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⁾