The Best Street Food in New York

Discover the tastiest snacks and street foods of New York. From classic New York-style bites to international flavors, our Spotters have found the best local gems to satisfy your cravings. Enjoy a slice of pizza at Joe’s Pizza or savor delicious tacos at Birria-Landia Tacos. For the softest cookies, check out Chip. Explore these and many more local gems and get a taste of New York’s culinary scene.

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42 Hidden Gems

Gray's Papaya

Traditional NY hot dogs

"Gray's Papaya" in New York equals classic hot dogs. This place has been here at least 45 years, and it's easy to see why. Great people-watching spot too.

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Geoffrey

Dunbar

Apr 28, 2025

The Hungry and Healthy Marketplace

Comedy / Deli

The space functions day to day as a bright and modern-looking upscale deli and on certain evenings, it doubles as a performance space for stand-up comics.

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Geoffrey

Dunbar

Apr 20, 2025

TAP - NYC

Brazilian tapioca's 'home base'

"TAP - NYC" makes Brazilian tapioca from yuca! I really love their Pão de Queijo, tangerine-sized, feather-weight bread-puffs with molten cheese...

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Geoffrey

Dunbar

Apr 20, 2025

Bodegas

NYC convenience stores

"Bodegas" are NYC convenience stores that are as much an essential part of urban culture as are chippies in Whitley Bay or curry shops in London, England...

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Geoffrey

Dunbar

Apr 20, 2025

Joe's, West Village

Pizza 3

Joe's Pizza in West Village, New York qualifies as a real pizza joint: no tables, no chairs, no bathroom and really long lines. It's getting more popular.

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Geoffrey

Dunbar

Apr 16, 2025

Eddie's Sweet Shop

Egg creams - no eggs or cream

"Eddie's Sweet Shop" in New York makes some great Chocolate Egg Cream and milkshakes from a century-old soda-fountain. Getting there is also an adventure!

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Geoffrey

Dunbar

Apr 16, 2025

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