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Between 1876 and 1924, millions of Italians immigrated to America. Among them was a man called Antonio Veniero, who settled in New York City and opened his own cafe in 1894. It's here that he sold candy, espresso, and biscotti – all homemade, naturally. Over the years, the Veniero family has placed greater focus on cakes and expanded the premises, but the Veniero's traditional essence remains. Yes, you can still grab a great cup of Joe and freshly baked biscotti here. But you really should allow yourself to be lured in by gorgeous cakes, cannoli, and deliciously creamy deep-dish cheesecake behind the counter. Then pull up a chair at one of the charming wooden tables and savor your purchase while marveling at the Neapolitan glass ceiling and Italian renaissance art decorating the walls. And if it's so good that you simply cannot wait to return, you can order Veniero’s online with nationwide shipping. Who says you can't have a cannoli kit to yourself?

Sushi Nakazawa was a bit of a revelation when its doors swung open in 2013. Chef Daisuke Nakazawa's arrival in New York brought a certain fervor, galvanizing diners with an apprenticeship under sushi legend Jiro Ono, which was thoroughly documented in Jiro Dreams of Sushi. Evidence that he learned much from his teacher, Nakazawa's edomae-style cuisine ushered in its own era of dining in New York, spawning countless counters that have yet to fall out of style. Over a decade later, Sushi Nakazawa continues to do what it does best: coaxing out the true nature of the fish laid before you. Talented staff play with the temperature to create a chilled uni that doesn't so much melt as dissolve in the mouth. While pinky slices of grouper are gently dusted with lemon zest, that's so good it guarantees an eye-roll. If you struggle to get through 20-plus courses of buttery and bouncy scallops and cuts of medium to fatty salmon, you can always ask for less rice as the meal continues on. But if you end up swimming in stride, you can request your favorite cut at the finish line. Don't forget to save room for Nakazawa's tamago, which was perfected all those years ago.  Yes, the price has risen over the years (now $160 in the dining room, $190 at the counters), and the footprint expanded, with service spilling out into a side room and at a mini counter near the front. You can also find Sushi Nakazawa in other cities, including Washington, D.C. Still, growth aside, this one particular sushi...

One of the world's most celebrated pizzas now has a New York address. Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) is now open in the East Village inside Moody Tongue Pizzeria's former address. World-renowned pizzaolo Tsubasa Tamaki is behind the venture, introducing his chewy, salty and blistered Tokyo-style Neapolitan pies to the masses, which are guaranteed to soon factor in to every New Yorker's pizza ranking. The vibe: Did you ever visit Moody Tongue Pizza? Then you might get a bit of déjà vu as much of the restaurant's former "dark and moody" design remains, with a black and white color palette, including the speckled bar near the front. But new additions include a brand spanking new pizza oven that blasts pies at 900 degrees. It's viewable if you've gotten a booth in the back or lucked out at one of the stools in front of the kitchen, arguably one of the best seats in the house. The food: So what is Tokyo Neapolitan pizza, anyway? For Tamaki, it all starts with the flour. Milled in Japan, Tamaki's tightly guarded recipe starts with a flour blend of American, Canadian and Japanese wheat, of which he took 18 years to perfect. Once made into dough, it is fermented for 30 hours before being stretched and almost pinched to form a crust. It's finished with a quick scorch in the oven, which has been coated in Okinawan salt and a fire that burns with Japanese cedar shavings. What results is a noticeably saltier bite, a sturdier middle compared to the soupier centers that are associated with...

We really like eating around the city, and we're guessing you do, too. So lucky for all of us, we've packed all our favorite restaurants under one roof at the Time Out Market New York. The DUMBO location in Empire Stores has fried chicken from Jacob’s Pickles, pizza from Fornino, delicious bagels from Ess-a-bagel and more amazing eateries—all cherry-picked by us. Chow down over two floors with views of the East River, Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan skyline.  RECOMMENDED: The best things do in NYC

If you thought getting a table at Per Se was tough, try getting into Rao’s. On second thought, don’t. Rao’s (pronounced “RAY-ohs”) is really a private club without the dues. To eat here, you’ll need a personal invite from one of the heavy hitters who “owns” a table. These CEOs, actors, politicians, news personalities and neighborhood old-timers established a long-standing arrangement with the late, legendary owner Frankie “No” Pellegrino, and that's what ensures a seat at one of the ten tables at the Italian-American icon. In fact, reading this review is probably the closest you’ll get to Rao’s.

If this place was good enough for Truman Capote to pass out in, it’s good enough for you. We once worried that New York’s oldest operating French restaurant had finally come to an end after a five-year hiatus. Luckily, the lights are back on at Le Veau d’Or. It's all thanks to chefs Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr of Frenchette, Le Rock and Frenchette Bakery fame. Intending to enhance the current foundation, not to change it, the duo retained the restaurant's wood-paneled walls and red and white checkered tablecloths. To this day, the iconic sleeping calf still rests on the dining room wall. Dishes from yesteryear have also returned with modern refinishes. Remaining a prix fixe menu just like before, the menu includes 10 appetizers, 10 entrées and five desserts to choose from, priced at $125 per person. Appetizers include pâté en croûte and frog legs, while entrées range from the duck margret in a cherry sauce to the fricassé poulet avec vin jaune (chicken fricassé with morels and white wine). The largest change is the addition of a wine list—previously, the only question was red or white—with over 100 bottles on offer.  

There’s been much written about how Billy Durney’s Red Hook Tavern draws inspiration from New York institutions. The font used for the restaurant’s name could be mistaken for Minetta Tavern’s from afar, and there are two ales dedicated to McSorley’s. But once we secured a seat (if you manage to score a prime-time reservation, play the lottery), we quickly realized the experience here is its very own thing.After an affable employee leads you down the narrow dining room or to one of the 18 bar seats, your first priority is to order the Dry Aged Red Hook Tavern Burger ($24). This pub-style burger is hefty but manageable. The simple dish—a dry-aged patty cloaked in American cheese and topped with raw white onions, then sandwiched between sesame rolls—is cooked to a perfect temperature. This juicy burger is one of the best we’ve tasted in the city.It’s no surprise that the burger and the menu’s other meat options are also expertly executed. Durney showed off his expertise with proteins at Hometown Bar-B-Que, a popular destination despite its location in difficult-to-get-to Red Hook, that’s known for its ribs, brisket, sausages, pastrami and other barbecue dishes with global touches.Executive chef Allison Plumer interprets the nostalgia that Red Hook Tavern strives for with an unfussy approach that results in plates you’ll want to devour on a cold winter day. The country-ham croquettes ($10), which are filled with white cheddar and sit atop a swath of dijonnaise, can be popped...

We curated every last detail at the Time Out Market: the food, the cultural experiences, the drinks, the space—everything including the breathtaking view, which is the perfect backdrop for the “best in New York City” experience. At The Rooftop at Time Out Market you can discover impressive bites from culinary rockstars while relaxing on sea foam seats on the outdoor terrace. Post up for acts selected by our team, complementing the entertainment of the breathtaking, sweeping views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline, perfectly framed by the grand windows. Signature Cocktails ($14) New York SourAmador Double Barrel Whiskey, Lemon, Simple, Aquafaba and Reserve Port Hibiscus ChillCasamigos Reposado, Combier Orange, Lime and Hibiscus Syrup Sangria SpritzBertoux Brandy, Mulling Spice, Red Wine Blend and Club Soda Smokin' Cherry MuleAgave De Cortes Mezcal, Black Cherry, Amaro, Lemon and Ginger Beer SouthsiderSpring 44 Vodka, Aloe, Mint and Cucumber My Kind of Old FashionedHigh West Double Rye, Bertoux Brandy, Maple and Bitters Coconut CarouselOwney's Rum, Dark Rum, Orange, Pineapple, Coconut and Nutmeg Strawberry BelliniGrey Goose Vodka, Strawberry, Basil and ProseccoBeer Selection ($8) Brooklyn Brewery, Bronx Brewery, Stella Artois ($9), Modelo Especial ($9), Asahi Brewery, Estrella Damm, Mikkeller Brewery ($12), Five Boroughs Brewery Wine List SparklingLambrusco, Otello Ceci, Emilia, Italy ($12, $54)Mumm Napa, Blanc De Blancs, Napa, CA ($13, $56)Bedell Sparkling...

A Central Casting, New York City classic if there ever was one, Gramercy Tavern has maintained its status even after minor tweaks and changes over its nearly three decades in Manhattan. The tavern up front, bordered by a long bar on the left, serves à la carte items like duck liver mousse, grilled striped bass and a burger with duck fat potato chips. The somewhat dated but darling back dining room, with white tablecloths more effortless than anywhere else above 14th Street, offers five courses for $168 with plates like pork tortellini, pan-seared halibut and roasted duck.   

No, we can't swing a trip to Italy every summer. But with the arrival of Roscioli NYC, we can feel like we have, regardless of the season. A family-owned operation born in Rome, Roscioli is world-renowned as one of Italy's finest for its curation of cheeses, meats, breads and wine. Back in 2021, the storied institution came to NYC for a week-long residency at Ariel Arce's dinner party soiree, Niche Niche. It was there that the team decided a longer layover in New York was needed. With Arce on as a partner, Roscioli gained permanence by taking over the Niche Niche spot in the West Village in 2023. Now, Roscioli NYC serves as the first-ever concept outside of the motherland. Located on the corner of King and MacDougal, Roscioli delights as an ode to everything Italian, functioning as a one-stop of curated and imported goodies and two distinct dining experiences, both fine and casual, that bring the storied cooking of Rome to life.   The vibe: Roscioli's ethos is that "great ingredients from the deli make for a great meal." Their ground-level space builds off that, as the dining room sits smack dab in the middle of a functioning delicatessen. Nearly every inch of the dual-purpose room is stocked with various Italian provisions—jars of green olives and pepperocini hover over booths. At the same time, tables for two can admire the restaurant's dried pasta and sauces while eating them. It is easy to walk up to the glass-case deli counter that also doubles as a kitchen, and point...