I think this place just constantly has a huge line out the door. We were here on a Friday at about…read more1 PM and the line seemed like it just kept getting longer, thankfully it moves pretty quickly. CASH ONLY!!! The food itself is amazing. I got the roast duck and crispy pork which are both so delicious. It comes on a huge bed of rice and they drench it in the sauce from the meat. Also comes with a side of cabbage which is perfectly tender and also covered in delicious meat sauce. This place is incredible value too. A small box is $6 and a big one that we shared between 3 people was $10? Love this place and would return for this and this only.

Got the pork and duck over rice combo and it was delicious and hit the spot! Definitely does the…read morejob for $7.50 so can't complain about that. The wait was about 30 minutes midday on Friday. Once you're in there, they prep it fast. Note it's cash only.

Mostly standing tables…read more I tried it once and was craving it for a 2nd time! Got the abobada tacos and it lives up to the hype! They are a bit on the pricey side but definitely worth it!

Popular taco spot for a reason! Stopped in for a quick bite before a show at Lyric. Walked in…read morearound 5:15 and there was a short line that moved quickly. Short menu makes ordering pretty fast and you let the kitchen know your taco toppings when you give them your ticket. I did a carne asada and pollo asado taco on corn. Tortillas tasted fresh and meat had good flavor and wasn't dry. Standing counters to eat only, no seating. Staff was very on top of refilling napkins and salsas at the topping station. We would definitely grab some tacos here again.

Tried this place for the first time, and I liked it. Affordable, Korean "fast food" is how I would…read moredescribe it. I ordered the vegan kimbap, which consisted of sweet potato, tofu skin, and some other vegetable fillings, in a bed of sticky rice, wrapped by seaweed. It was less than $10 outside of lunch time, which for FiDi is a deal! The service was quick, the staff friendly, and the space clean. I also liked the authentic Korean music and artwork, which gave it a more traditional feel than a standard fast food joint. They have a clean bathroom, too! Overall, I'd recommend this place!

I was looking for a somewhat healthier meal with veggies and protein, and KOBA checked those marks…read moreand more! They have a big menu to choose from spanning from fried rice, kimbap, bibimbap, to stews and more. Their signature "make your own bowl" had so many options, came generously portioned, and was so colorful and tasty :D The customization starts with a base: white rice, multigrain rice, japchae (noodles), or salad bases and moves onto a loooong list of toppings. A few of the more interesting ones like bellflower and fern brake roots were sold out when I ordered for dinner. And who else offers a fried egg for no additional charge as a topping? The toppings are yummy by themselves because they are already cooked or marinated. Definitely a great way to get one's vegetables! Proteins include bulgogi, pork belly, garlic chicken, spicy chicken, tofu, and even spicy squid. For kalbi, there's an additional cheese. The bulgogi was well seasoned and hit the spot! A little on the sweeter side but I didn't mind. The texture of the meat is mushier than the usual bulgogi, more of a Philly cheesesteak texture, but tasty nonetheless~ Don't count on this being authentically Korean. The bowls come with sauce options, but everything was so flavorful that I didn't use any! I agree on the hefty portion size; it's enough for a big meal if you're hungry and otherwise two lighter portions. Since the flavors, color, tastes, and flavors were so delightful, I finished it all so don't count on it lasting for multiple meals :) Patrons can order at the kiosks up front or schedule online to pickup. There's plenty of seating that looks fairly comfortable. Service was friendly enough. For more than $20 with tip, it's kind of expensive for a meal, but for the variety, taste, and relative healthiness, this meal was on point!

4.5 again! On a hot summer evening I got another order of 涼皮 cold noodles with spicy sauce for take…read moreout, served with spicy sauce, fried gluten pieces, julienned cucumber, blanched bean sprouts, fresh cilantro. A vegetarian/vegan friendly dish too! At around 6:30pm on a Saturday there wasn't a line, and the seating was only about a third taken, of the roughly 30ish seats available. Cafeteria-style so no frills here. With only one person in front of me, it only took a few minutes to order and maybe five minutes for my order to be ready. Staff is friendly and fast, making sure to check the level of spiciness for the order. I chose medium and liked the fire without blowing out my taste buds. At $8.45+tax = $9.20 a plate this is a good value for a meal and hits the spot on a hot summer day. Fresh, salty, sweet, savory, sour, slippery, crunchy--all in one bite! Taking it to go they pack the sauce separately and it's nice to have the option to use as little or as much as you want. Bathroom access is by key code posted at the front counter.

Over the years, Xi'an Famous Foods really expanded and have locations virtually everywhere across…read moreNYC. We stopped by the Chinatown location. The interior is clean and modern. Service is minimal. Order at the kiosk and pick up your food from the counter when it's ready. The spicy cumin lamb noodles (N1) is a classic choice. The hand ripped noodles are wonderfully thick and chewy, while the lamb is tender and packed with flavor. The complimentary chili oil and vinegar also let you customize the flavor and kick things up a notch. I also appreciate that they offer restroom to customers and keep the AC nice and cold, especially when many nearby businesses don't do the same. If you are a fan of thick noodles and spice, this is the place for you!

I haven't been here since before the pandemic. I forgot how good it is. I got the cumin lamb…read morenoodles (noodles are so springy, wish there were more lamb), stewed pork bun (pleasantly surprised at how good the meat is), stewed beef extra (wanted just protein, this has flavor but not as rich as the lamb; might actually be my favorite of the 3), and the li piang seitan cold noodles (refreshing dish for the summer). There is no tap water, so bring your own if you want. Also, if you use Inkind, have to order from the person and not a kiosk. No tipping here.

I haven't had Xi'an Famous Foods in years, ever since the Flushing location closed. I recently…read morerealized there's another location close to my office, so I decided to stop by for lunch. I still wish they had the braised oxtail option, but I went with the spicy and tingly beef muscle hand-ripped noodles instead. The noodles were long, thick, and super bouncy with a great chewy texture. I loved the spices and bold flavors, and the beef was delicious. My only complaint is that I wish it were spicier! Overall, a really satisfying bowl of noodles that hit the spot. Highly recommend!

These were hands down the best tacos we had in New York! We tried tacos at several different places…read moreduring our trip, and nothing else came close. The tacos were fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. There was a line when we arrived, but don't let that discourage you--it moved surprisingly quickly and was definitely worth the short wait. The restaurant was also very clean, which made the experience even better. If you're looking for amazing tacos while you're in New York, this place is a must-try. Out of all the tacos we had during our visit, these were by far our favorite. We would absolutely come back!

One of the earlier opened Los Tacos in NYC located on church st in the financial district close to…read morethe 9/11 memorial and WTC, oculus. Not exactly prime Tribeca Less people than the other stores esp MSG or noho. Moves fast. Similar setup to the others (order first. Pay. Go to the bar and they prepare your order) Consistent taste with the others. I always go with the carne asada and the pork adodoba. Definitely expensive compared to other local stores. Some standing area tables. Bright. Clean.

Saw this place on TikTok and was worried it would be overhyped, but it's such a great place for…read morefried chicken!! They have such a wide variety of interesting flavours and combinations, so I had a hard time deciding what to get. I ended up getting the honey garlic chicken burger combo and sweet chili chick n pop. The burger was one of the best fried chicken sandwiches I've ever had - the bun was light and fluffy, and the chicken was perfectly seasoned with the sweet honey sauce. The fries were pretty solid, but didn't stand out. I really enjoyed the truffle aioli sauce that I chose to come with it! I also loved the sweet chili chick n pop. I got the sauces on the side, but both were super good on their own or combined together. They're perfect little bites of crispy chicken and sauce! I'm super interested in trying the other flavours of fried chicken that they have. Food came delivered super quick - they did forget my drink in my combo, but I assume they might've just not had it.

The service here was super friendly. Didn't rush us as we were adding to our order, wiped down the…read moretable for us, great experience since he was the sole cashier and was prepping the food at the same time. Strawberry milk shake was yummy! Chicken was cooked very well, tender, crispy, yum! The same kitchen does burgers, and my son liked his a lot. The fries were my least favorite part of the experience. They were flavorless and not crunchy. The cheese fries we ordered were lacking in cheese and flavor. But overall, we would go back and avoid the fries next time.

I've been wanting to try Dokodemo for the longest time because I heard they do Hiroshima-style…read moreokonomiyaki, my favorite style (with noodles, not cabbage). They have an eclectic menu of japanese street foods and the inside is actually larger than you would think for a place making Japanese bar/comfort food! The okonomiyaki was DELICIOUS. It was everything I've been missing and I'm sad I didn't try this place sooner but I will definitely come back to try the rest of their menu, too. You could tell the owners are authentic and it's one of those places that survived the transition from Astor place being a bit of a Japan town to what it is today. Keep this place open at all costs! For a very rare and necessary dose of Japanese homestyle authenticity, come to DokoDemo!

5 stars bowl of ramen,as good as I never had before in NYC…read more 2 stars for the rest. I went for lunch,not sure they were happy to have me there. I set myself,stood up and order at the register,asked for water after 15 minutes I was scooping on my soup. I stood up and went to pay. I hope they have a better vibe and attention to details at night.

Our last meal during our 5 day NYC trip. We literally popped in here on our way back to the hotel…read moreto pack and head to the airport. Delicious smash burger. Staff very friendly. There was no wait at all other than the time it took to make our order - loved that. Highly Recommend!!

If you love burgers this is a must stop. It's made to order and very fresh. The restaurant is…read moresmall so you may have to eat outside. The burgers are juicy and the fries are crispy. Drinks are bottled or canned and available. The menu is simple: burger, double burger, and fries and drinks. Simple enough. Service is great.

This spot earns the "Best Grilled Cheese" in every state by Chowhound. This cheesy comfort food…read moredefinitely hit the spot! Crispy bread, melty cheese, plus their KBBQ tenders with the Korean sauce that was honestly so good. They even have a Dubai chocolate drink. MUST-TRY: Wagyu Biggie Melts, KBBQ Tenders/Burger. Save this for your next cheesy craving! You'll thank me. ;) Follow me @foodie.elite on IG, Tiktok & Redbook for more great finds!

Best grilled cheese and chicken fingers we have had in NYC! Food was fresh and cooked to…read moreperfection. Ordered from the kiosk and food was prepared quickly and delivered friendly. Restaurant had plenty of seating and was clean. Will definitely be back. This was an expected surprise. Don't go to the fancy place next door, get some real food here.