By: Amy Rosner By: Amy Rosner | December 29, 2023 | Food & Drink, People, Feature,
It’s the age-old dilemma: you want a good meal, but don’t want to spend a lot of money. Dining out in NYC is expensive, no doubt about it, but these delicious restaurants won't break the bank while still providing a delicious meal. Keep reading to find out the best affordable restaurants in NYC.
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1291 3rd Ave. / 212.744.0585 / Website
Cuisine: American
Atmosphere: Laid-back neighborhood joint
Must-Order Dish: The burger
Why You Should Dine Here: One of the best burgers in NYC
Multiple locations / Website
Cuisine: Japanese
Atmosphere: Stylish meets industrial
Must-Order Dish: Spicy scallop handroll
Why You Should Dine Here: Amazing quality fish
204 E 13th St. / 212.844.9789 / Website
Cuisine: Thai
Atmosphere: Neon-lit and intimate
Must-Order Dish: Koong Karee (sauteed shrimp in egg curry sauce)
Why You Should Dine Here: Hidden gem
Multiple locations / Website
Cuisine: Italian meets American
Atmosphere: Rustic
Must-Order Dish: The Emmy Double Stack Burger
Why You Should Dine Here: Can get delicious pizza and burgers all in one place
249 Park Ave S. / 212.254.5858 / Website
Cuisine: French
Atmosphere: Classic bistro
Must-Order Dish: Escargot
Why You Should Dine Here: Delicious french delicacies at reasonable prices
19 1st Ave. / 212.420.4900 / Website
Cuisine: Italian
Atmosphere: Old-school eatery
Must-Order Dish: Pasta Limone
Why You Should Dine Here: Fun for a big group dinner
Multiple locations / Website
Cuisine: American-Mediterranean
Atmosphere: Understated
Must-Order Dish: Duck bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich
Why You Should Dine Here: Has great breakfast, lunch, and dinner
14 Bedford St. / 212.242.4233 / Website
Cuisine: Italian
Atmosphere: Cozy wine bar
Must-Order Dish: Maccheroni Al Tartufo (truffle mac and cheese)
Why You Should Dine Here: Cute and intimate date spot
119 Delancey St. / 212.204.8616 / Website
Cuisine: Indian
Atmosphere: Colorful and lively
Must-Order Dish: Paneer Methi
Why You Should Dine Here: Has received a Bib Gourmand!
Multiple locations / Website
Cuisine: Italian
Atmosphere: Deli
Must-Order Dish: IL Sole (hot soppressata, spicy pepper jam, truffle cream, fresh mozzarella)
Why You Should Dine Here: Arguably the best Italian sandwich in NYC
Mulitple locations / Website
Cuisine: Fast-food
Atmosphere: Straightforward burger joint
Must-Order Dish: Double cheeseburger
Why You Should Dine Here: Best comfort food
Multiple locations / Website
Cuisine: Mexican
Atmosphere: Funky taqueria
Must-Order Dish: Carnitas tacos
Why You Should Dine Here: Amazing margarita pitchers and a fun vibe
46 Bowery / 212.233.8888 / Website
Cuisine: Shanghainese
Atmosphere: Traditional
Must-Order Dish: Pork buns
Why You Should Dine Here: Authentic Chinatown experience
190 Orchard St. / 646.559.2856 / Website
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Atmosphere: Casual
Must-Order Dish: Pork schnitzel
Why You Should Dine Here: From chefs of Via Carota and Olmsted
254 S 2nd St., Brooklyn / 718.599.0002 / Website
Cuisine: Italian
Atmosphere: Classic pizza joint
Must-Order Dish: Burrata slice
Why You Should Dine Here: One of the best slices in Brooklyn
136 Mulberry St. / 212.965.1188 / Website
Cuisine: Italian
Atmosphere: Snug
Must-Order Dish: Rigatoni a la vodka
Why You Should Dine Here: Masters all the classics
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