Very specific food in New York City.
Very specific food in New York City.
Charlotte De Kemp
I love to eat out and I’m all for trying new things. There’s no better place to eat around the world than in New York City!
This is my ultimate list full of very specific eats all around Manhattan. Let me know if you try anything and how you like it through Instagram @charlottedekemp 😋🫶🏼
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If you’re a foodie like me, you will enjoy all of these amazing restaurants! These are in no particular order and will be updated frequently ☺️
Asian

Wok Wok Southeast Asian Kitchen
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Momofuku Noodle Bar
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Marumi
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Chinese Tuxedo
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French

Maman
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Balthazar
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Swiss

Cafe Select
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This place has a special place in my heart. I met my girl crush Ashley Benson and I will always go back here for that core memory 💘 This Swiss inspired restaurant is really known for its beautiful charcuterie boards and yummy cheese fondue! 🫕
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Lebanese

Au Za'atar
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Manousheh Bleecker
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ilili
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Belgian

Wafels & Dinges
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Indian

Khiladi NYC
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GupShup
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Mexican

Tacombi
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A little basic hotspot, but the best tacos and margaritas in my opinion! The interior is designed to look like a Mexican streetfood corner, it’s adorable ☺️
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Australian

Bluestone Lane Bowery Café
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Ruby's Cafe
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This Australian all-day brunch place is literally a dream come true. Parmesan truffle fries for breakfast? Yes, please!
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Good Thanks Cafe
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American

The Smith
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Italian

Bar Pitti
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By far the best, most authentic Italian restaurant in the city! Get the charcuterie board to share and choose on of their freshly made pastas as a main! I recommend the truffle pasta 🍝😋
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Lil' Frankie's
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It’s probably the most cramped Italian place, but god damn it’s good! I recommend sharing everything, you have to try as much as possible 🤤
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Charlotte De Kemp
26 y/o who’s obsessed with traveling and New York City 🗽🫶🏼
For now, I only make New York guides and itineraries. Do you want a personal itinerary for €30? Contact me through Instagram @charlottedekemp! 💌
In the future I will make guides and itineraries for: London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Mexico and Belgium! ✨
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