Faicco’s Italian Specialties

The question we're asked the most is "what are our top restaurants in NYC." So we've done our best to make a guide of them, by cuisine type. Enjoy!

Our quick take on every restaurant/cafe/bar/bakery we visit in NYC, updated as we go (plus a score for El Prez). Tips/tricks/suggestions provided for all types of situations (e.g., reservation requirements, best order options, pics, pricing, etc.). Newest reviews at the top of the list. This is a combination of some well-known spots, holes in the wall, late night bites, and neighborhood gems across the city (predominantly Manhattan & Brooklyn). PRO TIP: If you want to search for the best spots according to us, just 'CMND/CTRL + F' for "8." or "9."

As two people who lived right outside of NYC and worked there for years, we’ve taken several chomps out of the Big Apple. In this guide we dish out our favorite bites in Lower Manhattan (that is, 14th Street down) for folks who see food as more than just fuel! When it comes to food, we look to have meals that will turn into core memories, or are so good we need to return multiple times. We look for unique eats, umami flavors, photogenic environments, and great atmosphere. You can be sure that the spots on our list either fly under the radar or are worth the hype. Regardless, you’ll leave with a very happy stomach. If you like to have a lot of options to choose from, this is the guide for you. Whether you’re on the go, taking a meal slow, identify as a local or tourist, family or couple, we’ll point you in the right direction towards the tastiest foodie gems. Inside this guide, you’ll find some of our favorite dishes, voice recordings aplenty, and pics from a handful of unforgettable meals. When it comes to food, we don’t discriminate, so you’ll find options from Japanese to French, budget to splurge, and from vegan to carnivore. We’re also sure to denote places that are especially allergen friendly. Here’s what you’ll find inside: ☕️5 Coffee spots / Cafes 🍕 3 Grab-n-gos 🥟 3 Food halls 🍝6 Sit-down restaurants 🤑 2 Fine dining that are worth the splurge 🌱 4 Vegan and vegetarian 🍸 3 Libation spots 🗺️ An interactive map of all locations This guide is worth the value because you’ll be able to use it multiple times. This is also a living map, so your unlocked guide will be updated as we continue to add more locations!