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Dining in New York
New York City boasts over 26,000 restaurants across five boroughs. From Michelin-starred fine dining to iconic street food, NYC's diverse culinary landscape represents virtually every cuisine on earth.
Popular Areas
Cuisine Highlights
Pizza, bagels, diverse ethnic cuisines, fine dining, deli sandwiches, street food
Did You Know?
New York City has more restaurants than any other city in America, with over 26,000 establishments serving food from 200+ countries.
Essential Dining Guide for New York
💰 Average Price Range
USD $15-60 per person
⏰ Best Time to Dine
Avoid peak dinner rush (7-9pm); lunch specials offer best value. Brunch reservations essential on weekends
🍽️ Insider Dining Tips for New York
- Outer boroughs (Queens, Brooklyn) offer authentic ethnic cuisine at half the price of Manhattan
- Many top restaurants offer prix-fixe lunch menus that are significantly cheaper than dinner
- Street food from halal carts, dollar pizza slices, and food trucks provides excellent budget options
- Reservations at popular spots should be made 2-4 weeks in advance, especially for weekend dinners
🌍 Local Dining Customs & Etiquette
Tipping 18-20% is mandatory for table service. New Yorkers eat late - dinner reservations at 9pm are common. Fast-paced service is the norm, not rudeness.
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