Soup Kiosk

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!

2.1 mi•Midtown East, Murray Hill

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Omusubi Gonbei

4.4(263 reviews)

RICE BALLS ARE LIFE…read more I divert myself to Grand Central Station instead of Penn, just so I can take the walk to get rice balls. Every time. Best food going on in midtown.

Omusubi Gonbei is kind of like an all-in-one Japanese grocery store and food stall. They are most…read moreknown for their rice balls, which were very affordable. There is also a counter in the back of the store with ramen if you are looking for a more substantial meal. The service was as expected of a grocery store and the ambiance was a bit quiet that morning. I got their Spam Musubi. It was really tasty. The egg and spam had savory flavors that paired well with the plain rice. I wish the rice was not so thick and that the nori was a bit thicker, but still a scrumptious meal to grab on the go! I also bought this Japanese apple jelly drink which was refreshing. I want to come back to try their rice balls (onigiris), specifically the Shrimp Tempura. Very convenient spot to get some quick Japanese snacks and food.

2.6 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

Weekday 1pm lunch hour

The curry brown rice

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The chicken karaage

Adel's Famous Halal Food

4.4(1.2k reviews)

This is worth the hype guys... I have no idea how it got so popular (tiktok, ig reels, word of…read moremouth?) but everytime I passed by here during my trip there was a line. It also smelled heavenly. We decided to keep the good vibes going after the most fun night - BTS concert - since this was near our hotel, we got in line around 11:30pm? They're open until super late. Didn't even spend that long in line to be honest, or maybe I just didn't mind the wait? When you get closer to the front, the line splits into two - not sure what the system is logically but it does help with ordering faster. We got one platter for 2 people - Mixed Platter which includes rice, lamb, chicken, and a slice of pita. You also have the option to pile on some crispy french fries (why would you reject fries) and get a drizzle of various sauces. I very intelligently opted for the hot sauce on the side, and was so grateful for that because it does pack a punch! Gosh, this was so delicious. SEASONED, and everything on the plate mixed together so well in one bite. Also an excellent portion that would definitely last you at least 2-3 meals if you got it for one person. I'm for sure going back next time I'm in Manhattan.

Tastes great and reasonably priced. Would not wait more than 20min though, because the regular…read morespots are not that much different. Wait was not bad at 615 on a Tuesday. Looked like 30 people but line moved fast, so took under 20 min.

8.5 mi•Bath Beach, Bensonhurst

Mix Platter

Adel's Famous Halal Food - Combo (chicken and lamb) over rice and fries was well seasoned. Would recommend dranks while waiting with friends in line hehe!

Combo (chicken and lamb) over rice and fries was well seasoned. Would recommend dranks while waiting with friends in line hehe!

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Chicken over Rice Platter and Lamb Over Rice

Mr Tofu

4.7(18 reviews)

Yeshh another location for tofu pudding!!! I ordered a large serving for $4.75. It can't get any…read morebetter. Silky, smooth, perfection.

They sell soy milk and soy pudding. The soy milk is pretty good, my second favorite in NY. Soy…read morepudding contains a bit too much liquid although still pretty good. They are a bit hard to spot. I have walked past it multiple times. Theyre also cash only.

0.5 mi•Little Italy, Chinatown

Updated menu as of 11/2024

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Cheong Fun Cart

4.5(265 reviews)

Little street cart that serves the softest cheong fun ever! I got off the plane from LA and…read moreimmediately rushed myself over to this little cart. I've heard so many great things about the cheong fun here and how cheap it is. I was recommended to go earlier in the day since they leave early or whenever they're sold out. Considering it's street food, take the cleanliness to your liking. My family and I got 5 different bowls and the total came out to $18 which is NOT bad at all. They offer soy sauce, peanut sauce, and/or chili sauce. Definitely only get the soy sauce for the protein options and peanut sauce + soy sauce for the plain one! Take it from me, my dad ordered all three sauces in all of our bowls and it was too much flavor mixing together in your mouth. Food: Plain Cheong Fun (8.4/10): The silkiest, softest cheong fun I've put in my mouth. You must eat this right away. This is not a take-home option because it will clump up together. Take it from me, I made the mistake of bringing this back on a 15 minute subway ride. Although I had to wait to enjoy, it was still delicious. Dried Shrimp Cheong Fun (7.6/10): I love a good dried shrimp and green onion cheong fun but this one didn't really hit the spot for me. I wish there was dried shrimp within the cheong fun. I maybe got a few pieces within each bite but those bites were still delicious.

Cash only! I wanted…read moreto try the Cheong Fun Cart for a long time, but never got the chance to during my other New York trips! This time I found the opportunity and am glad I can say I've been now! Its literally a small cart on the corner of the street intersection. There was a line formed and so we just followed suit. No place to sit to eat, so just be mindful of that - especially since the containers they give you the food in can be super hot! We ordered one fresh shrimp rice roll, and waited about 10 minutes for our food to come out. It is PIPING hot so it was hard to hold and eat, but we managed. The first few bites were delicious and the rice roll was super silky. However I felt like since it was shoved inside the plastic container, the rice roll keeps cooking in its own heat, and thus got overly goopy. Still, I enjoyed the cheap snack on the street, but have definitely had better long-standing rice rolls in NY.

0.5 mi•Bowery, Lower East Side

The cart

Shrimp with egg

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Large fresh shrimp rice roll $6

Forsyth Fire Escape

4.0(4 reviews)

Really enjoyed the scallion pancake burrito! The pork was well-seasoned, the guacamole smooth, the…read morequeso frito crispy, and the lemongrass chili crisp oil added a very creative touch, bursting with flavors. The tostone was perfect for snacking - crispy on the outside, yet firm and chewy in the middle. The green sauce was refreshing, so good for cutting through the grease.

The line of people made me curious enough to stop. Staff members offered care matching what you'd…read moreexpect from the look. The meal offered good flavors and proper cooking. The dishes are delicious. The time spent there was satisfying.

9.1 mi•Downtown Flushing, Flushing

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Peking Duck Sandwich Stall

4.2(267 reviews)

Terrific snack idea! I ordered three ($9 total, cash only!) which was just right for a filling…read morebite. Maybe they could put a tad more duck in the buns but I was content overall. Since it's a window, you have to stand around on the sidewalk to wait for your order and it can get crowded and confusing, but luckily they're pretty swift with orders. The buns came out cozy in a cardboard box. I am not sure as to the availability of plastic bags. So you may want to keep that in mind if you are traveling after obtaining the buns.

I've done the math, and I'm convinced the calories from the succulent slices of roast duck are…read morecompletely canceled out by the slivers of green onion and those impossibly light, pillow-soft buns. Each bun is loaded with glistening roast duck, a drizzle of hoisin sauce, and tucked into a cloud bun that disappears the second it hits your mouth. At $2.75 a pop, they're practically daring you to order "just one more"... and before you know it, you've lost count. I came for a snack and accidentally developed a bun addiction.

2.3 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

The stall

To go box for our Peking duck buns

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Royal Grill Halal Food

4.6(622 reviews)

I loved this spot and rate it third behind Mido's and Adel's for all of the halal carts I've tried…read more The rice is perfectly cooked, and I loved the charred flavor of the tandoori chicken. Green sauce is a must. Lace it with that shit. This was quite addicting, balanced, and not as in your face as the flavors of Adels and Midos. Which I don't mind. This feels lighter. No line ever, and it's quality. If I lived in NYC this would be a staple for me.

Vibe/ambiance: food truck Service: standard, pretty quick…read more Items ordered: chicken kati roll: comes with two small rolls; could use a little more salt

Chicken Tikka over Rice

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My third order from a third truck. Couldn't stop eating this lamb. I'm such a piggy

Billy's Hot Dog Cart

4.8(133 reviews)

4.8 mi•Upper West Side

Can't leave NY without having a hot dog and Billy's Hot Dogs has been well loved. With so many rave…read morereviews, we couldn't pass this up on our way back from walking over 6 miles at Central Park. He was easy to locate on a corner outside the park. The menu is simple- hot dogs, sausage dogs, chips, and drinks. Pricing is very reasonable ! Cash only. Got mine piled with mustard and relish- it was delicious, juicy, plump, and didn't taste like cheap processed meat. And he even gave us a super deal for 2 dogs and 2 sodas! Gobbled them up on a nice shaded bench at Central Park across the street : ) The perfect snack!

You can find Billy's Hot Dogs, a small hot dog cart, by CPW, with a straightforward menu of hot…read moredogs, hot sausages, pretzels, chips, and drinks - We ordered the Hot Sausage (beef), topped with onions and mustards - note that the onions are a 'onion relish,' just in case you're expecting raw or sauteed onions. The sausages themselves were fine; definitely on the spicy end. Billy, the owner, is super kind and friendly! Patrons tend to cross the street and enjoy their dogs on the benches. +Billy!

Fully loaded $2 hot dog. Love, @eatoutthao

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Gray's Papaya

3.8(1.7k reviews)

3.8 mi•Upper West Side

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.

New York City has a remarkable ability to turn ordinary things into cultural institutions. Given…read moreenough decades, a basic diner becomes a historic landmark, and a simple hot dog counter becomes a neighborhood shrine. Gray's Papaya on the corner of 72nd Street and Broadway is the quintessential example. Founded in 1973 by Nicholas Gray after he split from Papaya King, Gray's built its reputation on snappy franks, tropical fruit drinks, and microscopic prices. High rents and Manhattan real estate realities eventually shuttered the other outposts, leaving this Upper West Side location as the last one standing. We ordered the famous Recession Special: two hot dogs and a papaya drink. One dog came loaded with mustard and sauerkraut, the other with grilled onions. Both were aggressively, heroically average. They were not bad, which would at least make for a compelling story. They were simply the sort of hot dogs that seemed to spend their lives avoiding taking a firm stance. If hot dogs were graded on a bell curve, these two would sit directly in the middle, quietly hoping nobody called on them. The mustard was mustard, the onions were onions, and the sauerkraut did its job. The papaya drink was cold and pleasantly sweet, offering a refreshing counter to the salty franks. The service was purely transactional. Nobody threw a hot dog at us, but warmth and hospitality are clearly not core company values. You step up, state your order, exchange cash, and move along. Still, three stars feels fair because nobody visits Gray's Papaya in search of culinary perfection. You go because you are hungry on the Upper West Side, you do not want to spend twenty dollars on lunch, and you want a quick taste of a Manhattan that existed before every storefront turned into a luxury bank branch. The hot dogs are strictly middle of the road. The history and price tag are considerably better.

Recession special...one with mustard and sauerkraut & one with chili & onions. Papaya juice and Coconut Champagne.

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Lili R.

Elite 24

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9 years ago

This is a teeny tiny kiosk on Prince St, off Broadway. They sell several meat and vegetarian soup options, along with drinks. I tried the veggie chili - it was robust and very filling. The veggie chili comes with beans and chunks of tomatos, zuchinni, and carrots. Its delicious. they also sell freshly squeezes juices. I tried the lemonade and orange juice. Both are well made. Best part of all, you can get a large soup and juice for $10! maybe $11 for the meaty options. The soup cost ranges, but doesn't surpass $7. like always, hospitality counts and this place fits the bill. the employee is very friendly and polite.. oh and a dog lover! (kudos!) Overall, teeny kiosk with tons of flavors! Cheap! Polite worker! Happy dining! read more

Mjay P.

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3 years ago

I adore this soup stand. I tried the rice and cheese beef chili. It was wonderful! The bean, beef, and chili soup had a great flavor profile. This is not a spicy chili, if that's what you're looking for. If you'd like to add a little more, they have tobacco sauce right there on the counter. read more

Deepa M.

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12 years ago

The soup was ok. Under seasoned.

Loren A.

439

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14 years ago

Solid clam chowder.

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