A bright, shiny, must-see world for visitors and an unavoidable reality for locals, Times Square can, at times, be a bit controversial. With Broadway shows, seasonal festivities, and work offices, it’s an inevitability for tourists and residents alike. But even in the complete chaos of midtown, speckled in between the chain restaurants and overpriced venues, there are some moments of respite in the form of really great eats. You’re Going to Love the Best Restaurants in Times Square On our guide to the best restaurants in Times Square, you’ll find unbeatable Italian sandos, stellar Asian cuisi ..read more

America: land of the free, home of the hamburger. They are what dreams are made of at every family barbecue, on summer nights, and when you’re in desperate need of a meal on a long road trip. But hamburgers aren’t just for rural summer adventures. Some of the best burgers are right here in New York City (there’s probably a burger on most menus in Manhattan), and we have searched the city for the absolute best so you can simply sit back, relax, and dig in. And as an added bonus, many of these locations are relatively close by each other which totally warrants a NYC burger crawl. DON’T MISS: 25 ..read more

From heavenly Cantonese dim sum to Lanzhou-style noodles, Chinatown is a holy place for people who love to eat. You’ll find over a century of food amid narrow streets bursting at the seams with tea parlors, produce markets, and dumpling joints. The thriving culinary community comprises residents from all over the world, each imbuing a unique piece of themselves into the dishes they serve. Look No Further for the Best Restaurants in Chinatown NYC But how can you choose among hundreds of bustling restaurants, cafes, and bakeries? Our guide to the best restaurants in Chinatown provides a perfect ..read more

It’s no secret that The Big Apple is home to some of the best food in the world, and also some of the most expensive. So how can a foodie on a budget sample the best New York City has to offer? Enter our guide to the best cheap eats in NYC, which includes the city’s top restaurants with menu options that are $10 or less. Your Guide to the Best Cheap Eats in NYC From bagels to dumplings to falafel, our guide to the best cheap eats in NYC will satisfy all of your food cravings at an affordable price. After one bite at any of the restaurants below, you’ll be dying to show your friends that delic ..read more

With an estimated 42 million visitors annually, Central Park is New York City’s most visited attraction next to the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty. This makes tracking down the top eats near Central Park trickier than you’d expect, thanks to hundreds of restaurants and carts geared towards tourists that are either overpriced or aggressively average. Your Guide to the Best Restaurants Near Central Park Luckily, there is still plenty of excellent food amid the mediocre, which is why we’ve put together our guide to the best restaurants near Central Park. From innovative grilled ..read more

What do West Side Story, the American Museum of Natural History, and this guide have in common? They all take place in one of the most magical places in all of NYC: the Upper West Side. Many locals and visitors leave this area saying “West is best,” and who can blame them? The Upper West Side is a gorgeous, cultural hub where iconic places like the Juilliard School of Music, Lincoln Center, and Columbia University reside. The Very Best Upper West Side Restaurants The Upper West Side boasts beautiful brownstones, celebrity sightings, and (most importantly) fantastic food. It might not have the ..read more

It’s hard to picture life without pizza– a true staple in any food enthusiast’s diet, and even more so in New York City. The first pizza was introduced in New York by Italian immigrants in the early nineteen-hundreds, and is the most common food in the city to date. Where To Find The Best Pizza Slices in NYC You won’t see a New Yorker eating pizza unless it’s fresh out of the oven and folded in half. Cheese, pepperoni, vodka, or Margherita– pizza in New York is truly unparalleled. This guide features the best of the best slices of pizza in NYC. So sit back, book a flight to the big apple, and ..read more

Hot dogs: The comfort food for baseball games, the Fourth of July, and New York City. These delicious “dachshunds” have been in NYC for over a century and they’re still a fan favorite today as they were when each dog cost five cents (Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest every Fourth of July can attest to that!). The Very Best Hot Dogs in NYC With so many establishments offering hot dogs, it can be overwhelming figuring out where the best hot dogs in New York City are. Well, have no fear because the Female Foodie team has done the heavy lifting, scouring all over the city to find the best of the be ..read more

Whether you are having eggs benedict, avocado toast, or a burger, brunch is arguably the best meal of the day. It covers the timeframe of multiple meals and there is a menu item for everyone. Brunch in the city is even better. Pulled an all-nighter at the club? Brunch. Still on a high from Broadway? Brunch. About to have a post-breakup shopping day? Brunch. Where to Find the Best Brunch in NYC Brunch in NYC is a way of life. It is the perfect meal to talk and laugh with old acquaintances, go on a first date (or fourth), or simply have time to yourself with a french-toast feast. For all you br ..read more

Pick a genre of food—any genre—and you will most likely find it in the East Village. With over 300 restaurants within just a few dozen blocks and an equally staggering amount of variety, the East Village is a true restaurant utopia. It’s home to top-tier cuisine and affordable takeout fare, aspiring new chefs and seasoned restaurateurs, eclectic bohemian roots and modern establishments alike. The Very Best East Village Restaurants It’s no wonder the neighborhood has long been considered one of NYC’s top food scenes. Tragically, trying all the best East Village restaurants is a near-impossible ..read more