tourist spots worth a shot

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chelsea market

Food hall, shopping mall & and television production facility 

75 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011

Balthazar

Iconic French brasserie with steak frites, brunch & pastries in a classy space

80 Spring St, New York, NY 10012

Russ & daughters

Family-owned shop with smoked fish, caviar & specialty foods since 1914.

179 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002

Faicco's

Enduring Italian market offering sandwiches & sauces plus meats, cheeses, oils & more.

260 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10014

Black tap

Creative gourmet burgers & shakes served in a casually hip space.

529 Broome St, New York, NY 10013

Eataly

Branch of the famed Italian market, offering counters, restaurants & cooking demos.

200 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010

Xi’an famous foods

Local counter-serve chain offering Xi'an-style Chinese fare, including noodles

81 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003

Grand central oyster bar

Iconic eatery serving raw oysters, pan roasts & chowders in a bustling setting.

89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017

joe's pizza 

Counter-service pizzeria for quick slices since 1975.

7 Carmine St, New York, NY 10014

Peter luger

Steak icon where old-school waiters serve aged beef in a German beer hall setting.

178 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Dominique Ansel Bakery  

This bakery-cafe serves up creative & beautiful French treats.

189 Spring St, New York, NY 10012

Magnolia bakery

Classic baked desserts specializes in a variety of creative cupcakes.

401 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10014

Levain Bakery

Fresh breads, cookies & other baked treats at this tiny shop

167 W 74th St, New York, NY 10023