A 4-Day Foodie Itinerary in Manhattan and Brooklyn

  1. Day 1: Exploring Midtown Manhattan
    5 minutes walk from The Manhattan at Times Square

    Start your foodie adventure at Ess-a-Bagel, a 15-minute walk from your hotel, and enjoy their famous hand-rolled and kettle-boiled bagels with lox spread. After breakfast, head to Top of the Rock Observation Deck for breathtaking views of the city. For lunch, try Totto Ramen, a cozy and vibrant spot that serves savory ramen bowls. Afterward, visit the iconic Empire State Building and take a guided tour of this landmark. In the evening, head to the The Russian Tea Room for a warm and romantic atmosphere and traditional Russian cuisine.

  2. Day 2: Museum-Hopping and Greenwich Village
    30 minutes subway ride from Midtown to Greenwich Village

    Start your day at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), a world-renowned museum with an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art. Afterward, head to Balthazar Bakery for some freshly baked pastries and coffee. Continue your museum-hopping with a visit to the Museum of the City of New York, which showcases the history and diversity of the city. For lunch, enjoy some authentic Italian food at Carbone. In the afternoon, take a stroll around the charming Greenwich Village and visit the iconic Washington Square Park. End your day with a slice of classic New York-style pizza at Joe's Pizza.

  3. Day 3: Exploring Brooklyn
    30 minutes subway ride from Midtown to Brooklyn

    Start your day at Sahadi's Market, a Middle Eastern market that has been around since 1898. You can sample some delicious Mediterranean foods and purchase some spices and snacks for later. Afterward, head to Brooklyn Bridge Park for stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. For lunch, try Di Fara Pizza, a family-owned pizzeria that has been serving some of the city's best pizza for over 50 years. In the afternoon, visit the Brooklyn Museum, which has an extensive collection of art and artifacts. End your day with some artisanal ice cream at Ample Hills Creamery.

  4. Day 4: Lower Manhattan and Chinatown
    20 minutes subway ride from Midtown to Lower Manhattan

    Start your day with some delicious Chinese dim sum at Jing Fong, one of the largest dim sum restaurants in the city. Afterward, visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum to pay your respects to the victims of the tragedy. For lunch, head to Xi'an Famous Foods, a casual eatery that serves spicy and flavorful Chinese noodles and dishes. After lunch, take a walk around Little Italy and visit some of the oldest Italian bakeries and shops in the city. End your day with a visit to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, a symbol of freedom and the immigrant experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ess-a-Bagel (45 minutes, $10)
  • Top of the Rock Observation Deck (1-2 hours, $41)
  • Totto Ramen (1 hour, $15)
  • Empire State Building (1-2 hours, $45)
  • The Russian Tea Room (2 hours, $50)
  • Balthazar Bakery (30 minutes, $10)
  • Museum of Modern Art (2-3 hours, $25)
  • Museum of the City of New York (2 hours, $20)
  • Carbone (1-2 hours, $50)
  • Washington Square Park (1 hour, free)
  • Joe's Pizza (30 minutes, $5)
  • Sahadi's Market (1 hour, $20)
  • Brooklyn Bridge Park (1-2 hours, free)
  • Di Fara Pizza (1 hour, $30)
  • Brooklyn Museum (2-3 hours, $16)
  • Ample Hills Creamery (30 minutes, $10)
  • Jing Fong (1 hour, $20)
  • 9/11 Memorial and Museum (2-3 hours, $28)
  • Xi'an Famous Foods (1 hour, $15)
  • Little Italy (1 hour, free)
  • Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island (3-4 hours, $25)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $375
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