The Good: Still like what it used to taste like from what I can remember. Hits the spot every time!…read more The Bad: Adel's is a fierce competitor a few blocks down with a long line. BUT, imho Adel's doesn't really taste as good as the original Halal Guys in terms of flavor and fragrance. The chicken from Adel's is in bigger chunks and some argue is more tender, but the flavor is definitely not close. Also, it's important that it comes with lettuce, tomatoes and a little onion to balance everything out. Finally, You must get both the spicy red and white sauce together to make it all come together! The Ugly: The smell is addictive, so if you walk by, it's hard to resist, even if you've just eaten a nice meal somewhere else. We couldn't resist. Gotta hit the gym hard for the next few days!

This is a NYC staple--but on a Friday or Saturday night, the line gets insanely long…read more Pro tip from a New Yorker: the cart on 53rd & 7th is the exact same--same owners, same food. People skip it thinking it's not the real one, so there's usually little to no line. Even better, it's right by the Shake Shack seating area, so you can actually sit and enjoy your food. Look for the cart next to the "HOPE" statue.

New York Hot Dogs are my favorite! I like hot dogs in Central Park, at Baseball Games, and from…read moresidewalk street vendors. I don't fix hot dogs at home because they just don't taste the same. I'm recommending!

A darn delish, finger-licking, juicy Beef Hot Dog. Customer service is efficient. All the fixings,…read morerelish, onions, ketchup, and mustard were generously spread on the hot dog. Can't go wrong with a NY hot dog! This street vendor was located right outside The Met, so after we got our hot dogs, we ate them piping hot on the steps of the museum.

Nothing compares to having Fresh Shrimp Cheong Fun drenched in extra sauce and chilli on a chilly…read moresunny afternoon. Made to order and piping hot! I am still thinking about it... Loooong lines that move semi quickly. The owner is so friendly and kind. Despite the long lines, she was super patient with everyone.

This cart (on Elizabeth, at Hester. NE corner) is OK. Average rice noodle, long line,…read moredisorganized. I got a classic dried shrimp rice noodle for $3.50 . I ordered in Cantonese. Minutes later I get my order in a plastic container. They didn't ask me what sauces I wanted (maybe I should have told them in advance) but they included some soy sauce on it already. What if I wanted hot sauce and or peanut sauce? Ample portion size but the plastic container is too narrow and makes the rice noodle lumpy. Large dried shrimp pieces but minimal radish or scallion, green onion. I know this is a cart but other establishments better in Ctown

I had such a fun time experiencing this, but maybe not the vendors. The various vendors definitely…read morehad their work cut out supporting the massive crowd. They mostly had great attitudes despite the chaotic event-professionals all the way. There were extended wait lines, and sometimes popular items would run out to the disappointment of many. But that didn't stop the festivities! The music was lively, the artists had beautiful displays of wares, the food was delicious, and the city provided a perfect backdrop.

This is it! Bahn mi in halves for $5, for those of us that can't take the entire thing. A duo of…read morehipster sandwich thieves must have felt the same way because my bahn mi was hijacked. ROBBED. The food truck remedied the situation, thankfully, and I say mine was better. See the pix for best Vietnamese food if you're in Bklyn, but they are 404 on the map in Bath Beach. I'm guessing it's a roving food truck. Maybe you can summon them via the phone #. The best, most deliciously rich little cheese tarts had virtually no line, which I am still trying to wrap my head around. Ube and matcha cheese tarts went in my greedy little belly. Their card is attached. I had no room for the basque cheese cake, which looked delicious but was simply too big for me. Fancy. Many varieties of food, sugar cane being juiced with a roller machine to order, music, sugar painting and on and on. DJs, lights, the city.... Don't miss the next one, which is the last of the summer, sometime in August. Be early, the lines were long.

Ubeland is a fantastic event! There are so many wonderful vendors and the festival is always…read moredecorated with colorful purple flags, making it hard to miss! I've been twice now, with the hours usually from 11am-6pm. I highly recommend arriving early, as lines can get long about an hour after opening. There is always a great mix of food vendors, including some grilled savory bites, lots of Ube centric desserts and booths serving fresh Ube drinks like bubble teas, juices and ice cream floats. Usually, there are also jewelry and art vendors included as well. I highly recommend checking out this festival when they have another event in the city and exploring the wonderful Filipino cuisine showcased by the featured small businesses.

I went to UbeFest a few weeks ago. It was packed when I went, the lines were long. During the…read morefestival, I got the Ube Latte from Kapehan Ni Roney & Ube Mochi Ice Cream Sandwich from The Bois Co. The Ube Latte was ok taste wise, the Ube Mochi Ice Cream Sandwich was good, but maybe a little too sweet for me. The prices are expensive though, $10 for the latte as $14.50 for the ice cream sandwich

Truly impressive by all accounts. Their friendliness varies but their service remains dependable…read more The good reputation is justified here. Their staff and dishes deliver consistently. This spot consistently impresses.

The food is memorable and service is consistent. This restaurant gives generous helpings. Workers…read moreshow real friendliness and address any problem. The menu is affordable yet the food is excellent. This spot is suitable for all tastes.

The food was very tasty. There was a long line, for good reason, but it moved quickly. I would eat…read moreat this truck often if I worked nearby in the city. 100% recommended.

There were a lot of people lingering around this food truck so I ordered a platter here w gyro…read moremeat. My bf got the pita w gyro meat. Both were delish!! Def order here if you are in the area!

I'm not even joking, I went to Adel's like 3 nights out of the 5 nights I was in New York…read more This was probably the most worth it meal I had the entire trip. The line literally tells you everything... waiting an hour at like 1 AM for halal food sounds insane until you try it. The meat was SO good bro I still can't stop thinking about it. Biggest hack: get the white sauce on the side and add extra meat. They absolutely drown it in sauce if you don't, and the sauce gets kinda heavy after awhile. On the side is perfect. I genuinely need to go back already lol

There's always a long line, even at midnight. But the food never disappoints! When the line is to…read morethe end of the block, it's about a 1 hour wait. Alternatively you can order for pickup if you don't want to wait, but it's almost double the cost. I don't think it's worth an hour wait, but still the food is so flavorful and didn't feel greasy. The chicken reminds me a lot like tandoori chicken. I personally prefer the lamb.

Delicious hot dog, gotta get it fixed all the way. Billy was so kind and gave us our chips for…read morefree! The prices are so reasonable and he's right by the park for a quick little meal while enjoying the park.

I haven't had a good well dressed cart style hot dog in what feels like years. And for whatever…read morereason, I've been lusting after those onions! I went to the Papaya place on 72nd and it just didn't do it for me. Maybe because they roll around on a grill and I needed something bobbing in water. The internet told me Billy was an OG, so I knew he'd give me what I needed. They were right, innanets remain undefeated! I made my way down to CPW from The Bronx (yea, that's how you know it's real). When I arrived at his cart, Billy was alone waiting to serve his next customer. I was too shy to mention being in this part of town just for him. I was actually too shy to say anything other than "Hello" and my order. "Two hot dogs, mustard, sauerkraut and onions". But no need, while nimbly preparing my order, Billy started speaking to me. He very briefly told me how he'd been out there for 35 years. That his naysayers said he wouldn't last, meanwhile he's still there and they're long gone. Just as soon as we were about to kick it like old friends, I look up and he has a line! I couldn't occupy his time anymore and took my prize across the street to sit on a bench outside the park. Looking over to his set up, I realized there aren't many push style, hot dog carts around anymore. They were once ubiquitous like checkered cabs... Billys cart also has sausages, sodas and water. I'm honestly not sure of what else, because I was laser focused on 'hotdogonions'. But I did notice a pretty extensive price list/menu. The hot dogs were $3, the sodas 2. Great prices! I absolutely got my fix from Billys cart and would make the trek again

Going out to JH to have phuchka isn't always easy but look no further!!! Times Square now has the…read moremost delicious phuchkas that take you back home!!! Each ball is perfectly crispy with extra spicy filling. Don't fret bc you can adjust the spice level to your tolerance and liking! It was absolute love!! I love the fact that this cart is there 24/7 bc with absolute no shame I can say that I can have fuchkas at any hour and probably most likely will since I live fairly close by! We also tried the chicken keema cheese sandwich and that was equally sinfully gooooood!!!! Blasting 80s/90s Bollywood music definitely adds to the charm and nostalgia.

This place is outrageous in all good ways. Finally fantastic food in Time Square. I live near by…read moreand can walk or oder from them. Halal South Asisn street food and some other American foods too. Everything we ate was outstanding. Good portions and prices and everything is fresh. The samosa chat was the best I ever had. The quesadia was devine, huge and unique. It was mexican/Bangladesh fusion. It may be the best of my life. The chicken inside so flavorful. The chicken biriyani is made to order and by fantastic. The vegetarian Kati roll i had was amazing. I could taste each vegetable. Great spice. The spice level us adjusted to you're liking. The gryo was the best in NYC. Mango Lassi good. I tried jhal muri fir the first time. Its a foodies dream come true. So yummy n fresh. The sauces are amazing here. The bacon egg snd cheese was flavorful and obviously iconic. Made with turkey bacon. They the pani puri made to order and the best I've had in the tri-state area. Good chai too made it crispy like i like. I also tried these mini desserts called misti. Just the right amount and fresh. Pook for the Gap store on 44th st. Its there 247. Nashville and Azeem were wonderful. Will be back to try their hotdogs. The music is fun. Perfect for time square.