Ahoy NY Food Tours Blog

Nolita which stands for north of Little Italy and lies east of SoHo is sometimes overshadowed by its surrounding neighborhoods – yet most should know that it is a great foodie destination in New York City. Because they are so many new restaurant openings in the neighborhood, the list is constantly changing but here are…

Whether you are a lifelong New Yorker or just visiting, finding a cheap healthy or vegetarian restaurant in New York City can sometimes be a challenge. That is why we wanted to highlight some of our favorite places and show you how you can eat healthy in NYC for $40 a day (like the old Rachael Ray show). Breakfast: Dimes – 143 Division St Dimes is a tiny cafe on the outskirts of Chinatown that offers healthy and tasty options throughout their menu. In particular, their breakfast sandwich ($6.50) is especially delicious. It has scrambled eggs, avocado and pickled jalapenos. Yum! With a coffee, it will only set you back about $10 – $12. There is really no better way to start the morning! Another Option: Liquiteria – 170 2nd Ave & Other Locations Another good breakfast option is…

Restaurant Week comes around twice a year and it is one of the more exciting times to be a foodie in New York City! Every year the list of participating restaurants grows. To help, we went through all the restaurant week menus of our favorite restaurants and here is our NYC Restaurant Week summer 2014 recommendations! Butter Midtown – 70 W 45th St Alex Guarnaschelli’s Butter recently moved to a new location in Midtown and Restaurant Week is a great opportunity to check it out. It is just off Times Square and their ricotta ravioli and braised and grilled beef short ribs sound amazing. Ken & Cook – 19 Kenmare St Ken & Cook is a popular neighborhood restaurant just outside of Chinatown and Little Italy. Their food is always top notch and they have an exciting Restaurant Week menu…

Walk around Chinatown and Little Italy and you will see both have undergone a lot of changes that last two years or so. Among the changes, new restaurants are seemingly popping up every month. So from buzzworthy breakfast spots to local burger joints, here is a bunch of exciting, new restaurants in Chinatown and Little…

It is getting hot in New York City and if you are anything like us, you are looking for ways to cool off in Chinatown and Little Italy! As there are so many options, it is possible that you may have overlooked some of the best, so here is our list of the best ice…

While walking around Chinatown, have you ever stopped and looked at the fresh fruit stands and wondered what some of them were and what they tasted like? New York City’s Chinatown boasts an abundant amount of fruit stands and markets where you will be sure to come across some unusual and exotic fruits. If you haven’t tried any of these before… you must! Here is our list of the unique and exotic Asian fruits that you can find in Chinatown. Lychee The lychee is a sweet and juicy fruit which tastes similar to a cross between a pear and a grape. It is used in many Chinese treats and desserts but of course they are best eaten fresh! The lychee is probably the most popular Chinese fruit. Longan The longan which means dragon eye is also best eaten fresh. It…

Chinatown is known for their many noodle shops. There is surprisingly quite a bit of variety that you can find. From Chinese wonton noodle soup to cold Japanese soba noodles, here are the best noodle shops in Chinatown, New York City. HK Wonton Garden – 79 Mulberry St HK Wonton Garden is the premier place…

There are hundreds of pizzerias in New York City and often we find that there are some great gems that get lost in the crowd. Ahoy New York wants to highlight some of these great finds so here are the best off the beaten path pizzerias in New York City. Whether you like thin or…

Looking for Asian foods at a good price? Searching for ethnic or exotic ingredients for tonight’s dinner? Chinatown New York is the place to visit. This New York neighborhood’s grocery stores and markets provide locals with hard to find items and delicious imported goods. As we all know Chinatown can be overwhelming at times, so…

It is no secret that New York City can be an expensive city to live in or visit but there are some bargains to be found. Whether you are looking for a good hearty lunch or a nice tasty snack, we scoured the city for the best lunch specials, bargains, prix fixe menus and more!…

Although it may not seem like it at times in New York City, spring is here and summer is right around the corner. When we think of summer, we think of ice cream, the ultimate summer treat! So we are very excited to present the best ice cream spots in New York City. Chinatown Ice…

Restaurants like Masa and Peter Luger Steakhouse can offer once in a lifetime experiences but these iconic New York City restaurants are often pricey and have long wait times. It may be hard to replicate these unique dining experiences but here are our alternatives to the most popular restaurants in New York City. You can’t go wrong with any of these alternatives and you will certainly have a delicious, memorable meal without the wait and for a fraction of the cost! Instead of Peter Luger Steakhouse try Smith & Wollensky Peter Luger Steakhouse (178 Broadway, Brooklyn) is often the first place that comes to mind when it comes to New York steakhouses. It is incredibly popular so there are very long wait times and it can also be difficult to get a reservation. Plus their steaks can be expensive. Smith…

There are only a few more days for Chinatown Restaurant Week 2014. It should be on your foodie to do list unless of course you’ve already visited some of the great participating restaurants! It is a perfect opportunity to explore the rich, vibrant foodie ecosystem in Chinatown. There is truly everything from Chinese to Vietnamese…

Some of our go to places for a good, quick meal are actually chain restaurants. From Chipotle to Xi’an Famous Foods, here is Ahoy New York’s list of the best chain restaurants in New York City. Xi’an Famous Foods – 67 Bayard St & Other Locations Xi’an Famous Foods started as a small hole in the wall place located by the Manhattan Bridge. Xi’an has quickly built a loyal following for their pulled noodles and spicy cumin lamb burgers which in turn has led them to quickly expand throughout the city. Simply put, we just love their noodles and burgers. They are full of flavor and they have a nice little spice to them. Five Guys – 56 W 14th St & Other Locations Whether you want mushrooms, bacon, mayo or the classic lettuce & tomatoes at Five Guys, you…

If you are a foodie, New York City is truly an exciting place to live in and certainly to visit. There are new restaurant openings every day and they can range from Chinese hotpot spots to the latest Bobby Flay establishment. Here are the six most recent buzz-worthy restaurant openings in New York City that…

In New York City, there are a number of restaurants on every city block yet it still can be difficult to find a good kid friendly restaurant for the entire family to enjoy. Don’t worry! We have narrowed it down and here is Ahoy New York’s list of the best kid friendly restaurants in New York City. Carmine’s – 200 W 44th St & 2450 Broadway Carmine’s is the ultimate family friendly restaurant in New York City. They have delicious Italian dishes ranging from fried calamari to chicken marsala. Their dishes are served in large portions and are designed to be passed around and shared. Carmine’s is also known for their outstanding service. Katz’s Delicatessen – 205 E Houston St If enormous pastrami sandwiches and juicy hot dogs sound like a good time, then look no further than Katz’s Delicatessen….

New York City is truly blessed in that you can find foods from around the world including some unusual items. With that in mind, here are the most exotic foods that you can find in New York City. Be advised these exotic foods aren’t necessarily the popular foodie trends that you are used to having us suggest! Haggis Haggis is a Scottish savory pudding made with heart, liver and lungs. It is seasoned with spices and encased in the animal’s stomach. It is traditionally consumed during the Burns Supper which celebrates the life of poet Robert Burns and it is held on or around January 25. If you are looking to try some haggis, be on the lookout for it in Scottish pubs like St. Andrews (140 W 46th St). Blood Sausage Along the same lines as haggis, there is…

Fun fact: throughout NYC there are several high profile restaurants, bars, coffee shops, etc. owned by celebrities. The list ranges from A- list actors like Hugh Jackson to world class athletes like Michael Jordan. Here is a list of our favorite celeb owned restaurants. Laughing Man Coffee & Tea – 184 Duane St Laughing Man Coffee and Tea in Tribeca was envisioned by Hugh Jackman, who has starred in a ton of movies but he is probably best known for playing Wolverine in the X-Men movie series. It is a neighborhood favorite and it is a great spot to pick up an excellent cup of coffee (or tea) along with a quick snack. Best of all, profits from Laughing Man Coffee and Tea are donated to help small businesses and community projects worldwide. You can’t beat that! Nobu – 105…

Restaurant Week (February 17 to March 7) is a great time to be adventurous and try new cuisines. What are the best restaurants and the best dishes for this years’ Restaurant Week? With so little time and so many options, here are some of our picks for New York City Restaurant Week, winter 2014. Bread & Tulips – 365 Park Ave S One Italian restaurant that we have kept an eye out for this year is Bread & Tulips. We are especially eying their roasted beet & goat cheese ravioli for a starter, and either their sea scallops and black Angus sirloin steak for an entree and their vanilla bean panna cotta to complete their Restaurant Week menu. Yum! The Russian Tea Room – 150 W 57th St With the Sochi Olympics, Russian culture has been on the forefront as…

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner so if you are looking for fun, romantic foodie ideas, Ahoy New York has your back! Here are the most romantic restaurants in New York City. It is sure to be the start of a memorable night! The River Cafe – 1 Water St, Brooklyn The River Cafe…