
    Seconded.  There is an entire song by the Red Hot Chili Peppers written about that pizza.  Its called Under the Bridge if you haven't heard it.  
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  • Legume
    Legume Posts: 14,702
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    In all honesty, I would recommend you buy pizza slices, that way if you don't like it, you're not tossing a whole pie.
    Not a felon
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  • billt01
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    Legume said:
    In all honesty, I would recommend you buy pizza slices, that way if you don't like it, you're not tossing a whole pie.
    @DoubleEgger

    if you don’t like it, I’ll Venmo you the cash you paid for it..
    Have:
     XLBGE / Stumps Baby XL / Couple of Stokers (Gen 1 and Gen 3) / Blackstone 36 / Maxey 3x5 water pan hog cooker
    Had:
    LBGE / Lang 60D / Cookshack SM150 / Stumps Stretch / Stumps Baby

    Fat Willies BBQ
    Ola, Ga

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  • Foghorn
    Foghorn Posts: 9,927
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    One way to get to sample a lot of stuff in one area/neighborhood is to do a walking food tour.  We did one in Greenwich Village that was great and I've heard the one is Chelsea is also great.

    XXL BGE, Karebecue, Klose BYC, Chargiller Akorn Kamado, Weber Smokey Mountain, Grand Turbo gasser, Weber Smoky Joe, and the wheelbarrow that my grandfather used to cook steaks from his cattle

    San Antonio, TX

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  • Ozzie_Isaac
    Ozzie_Isaac Posts: 19,364
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    Saw this guy last time in NYC.  He might have some recommendations.


    No philosophers so thoroughly comprehend us as dogs and horses. - Herman Melville
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  • JohnInCarolina
    JohnInCarolina Posts: 31,250
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    @Ozzie_Isaac - was he under a bridge, by any chance?
    "I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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  • Legume
    Legume Posts: 14,702
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    billt01 said:
    Legume said:
    In all honesty, I would recommend you buy pizza slices, that way if you don't like it, you're not tossing a whole pie.
    @DoubleEgger

    if you don’t like it, I’ll Venmo you the cash you paid for it..
    I'm sure your money is safe, my advice had nothing to do with you or whatever place you recommended.
    Not a felon
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  • Givengold3
    Givengold3 Posts: 77
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    Carmine's for the family style Italian experience, Bowery Meat Company for the... well, meat of course.
    Concord, CA
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  • JohnInCarolina
    JohnInCarolina Posts: 31,250
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    Legume said:
    billt01 said:
    Legume said:
    In all honesty, I would recommend you buy pizza slices, that way if you don't like it, you're not tossing a whole pie.
    @DoubleEgger

    if you don’t like it, I’ll Venmo you the cash you paid for it..
    I'm sure your money is safe, my advice had nothing to do with you or whatever place you recommended.
    Hard to Venmo Shiba coin in any case.
    "I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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  • billt01
    billt01 Posts: 1,568
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    JohnInCarolina said:
    Legume said:
    billt01 said:
    Legume said:
    In all honesty, I would recommend you buy pizza slices, that way if you don't like it, you're not tossing a whole pie.
    @DoubleEgger

    if you don’t like it, I’ll Venmo you the cash you paid for it..
    I'm sure your money is safe, my advice had nothing to do with you or whatever place you recommended.
    Hard to Venmo Shiba coin in any case.
    no, for that I'll need his wallet address..

    at any rate, have fun in NYC @DoubleEgger
    Have:
     XLBGE / Stumps Baby XL / Couple of Stokers (Gen 1 and Gen 3) / Blackstone 36 / Maxey 3x5 water pan hog cooker
    Had:
    LBGE / Lang 60D / Cookshack SM150 / Stumps Stretch / Stumps Baby

    Fat Willies BBQ
    Ola, Ga

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  • dannys
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    One of my favorite restaurants in NYC is Dirt Candy. I know it is off topic for a BGE forum, but this vegetarian restaurant is great.
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  • Ozzie_Isaac
    Ozzie_Isaac Posts: 19,364
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    dannys said:
    One of my favorite restaurants in NYC is Dirt Candy. I know it is off topic for a BGE forum, but this vegetarian restaurant is great.
    Lol,.love the name for a vegetable serving joint!  
    No philosophers so thoroughly comprehend us as dogs and horses. - Herman Melville
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 32,951
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    dannys said:
    One of my favorite restaurants in NYC is Dirt Candy. I know it is off topic for a BGE forum, but this vegetarian restaurant is great.

    if the meal comes with a fork, its on topic

    Dirty Dinner Plate Fork Vegetables Stock Photo 2285898099 Shutterstock
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • JohnInCarolina
    JohnInCarolina Posts: 31,250
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    Lots of NYC discussion in this thread, too:

    https://eggheadforum.com/discussion/comment/2687816#Comment_2687816
    "I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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  • HeavyG
    HeavyG Posts: 10,380
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    New York Magazine has a food section that might be of help - https://www.grubstreet.com/


    “Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk




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  • Ozzie_Isaac
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    Thankfully McD's works to maintain uniform quality and taste across the Continental United States of America, so you at least will be able to find something worth eating.
    No philosophers so thoroughly comprehend us as dogs and horses. - Herman Melville
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  • Legume
    Legume Posts: 14,702
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    Is that donkey sauce place still open on Times Square?  I heard that had great reviews.
    Not a felon
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 32,951
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    Ozzie_Isaac said:
    Thankfully McD's works to maintain uniform quality and taste across the Continental United States of America, so you at least will be able to find something worth eating.

    big changes happening with mcd's this winter 2024. higher grill settings to cook the burgers, more sauce on a big mac......its going to be huge........
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • Botch
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    fishlessman said:
    ...big changes happening with mcd's this winter 2024. 
    They've ruined their Sausage Biscuits, the only item I ever visited them for.  
    _____________

    "In the high school halls, in the shopping malls,

    Be cool, or be cast out"  

     -  Rush, Subdivisions 

     



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  • fishlessman
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    Botch said:
    fishlessman said:
    ...big changes happening with mcd's this winter 2024. 
    They've ruined their Sausage Biscuits, the only item I ever visited them for.  
    I just go for the coffee, black, they get that wrong sometimes at the drive thru
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • JohnInCarolina
    JohnInCarolina Posts: 31,250
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    fishlessman said:
    Botch said:
    fishlessman said:
    ...big changes happening with mcd's this winter 2024. 
    They've ruined their Sausage Biscuits, the only item I ever visited them for.  
    I just go for the coffee, black, they get that wrong sometimes at the drive thru
    They F you at the drive thru…
    "I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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