Dining Articles

Italian Cuisine & Live Music at Times Square's Bond 45
Times Square’s Bond 45 serves theatre-goers, sightseers, and locals alike.

Dine 101 Floors High: Hudson Yards’s Peak Restaurant Opens March 12
Dine high above New York City at Peak! This brand-new restaurant, located inside 30 Hudson Yards’ towering skyscraper, opens along with Edge observation deck next week.

Havana Heat: 7 Great Cuban Restaurants in NYC
If your're looking for a Cuban restaurant in NYC, you’ll find fantastic ropa vieja, Cubanos, and mojitos all over town if you know where to look.

The Best Places to Get Oysters in NYC
These restaurants make up the best selection of raw bars in the city, and as any oyster lover will tell you, you don't want to skimp on quality when it comes to oysters.

12 Places to Eat Near Bryant Park
Whether you’re looking for something tasty during the lunch rush or a nice sit-down dinner near your hotel, you can find it within a two-block radius of the formal, French-inflected oasis that is midtown's Bryant Park.

These are the 22 Best Places to Get Bubble Tea in NYC
Satisfy your craving for bubble tea in NYC by getting the best boba at these nearby shops. Wherever you are in the city, there’s bubble tea nearby.

'The Chef of Greenwich Village' Shares Family Recipes from Monte’s & Villa Mosconi
The owner and chef of two classic New York establishments, Villa Mosconi and Monte’s Trattoria, shares his best recipes with the help of daughter Joanne in the new cookbook The Chef of Greenwich Village.

These Are the 5 Best German Restaurant in NYC
Whether you’re looking for a fun Bavarian beer hall or the best bratwurst, we've got some recommendations for German Restaurants in NYC.

Cheese Please! The 6 Best NYC Places to Indulge in Fondue and Raclette
Several New York City hideaways offer delish, cheesy dishes of fondue and raclette. These European-style food experiences are meant to be shared; we share our six favorites with you!

Where to Break for Food and Drink During NYC Fashion Week
As the city gears up for New York Fashion Week, which will be held February 3 through 12, editors, buyers, fashionistas, and other A-listers will be jetting around New York City catching lots of runway shows. Between appointments, these stylish Manhattan restaurants are ideal hotspots for dining and unwinding with a handcrafted cocktail.

Great Private Dining in NYC
New York restaurants are notoriously short on space, but we've gathered up some great exceptions for holiday and special occasion dining in a private party group space as only New York can do it.

Themed Restaurants in NYC
Visit these out of the ordinary at New York’s best themed restaurants. From the decor to the wait staff’s attire to the food, you’ll want to take pictures of everything at these 17 theme restaurants.

New York Coupons: Save $10 at Planet Hollywood
Save $10 at Planet Hollywood when you use City Guide's coupon.

7 Spots to Get Your Dumpling Fix in NYC
Dumplings are a New York City favorite. As fall turns to winter, there's nothing better than a warming appetizer treat from these great restaurants.

Lamano Opens Third Tapas Location in Hell's Kitchen
Lamano ("by hand") NYC has opened its third location, as well as its largest, in Hell's Kitchen, following the success of its Chelsea and West Village outposts. Tapas, anyone?

These Are the 5 Best Places to Get Nachos in NYC
Nachos are certainly a favorite appetizer or snack for many; read on for a short history of nachos and where to find the best nachos in NYC.

NYC’s Best Food Courts for Groups
When you’re traveling with a large group, it can sometimes be difficult deciding what sounds good to everyone for a meal. Fortunately, New York City has its fair share of food courts to help save the day. Rounded up below are the city’s best food courts for groups. These aren’t the types of food courts you’d find at a middle-of-nowhere mall either—look for gourmet and artisanal choices, and memorable experiences, in NYC.

The Best Eats Near Empire Outlets NYC
Eat at Empire Outlets during your day of shopping or check out some great nearby options.
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The Best French Restaurants in Midtown West NYC
Pre- or post-theater, brunch or dinner, upscale or casual, French food fits any occasion. Indulge in a best-of-the-best tasting menu, grab some wine and escargots before a show, or enjoy a casual weekend brunch at one of these eight exceptional French restaurants in the Theatre District and Hell’s Kitchen.

New Ramen for Fall at Ichiran Times Square
Ichiran, purveyor of exquisite tonkatsu ramen, has unveiled new updates for the fall season. Not only have the chefs changed their ramen recipe, but now each bowl will be served in traditional ceramic jubako bowls. Ichiran is rolling out these exciting new changes at its Times Square location on West 49th Street. Try some of the city’s best ramen before a Broadway show, during your lunch break, or amidst your day of fun in New York City.

Red Peony: Midtown's Newest Chinese Restaurant
Located near the best Fifth Avenue shopping and Central Park, Red Peony is an exciting new Chinese restaurant. Serving a blend of Cantonese dim sum, Szechuan, and the best soup dumplings around, Red Peony makes a perfect lunch or dinner spot in Midtown.

9 Communal Dining Options: Eating Alone Together in NYC
Dining solo? You can eat by yourself with a book, (or your phone), or dine at a communal table. The best approach is the “airplane rule” – greet other diners with a nod and smile but don’t assume they want to talk to you. Here are nine dining options, Includes Le Pain Quotidien, Roberta's Pizza, Jing Fong, and others.

6 Heated Patios for Fall Dining Al Fresco
New York fall has arrived, inviting jackets, sweaters, scarves out of storage and into your weekly wardrobe once again. While it’s still cool (but not cold) out, enjoy your final weeks of dining and drinking outside at these heated spaces around town. And if it gets too chilly, don’t worry; they have tables inside too.

Kids Eat Free at the Ramen Mecca Ichiran Times Square
Ichiran in Times Square has New York City's most authentic ramen. Use City Guide's coupon and kids eat free!

KBBQ: 5 Korean BBQ Spots to Try Now in NYC
Korean barbecue, or KBBQ, usually prepared at the table, is great for large groups. New York has some great BBQ destinations: here are our picks for the five best KBBQ restaurants in the city.