NYC restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of Grand Street Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

First time in NY and recommendations lead me to this bakery… I was amazed with all the pastries and different gelato flavors they had… the coffee was delicious and the pastries we tried were well made… this is by far the best bakery I ever been too it’s one of those places you have to go again and again to be able to savor all the great pastries they offer.
Joa Class - a week ago

I walked past this spot a couple of times while in Little Italy, and it was always busy with a line. However, when I went during the day, it was much quieter, and I walked right in, which was a treat as I got to take my time admiring all the baked goods. Everything looks delicious, and true to New York style, the portions are massive. I tried their cheesecake, which I really enjoyed, though I was slightly disappointed overall. I also had my eye on a few other items but was a bit let down that their cannoli weren’t traditional and used cow’s milk instead of sheep or goat milk. That said, everything else was great, and I’d definitely recommend grabbing something if you’re in the area. There’s something for everyone—except maybe vegans!
Amy Watt - a month ago

Ferrara Bakery & Cafe is… fine, but definitely not worth the hype. The interior is classic Italian, with that old-world charm that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. It’s a beautiful space, no doubt about it, and worth walking into just to look around. But honestly? That’s about where the magic ends. The menu is super traditional—pastries, cannolis, tiramisu—but nothing you can’t find at any other Italian bakery. There’s nothing unique or standout about the offerings, and the prices are insane. I’m talking exorbitant. Sure, it’s a touristy spot in Little Italy, but even factoring that in, it feels like you’re paying way more for the name than the actual quality. The pastries themselves? Good, but not mind-blowing. If you’re a hardcore cannoli fan, you might enjoy it, but for the price, you could get two or three equally good desserts elsewhere. My advice: don’t dine here. Just walk in, soak up the ambiance, maybe snap a quick picture, and move on. It’s nice to see once, but not somewhere I’d recommend going out of your way for. 3 stars for the history and interior, but the experience overall doesn’t justify the cost.
Stephen Stilwell - 2 weeks ago

Went to Ferrara late morning during the week when it was not too busy in the cafe. Got a double espresso and a lobster tail, which ran me $6.25 and $12.50 respectively. I'm not sure if the cafe prices are higher than getting it to go, but $12.50 for a lobster tail is beyond overpriced even for a tourist location. This lobster tail was perfection all around.. perfect flaky shell and the cream filling was about the best I've ever had. Made me feel a little better about that price. Friendly service from my server Carmelo. Overall would recommend... just expect to open the wallet
Matt Mancuso - 5 months ago

Cute place in Little Italy that we found via researching. It came highly recommended by locals for desserts. We stopped in and had coffee and dessert. The staff was super friendly and fun at the dine in section. Everything we had was amazing! Thanks to everyone who recommended it!
Richard Sanchez - 3 months ago

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It felt like a nice hidden cellar space with a bar. The staff was friendly and attentive. There was plenty of space and seating. They had an extended happy hour and a decent selection of cocktails. Great place to hang meet up with a medium group of friends.
Lucy Tang - a month ago

This place kicks ass! Treated like I was a regular. The owner and staff were fantastic. Drinks were like I would pour. The dj was amazing. The perfect combination of local dive bar/club. Only regret is that I don't live in NYC.
J Harris - 3 weeks ago

A super fun bar that has a clubby basement vibe. Beware coming during the summer, because it gets HOT! The drinks are always so strong and affordable, and depending on the DJ the music can be either mid, or the best in town.
leah - 2 months ago

The vibes are immaculate, the staff are so nice and professional and the drinks are super tasty!! Try the spicy paloma, it's my personal fav ;)
Kate Kuzyakina - a week ago

Love it here. I love to start my nights out in LES here. I remember coming here a couple of years ago for the first time for a goth event that was hosted here and fell in love. Get the frozen margs!!
Alexandra K - 2 months ago

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Food was great value for the price!!! Fried squid was a bit too oily so won’t order it next time. Supposed to be salt pepper fried squid but could not taste the pepper. Salted fish fried rice was oily too and no taste of the salted fish. Other dishes were yummy and portions were large enough! Service was attentive and waiters had a good attitude for a Sunday evening! Atmosphere was peaceful but it would be better with some background music! Overall it is good, I would stay away from the fried dishes as they are too oily.
Sara Yegen - 3 months ago

Loved eating and singing at once. Cool place and a great variety of food options (walnut shrimp out of this world). The Karaoke machine was not the best as it would delete all the songs but we made the best out of it. Would recommend 👌🏼
Yusuf Yassin - a month ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Congee Village in Chinatown, New York, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warm hospitality and immediately served a comforting pot of tea, which set the tone for the rest of the evening. The food was simply outstanding. Each dish was bursting with flavors that were both rich and delicate, surprising me, especially since I’m not usually a big fan of Chinese cuisine. Congee Village truly changed my perspective. The variety and quality of the dishes we tried were remarkable – everything tasted incredibly fresh and well-prepared. One of the highlights of our meal was the value for money. We were a group of eight, and the portions were impressively large, yet the prices were unbelievably affordable. It’s rare to find such a great combination of quality and quantity at such reasonable prices in New York City. I highly recommend Congee Village to anyone looking for an authentic and delicious Chinese dining experience. Whether you’re a fan of Chinese food or just curious, this place is worth a visit. I’ll definitely be returning!
Paola Villa - 5 months ago

Referred here by a friend who loved congee. Right in Chinatown and when I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised by the ambiance. The menu was extensive but I only came for the congee. I was offered tea upon being greeted but I declined because I’m not having caffeine but thought that was a nice gesture. I got the pork and duck congee. YUM! The texture was creamy and the pieces of duck skin you get were so good. I ordered some fried dough that you can dip like you would with bread and soup. I added some of their chili oil and it gave it more flavor. I was definitely satisfied with this congee and glad I went!
Nina Cash - 2 months ago

I stumbled across this place after leaving the tenement museum. The menu is exciting full of interesting seafood options (the include frog dishes under seafood too). I got a simple mei fung and it was anything but simple with just the right amount of spice and smokiness.
Bridgett Hurley - 4 months ago

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The spring rolls are also really crispy making it a good appetizer to start with before the pho. I got the #3 on the menu and the portions were pretty good for what it was worth. The broth here was also a plus that just made the whole experience better. Additionally the service here was very nice and polite. (forgot to take photos of the pho 🥲)
Rachel - 4 weeks ago

Great. Seafood noodle soup was delish so was the fried spring rolls and grilled pork chops. Mango drink and mango smoothie was amazing
Rosey Rodriguez - 3 months ago

Classic Vietnamese fair in the Chinatown area of downtown NYC. In my opinion, this is the place you want to go if you want a no frills experience, just solid good food. This time I got Shrimp Summer Rolls & the Grilled Pork Rice Vermicelli salad. This is perfect for a hot summer day. All delicious!
Patrick No - 6 months ago

Big portions. Spicy and well seasoned. I got the Obama plate (lol). Differences in prices are outlined on the menu (card vs. Cash)
Jose De Jesus - 2 months ago

Good food! Flavorful dishes and fast service. Small Vietnamese joint with reasonable pricing. However feeling a bit bothered - the owner somehow insisted the store was closed and we should leave even though customers at neighboring tables were still eating.
J Y - 5 months ago

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As a lover of fine dining but who eats vegetarian at restaurants I was eager to try this Michelin star “naturally vegetarian” restaurant. First off it was delicious. I left feeling satisfied but not stuffed and felt that it was a great value for the price and the quality was there in every dish. The first dish was my least favorite, the croissant was flavorful but served room temp and didn’t love that, and the mushroom broth wasn’t hitting it for me. Other than that I would order and eat every item again. The desert was tasty but not something I would probably go out of my way to order. With each dish I felt like I was a lucky judge getting to taste a chopped creation, as they transformed ingredients into things I’ve never seen or tried but were familiar ingredients. The service was about two hours long, we sat at the counter and got to watch them in action in the kitchen. Reminded me of the bear but less angry! Service was confusing at times with different staff dropping the food and offering varying levels of description of each dish and not having the menu at the table as the meal unfolded I wasn’t always sure what we were getting and couldn’t hear the explanations too well at times. Some flat wear and glassware was served to us still wet which was not a good sign for a Michelin star level spot and a napkin I received had a stain on it. Otherwise it was a lovely evening for my husband’s birthday and we would go back for a different seasonal tasting menu in the future.
Stella Carr - 2 weeks ago

I loved how as soon as we walked in the host was so friendly. She noticed I liked taking pictures and offered the chefs counter which I gladly accepted. I had the carrot colada which was an interesting drink but very good! All the dishes we had were so versatile and creative. It wasn’t just about being vegetarian but celebrating them and making different and delicious meals from them. I had a wonderful time.
Neha Luthra - 3 weeks ago

I'm not vegetarian nor vegan, but this place let's you know off the bat that's not their m.o. at all. The whole point seems to be sharing how creative they are at prepping vegetables to show the versatile flavors. You are coming for an experience not for a huge portion to fill you up. Each dish was gorgeous to look at and tasted delicious. What I really loved was that each dish tasted entirely different from the next. I also would catch myself smiling from how they were able to make something look like caviar, but not be or look like sashimi, but he thinly sliced veggies. I highly recommend this restaurant, it just may be the most fun you have eating all year. I loved all the dishes, but my favorite was the French fries and frosty as well as the pickled cauliflower.
Vahid Rohani - a month ago

Even though I am not a vegetarian, I love a vegetarian restaurant. My husband is a great sport and is happy to escort me and usually really enjoys himself. Dirt Candy had been on my list for a long time and we finally pulled the trigger on a Saturday night in early December while in NYC with some friends. Service was a touch erratic but overall good, but I was the only one that really liked the food. I thought the mushroom cappuccino was absolutely divine and enjoyed the creativity of the dishes. My dining companions liked, but didn’t love the food. They said it was fun to try something different but they weren’t blown away and wouldn’t necessarily recommend the experience to friends. I am happy to have checked this off my list but don’t feel the need for a repeat visit next time we are in New York.
Maggie J - 3 weeks ago

One of the best dinners I’ve had in NYC. An exquisite and quite reasonably priced prix fixe menu. Loved the creativity of each dish - the real standout was the shaved cauliflower. While the restaurant decor is a little worn, it’s all about the food here. Love that there is a seasonal menu, may have to come back again!
Cassidy Smith - 2 months ago

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Excellent vegan options! So delicious!! A must try when visiting Bakery Square!
Rachel Whitlinger - 2 years ago

This is a typical hotel lounge and restaurant - not really anything to boast about. The decor was somewhat confused for a restaurant serving mostly Asian fare - it was a bit tiki lounge meets sports bar. My friend and i got there on the later side of the evening, and there was only one other table occupied. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The portions, although well made, were a bit small for the prices. We enjoyed our time there, and we were allowed to linger over our table until closing time. All in all, I would rate the place as a pretty run of the mill hotel restaurant, but with a very kind staff and decent food.
Yali Szulanski - 11 years ago

Subpar service. Waiter was not familiar with the menu, couldn't tell me when the fish is shipped in, and had to redo my order because they were out of items. Also took them 45 minutes to serve me edamame (I think he forgot). I was one of 2 tables being served in the restaurant. Tuna was good, yellowtail and salmon were "fishy" (apparently not stored/handled at proper temperature). I won't be back.
Chai Girl - 10 years ago

Awesome spot gotta check it out!!
Javier Caballero - 6 years ago

Great happy hour drinks!!
Josh - 10 years ago

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What a phenomenal experience eating at Zest Sushi. We went in for happy hour and got seated right away. We ordered a variety of sushi rolls that all started at $6. The overall quality and flavor was very tasty and fresh! Highly recommend the White Tuna jalapeño appetizer and Fried Cheesecake!!!
Arely Espinoza - a month ago

Came in at 7 pm on a Friday, seated immediately. Ordered 2 appetizers and got them within minutes, then 2 rolls and drinks, and got them even faster. We were out of there by 7:20. Talk about speed! Food was amazing, great music and really nice atmosphere. Very very fresh and delicious sushi. Highly recommended
Kinga N - 6 months ago

Cant Miss This Spot!! Delicioso!! Got There at 6:01 was out by 6:22 . I wasn’t rushed it just Worked out perfect as a tourist trying to see as much as possible in NYC. Got 2 Rolls A Fried Rice a Sapporo and almost drank 2 liters of Agua. Everything was delicious. I was seated immediately. My order came out in 2 minutes. It was bing Bang Bada Boom Perfecto! Gracias Zest. Happy Hour $6
Allan Valentin - 5 months ago

Phenomenal happy hour. The sushi is really good here. The ingredients are fresh and the rice is well made. The rose on the happy hour menu pairs nicely with the sushi. The owners and the staff are super cool.
carlos borges - 2 months ago

Cozy izakaya style sushi bar with large fish and roll selection. wine and sake selection is accommodating for all tastes. Gyoza was cooked to perfection and the toro nigiri is amazing. Highly recommend for a comfortable and local Japanese spot.
Brad Kreuger - 2 months ago

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Absolutely fantastic food! Everything was so delicious and we can’t wait to go back again! Had the guacamole and house made chips, steak tacos and enchiladas verdes along with a Paloma Margarita. Yum yum yum! Our waiter Justino was fantastic and very personable - can’t wait to go back again! Delicious!
Jessie Ruffus - 6 months ago

We had a nice evening dinner date at Barrio Chino! Food was very good!! Their watermelon juice was SO GOOD.
A. Angeles - in the last week

We had the classic margarita, tamarind mezcalita, guacamole, tuna tostada and barbacoa (the reason I come here 😋). All delicious and authentic. Service was just ok. Server not as attentive.
Hemala Ramgahan - 9 months ago

The Al Pastor & Carnitas tacos slapped. Great ambiance and friendly bartender. We loved the tequila infusions and their mezcal list. Wish we saved room for more! We will be back next time we are in town.
Casita Berkshires - 9 months ago

Nancy greeted us at the door with the warmest smile. Enjoyed sitting at the bar. The bartender, Pazzi, crafts the most amazing margaritas. Highly recommend!
Jack Wells - in the last week

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Great food, absolute hidden gem! Dumplings are super tasty, and sweet and sour chicken is awesome. Prices are good also
Andrei Golubtsov - in the last week

Excellent place for XLBs (crab flavor) and we really enjoyed the scallion pancakes. Service is fast and attentive, food is hot and fresh (fun to see the dumplings madd). We didnt eat much since it was a quick stop for us, but the tourists around us enjoyed the Chinese American dishes. Enjoy!
Connie Kwok - 3 weeks ago

Delicious food for a very affordable price in comparison with other Chinese restaurants. Everything is delicious, dumplings with the fine dough, delicious shredded port with garlic sauce, baby bok choy with garlic. Second time here - to have lunch.
Daria E - 2 months ago

I loved the food! They sizes are good, it’s not oily and taste very authentic. Prices are affordable and waiter is friendly. I would recommend this place if you are visiting China town.
Any Trejo - 5 months ago

This is comfort food. I've been going here for many years, and this place has not changed, which is a good thing. We ordered Scallion Pancake w. Aromatic Beef, Soup Dumplings with Crab Meat and Pork, and Seafood Pan Fried Noodles. Everything was delicious. Part of me feels like I should try different menu items each time I visit, but I always crave the same dishes. Hopefully I can continue to visit this place for many more years.
Jenny - 8 months ago

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A woodsy little soba spot with simple & hearty food. The space is on the tiny side, so be prepared for a wait after you put your name down on the paper wait list. This is a cash only spot, though they've got an ATM in the back. The Stamina Soba is so comforting, with thinly sliced pork on top of an umami broth and a slight hint of yuzu. The only note is that the soba noodles could benefit from a bit more chew. The broth flavor is simple but very satisfying, perfect for a cold winter evening.
Bill Wang - a month ago

I finally crossed Cocoron off my list as I’ve been craving for warm noodles. As a soba-ya, their soba really stood out, especially their dip soba as it is served in a hot stone pot. I was blown away by how extensive their menu was, as they served a variety of soba, curry and appetizers. The vibes of the restaurant reminded us of some Japanese hole-in-the-wall ramen spots. Friendly service, cozy space, clean bathroom. Seats are limited but they have another location 3 minutes away. ****CASH ONLY. There is also an ATM at the back of the restaurant. ＊Mera Mera Dip Soba $18.5 (L) Their most popular soba. Served in a hot stone pot, they lit the pot with fire to keep your dipping sauce steaming hot. The mera mera broth was similar to dan dan broth—it was a spicy sesame broth with minced chicken, bok choy and scallion. It was rich, thick and flavorful. You enjoy the dip soba as if you’re having tsukemen. Every strand of soba fully absorbed the sauce when I dipped into it, while the soba remained bouncy. After I finished my noodles, they gave me some soup to add into the sauce. ＊Warm Mera Mera Soba $19 (L) Another signature mera mera soba but a soupy version. We found the soba soggier and overcooked as it was soaked in the broth. My friend also found the broth a little bit bland compared to the dipping sauce. FYI small = 130g, large = 180g of soba. The price difference is $1.
Ruby Chan - a month ago

Their garage is the best I've ever tried. The noodle was also really good I needed to eat everything! However, one of the staff told us to wait outside when we got there while there were plenty of seats inside. The other server came out and asked us why we were waiting outside. I think they need to communicate more effectively. But the food was good and I am going to visit again.
MJ - 3 months ago

This place had closed down during the pandemic, and I always wanted to try it. Passed by and noticed it was open again. First time coming, and unless you are close to the window seating area, the lighting is very dim throughout. The steamed chicken meatballs had a coating of rice on them, which had an interesting texture. The dragon soba noodles came with nibblets of eel, and the Mera Mera dip soba noodles came with a heat flame to keep the soup warm which was a nice contrast against the cold soba noodles.
Juan Lima - 3 months ago

Not sure if you can call it top notch soba. It's at most okay. Mine came out clumped together like it was prematurely cooked and left out for a bit. We ordered the karaage, Warm Mera Mera soba and Warm Curry Chicken soba. The karaage tasted better than the warm soba. Although I wished they gave us lemon wedges instead of mayo. Warm soba was too salty. Curry was mid with little to no chicken. Mera Mera tasted like ban mian (sesame peanut noodles). Service was okay. Space was kinda cramped. Cash only. Paid around $60. Go to Sobaya for a better experience.
Irene Zhang - 4 weeks ago

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