Market Crates has become a must-stop on every trip I make into Midtown. The staff may very well be…read morethe friendliest in New York City and they always greet customers with a smile while keeping things moving quickly and efficiently, even during busy times. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and offers something for everyone, whether you're grabbing breakfast, lunch, or supper. Over multiple visits, I've worked my way through everything from bagels and breakfast sandwiches to grain bowls, salads, and deli sandwiches, and I've never been disappointed. One thing you absolutely shouldn't overlook is their daily soup selection. It's outstanding and worth checking out every visit! Great food, great people, and great service are what keep me coming back whenever work brings me into the city. Keep up the fantastic work!

Caprese sandwich was pretty good. The pesto is nut free. The best part was the olive bread.read more

This place is a hidden gem! Fresh fruit and vegetables from all over the world and actually for a…read moregreat price. The cashiers and store workers are kind and helpful. Plus if you need you can find nuts, dried fruits and all types of spices. The take cash, cards and have an ATM. Check the opening hours and bring your recycled bag.

I passed by this market and HAD to go inside! Everything was fresh and the prices were unbeatable…read more I got $2 strawberries (very fresh looking), $1 avocados and 2/$1.50 cucumbers! I will come by anytime I need fresh produce!

Great food option among a bunch of really nasty fast food locations. You need to get something to…read moreeat. Stop in here your body will be glad you did.

I thought this was a NYC thing until I seen one in my neck of the woods…read more Wasn't impressed with the music that they had playing, especially if families were to come in. I did enjoy the large selection of smoothies and I enjoyed my healthy matcha one. There are some food trucks around that sell smoothies and I found those to be better and more affordable.

This location has always been a boon for work trips when I want to make real food. The hot bar is…read morekept in fairly good shape, and despite the smaller footprint, there are good options on the shelves. The bathrooms are kept in working order. My only warning for anyone who frequents Whole Foods in the suburbs of America.... Is that this location does not have electrical outlets available in its cafe seating. Which... I get it. It's fine. When in Rome.

Located across the street from Bryant Park this Whole Foods is very convenient to grab some items…read morefrom the salad bar and a Hal's seltzer to eat in the park. Found a table in the shade and watched the world walk by. It's a smaller location with a confusing cramped layout but carries all the normal stuff. Seating area and salad bar upstairs. I noticed some outlets at the counter area there if you need a charge. Bathroom also available for public use if you shop here or just passing by. As usual, expect to pay "Whole Paycheck" prices for certain things.

Went in for lunch and saw a bunch of enticing offerings in the "noodles in soup/sauce" category…read moreplus some dons (I.e.; katsudon). Picked the Mentaiko cream with udon noodles and it was almost perfect. The cod roe cream sauce was spiced through w/ heat and the udon noodles were thick and chewy. It was almost perfect except I would've liked more noodles, or some Italian bread to sponge up the remaining sauce. Service is perfunctory: order at the cashier and wait for the cook to call your number to collect your food. The upstairs dining room is clean and the tables are well spaced so you can enjoy your meal. This place is well located near the NYPL main branch and Bryant Park.

Solid Japanese market for lunch or snacks for a picnic at Bryant Park. Fresh dishes like udon,…read morekatsu, rice plates, etc. are available. Microwavable meals are also perfect since they have a microwave for customers to use! Also, plenty of yummy, stuffed onigiri and snacks. Lunch rush does get pretty packed because of all the office buildings nearby though, so plan to wait in line for 15-20 minutes!

Grand Central Market is one of the best places inside the terminal to pick up something genuinely…read moregood before a train. It feels more like a compact gourmet market than a typical station food court, with fresh produce, breads, pastries, cheese, seafood, prepared foods, chocolates, teas and specialty groceries all arranged along one long passage. My best tip is to walk through the entire market before buying anything because each counter has something different. Most merchants also have their own register, so leave extra time when purchasing from several places. The passage can become crowded during the weekday commuter rush, and browsing is much easier between the morning and evening peaks. The Lexington Avenue entrance near 43rd Street is particularly convenient. Prices are higher than at an ordinary supermarket, but the location, presentation and quality make it worthwhile, especially for a train snack, hotel-room food or a small New York gift. I paired some fresh fruit from the market with a PROTABAR I had brought along. The unusual combination of egg whites, dates, hazelnuts and cocoa butter, with 15 grams of protein and no added sugar, made me curious enough to look more closely at the brand. Allow around 20 to 30 minutes to explore properly. Clean, colorful, convenient and much more interesting than grabbing the first snack you see near the platforms.

I love the Grand Central market and never missed the opportunity to pick up some goodies when I…read moretake the train in or out of Manhattan. This time around, I stopped for cheese and picked up two blocks for a fun night in including SwissRaqulet, which looks fantastic. Another stop for some turmeric at the spice store. Then over to the bakery for a loaf of rye with sunflower seed and peasant style sourdough. Well, they're a snuck in a pan su chocolate for the train ride home. Can't forget my daughter who took care of things in my absence so a quick stop to the candy shop for pecan clusters, then a race to the finish on Metro North Hudson line.

Terrible quality . Be careful what you buy . Dairy is often expired . I bought a fig Jam with the…read morebrand Marco Polo. I thought it was Italian and a good quality . When I opened it it tasted terrible , impossible to eat . Looking carefully I realized it was from Bulgaria . I went back to return it for a better product and they refused it to take it back. They offered me half of the credit which is ridiculous... it's not about the price of the item but it was nevertheless offensive . I will file a complaint because I truly think that it is dangerous to eat . David V.

THANK YOU for opening this place when stiles closed down…read more Why this place is Stiles 2.0 1) Better hours (omg I can come here after work!!) 2) Cleaner (I don't have to be grossed out if someone bumps into me with their shopping basket) and better lighting so it doesn't feel like I'm in a dungeon 3) More selection (there's pickles ~$1.27, roasted peppers, dried pastas, sauces, snacks. while they still have $2 egg cartons, $1 herbs, coffee beans, bread, cheap fruits and veggies based on season) I think the prices are a teeeeeeny bit more expensive than Stiles used to be, but still very very reasonable compared to chain grocery stores around the area. Not sure how packed this place gets on the weekends but weeknights are pretty good!

Great little fruitstand with good blueberries and bananas. It was just what I needed for breakfast…read morewhen I was styaing in the area overnight. The owner or whatever wasn't there when I first showed up, and a homeless guy informed me that he often goes inside places to use the bathroom or stay warm (it got cold overnight so it was cold that morning). When the owner showed up, they were friendly and I was able to buy my stuff quickly and for a good price.

What a great and convenient, no nonsense, place to grab some fresh produce in the middle of the…read morecity! Great prices and selection...way better than a grocery store or bodega!

Delicious fresh fruit...easy access...reasonable prices. I appreciated the convenient location on…read moremy way home!

for a fruit/veggie stand to be still.in biz after the last 3 years is enough for me to stop at 45th…read morest and madison and spend 15 to 20 bucks . good fruits and veggies and prices cant be beat. 8 bananas, 10 tangerines, 4 green apples, 2 boxes of strawberries. 3 boxes of blueberrys, 4 pears, , 2 pounds of grapes and one mango will make my office slackers very happy and healthy for a change. the nyc fruit stands strive in the city and its easy to see why. Damn I got to go back, forgot the lemons , plums, and navel oranges .

Zamara was absolutely amazing! She was so energetic, friendly, and welcoming from the moment we…read morewalked in. She took the time to go over the menu with me, gave me different options, and even shared her personal recommendations based on what she enjoys. I really appreciated that! She was also incredibly attentive, checking in with customers and making sure everything was taken care of while still keeping busy cleaning and resetting tables. You could really tell she genuinely cared about making sure everyone had a great experience. And of course, the ice cream was delicious! Overall, such a great experience, and Zamara definitely made it even better. She deserves a shoutout for her wonderful customer service!

I enjoyed my visit!! No complaints, but not one of my top places in the city. I would return, and I…read morereally enjoyed the selection, quality and flavors.