Classic Establishment
Classic Establishment
Page 2Fanelli Cafe
A classic Soho restaurant experiencing a sceney renaissance, Fanelli is the perfect place to eat a sandwich while wearing tiny sunglasses.
Knish Nosh
Open since 1952, Knish Nosh is a Queens institution, and not just because of their knishes. Try the pierogi, and get a tub of borscht.
Gray's Papaya
Serving hot dogs and tropical drinks since 1973, Gray’s Papaya is an Upper West Side staple.
Mee Sum Cafe
A Chinatown classic, Mee Sum Cafe is the perfect place to drink a milk tea and eat some chicken over rice at 8am.
Sami’s Kabab House
Sami’s Kabab House in Astoria makes lots of delicious things, but the Afghan kebabs are (unsurprisingly) the first thing you should order.
Tra Di Noi
Tra Di Noi has all the checkerboard-tablecloth charm you want out of a red sauce spot near Arthur Avenue. Order the specials.
Casa della Mozzarella
The fresh mozzarella at this famous Bronx deli is worth a trip to the neighborhood from anywhere. Try it in a prosciutto sandwich.
Amore Pizzeria
This fluorescent-lit Flushing spot has been around since the '70s, and it's still serving some of the finest and greasiest pizza in town.
Taverna Kyclades
Taverna Kyclades is a classic spot in Astoria for family-style Greek food. Order whatever whole fish sounds best, and get a side of melt-in-your-mouth lemon potatoes.
15 Great NYC Restaurants That Are Actually Open On Mondays
Lots of restaurants are closed on Mondays. But you can always rely on these spots.
The Best Jewish Delis in NYC
In a city known for its pastrami sandwiches and matzo ball soup, these are the best Jewish delis.
Sarge's Delicatessen
Sarge's is a classic Jewish deli in Murray Hill that has a huge menu and enormous sandwiches.
2nd Ave Deli
2nd Ave Deli in Kips Bay is still one of the best delis in NYC, and you should order what what everyone expects you to get (the pastrami sandwich).
Michael's of Brooklyn
Michael's is an old school Italian restaurant near Marine Park, and it'll make you think of one word: classy.
The Russian Tea Room
The Russian Tea Room is an NYC institution in Midtown that's part art museum and part restaurant, and it's a popular destination for afternoon tea.
Peter Luger Steak House
It’s easy to convince yourself that you love Peter Luger. It’s steak and bacon and ice cream. What’s not to love? A lot, it turns out.
J&V Pizzeria
J&V in Bensonhurst is one of New York City's oldest pizzerias, and it's still one of the best.
Smith & Wollensky
Smith & Wollensky in Midtown East isn’t trying to be anything other than a classic and reliable steakhouse, and that’s exactly what it is.
El Quijote
El Quijote originally opened in 1930 in the bottom of Hotel Chelsea, and the Spanish food here is all better than what’s typically found at NYC’s legendary landmarks.
KGB Bar
KGB Bar is a divey Soviet-themed bar in the East Village that hosts readings for the local literary scene.
Charles Pan-Fried Chicken
This Upper West Side outpost of the popular spot that started in Harlem will satisfy your soul food craving whenever it hits.