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Top NYC Foodie Spots
Jules Bistro is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

1. Jules Bistro

65 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave.), New York, NY
French Restaurant · East Village · 103 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: A truly authentic French Bisto nestled in the LES. Every night is live jazz playing adding to the classic ambiance of the place. The food is amazing & meticulously prepared to perfection. Bon Apetit!

L'Ecole- Restaurant of the International Culinary Center is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

2. L'Ecole- Restaurant of the International Culinary Center

462 Broadway 1st Floor Fl 1 (Grand St.), New York, NY
French Restaurant · SoHo · 50 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: What I had @ l'ecole is what's in the picture and let me just say it was as good as it looks. L'ecole is a French restaurant where culinary students put their skills to the test & they all deserve A+!

French Roast is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

3. French Roast

78 W 11th St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 124 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Affordable, French food that doesn't skip on quality for the sake of price. Go for the crispy duck confit with the fig compote and balsamic reduction; it is delicious!

Fish is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

4. Fish

280 Bleecker St (at Jones St.), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · West Village · 218 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Don't be fooled by the look of this casual place; the seafood is fantastic & the closest you'll get to fresh-off--the boat seafood in the middle of Manhattan. Go for the Oysters & Maryland blue crab.

Balthazar is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

5. Balthazar

9.0
80 Spring St (at Crosby St), New York, NY
French Restaurant · SoHo · 1059 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Has the vibe of a busy Parisian bistro; the escargot are my favorite appetizer; for main course I always go for the steak frites with that decadent bernaise sauce. Great restaurant!

Mille-Feuille Bakery is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

6. Mille-Feuille Bakery

8.3
552 Laguardia Pl (btwn Bleecker & W 3rd St), New York, NY
Bakery · Greenwich Village · 93 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: An authentic French patisserie owend by a Parisian chef who aspired to open shop in NYC. The macaroons are delicious (try the passionfruit one!) Also, go for the cheese brioche buns, simply amazing!

Cafe Lalo is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

7. Cafe Lalo

201 W 83rd St (btwn Broadway & Amsterdam Ave), New York, NY
Café · Upper West Side · 255 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Great Dessert place! On my visit I had an elderflower champagne cocktail, dessert & listened to a live guitarist..needless to say it's worth the trip :)

Thalia is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

8. Thalia

828 8th Ave (btwn 49th & 50th St.), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Theater District · 136 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: $1 Oysters make this place great for Oyster lovers not looking to throw money into the air. I also recommend the gruyere smoked gouda crusted Pork loin; it comes with a spinach that is amazing.

Beauty & Essex is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

9. Beauty & Essex

8.8
146 Essex St (btwn Stanton & Rivington St), New York, NY
Tapas Restaurant · Lower East Side · 579 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: One of the coolest restaurants I've been to in awhile--on the outside is appears like an old hole-in-the-wall pawn shop; once again proving the old adage to never judge a book by it's cover :) enjoy

Pil Pil is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

10. Pil Pil

8.7
265 E 78th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Spanish Restaurant · Upper East Side · 73 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: A very charming tapas place with vines intertwined on the ceiling and wine bottles accenting the decor. Great food and wine. Small so better make a reservation if you have a big party

Island Burgers and Shakes is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

11. Island Burgers and Shakes

766 9th Ave (btwn W 51st & W 52nd St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Hell's Kitchen · 113 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: A hole-in-the-wall burger joint w/ the BEST burgers I have had in NYC. Before this place I didn't even know there were so many options when it comes to burgers! The place speaks for itself--a must go!

The Mussel Pot is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

12. The Mussel Pot

174 Bleecker St, New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 54 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Tucked down near Bleeker Street; this unassuming place offers up delicious mussels with unique flavors and combinations.

Tortas Frontera by Rick Bayless is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

13. Tortas Frontera by Rick Bayless

8.2
Terminal 1, near Gate B11 (ORD Airport), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 542 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Rick Bayless, the master of Mexican food, brings airport food to a new level w/ this place. Everything is delicious, fresh and authentic. Try the Yucatan pulled pork sandwich w/ tomatillo salsa

Cascabel Taqueria is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

14. Cascabel Taqueria

1556 2nd Ave (btwn E 80th & E 81st St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Yorkville · 219 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Just came from this restaurant & the food is authentic Mexican at an affordable price point. Of their 8 flavorful tacos; I went for the crispy yellowfin tuna belly taco & it was perfection.

Al Forno Pizzeria is one of Top NYC Foodie Spots.

15. Al Forno Pizzeria

1484 2nd Ave (77th St), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Upper East Side · 28 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Less is definitely more at this UES pizzeria that boasts fresh ingredients & a brick oven. No need for tons of toppings; just enjoy their classic pizza margherita & you'll feel like you're in Italy.