Ever heard of biang biang noodles?…read more There's so much to love about these thick, flavorful and chewy hand pulled noodles. You have to get it spicy - all the flavor lives in their house made chili oil. This was the perfect quick bite before catching a show at the Beacon theater. 4/5 because I would have like something that provides a bit of freshness to cut through all the chili oil. In general, really delicious!

I have been visiting this Chinese fast food chain since they only had one location in Manhattan and…read moreI have to say that the quality is consistently not what it used to be. Although the food is decent and portions still sizable, it's certainly not worth writing home about. Tables and floors are dirty (they actually ask customers to clean instead of having somebody do it for you), service is forgettable at best and their best dish - the spicy cumin lamb noodles - is just a faint memory of what it used to be (but still $16). Ok at best.

The chicken at chirping chicken is fantastic. Get the 1/2 chicken meal with Greek salad sweet…read morepotato fries and a half and half. Get the honey mustard. The service is nice - the gentleman behind the counter know what they are doing and the ambiance is very chill - perfect for a quick solo bite.

We love this place and go regularly....despite being busy as all hell, they can handle it. Staff is…read moregreat, atmosphere is casual, but nice enough for a meeting, family or cheap date. This is real food, healthy, tasty, hearty and pretty quick despite being freshly made. Highly recommended chicken kabob platter. Greek salad with grilled chicken, and while we regularly get and love the tzatziki, which we buy as a side, even though some comes with platters, tonight I also tried the hummus and it was garlicky, chickpea-y and yummy too.

Best burgers in the UWS! cool staff, great chefs, quick…read moreservice despite the crowds. My new default for a great burger -

We come here every time we're in Manhattan--my 14 year old daughter absolutely loves their burgers!…read more Classic cheese smashburgers paired with Mexican Cokes. It's easily one of the better smashburgers around--juicy patty, delicious sauce, grilled onions, pickles and a soft bun. The burgers are on the smaller side (not White Castle small, but my daughter usually eats two!), but at $6.50 for a single patty cheeseburger, it's a OK value. Don't skip the fries--they are crispy, delicious, and a generous portion for the price. Quick, easy, and fast! The staff was friendly, welcoming, and easygoing. Fast-casual vibe that feels a bit more low-key than standard fast-food joints. There is a small number of seats inside (stool seating) plus a couple of high tops tables outside.

Forever my cinco de mayo spot! They were packed today with a line out the door. New menu from my…read morelast visit. The breakfast tacos HIT! Happy to support their charity AND use inKind too

Decided to come here with two of my friends because I saw that they had birria tacos. It almost has…read morea classic diner look, very spacious and plenty of seating. The menu isn't extremely extensive, but they do have a tostada option, quesadilla options as well as different tacos. They are a little expensive a soda will be five or 6.50 but my baby taco was only seven dollars a pop. Food tasted okay, I had higher hopes. Good smoked spicy taste/sauce on meat (similar to chipotle's Tabasco sauce) but not extremely flavorful. My friend really enjoyed her chicken taco. Staff was nice and food came out quickly.

Great experience at this location today! My family and I came to eat after the museum of natural…read morehistory and exploring the city and it didn't disappoint. I wish i took photos of my food or this location but I ate too fast ! My husband ordered the food at the kiosk and entered his phone number and got a $10 coupon for spending more than $30. Total was $49 which is expensive but food was excellent. We got 2 burgers, 3 fries and 3 drinks. We sat downstairs with our numbers where an employee was using a walkie to talk to the employees upstairs. They brought our food to us and it was fresh. The employee working downstairs today around 5pm was so nice and helpful. Made sure tables were clean and we had all we needed. Excellent service from her. I used the bathroom after which there was a line for but the bathrooms were very clean. They have 2 bathrooms, i went into the smaller one but i was surprised with how clean it was. Def enjoyed this location and will make sure I come back here when in the area!

This This burger chain is world-famous, and I've tried it in other countries, including Shanghai…read more I've always thought their burgers tasted pretty good, better than average fast-food burgers. Its origins trace back to the US, right here in New York, so I had high expectations. Sadly, my experience here was a huge letdown. It wasn't even as good as the locations overseas. Value for money is extremely poor. The beef patty was slightly burnt, and the overall flavour combination felt off. It's surprising that in the birthplace of hamburgers, this iconic brand can only deliver such mediocre quality. I'm quite disappointed and won't be ordering from this chain again while in the US. I'm giving the food 2 out of 5 stars. On a positive note, the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming -- far better than the burger itself. I'd give the service a solid 5 stars.

I can't go to NY and not have a hot dog. On my last day I walked to Gray's to get a dog with…read moreeverything and a pineapple juice. There was a short line, but it moved quickly. The staff let me use tap pay even though I didn't reach the minimum that was on their signage. I ate at the counter they have outside. The hot dog had a nice snap to it and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The pineapple juice was cool, sweet and tart.

Gray's Papaya is a classic NYC stop for a quick, budget-friendly bite, especially if you're looking…read morefor a late-night eat! We ordered a hot dog with caramelized onions, relish, mustard, and ketchup. It was a good hot dog, but nothing particularly mind-blowing. The real surprise was the papaya juice, which was absolutely delicious and easily my favorite part of the stop! Service was quick and efficient, making this an easy grab-and-go option when you want something fast without spending much. The atmosphere is casual and no-frills, with a few spots to stand and eat both inside and outside. Overall, it's worth checking out for an affordable NYC hot dog and that refreshing papaya juice, but don't expect anything extraordinary from the food.

This is such a cute spot to grab a fresh bite to eat! The side salad is so affordable, less than $8…read moreand I added tuna for my protein. The tuna was SO fresh! I kept making little "mmm" sounds with every bite. They also have a free water station, which I love. The staff member who took my order was super nice and welcoming. I'll definitely be back here for lunch whenever I forget to bring my own. There are several locations throughout Manhattan, so definitely check them out!

The Ultimate NYC Breakfast Sandwich…read more My husband rarely eats sandwiches, but he noted that the breakfast sandwich here was easily one of the best things he had during our entire trip to New York. There are several locations across the city, but a local friend recommended this for their food and proximity to the American Museum of History. Because it is incredibly popular, the cafe was very crowded, and the counter-service line stretched straight down the middle of the shop. It was quite difficult to find an indoor table that could accommodate our party of four, so we grabbed some of the outdoor seating instead. While the venue was bustling and the service was understandably a little on the slower side due to the heavy crowd, we still had a wonderful experience and highly recommend stopping by.

Best sandwiches by far!! They make classic basic sandwiches but they do a great job and everything…read morealways taste fresh and not processed. Sometimes when I go to bodega deli's the meat taste odd but here is tastes great!

A sandwich I will think about for the rest of my days. The lenwich sans cheese and add pickles was…read more*chef's kiss* I appreciated the self-service option so I could fully browse the menu and add-ons, without feeling the rush of ordering at the counter; we went during the lunch rush and could tell this was thee spot to be at! After we got through our sandwiches and soups, we could see why. 10/10 would get this again the next time I come to New York!

The biscuit is to die and the spicy chicken with friend rice cakes is a must. I order to go all the…read moretime and it comes so fresh. Probably some of the best mac n cheese i've had as well. Everything is so good

Ordered the soy garlic chicken bites that come with fried rice cakes. Good flavor and I like that…read moreit's a mix of chicken with rice cakes. The order is bigger than expected and is more than enough for 1 person.

We have dined here a few times when on the west side and it's always a good experience. The burgers…read moreare prepared just right and very tasty. Their Classic 5 Napkin Burger is a solid choice along with a side of fries. Service is also very good, friendly and attentive.

REVIEW FOR FIVE NAPKIN BURGER…read more # 2 Actually we thought we might have been being "punked"! We were greeted by and taken to our table by a very nice host. Our server was WONDERFUL. (Jose M.). We were excited for dinner as we have heard great things about 5N burger. With the warm greeting and very nice server , Jose, we thought we were set for a enjoyable dinner. We started with the guacamole and chips along with some crispy rice sushi appetizers. The apps arrived , we were hungry and started sharing. The table got quiet. Our entrees arrived and we started to eat. About 4 minutes into the entrees we all at the same time looked at each other and simultaneously said: "our we crazy or is this food inedible"!. Well we all burst out laughing and couldn't stop as it was that bad. The food was so awful that we agreed this night was what memories are made of. A great meal and a truly awful meal are both so memorable, it's a bonding experience. We continued laughing. We were in disbelief how bad the food was. When asked about dessert one of us almost did an involuntary spit take with water. We couldn't keep it together. Even the fountain soda was flat. We quickly got the bill. We made sure that Jose received a generous tip. He was wonderful and it's not his fault that the food was horrible. I don't use that word lightly. We ended the night telling each other about the worst meals we've ever had in any restaurant in the world. This was not my worst (it was the#2, literally and figuratively). I hope Jose and the other lovely members of the staff move on as this place can't sustain if this is the food that's going to be served.