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Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!
Energy Kitchen is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

1. Energy Kitchen

71 W 23rd St Ste 614 (Btwn 5th and 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · NoMad · 103 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: I frequent this fitness friendly cafe for the Jumpstart Wrap, which is 5 egg whites wrapped in a multi-grain tortilla. At only $2.99, you can add turkey bacon for an additional $.99 cents.

Whole Foods Market is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

2. Whole Foods Market

8.7
10 Columbus Circle (at W 58th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Central Park · 349 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: I often come here for the "2 for 6" deals. Choose 2 different dishes for 6 dollars. Proper portions, healthy options, great price.

Woorijip is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

3. Woorijip

8.3
12 W 32nd St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Korean Restaurant · Koreatown · 282 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Towards the back, pick up a few of the korean style steamed egg at only $2.50 a piece. Complete the meal with some veggies. Great post-workout choice and value for money!

Bread & Butter is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

4. Bread & Butter

5.9
419 Park Ave S (at E 29th St.), New York, NY
Café · Rose Hill · 89 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: $6.95 for a huge portion of romaine, one protein, and 4 veggie choices. Great value for going broke and getting fit :)

Westside Market is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

5. Westside Market

8.1
77 7th Ave (btwn 14th & 15th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Chelsea · 128 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The prepared foods section is full of fitness friendly options including chickpea salad, mayo-free tuna salad, and quinoa. Small portions for under $5 makes this a frequent pit stop after the gym.

Kobeyaki is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

6. Kobeyaki

293 7th Avenue (btwn W 26th & W 27th St), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Chelsea · 122 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Get the chicken rice bowl for $8.97. Fresh, Healthy, and the price is right.

Amish Market is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

7. Amish Market

8.1
731 9th Ave (Btw 49th & 50th Sts.), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · Hell's Kitchen · 75 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Half a rotisserie chicken and a side of potatoes, grab and go, for $3.99. One of the best deals in Manhattan!

Muscle Maker Grill is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

8. Muscle Maker Grill

92 8th Ave (btwn W 14th & W 15th St), New York, NY
Restaurant · Chelsea · 35 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: I gravitate to the "extras" section of the menu. Reasonable prices and great post-workout options.

Hale and Hearty is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

9. Hale and Hearty

462 7th Ave (btwn W 35th & W 36th St), New York, NY
Soup Spot · Garment District · 41 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The portions at fast casual restaurants in the US are too big. This is why I love the half chicken avocado wrap here. Pick up a Granny Smith apple on the way out for a great meal under $6.

Best Market is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

10. Best Market

7.5
2187 Frederick Douglass Blvd (btwn 118th & 119th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Central Harlem · 103 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Eggs are $1.99 a dozen. Chicken breasts are $1.99/lb. Sweet Potatoes are $0.79/lb. Need I say more. Great value for money at this grocery store! The produce is fresh and the prices are low.

BuonItalia is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

11. BuonItalia

8.5
75 9th Ave (15th and 16th street), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · Chelsea · 44 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: People associate "dollar signs" with the Meatpacking District. But for the broke folk, I highly recommend Buon Italia. I order the grilled chicken with a small side of rapini. Great deal!

Gary Null's Uptown Whole Foods is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

12. Gary Null's Uptown Whole Foods

6.6
2421 Broadway (btw 89th St & 90th), New York, NY
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Upper West Side · 16 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: If you go to the back of the store on the right hand side, there is a cooler full of healthy, organic, prepared foods. The portions are appropriate and the prices are all under $5.

Western Beef is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

13. Western Beef

5.9
431 W 16th St, New York, NY
Grocery Store · Chelsea · 18 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The best place I know in Manhattan to stock up on meats and poultry. Buy in bulk and save!!

Sushi 21 is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

14. Sushi 21

5.0
174 7th Ave (20th Street), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Chelsea · 9 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The small teriyaki chicken rice bowl is only $4.99. Great deal!

Trader Joe's is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

15. Trader Joe's

9.0
675 6th Ave (at W 21st St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Flatiron District · 309 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Go to the frozen foods section and take a look at the fish selection. Mahi Mahi, Ahi Tuna and Swordfish vacuum packed at really low prices. This is a great place for basics like eggs and milk.

Garden of Eden Marketplace is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

16. Garden of Eden Marketplace

162 23rd Street (btwn 6th & 7th Ave.), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · Chelsea · 34 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The prepared foods at this small store are delicious, healthy and great value for the money!

Pret A Manger is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

17. Pret A Manger

7.4
857 Broadway, New York, NY
Restaurant · Union Square · 117 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: everything is made fresh daily, and I really like all the prepared salads. Great grab and go options for fitness minded people on a budget.

Organic Avenue is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

18. Organic Avenue

156 Sullivan St (btwn W. Houston & Prince St.), New York, NY
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · SoHo · 19 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: For healthy eaters watching their wallet, the Walnut Dulse wrap is only $6 dollars and it is a meal in itself!

Chipotle Mexican Grill is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

19. Chipotle Mexican Grill

7.1
620 9th Ave (9th Ave & 44th St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 43 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: the burrito bowl is a standard post-workout meal for me. At under $8 for the chicken, all the ingredients are healthy, and the portions are reasonable.

Citarella Gourmet Market - West Village is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

20. Citarella Gourmet Market - West Village

8.2
424 6th Ave (btwn W 9th & W 10th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Greenwich Village · 50 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Tucked away down in the village, this location has a great selection of low-priced soups, salads and prepared foods under $8. Great for grab and go or a post-workout meal.

Maoz Vegetarian is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

21. Maoz Vegetarian

2047 Broadway (at 71st Street), New York, NY
Falafel Restaurant · Lincoln Square · 50 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The falafel salad box is a great choice if you are watching your budget. For around 8 bucks you get a power lunch; great pre-workout choices!

Gigi Cafe is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

22. Gigi Cafe

2067 Broadway (at 71st St), New York, NY
Deli · Lincoln Square · 39 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Two things to consider. 1. $6 lunch this week for soup and sandwich. 2. The Gigi salad is a legit healthy option at $7.99. Watch your budget and your waistline!

23. Fairway Market

8.1
2127 Broadway (btwn W 74th & 75th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Upper West Side · 127 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The deals on meat/poultry and fresh produce make this grocery destination worth it! Great place to stock up on chicken breasts. Later in the evening is the best time to go!

Trader Joe's is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

24. Trader Joe's

8.4
2073 Broadway (at W 72nd St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Lincoln Square · 259 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Chicken Caesar Wrap: $3.99 Banana: $0.19 Kind Bar: $1.49 You can't beat the price and its good for the bod!

Blossom Du Jour is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

25. Blossom Du Jour

259 W 23rd St (at 8th Ave), New York, NY
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Chelsea · 102 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The "smokey avocado" is a great choice if you are watching your waistline and budget!

Il Bastardo is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

26. Il Bastardo

5.7
191 7th Ave (at W 21st St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Chelsea · 97 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: This restaurant is a great choice for healthy eaters! Order the skirt steak with mixed greens or the chicken paillard with roasted vegetables. The lunch prix fix is a good value for $15.

Foragers City Grocer is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

27. Foragers City Grocer

300 W 22nd St (at 8th Ave), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Chelsea · 39 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: For the fitness and health crowd on a budget, the roasted chicken salad is a steal at $6.99!

Westside Market is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

28. Westside Market

2171 Broadway (at 77th St.), New York, NY
Supermarket · Upper West Side · 23 tips and reviews

29. Pret A Manger

380 Lexington Ave (btwn E 41st & E 42nd St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Midtown East · 39 tips and reviews

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Half a chicken balsamic sandwich, and a tuna quinoa cup. $7 bucks and under 500 calories. Not bad!

sweetgreen is one of Go Broke and Get FIT NYC!.

30. sweetgreen

9.0
1164 Broadway (at W 28th St), New York, NY
Salad Restaurant · NoMad · 325 tips and reviews