We usually start our article by going through some geographic and tourism scene, but New York doesn’t need an introduction. Its situated on the East Coast of the united states, and you know the rest. Talking about the food culture, New York has over 10,000 restaurants, many among them stay open 24x7. So, where to eat this weekend is always a tough decision for even a New Yorker. If you’re an outsider, you wouldn’t even have a clue. This city has over 8 million people living in all five boroughs, but for the convenience of our readers, we will only discuss the locations in Manhattan. Since the very beginning, New York raised a mixed-race culture and in present time, literally every ethnic group is living here and they have an ethnic restaurant too. Therefore, defining a true cuisine for New York is unfair. If it is just hot-dogs, pizza, and cheesecake that you can think of for the food culture in Manhattan, you literally haven’t even scratched the surface. New York has restaurants from every ethnic group so check out this article to find out more about the restaurants in this great city.
1. Upstate Craft Beer & Oyster Bar
Upstate Craft Beer & Oyster Bar is a special kind, I meant, can you assume a Manhattan restaurant with no freezer? Well, Upstate really has no freezer and they are proud. The restaurant is run by a small staff of husband and wife and they personally go to the local seafood market each morning and select only the best. The menu is dynamic due to freshness and seasonal availability of things in the morning market, but since it’s an oyster bar, you always have a number of options for an oyster meal. Every meal is less than USD 20, including regional beers. During happy hour, you will get a six-oyster meal for USD 12, in Manhattan!
Upstate Craft Beer & Oyster Bar
Price for two: 22 - 60 USD
Address: 95 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003, USA
Contact: +1 646-791-5400
Website: Upstate Craft Beer & Oyster Bar
2. Aquagrill
Aquagrill is an oyster bar and seafood delight opened in the 90s. During these passing decades, many restaurants came and passed but Aquagrill never cared. It is the type of restaurant, that would give you 27 types of oysters daily. No New Yorker is a stranger to Aquagrill. Apart from that, their kitchen would serve all the exotic delicacies from the clean waters and ocean. There is a waitlist if you haven’t reserved a seat, but the wait is worth it.
Aquagrill
Price for two: 62 - 120 USD
Address: 3601, 210 Spring St, New York, NY 10012, United States
Contact: +1 212-274-0505
Website: Aquagrill
3. Blue Fin
Bluefin is a seafood and sushi bar near the Times Square, that is why the most crowd is made up of tourists, but it is also popular among the natives for its food. You will get Japanese Authentic Sushi preparation, Lobster Rolls, Tuna, Atlantic bass and also Crabs. If you would have an opportunity, wouldn’t you dine at the Times Square? That is why you should go to Bluefin. But if you’re short of time and can only choose between lunch and dinner, reserve a dinner table, Bluefin features live music for the most night.
Bluefin
Price for two: 62 - 120 USD
Address: 1567 Broadway, New York, NY 10036, United States
Contact: +1 212-918-1400
Website: Bluefin
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4. La Masseria
While La Masseria’s architecture itself is worth a visit, but let’s not forget that La Masseria is a famous Italian theater dining on the Broadway street, near Times Square. In Italian, Masseria means ‘a farmhouse’, and that identical feel was designed to this restaurant. The seafood recipes are authentic Italian, even the greens are from the fertile Italian farmlands. The staff is multilingual and the owner also does wedding and commitment services.
La Masseria
Price for two: 62 - 120 USD
Address: 235 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
Contact:+1 212-582-2111
Website: La Masseria
New York City Tour Guide
Hiram Jacobs
I am a licensed New York City Department of Consumer Affairs Tour Guide and a native New Yorker. Over the years, I acquired considerable experience organizing solo tours of the major European and East European capitals of the world, Canada's largest cities and Australia's most popular cities, Washington, DC, Atlanta, New Orleans, and San Francisco. During my international travels, I participated in tours organized by private tour companies to China, Russia, South America, India, the Canadian Rockies, Israel, Japan's major cities; USA: Alaska, Arizona and Utah's scenic national National Parks . I received my Master of Arts in Political Science (Urban Administration) from the State University of New York, College at Brockport, Brockport, New York in 1978. Since my recent retirement from the MTA, New York City Transit Authority, after 39 years of service as an Associate Transit Management Analyst, I hope to share with my fellow Travelers my observations, insights and personal experiences relating to Manhattan’s iconic neighborhoods, landmarks and popular attractions that make New York City such a vibrant and dynamic city to visit. I will strive to make your New York City Experience memorable. Tour Cancellations - Please provide at least 24 hours notice prior to the tour date in order to cancel your booking and to receive a full refund.
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5. The Boil
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
The Boil gives you French flavors and the restaurant is in Lower-East Manhattan. The menu has fresh lobster, shrimp, crabs, and crawfish from the bayou of Louisiana and you get them by per-pound-weight. The name ‘Boil’ is given for, the chef would boil them as per your order, with your choice of heat and sauce. Apart from the shells, Boil also serves main courses, desserts, and beers, wines, and cocktails.
The Boil
Price for two: 22 - 60 USD
Address: 139 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002, USA
Contact: +1 212-925-8815
Website: The Boil
6. Taverna Kyclades
Taverna Kyclades or TK Astoria is a Mediterranean restaurant on our list. The rustic décor gives TK a typical Mediterranean interior. The menu at TK is not very wide and it changes quite often because their staff only select fish and meats which are on par with their standard. The main course and desserts also have a traditional Greek signature style, ‘Grilled Octopus’ is a specialty. Note here that Taverna Kyclades do not accept reservations, so there could be a waitlist when you arrive.
Taverna Kyclades
Price for two: 22 - 60 USD
Address: 228 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10009, USA
Contact: +1 212-432-0011
Website: Taverna Kyclades
7. Bond 45
Bond was a historical clothing store on 45th street. In 2005, they converted that store into an Italian kitchen bar and kept the name ‘Bond 45’. Again, they closed Bond 45 for renovation, and after the latest reboot in 2016, New York has this fine Italian dining. Now it is mainly known for breakfast and breakfast-buffet, where a full-house sometimes happens by 7:30 in the morning. They also serve lunch, brunch, dinner, and wine, but more popular is their economical happy hour.
Bond 45
Price for two: 62 - 120 USD
Address: 221 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
Contact: +1 212-869-4545
Website: Bond 45
8. Oceana Restaurant
Oceana Restaurant is located on 49th street. As the name gives us a thought, Oceana is primarily a seafood kitchen. The kitchen is not a regular one though, it is run by executive chefs, who are strict about their product. They ensure every ingredient is the finest, that is why you will only see seasonal stuff. Oceana is enormous, it can be reserved for a wedding or larger public events as it can accommodate private dining for up to 500 guests.
Oceana Restaurant
Price for two: 62-120 USD
Address: 120 W 49th St, New York, NY 10020, USA
Contact: +1 212-759-5941
Website: Oceana Restaurant
9. The Mermaid Inn
The Mermaid Inn mainly serves Tuna, Clam Chowder, Oysters and you will also have Lobster Rolls, Crab Slider, Shrimp and Mac ‘n’ Cheese. It’s identical with other seafood restaurants that we have mentioned here, but the price-to-satisfaction is the USP. The servings are pretty much economical, and during the Oyster Happy Hour, you will have freshly shucked Oyster for USD1, can you beat this? The Mermaid Inn also offers complimentary chocolate and dessert with every dines.
The Mermaid Inn
Price for two: 22 - 60 USD
Address: 570 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024, USA
Contact: +1 212-799-7400
Website: The Mermaid Inn
10. Astoria Seafood
We have reserved the best for the last, Astoria Seafood – a seafood wholesaler turned into a restaurant a few years back. Your serving cannot get any fresher than here. In Astoria Seafood, foodies can select and buy their favorite seafood from their market shelf at a reasonable rate. Later, the kitchen will do the rest. Astoria Seafood offers both retail and wholesale rates and you also get a takeout and catering arrangement.
Astoria Seafood
Price for two: 22 - 60 USD
Address: D3710 33rd St, Long Island City, NY 11101, USA
Contact: +1 718-392-2680
Website: Astoria Seafood
One last advice
New York has culinary diversity, and we genuinely tried conveying you the scene about some great restaurants, that is why we listed the ones that are only in Manhattan because everyone visits Manhattan. Our final message – do not fail to tip your waiter and tip them good, it’s a custom here. In fact, many restaurants in New York city would add a gratuity amount to your bill, where tipping is disallowed, Hence check the policies before dining.
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