A 4-Day Foodie Itinerary for NYC, Brooklyn & Harlem

  1. Day 1: Lower Manhattan & Greenwich Village
    Estimated travel time from previous location: 15 minutes (3 miles)

    Start by visiting Smorgasburg, a must-visit for any foodie, especially on a Saturday. This outdoor food market offers a wide variety of cuisines, from grilled cheese to ramen burgers. Next, head to Chinatown to try the hand-pulled noodles at Tasty Hand-Pulled Noodles, or the pork buns at Mei Lai Wah Coffee House. Finally, end your day with some of the iconic New York-style pizza from Joe's Pizza in Greenwich Village.

  2. Day 2: Williamsburg & Bushwick, Brooklyn
    Estimated travel time from previous location: 20 minutes (5 miles)

    Start your day with one of the famous bagels from Bagelsmith, then head to Sugarburg for their delicious burgers. After a satisfying meal, spend your afternoon exploring street art in Bushwick while stopping by Roberta's Pizza for a pie. For dinner, try Lilia, an Italian restaurant in Williamsburg known for their impressive pasta dishes.

  3. Day 3: Harlem & Upper West Side
    Estimated travel time from previous location: 25 minutes (6 miles)

    Start your day with brunch at Red Rooster Harlem, known for their soul food twists on classic brunch dishes. After breakfast, walk around the neighborhood and visit the famous Apollo Theater. For lunch, try some traditional African cuisine at Lenox Saphire. In the evening, head to the Upper West Side and dine at Barney Greengrass, a classic Jewish deli known for their smoked fish.

  4. Day 4: Chelsea & Meatpacking District
    Estimated travel time from previous location: 20 minutes (4 miles)

    Start your day with a coffee and pastry from the world-famous Dominique Ansel Bakery. Next, visit the Chelsea Market for a wide variety of food options in one place. For lunch, try Marta for their delicious Roman-style pizza. Finally, end your day with a visit to the High Line Park, which offers stunning views of the city and ends in the Meatpacking District where you can enjoy dinner at Pastis, a French brasserie.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Smorgasburg (2-3 hours, $20-30)
  • Tasty Hand-Pulled Noodles (1 hour, $10-15)
  • Mei Lai Wah Coffee House (30 minutes, $5-10)
  • Joe's Pizza (30 minutes, $5-10)
  • Bagelsmith (30 minutes, $5-10)
  • Sugarburg (1 hour, $15-20)
  • Roberta's Pizza (1-2 hours, $20-30)
  • Lilia (2 hours, $50-60)
  • Red Rooster Harlem (1-2 hours, $25-35)
  • Lenox Saphire (1 hour, $10-20)
  • Barney Greengrass (1-2 hours, $20-30)
  • Dominique Ansel Bakery (30 minutes, $10-15)
  • Chelsea Market (1-2 hours, $20-30)
  • Marta (1-2 hours, $25-35)
  • Pastis (1-2 hours, $40-50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $276-$400

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting Brooklyn Flea, a popular vintage market on Sundays, or Central Park for a picnic. For a fine dining experience, consider Eleven Madison Park, but note that reservations should be made in advance. If you have less time, skip some of the locations in the itinerary and focus on the neighborhoods that interest you the most.

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