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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Saiguette
Vietnamese counter/takeout
I first returned to the Vietnamese restaurant "Saiguette" in NYC for its light, rich, rejuvenating soups, but I also recommend the pork shoulder sandwich.
by
Geoffrey
Dunbar
Di Fara, Brooklyn
Pizza 1
"Di Fara" in New York is the best pizza pilgrimage one can go on. This local favorite makes a time-capsulized pizza restaurant. Its crust sets it apart...
by
Geoffrey
Dunbar
Sal & Carmine's, Upper West Side
Pizza 2
"Sal & Carmine's" makes real New York pizza. It's a small place, the pizza boxes are stacked 15 high, the lineup look like locals - all good signs.
by
Geoffrey
Dunbar
Charles' Pan Fried Chicken
Southern everything
"Charles' Pan Fried Chicken" in NYC makes the best soul food in Harlem, and how I got to find out about it is a curious story...
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Geoffrey
Dunbar
Sugar Bar
Soul, R&B, jazz bar
"Sugar Bar" in New York City is a club that features soul, R&B and jazz. It's small and busy, and I like the vibes. Great food, too, esp. the chicken.
by
Geoffrey
Dunbar
Society of Illustrators
Art museum, bar
"Society of Illustrators" in New York is a favourite museum of mine because its size charms without overwhelming (no crowds) & it has a delightful bar...
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Geoffrey
Dunbar
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