70 x The Best Local Restaurants in New York

Explore the best local restaurants in New York, where every neighborhood offers a culinary adventure. Whether you're craving classic New York pizza, crispy fried chicken or international cuisine, our Spotters have handpicked the perfect places to eat like a true New Yorker. Try retro-style pizza at Scarr's Pizza, enjoy the best skyline views at Anable Basin Bar & Grill or savor crispy chicken at Charles' Pan Fried Chicken. Check out these and many more local gems for a perfect dinner in New York.

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70 x Best Local Restaurants in New York

Anthony & Son

Old-school sandwich shop

After, "Anthony & Son" Panini Shoppe's Italian-style super-sandwiches, no regular New York sandwich will ever taste as good again...

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Papa

Dec 6, 2025

Bund on Broadway

Soup dumplings

"Bund on Broadway" is one of the most popular restaurants on Astoria's restaurant row in New York. I always go straight fo the famous pork soup dumplings.

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Ryszkiewicz

Dec 4, 2025

Vite Vinosteria

My special occasion spot

"Vite Vinosteria" in New York is the Italian restaurant where, ever since I moved to Astoria, I've celebreated nearly every birthday & anniversary...

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Paula

Ryszkiewicz

Dec 4, 2025

Jajaja Plantas Mexicana

Vegan Mexican food

"Jajaja Plantas Mexicana" in New York is a creative joint that has vegan versions of traditional Mexican food. It's delicious, affordable & healthy!

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Victoria

Yang

Dec 4, 2025

Harlem Shake

Old school/new idea

"Harlem Shake" in New York is a small, nondescript, inexpensive burger place. It makes a difference though by employing mainly local Harlem residents...

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Geoffrey

Dunbar

Dec 4, 2025

Leopard at des Artistes

Howard Christy murals

"Leopard at des Artistes" is the reincarnation of Café des Artistes in New York. It's very expensive, but I go there to see the Howard Christy murals...

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Geoffrey

Dunbar

Dec 4, 2025

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