Think eating out NYC's West Village is too expensive? Think again!
Ricky Berrin, co-founder, and CEO of the website and mobile app Karavan, share his favorite cheap eats in the West Village.
- With the New York City streets overcrowding with halal carts and falafel joints, the options can be overwhelming. With locations in the West Village and Soho, Taïm Falafel and Smoothie Bar is Berrin's go-to falafel of choice. Whether you need a quick vegetarian bite or a hummus dipping platter for a night in, Taïm's affordable to-go and catering options have you covered.
- Established in the 1970's, Joe's Pizza has attracted all walks of life, from Greenwich Village beatniks and hippies to accomplished 'foodie' reviewers and passerby families. Raved about by critics and patrons alike, head to Joe's for excellent slices and soft drinks or bring home a whole pie to share.
- Located in the heart of the West Village, Bar Sardine is the perfect spot for drinks, dinner, and everything in between. Come for their grilled cheese with eggplant-tomato tapenade, stay for their rum toddies and hard cider.
- In 2009, Chef Rodolfo Goncalves (of Cake Wars fame) opened the now-famous Sweet Corner Bakeshop. Peep through their window to watch Sweet Corner kitchen staff crafting artisanal cakes, then head inside to enjoy their mocha lattes and signature sea salt chocolate chip cookies.
- A favorite among locals, the Saigon Shack's Vietnamese cuisine is equal parts savory and affordable. From their fresh lemonade and cucumber juice to their peking duck sandwiches with basil & hoisin sauce, Saigon never skimps on flavor.
