I just landed in NYC for the first time and this place was my first meal in the city! I was so…read morecontent with my Ramen. I eat gluten free and they had rice noodles that were perfect. I got the spicy vegetable ramen and it was a little too spicy for my tolerance (which is absolutely nothing) so I would ask for less spice next time. The ramen came with a GIANT tea that was packaged very cute, and was a fresh contrast to the spicy ramen. I chose the Komquat Lemon which was natural and not artificial tasting. My sister got the Mango flavor which was amazing as well because it had chunks of mango in it. On top of all that, you also get a side! I got edamame! The sushi is very fresh and tasty, and the bento boxes have great options. Perfect first dinner in Chelsea.

They're running a promo where all ramen dishes come with a free fruit drink. While my ramen arrived…read moreat a reasonable time, the drink didn't come until I was far done with my meal. The ramen was ok. I wished the broth was hotter and that the meat was more tender. As for the ambience, there was no music and the place seemed very plain. All you could hear was the sound of plates being cleared and light chatter from other customers. I came here for the convenience as it's located near lots of places of interest and trains but there are places with better food and service.

This casual, cafeteria style restaurant is a gem. The food was delicious and the format allows you…read moreto make your plate your way. You can stick to something familiar, or use the opportunity to try something new. There were many different meat dishes (lamb, beef, chicken) and a cold bar with sweet fresh fruit and side salads. Staff were kind, attentive to keeping the food bar and tables cleaned, and helpful with check out. Round out the meal with a selection from the fridge filled with soft drinks, fresh juices, thiakry, hamza, or other sundries.

B&D was a surprising late night find serving fresh delicious food. This is self serve buffet style…read more You grab a box of your choosing, pick what you like, and then pay by weight. Be warned that food doesn't always have labels or appears mislabeled. We picked an assortment of things to try and everything was good! It was a decent amount of food for the price too. Everything is fairly fresh as it appears they are constantly refilling the buffet.

Besides Milos, I never expected Hudson Yards to have such a fantastic Mediterranean restaurant!…read more The Dip Tower was definitely the MVP. Every single dip was so delicious I wanted to take some home. The layers of flavor were amazing, and it was impossible to stop eating it with the freshly baked pita! The Yellowtail was rather ordinary. Although it contained a lot of spices, the fishy taste was still noticeable, so I wouldn't recommend it. The other dishes--North African eggs, steak, and Brussels sprouts--were just okay. The biggest surprise was the dessert--Lemon Frozen Yogurt! It was so delicious I wanted another serving!! The acidity was just right, refreshing without being too sweet. A bite after the meal was incredibly soothing. I must say, Mediterranean people really know how to make yogurt; they can make even a simple frozen yogurt look amazing.

Zou Zou's surprised us in the best way. Prob a 3/3.5 star but gave a 4! A lively, upscale-casual…read moreMediterranean restaurant in a somewhat unexpected location, but they more than make up for it with atmosphere, energy, and some seriously memorable dishes. Not every plate was a hit, but the standouts were SO good that we'd absolutely return. We made a 6:30 PM Saturday reservation to celebrate our sixth wedding anniversary. I'll admit, the location initially threw me off. It has a somewhat corporate feel, tucked between buildings near the Lincoln Tunnel Expressway on Manhattan's West Side. But once you're there, the buzzing patio and lively atmosphere win you over. Great for date night, dinner with friends, business meals, large groups, or a pre-event meal. A wide age range and a crowd that feels like it's hitting on all cylinders. Bonus points for a thoughtful anniversary card waiting for us when we sat down. Such a sweet touch! We skipped cocktails after a full afternoon of drinking, but more than made up for it with the food. The menu is designed for sharing. What we ordered: * Fattoush salad | 3/5: A creative spin on the classic, topped with pita, thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples, and candied pecans. The apples and especially the pecans overwhelmed the dish for me. I'd love to see more vegetables and fewer sweet toppings. Prefer a traditional fattoush, but this was fine. Need 1/4 the amount of pecans given * Tuna tartare | 1/5: Unfortunately, the one miss of the evening. The description with cucumber, figs, and cardamom sounded incredible, but the dish fell completely flat. The cucumber purée had an almost gel-like texture, and the tuna didn't taste fresh to us. We sent it back. More acidity, spice, and sumac could help, but the freshness and texture were the bigger issues. * Octopus carpaccio | 5/5: STUNNING. I usually gravitate toward a cooked octopus tentacle, but this preparation with fennel absolutely won me over. One of my favorite dishes of the night. * Pita: Thick, soft, and delicious. We went through two baskets! An excellent vehicle for the dips and appetizers, but honestly good enough to enjoy on its own. * Little gems | 3/5: Served with za'atar crumbs and roasted grapes. The grapes initially threw me off, but the combination worked surprisingly well. A creative salad I really enjoyed, but $19 for some leaves, breadcrumb & grapes is pushing it * Manti | 5/5: Little wonton-like dumplings stuffed with spiced beef, served over garlicky labneh with oven-dried tomatoes. Absolutely delicious. A must-order for us. * Crispy latkes | 5/5: Everyone should order these. Perfectly crispy with a lovely thyme finish. An excellent side that deserves its own spotlight. * Charred broccoli: A very generous portion served with cashew harissa that packed some heat. So tasty that I accidentally ate the entire side myself... oops. Bottom line: Zou Zou's is worth a visit for the atmosphere alone, and do need to return to have actual entrees. The tuna tartare was a miss, and the fattoush wasn't my favorite, but the octopus carpaccio, manti, latkes, and broccoli more than made up for it. Add in thoughtful service touches and a lively, versatile setting, and we left happy.

Great experience, sat at the bar! So friendly and the food was amazing! Came before a show and it…read morewas the best choice ever!

Great bar experience and prices for happy hour are incredibly low for the area, Food also very tastyread more

Food: INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS! Ordered the purple sweet potatoes & a vegan spicy miso ramen (with…read moretofu) and i'd order again! other dishes on our table were the shrimp ramen (10/10 highly recommend) and another vegan miso ramen with impossible ground beef (also a great bowl)! LOVE that they have an entirely vegan menu. Service: Our server Fern was great! So welcoming and attentive. Also great knowledge of the menu. Ambiance: Very cool spot, cozy and even when it's busy it's not loud or overly crowded.

Overall: 3 stars…read more Small calm restaurant with lots of options for our vegetarian friends. As a non-vegetarian though, from my small sample size, I was not too eager to want to try more nor come back, although it doesn't taste bad. Gyudon - This bowl had more onion than beef, which is not ideal for a fulfilling main. The poached egg is impressively petite, and the bowl otherwise has a pleasant sweetness to it. Food: -1 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: E Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

ONE OF OUR MOST-GO-TO's when we visit NY every year!…read more Chicken sandwich is seasoned perfectly and can be spicy if you want it that way (which we do!). And let me tell you.... Their seasoned fries with their aioli dipping sauce....DAAAAAANGG!! So so good....I didn't take a pic this trip, because once we started in on the fries, they were gone! Every time we go in, really nice folks that run the place! Service goes the extra mile to make sure you have a great meal! Inside it's small but clean....sometimes we eat there, sometimes we take it to go. Getting hungry just thinking about it and sadly I live on the west coast, so I have to wait about 6 months to get this again! Anyone who loves writing a 1 hour drive to Manhattan...I'm jealous!

Horrible experience. Was made to wait 15mins despite being on time for my food to be ready. Then…read moremet with the rudest cashier who cannot handle the lunch pressure. Worst of it all, she handles cash and immediately touches your food etc... maybe this is true Indian quality? At least she cld sanitize her hands after touching cash....

This place is famous for a reason and they're not wrong for putting "famous" in the name lol…read more Honestly, I don't think it matters which day of the week, you can always count on the line to be there. We came here on a Wednesday night around 8pm and waited for about 30 minutes. I think it's also nice that you can grab a spot in the area to sit and eat afterwards. We ordered the spicy chicken over rice & lamb over rice since they seem to be the popular items here. The portions are HUGE for a reasonable price and I completely understand the hype now. The food is delicious, but it's super rich & heavy so it's not an everyday kind of meal...at least, not for me. It definitely hits the spot when you're craving for legit halal food though.

Adel's Famous Halal Food is absolutely worth the hype! A must-visit NYC street-food experience…read more We ordered the spicy rice with chicken, and the real game-changer was the sauces! Get both the green sauce and the spicy red sauce--they elevate the entire dish to another level. The portions are HUGE, there's plenty of meat, and the prices are incredibly affordable for how much food you get. The combination of flavorful rice, juicy chicken, and those sauces makes this seriously satisfying street food. I can't wait to go back and try their lamb! Service is quick, but be prepared for a looooong line. We went around midnight and still waited about 30 minutes, which is apparently a relatively short wait here! It's a classic NYC halal food stall, with no-frills street-food vibes and food that absolutely delivers. Come hungry, get both sauces, and don't let the line scare you off!

My daughter was recently diagnosed with celiacs and has been searching for good food. She is also…read morea vegetarian so it's been extremely difficult. We went to Friedman's before a concert and we were so happy! The staff were very friendly and the food was amazing! There were so many options that it was difficult to decide. Not only did we have a wonderful meal but she was able to enjoy a strawberry shortcake! Our experience was incredible and we will definitely be visiting again.

uch a bright and delightful spot for brunch! Maplewood Kitchen and Bar completely won me over. The…read moregolden pancakes were huge, fluffy, and topped perfectly with fresh berries, while the artisan sandwiches tasted incredible with fresh, quality ingredients. Warm, lively energy, charming interior, and very sweet service. I will definitely be back!

Chicken was kinda bland asked for tomatoes and didn't even get any! But the staff were pretty nice…read moreoverall and very fast with their work. The ambiance was pretty basic and pretty straightforward though.

We were absolutely starving, coming out late at night from a concert at Radio City Music Hall, and…read morethis was one of the few spots nearby that was still open. I had heard about The Halal Guys for years but somehow never had the privilege of trying it, mostly because this cart is usually packed. We walked straight up and, to our surprise, it was fairly empty-- clearly our lucky night. We ordered the chicken sandwich with everything and the beef platter with yellow rice, and OMG... it was incredible! These guys are clearly commanding the halal food scene, and after finally trying it, I completely understand the hype. The food was flavorful, satisfying, and exactly what we needed at that moment. There's something about eating a great late-night meal straight from NYC food cart that just hits differently. I will say, my sandwich was VERY spicy. And i love spicy food, but this was another level haha... My entire mouth was on fire. The funny part? I literally could not stop eating it. It was that good. Sometimes the simplest food, at exactly the right time, becomes the most memorable. This was definitely one of those moments. Now I get the hype!

I found this place when I was visiting New York with family who are interested in Pakistani food…read more It's a small hole in the wall, but the food was amazing with a homemade feel. We tried the chicken Costa curry with eggs and the chicken curry. Both the naan and the paratha were piping hot and fresh and the absolute comfort food. The service was great and food is very affordable

If I could, I'd give this spot a 3.5. The food was good and the prices were reasonable. The rice…read morewasn't anything too special but it did its job. I wish I had a sauce or something for it. The meats were good. The chicken was very delicious. My knock on this place is cleanliness. There were flies flying around the food. The food that they serve you. Which is cause for concern when they don't have it covered. Then they just reheat it in the microwave. So that's not exactly ideal. Despite that I'd go again. It was good and not too expensive.