Restaurants

A great way to find out the best restaurants in a city is to ask a local. Travel Savvy has asked the local experts and seasoned travel bloggers and we have their lists here. Find out the best Mexican restaurants in LA, where to get vegetarian in New York's East Village, healthy options, boozy brunch, and so much more!

  • Exploring Arthur Avenue

    Think Manhattan's Little Italy is the original one? Fuggedaboutit! It's actually Arthur Avenue in the Bronx, also one of the "Great Streets Of America"!

  • Raising a Glass at Rollin' Greens in Bellerose

    Always ask a local, especially when you want the inside scoop on the best bar in town. This week, Str8t Up!'s Amanda Gabriele heads to Rollin' Greens in Bellerose, Queens.

  • Vegetarian in NYC's East Village

    Musician, New Yorker, and vegetarian Jesse Malin gives his recommendations for the best vegetarian food in New York's East Village.

  • Best Themed Restaurants in NYC

    NYC is filled with clever themed restaurants of every type! If you're looking for a unique place to eat, click through for our picks of the Best Themed Restaurants in Manhattan.

  • Exploring NYC's Lower East Side

    On this episode of Around the Corner, Paula explores Lower Manhattan's hip & historic east side. Watch now & experience New York like never before!

  • Lori Cheek's Classy New York Date Spots

    NYC-based entrepreneur Lori Cheek, founder of the dating app Cheek'd, shows us the classiest date spots. Watch the video & plan a NYC night in style!

  • Classic NYC Burgers

    Travel Savvy asked America's foremost hamburger expert George Motz to find the best burger in NYC. Check out these local New York burger places on your trip!

  • Late Night Diners

    If it's 2AM and you find yourself hungry in NYC, these diners are open all night. Musician and bar owner Jesse Malin gives his picks for late night eats.

  • Queens Staycation

    Check out our insiders' guide to one-of-a-kind, underrated things to do & places to eat in NYC's largest borough. You don't have to leave to get away!

  • Scott Conant on New York, Cooking Tips and More

    Find out why celebrity Chef Scott Conant is moving to Arizona & get his picks for kid-friendly dining in New York City on this episode of The Lowdown!

  • Best Pizza in Downtown NYC

    Looking for the best pizza in NYC? Musician and New Yorker Jesse Malin talks about where to go for the best pizza in downtown Manhattan.

  • The Five Rosés To Drink in the Big Apple (and where to drink them)

    In NYC, it's "rosé all day," every day, especially in the summer. Click through to discover the top five rosés in the Big Apple and where to find them!

  • Amanda Gabriele's 5 Fave Local Bars (Fort Greene)

    Always ask a local when searching for the best places in any 'hood. That's why we tasked Amanda Gabriele, of our channel Str8t Up!, to name her five favorite bars in Fort Greene.

  • Brunch in Manhattan

    A guide to the best brunch spots in NYC that includes oysters, avocado toast, best rosé wine list, Southern California menu, and farm-to-table for weekend brunch.

  • Inside NYC's Millennial Pink Obsession, Rosé Included

    Some might attribute New York's pink wine obsession to the #MillennialPink trend that has taken over Instagram, but we know the collective love of rosé is more than just a fad.

  • Boozy Ice Cream in NYC

    NYC takes brings an ice-cold nostalgic treat to adulthood by mixing your favorite booze into ice cream, snow cones, cakes, and more!

  • Best Holiday Markets in NYC

    Whether you're listening to Frank Sinatra or still sipping on Pumpkin Spice Lattes, these markets will officially get you into the holiday mood! 

  • Coming Soon: Around the Corner

    Follow host Paula Keung as she meets w/ local experts & discovers the best hidden gems in a neighborhood near you. Check out what's Around the Corner!

  • 6 Great Places to Eat Oysters in NYC Right Now

    Check out this list of 6 Must-Try places for oysters in NYC and get to slurping!

  • Veg New York: Vegetarian and Vegan Food Trucks Around NYC

    Delicious vegetarian and vegan meals come to you, thanks to these NYC food trucks. Check them out!

  • Comfort and Soul Food in Queens

    Nothing is better then taking a bite of a delicious piece of food and feeling moved by happiness and now Queens offers that in great locations.

  • The Perfect Summer Bars: Five Rooftop Bars in NYC

    Take your summer fun to another level, literally. Enjoy drinks and a scenic view of the city skyline on these five rooftop bars.

  • 5 Reasons to Leave the City for a Westchester Dining Experience

    If you've been looking for a good reason to venture out of the city for a change of pace, Westchester county has a wide variety of great dining options for you to choose from.

  • Midtown Bagels: Our Picks

    In New York City getting a bagel is not hard, but getting a bagel that is is filled with nothing with glory isn't so easy. Don't worry because we know just where to take you.

  • Seven NYC Restaurants Made Famous On Film

    Want to dine where your favorite movie characters eat? We've rounded up the famous NYC restaurants and eateries featured on the silver screens.

  • 5 Fast Facts About Brooklyn

    Want to get acquainted with the biggest borough of New York City? Here are five fast facts you must know about Brooklyn.

  • Biergartens in NYC

    Enjoy a cold brew in the great outdoors at one of these four favorite German-style Biergartens in NYC. Great places for travelers & locals to enjoy!

  • Gelato in NYC

    From Little Italy to Chelsea, enjoy the most delectable gelato Manhattan has to offer. We tried them all, and Travel Savvy editors have selected their Top 4 favorite NYC picks!

  • Lisa Ramos Knows Comfort Food

    Model and television personality Lisa Ramos shares her favorite places to eat in NYC with comfort foods that are terrible for you but will taste amazing. Let's dive in!

  • Best Pizza in NYC

    Vivek George, founder of “Salt,” a smartphone application that helps you choose places to eat and drink, gives his list for the best pizza in NYC.

  • Ethnic Restaurants in Manhattan

    World traveler Carlos Garcia shares his favorite ethnic food in NYC, from authentic Italian to savory Ethiopian. Check out his list here!

  • Best Cafes to Fuel Up in NYC

    Breakfast sandwiches, coffee, burgers, fries, sandwiches, and beer - Jimmy Phillips lists top cafes in NYC to refuel before or after a bike ride.

  • Summer in NYC

    If you're looking for summertime fun in New York City then this episode of We Hear is for you. Plan your summer with our video guide to events in NYC!

  • Fun Things to do in Brooklyn

    Learn where adults go for ice cream, bowling, video games, & other fun kid things adults can do in Brooklyn. Andrew Zimmer gives his local insight!

  • Classic Bars in NYC

    Take in the history of New York at one of these truly historic bars. Mike Riordan, of NYC FitTours, talks classic NYC bars & what makes them special!

  • A Nightlife Editor's Guide to NYC Bars

    Drink like a local at the Best Bars in NYC! TimeOut New York's Andrew Zimmer, a true expert, guides you to the best cocktails, giant beers, & more!

  • A Real Housewife's Guide to NYC Family Fun

    Model, mommy, Housewife & entrepreneur Kristen Taekman shares her favorite family-friendly activities in New York City. Watch her on TravelSavvy.tv!

  • Eating on a Budget in NYC's West Village

    From Peking duck to divine sea salt chocolate chip cookies, Karavan CEO Ricky Berrin shares his affordable foodie finds in NYC's West Village.

  • Downtown Eats in NYC

    Get the lowdown on best restaurants in downtown Manhattan from Andrew Zimmer, former NY editor at Thrillist and current Deputy Editor at Time Out New York.

  • Craving Curry? Try These NYC Indian Spots

    Vivek George, co-founder & CEO of the restaurant bookmarking app Salt, talks about the best Indian restaurants in New York City. See his favorites here.

  • Food Baby NY's Favorite Donut Shops

    Looking for the best donuts in NYC? Check out Travel Savvy's video featuring Alexandra & Mike Chau, the parents behind the adorable @FoodBabyNY Instagram!

  • A Writer's Guide to Coffee Shops in NYC

    Looking for the best coffee shops in NYC? Whether you're relaxing or getting work done, College Prepster blogger Carly Heitlinger knows New York coffee shops!

  • What To Eat Inside NYC's Chelsea Market

    From lobster rolls to cactus tacos, Ricky Berrin, co-founder & CEO of the Karavan app, discusses the best Chelsea Market food shops - see his picks here!

  • Best Brooklyn Eats

    Andrew Zimmer, editor at Time Out New York, shares his favorite Brooklyn restaurants and international eateries. Find out the best Brooklyn restaurants here.

  • NYC Invites You To See Your City

    NYCGO, Mayor De Blasio & American Express have teamed up to launch a city-wide dining campaign, See Your City: Eats Edition. Learn more about it here!

  • Shop Local in NYC

    From coffee to clothes, BuyConscious.com's Rose Anna Martincak talks about local options that can help you be a conscious consumer in NYC. Learn more here.

  • Best New Burgers in NYC

    Travel Savvy asked Hamburger America author George Motz about the best new burger places in his hometown of New York City. Learn more about his favorites now!

  • The Incomparable 80's in NYC

    Turn back the clock & learn what NYC was like in the 80's on TravelSavvy.tv. Writer & director James Habacker picks the best old school attractions!

  • Hidden Gems in NYC

    Shark Tank's Lori Cheek, founder of the dating app Cheek'd, uncovers the best hidden places and in-the-know spots in New York City. Discover her secrets here.

  • Tokyo Dining via New York City

    Recipe tester Rachel Soszynski knows her Japanese cuisine. In this video, she shares the best places in NYC to experience ramen, izakaya & yakiniku.

  • Downtown Italian in NYC

    Travel Savvy Editor-in-Chief Paula Keung take you to her favorite Italian dining spots in downtown Manhattan. Find out where she grabs her favorite pizza slice!

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