Ahoy NY Food Tours Blog

Whether you are visiting Chinatown and Little Italy for a just day or whether you are a local checking out new neighborhoods, there are a lot of great options for food here. Even with a budget, you can try some of the most popular restaurants and some of the most popular dishes both neighborhoods have…

Looking for the perfect gift for someone special? Holiday shopping can be a massive headache but we are here to help! Holiday markets are invaluable resources for shoppers and they have truly become must see destinations. Here are the best holiday markets in New York City. You never know what you might find! Union Square…

If you are planning a trip or vacation to New York City, this NYC Foodie Link Roundup is full of invaluable information. It is packed with tips on visiting NYC including what to see, what to do and more! Also this month, there are great articles and blog posts on what we are excited about in the New York food scene. So without further ado… 10 Secret Destinations in New York This is a fun of list of places to visit in not only New York City but all of New York State. Also check our blog post of 15 Little Known New York City Fun Facts for more fun and interesting places to visit! Why the Prime Rib is the Steakhouse Classic That Will Never Fade Wow this video has us sold and we are getting hungry just thinking…

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Looking for some fun ideas for Thanksgiving dinner? We know we are and we’ve got you covered! Here is a good list of where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in New York City. There are some great options at all price points. Il Mulino – 37 E 60th St In the past, we have had some of the most delicious dishes here at Il Mulino and this year they offer a classic Thanksgiving dinner with roasted turkey, green beans, mashed potatoes and pumpkin cheesecake. Yum! Recette – 328 W 12th St Recette is one of our favorite American restaurants in New York City and their Thanksgiving menu sounds amazing with bay scallops, roasted monkfish, lemon buttermilk ice cream and of course turkey! Eleven Madison Park – 11 Madison Ave If you are looking for a…

Crispy chicken sandwiches (sometimes known as fried chicken sandwiches) can be dangerously addictive. In just the last few months or so, there have been a bunch more tempting options to try and here are the best crispy chicken sandwiches in New York City. Chick-fil-A – 1000 6th Ave Chick-fil-A finally opened a branch in New…

New York City is full of history and fascinating stories. Do you want to impress your friends or family? Here are 15 little known New York City fun facts and best of all, you can actually visit most of these places on this list! There is an archway by the Oyster Bar and Restaurant in…

This month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup looks at Chinatown, a bunch of fun things to do in and around New York City this fall and more. One thing is for sure, we are constantly adding things to our to do list! Q&A: Ahoy New York Tours and Tasting First off, be sure to check out…

We wanted to take a look at and highlight some of the best old school Chinese restaurants in New York City. These restaurants are full of history and they are a glimpse of a different era. In fact, many have not changed much since they first opened. After all these years, they have become neighborhood…

Are you looking for a quick, tasty treat, some little Italy dessert? Perhaps you are looking for a good conversation starter at a party or get together. You really can’t go wrong with macarons! We’ve honestly tried a bunch of macarons over the last few years and now we’ve narrowed down the best. So without…

Summer is almost over, along with all the movies in the parks, street fairs, free concerts, etc. But there is still a lot of fun events to look forward to this fall! Here is our list of things to do in New York City for fall 2015 – so now you can start your autumn…

There is a lot to be excited about this September, especially if you are a foodie! This month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup looks at restaurant openings, cheap eats and more. Whether you are a local looking to try new things or a traveler on budget, there is something for everyone. NYC Restaurant Openings This is…

Cheesecake is a NYC food that is almost as iconic as hot dogs and pizza. It just so happens that we love, love cheesecake. If you are a fan of cheesecake too, there are a lot of options! So from old school bakeries to new contenders, here are the best cheesecakes in New York City….

Manhattan is the epicenter of New York City so sometimes the other boroughs are overlooked. Some visitors and even locals do not take advantage of NY’s outer boroughs. That is why we would like to share with you the fun that Brooklyn has to offer, there are a lot of fun activities and events and…

Are you looking to shake things up? Maybe you are looking for new places to eat in New York City. Here are some exciting, new restaurants in Chinatown and Little Italy. With all the restaurant openings in the last few months, it is truly a great time to be a foodie in both neighborhoods! Round K Cafe – 99 Allen St Round K Cafe has quite the buzz behind it. First it is a great place to pick up a top notch cup of coffee but they also have a full menu filled with yummy Korean dishes like tofu and kimichi. Their lunch sets are quite the wonder to behold and they are almost too pretty to eat. Genuine Superette – 191 Grand St We just know that Genuine Superette is going to be one of our go to lunch…

There are surprisingly a lot of all you can eat options in New York City and a lot of them are great deals. Looking for something exciting? There are Japanese buffets, Brazilian steakhouses, Italian restaurants and a whole lot more. So with that in mind, here are the best all you can eat restaurants and buffets in New York City. 99 Favor Taste – 285 Grand St One of our favorite all you can eat places is still 99 Favor Taste in Chinatown. It is an all you can eat restaurant where all the meats, vegetables and seafood is grilled right in the middle of your table. There is also a fun hot pot option. Best of all if you get both the grill and the hot pot, it will only set you back $30.99. IchiUmi – 6 E 32nd…

The theme for this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup is trying new things: new restaurants, new dishes, new cuisines, etc. As we look to discover these great finds, we savor at the possibilities that New York City has to offer! The Top 10 Turkish Restaurants in NYC One cuisine that we really haven’t explored is…

Looking for new lunch and dinner ideas for a family outing? We have a bunch of recommendations. From classic Italian to Southern barbeque, here are our favorite fun family friendly dining options in New York City. Parm – 248 Mulberry St & Other Locations Parm is a fun throwback that has the best parmigiana sandwiches…

Lobster rolls are perfect for the summer! They are cool and refreshing and in the last couple of years, there have been a lot more options added. We narrowed it down and here are the best lobster rolls in New York City. Luke’s Lobster – 93 E. 7th Street & Other Locations After all these…

NYC Restaurant Week is back! So from July 20th to August 14th, you can find great bargains at some of the best restaurants in New York City. We can’t be more excited! So here is our picks and our guide to NYC Restaurant Week Summer 2015. Le Cirque – 151 E 58th St Le Cirque is the pinnacle of upscale dining and luxury at its best. We are looking at their chilled melon gazpacho, peas and prosciutto risotto and of course their crème brulee off of this year’s Restaurant Week menu. Chez Josephine – 414 W 42nd St Chez Josephine in Hell’s Kitchen has been a staple in the New York food scene and serving up delicious classic French dishes for years. If you haven’t already, NYC Restaurant Week is a great time to check it out. Texas de Brazil…

Looking for a good, new restaurant to try this summer? This month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup has a lots of options! We look at where to eat in New York City, the best BBQ, the best Chinese food, the best steaks and more. Where To Eat Near Grand Central Grand Central is one of the…