New York is famous for its bagels. A classic New York breakfast is a bagel with cream cheese and lox (smoked salmon). 1)
New York-style pizza is known for its thin, foldable slices. You can find pizzerias serving delicious slices throughout the city. 2)
Street vendors and hot dog carts are iconic in New York. A classic New York hot dog is served with mustard and sauerkraut. 3)
These large, cake-like cookies are frosted half with chocolate icing and half with vanilla icing. 4)
Despite the name, an egg cream has neither egg nor cream. It's a sweet beverage made with milk, seltzer, and chocolate syrup. 5)
A pastrami on rye sandwich typically features tender, smoked pastrami served on Jewish rye bread. 6)
New York-style cheesecake is rich and creamy, often topped with fruit, caramel, or chocolate. 7)
A knish is a pastry filled with ingredients like mashed potatoes, ground meat, or vegetables. 8)
You can find halal food carts throughout the city, serving dishes like chicken or lamb over rice with pita bread and various sauces. 9)
Manhattan clam chowder is a tomato-based soup with clams, vegetables, and often a touch of spicy heat. 10)
Inspired by the black and white cookie, this milkshake combines vanilla and chocolate ice cream for a sweet treat. 11)
Cannoli are Italian pastries filled with sweet, creamy ricotta cheese and often decorated with chocolate chips and powdered sugar. 12)
This innovative burger replaces the traditional bun with a ramen noodle “bun.” 13)
Soft pretzels are popular street food, often served with mustard for dipping. 14)
Many pizzerias in New York offer dollar slices of pizza, making it an affordable and delicious quick meal. 15)