Morgan Carter

The one thing you’ll catch New Yorkers being humble about–self-deprecating, even–is our Mexican food. NYC locals will demure to west coasters before muttering under our breath about the pizza, bagels and inimitable tap water that’s said to make this city’s food so great. But our very own Mexican culinary landscape has gone from good to great and then some over the years, and we, too, have plenty to boast about. Here’s where to find the very best Mexican food in NYC right now. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in NYC April 2025: We added Carnitas Ramirez, Mariscos El Submarino, Mayahuel and Nene's Taqueria. We removed Dos Toros, Empellón al Pastor and Molé. 

Sure, there's nothing stopping you from frequenting the best outdoor bars in NYC year-round, but spring and summer are prime time for open-air imbibing. Those sunny days are longer, the temperatures are warmer and fun-loving frozen drinks reenter the mix all around town. With scenic appearances by floating boat bars, cloud-skimming rooftops and bloom-filled secret gardens, these are our favorite places to sip beer, wine, cocktails and all manner of boozy consumables outside in NYC this season.  RECOMMENDED: The 50 best bars in NYC right now Updated April 2025: We added TALEA Beer Co. and Frog Wine Bar. We removed Bandits and Parklife. We also temporarily removed Frying Pan, Grand Banks, Gowanus Yacht Club and Tacoaway Beach since they are still closed for the season. Lastly, we removed Gran Electrica, Island Oyster and Leyenda as they are now closed. 

“Cheap” has a unique meaning in NYC. There are people in other parts of the country (or at least on the internet) who will try to tell you that they can get a whole house, college education or town hall bribe for $10 where they’re from. This is, of course, untrue, but the five boroughs are certainly more expensive than most places. That’s why satisfying “cheap eats” for $10 and under are noteworthy in New York. In a city where it costs $5.80 just to get to work and back by subway, finding something to fill you up for a little less than twice that much can be a cheerless relief. If said item is also actually tasty, it reintroduces some levity back into the occasion. So the next time you’re choosing between a four-bedroom in Anytown, USA or excellent slices, sandwiches, or tacos, have a look below and know that you made the right choice.  Updated April 2025: We added A&A Bake and Doubles, Charles Pan Fried Chicken, NY Dosas, Eight Jane Food and Maya's Congee Cafe. We removed Arepa Lady, Paulie Gee's Slice Shop, Smør and Taqueria Al Pastor. We also removed Govinda's Vegetarian Lunch as the restaurant is closed and opening a street level cafe .  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in NYC

Growing up, a shelf-stable sandwich was a constant cast member in my brown bag lunch, from the reliable turkey with a squirt of mustard to the simple yet satisfying peanut butter and jelly variety, all of which was prepared by my loving mother. But as I've grown, so has my imagination as to what I can slide between two halves of bread.  The mighty sandwich is really a vehicle for all. Carnivorous appetites call for hunks of brisket and barbecue to pastrami-stacked creations. Yet sandwiches sprouting with veggies and vegetarian-forward ingredients can be just as satisfying if not more. And no matter what, a sandwich beats a sad desk salad, any day. When the hankering calls for a carb-laden lunch (or breakfast or dinner, we don't care), thumb through this list and discover your new favorite sub. Editor's note: We removed Bonafide Delicatessen and Cafe, Ciao, Gloria, Henry Public and Rowdy Rooster. We added Bark Barbecue, Calyer, Daily Provisions, Ends Meat, Ollin, Win Son Bakery and The Bonnie.  RECOMMENDED: The 25 most spectacular sandwiches in the world

One in two Time Out readers dine out at least once a week, according to our research, and if you know New Yorkers, it's probably safe to round up. All this dining out takes a toll, but not in the way you might think. The restaurant industry is an ecosystem of farmers and ranchers, restaurateurs and servers, and yes, customers—all of whom make their own impact on our planet. So where you choose to spend your coin matters. If we want to continue to support the restaurant industry and our world at large, we must support those who are doing it right. A number of restaurants here in New York City are pushing the envelope when it comes to sustainability, from responsibly sourcing meats and produce to reducing food waste—and diners are taking notice. According to our study, 68% percent of respondents said they would choose restaurants with locally-sourced ingredients, while 67% stated they would make choices based on whether venues reduce their food waste. So in honor of Earth Day, Time Out is shining a light on sustainability in the scene with our latest stamp. Our green mark of approval, our "Sustainable" stamp, will recognize restaurants and bars who are serving us while saving the planet. In this way, we hope that this helps you, the reader, make better decisions for your plate and the future.  To put our stamp to good use, we've rounded up 11 restaurants found right here in NYC that are working toward a greener future, from offering sustainable, seafood-forward selections to pr

Choosing a favorite restaurant in New York City is a joyful task with myriad possibilities depending on the occasion, mood and even the time of year. Your favorite dive, fine dining destination and neighborhood favorite might all occupy top spots on your personal best list in spite of their disparate qualities.  Our list of NYC’s 50 best restaurants is the same, spanning each of those categories and more to comprise a catalogue of all the places we wish we were at right now. They don’t have to be the newest or the most recently reviewed, just places that we’ve been to and want to return to again and again, and that we think that you will, too.  RECOMMENDED: NYC’s best bars right now Updated April 2025: In this most recent update, we updated our entry for Atoboy and Kokomo after a recent visit. We removed Bonnie's and added Delmonico's.  Note: Many of the city’s best chefs, restaurants and concepts have been welcomed into the Time Out Market. Because that is the highest honor we can award, establishments related to the market have not been ranked here, but you can see them below.  Stay in the Loop: Sign up for our free weekly newsletter to get the latest in New York City news, culture and dining.

There’s so much to eat, drink and do at Time Out Market New York that you might as well start planning your followup visit as soon as you walk through the door. Lucky for you, there are plenty of ways to experience our editorially curated dining destination in DUMBO—including grabbing a table, queuing up takeout or ordering delivery from the comfort of your couch (no shame in that). Take a look at your options and start plotting out your next order. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Time Out Market New York Dining In & Ordering Takeout at Time Out Market New York If you’re dining with us in DUMBO, there are two ways to pay. You can use a credit card at any of our kitchens or bars or you can purchase a Time Out Market (TOM) card with cash at the bar. (Hey, they make great gifts, too.) Better yet? You can enjoy contactless ordering via your smartphone from anywhere in the Market. That means you can hit up the bar, order a drink, grab a table and decide what you want to eat at your own pace. All you need to do is scan the barcode on your table. This will bring up Time Out Market New York’s online ordering page on your phone’s browser. Then, select how you want your food delivered—“deliver to table,” “counter pickup” or “to go.” Then type in your table number if you’re getting food sent directly to your table (each table in the Market is numbered).  Choose from the market’s vendors (Wayla, the Maiz Project, Okiboru, Pastrami Factory, Jacob’s Pickles, Ivy Stark Mexology, Felice Pasta Ba

Every drink seems ideal when you're at the perfect bar. Your dive’s beer is frosty, rooftops send you soaring toward the clouds and cocktail destinations shake and stir myriad ingredients into ideally calibrated glassware—leaps above what you try to craft at home. The options are unending, the ice is nicer and you aren’t just drinking, you’re at the spot.  Whether you're dabbling in low-ABV libations, making your way through dedicated martini menus or collecting passwords for pseudo speakeasies, there is an ideal location for every taste, tolerance and occasion. Find them among the 50 best bars in NYC right now. Updated April 2025: In this most recent update, we added Sunn's and updated Experimental Cocktail Club after a recent visit. We also removed Apotheke. Time Out has instituted a sitewide policy change. For more on our new policies, feel free to check out "How we review at Time Out." 

Finding the best hotel in NYC to stay at, whether on a trip here or a staycation, is paramount. Yes, you’ll likely be out and about and the hotel simply serves as a place to lay your head, but a good hotel can make or break your time in the city. New York prides itself on its hospitality and that is pretty clearly evidenced by its best hotels. Every kind of traveler can find their perfect holiday haven in this glorious city, from sleek boutique hotels in the city’s trendiest neighborhoods to opulent luxury stays near the top NYC attractions. You’ll even find some of the best spas and restaurants tucked inside their lobbies. Whether you’re a first-time visitor to the Big Apple or a local craving an inner-city staycation, these properties take the cake when it comes to hospitality and hotel perks. Cue room service. February 2025 update: We have completely revamped our list by visiting dozens of hotels across NYC, most recently, the Carlyle. So know that when you’re reading this list, you’re getting the most up-to-date information. 🇺🇸 Click here to view our full guide to the best things to do in NYC🏨 Discover the best cheap hotels in NYC🌉 Explore the coolest Airbnbs in Brooklyn💗 Book one of the best boutique hotels in NYC Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every hotel featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities, and in-depth research to find you the best stays.

Even our culture editor admits that Bushwick is "one of the most polarizing neighborhoods in New York City." Once a hub for all things hipster (and really, it still is, just with different terminology), Bushwick is the industrial hub most commonly known for its thumpin' nightlife scene. Yet, when the music cuts and the lights flicker on, the neighborhood also has plenty to explore in the eating-and-drinking department. Bushwick is home to some of the best New York pizza and stellar international food—including one of the top Ethiopian restaurants in the city. These are the best Bushwick restaurants, that are perfect for kicking a night into high-gear. RECOMMENDED: Best restaurants in NYC

Time Out Market New York is buzzing with activity, from phenomenal food and drinks to fun parties to keep you rolling through the cooler months. The market has  Bottomless Brunch!  For $50, you’ll receive a $30 TOM Card toward the meal of your choice from the market’s concessions and you can choose from Bottomless mimosas and bellinis from noon to 3pm on weekends. Below is the current schedule of events at Time Out Market New York!

While the bagel is most prominently featured in things that New Yorkers love and that are round and good, the doughnut is close behind it. Whether you spell it as donut or doughnut, this round ring of sweetness is a treat as old as time (and can be eaten at any time) whether during an early morning commute or a late night treat.  If you've been hunting through the city’s best bakeries and coffee shops for the best doughnut in NYC, look no further. We've compiled a handy list of where to find the most exemplary fried rings, including a spot in a Staten Island strip mall and brioche-based treats from the brick-and-mortar offshoot of a beloved online bakery. Whether for breakfast, lunch, or dessert, these are NYC’s best outposts for doughnuts. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to best restaurants in NYC

Alonso Guzman missed the seafood he grew up eating in Sinaloa, Mexico, a coastal stretch in the northern part of the country. Unable to find a suitable dupe, he and his wife Amy Hernandez opened their own. Now with three locations across Queens, Brooklyn and Jersey with more to break the surface in 2025, Mariscos El Submarino's ceviches and seafood tostadas have drawn a huge following. So much so, their massive molcajetes have become a favorite to then critic Pete Wells of The New York Times, who called out the restaurant as one of the very best in New York, two years in a row. 

Mayahuel is a family-owned and -run restaurant in every sense of the phrase. Ivan Vazquez oversees the front of the house, while his brother Mark takes to the digital sphere running social media. Down below in the basement, their parent's mill and nixtamalize blue, yellow and red corn, producing 150 lbs of masa a week. Executive chef Gerardo Duarte ties it all together to bring the family's vision to life: cooking specialties lifted straight from the northern shores of Mexico. The coastal cuisine can be found in New York witho head-on prawns bathed in a bright orange guajillo butter with drops of mole oil and tostadas weighed with octopus and shrimp chunks complemented with a zippy tiger's milk. 

Once you spot the telltale neon sign of a frog grasping a cup of wine, you'll know you've reached Frog Wine Bar. Natural wine reigns supreme here, found cooling in ice buckets before being poured in stubby glasses. Among a tight line of wooden tables and chairs, the back of the bar is framed by a red pool table for further gathering. And once the weather gets agreeable, the well-sized patio draws the community over crushable wines. This frog has clearly got some legs on it, as the concept has expanded with Frog Wine Shop in Cobble Hill and the red-lit music venue, Tadpole, right next door.

Thinking of ways to show your support for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month? This bake sale has just the thing.   On May 4, Market 57's Platform by JBF (aka, the James Beard Foundation) is hosting an all-out bake sale, and you are invited. But you won't just find run-of-the-mill cookies here. Instead, the foundation has curated a powerhouse line-up of pastry chefs and bakers that will be selling all the baked goods for the taking. The culinary lineup includes Eunji Lee of Korean and French-inspired pastry shop LYSÉE, chef and cookbook author of "In the Kusina: My Seasonal Filipino Cooking," Woldy Reyes, Lauren Tran of the popular Vietnamese pop-up shop turned brick and mortar, Bánh by Lauren, and James Beard Award nominee Natasha Pickowicz. Drinks will be provided from Makku, Lucky Ox and Lunar Hard Seltzer. Beyond just shopping, there is a chance to give back. Heart of Dinner, a nonprofit that delivers nourishing care packages to elderly Asian Americans, will be onsite to host a bag decorating station.   The bake sale runs from 1-3pm, so come out to show your support for these AAPI artisans. Check out the full list of vendors below:  Bessou Celia Lee: Brooklyn Fare Clarice Lam: Breaking Bao Connie Chung: Milu Eunji Lee: LYSÉE Heart of Dinner Ileene Cho Jennifer Lee Ban: Rice Blossoms Jessie YuChen: Boomi Pop Lauren Tran: Bánh by Lauren Martha Ann Milla: Stick With Me Sweets Mina Park: 99 Natasha Pickowicz Nigel Sielegar: Moon Man Nom Wah Rebecca Choi: Manhatta Wen-Jay Y

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.  

This small stall in Flushing is known about town for its jian bing. A popular street food most commonly found in the northern region of China, the jian bing here uses a mung bean wheat base to form a crepe. It is then topped with two cracked eggs before being filled with your choice of Chinese sausage or youtiao, or golden fried piece of dough. It all gets made in front of you and you can easily get away with spending $10 or less here. 

On the last Thursday of every month, Time Out Market New York becomes a hub for creatives, artists and entrepreneurs to gather, connect and elevate. Welcome to The Industry Mixer Sunset Series.  Hosted by Rich Godd, Tosh, Fabrice and Kwin, the networking event invites visionaries of all kinds to make meaningful connections over cocktails and conversations on the market's fifth-floor rooftop. While you connect with like-minded individuals, there will be drink specials from Patron plus the market's vendors are available to order. So pull up and connect with some of New York's finest. 

Located inside the last gas station found under 14th Street, Smacking Burger produces a burger that, well, smacks. The corner operation specializes in an oh-so-special burger with onions smashed right into the patty. The menu features “The Classic” with American cheese, sweet pickles, ketchup, and mustard, and “The Truff” with griddle mushrooms and truffle sauce. The best part? Prices start at just $7.49. Fries are just $5 bucks more and in the warmer months, the restaurant has a few picnic tables to eat your spoils outside. But if you'd rather not eat up while other customers fill up their gas tanks, you can always take your burgers to the small park across the street.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Time Out New York (@timeoutnewyork)

Each year, Taste of Greenwich Village brings together food lovers to celebrate the best of the neighborhood all while making a meaningful impact. Next month, they plan to do it all over again. On May 6, 16 of Greenwich Village's finest restaurants, bars and small businesses are gathering together for an all-you-can-eat food festival in the name of charity. Dine on bites from stellar participating restaurants including Italian eats from Alaluna Ristorante, seasonal finds from The Loring Place, liquor-infused ice cream from Tipsy Scoop and sweet treats courtesy of Zola Bakes. The event will include an open bar (with a specialty mocktail on offer) plus a live DJ to turn the party out. The evening will benefit Greenwich House, a registered 501 c(3) organization that provides thousands of New Yorkers with personal enrichment and cultural experiences through arts, educational and social services. General admission tickets start at $200 and climb up to $25,000 for sponsorship opportunities. Buy your tickets now. 

It would be nearly impossible (or at, the very least, incredibly time-consuming) to try to visit all of the restaurants in the Lower East Side. Luckily, Taste of the Lower East Side is bringing all of our favorites together in one place, and they are doing it all for charity. On April 30, over 40 of the neighborhood's best restaurants, bars and small businesses are coming together to serve the best food and drinks in town. Pile up a plate with bites and drinks from Au Za'atar, Birria Landia, Clinton St. Baking Co., Hen House NYC, Nowon, Nudibranch and The Ten Bells, to name a few. It is all going down at the Metropolitan Pavilion (125 West 18th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues). VIP tickets (priced at $600) gain you early access to the event at 5:30pm, plus open bar, while general admission ticketholders ($300) can arrive at 6pm. Proceeds from the event will benefit Grand St. Settlement, a nonprofit that has served youth, families and seniors since 1916 with essential services in community centers across the Lower East Side, Brooklyn and the Bronx. Since 2000, Taste of the Lower East Side has raised over $5 million to support the cause.  So show your support and purchase your tickets now!

Easter and family gatherings go hand in hand, from egg coloring with the kids to delightful egg hunts in the yard. But sometimes, adults want to have fun too. Luckily, this Hudson Yards eatery is hosting a boozy good time this Easter for the rest of us. Leave the kids at home for Catria Cucina and Bar's all-out Easter brunch. Chef Kyle Puchir is serving classic brunch dishes with a twist—think Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with blueberry compote and maple whipped butter and Bisteca Roma Steak & Eggs with anchovy chimichurri and breakfast potatoes. If the best drink is one without a bottom, opt for the 90-minute bottomless option, which includes Mimosas, Bellinis, Catria Spritzes and Bloody Marys, priced at $30. Each diner will also receive a colorful plastic egg filled with prizes from discounts on the bill to free bottles of wine redeemable for your next visit. Speaking of eggs, Catria is swapping out egg dyeing for bombolini dyeing as guests can color their dessert in pastel icing. Brunch can be booked on OpenTable.

A slice of the Adriatic Coast can now be found at Hudson Yards. Catria Cucina and Bar debuted late last year, giving us a needed getaway during the height of the winter chill. The subterranean restaurant stuns with a modernistic interior offset with soft touches of greenery, including trees that sprout in between seats, and touches of blue. Culinary director chef Kyle Puchir (formerly of Restaurant Daniel and Eleven Madison Park) brings the coast even closer with housemade pasta, meat-centric and seafood-forward dishes and cocktails crafted with traditional Italian spirits.

Yes, Cinco de Mayo falls on a Monday this year—but don’t worry. Despite it being the start of the workweek, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the rich food, culture, and community that Mexican New Yorkers have cultivated across the city, including a number of special culinary deals that we've been eyeing for months. From free margs and tacos to the first-ever Cinco de Mayo gala, here are a few ways to celebrate the holiday in NYC his year.  If you want to party with a salsa master… Earlier this month, James Beard Award-winning author, chef and recipe developer Rick Martinez released his second cookbook, Salsa Daddy: Dip Your Way into Mexican Cooking, as a love letter to the cornerstone of Mexican cuisine: salsa. As part of Martinez's cookbook tour, the chef will be stopping in New York to throw a Cinco de Mayo party to remember. On Monday, May 5, you can find him at Ridgewood's Hellbender for a special meet and greet. Recipes from his book will be passed around alongside plates made in tandem with Hellbender's chef Yara Herrera. Reserve your spot here.  If fine dining is more your speed… Chef Javier Plascencia of Michelin-starred Animalón is credited with reinvigorating Tijuana's dining scene. In celebration of the coming holiday, the chef is heading to Enrique Olvera’s ATLA in NoHo for a three-day takeover. On Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3, chef Plascencia and Animalón's executive chef Oscar Torres will prepare a special five-course meal featuring crudos and other su

Once a humble Bushwick hang for perfectly charred Neapolitan pies, Roberta’s is now teetering on the edge (if not already over) of a burgeoning empire. From its start in a shipping container, Roberta’s profile now includes two outposts in Los Angeles and shrink-wrapped frozen pizzas in Whole Foods all along the East Coast. And if you don't find yourself on either coast, Roberta’s can be delivered straight to your door thanks to Goldbelly. While it may seem like the pizza spot has outgrown us, its newest Manhattan opening shows us that Roberta’s has nothing but love for NYC.  RECOMMENDED: The 29 best pizza places in NYC View this post on Instagram A post shared by Roberta's (@robertaspizza) On July 16, Roberta’s (1 Pennsylvania Plaza) will debut in The PENN District, a mixed-use campus developed by Vornado. The spacious two-story restaurant outpaces the original location, with 200 seats across both floors including a full-service restaurant, a second outpost of their slice shop, R Slice (more on that below). The second floor will soon launch a tiki bar later this month, sure to cool us down during these sweltering times. Brooklyn pies that we have come to know and love will be on the menu, like the Famous Original (tomato, mozzarella, Parmigiano, caciocavallo, oregano and chili) and the honey-drizzled Bee Sting (tomato, mozzarella, soppressata, basil, chili and honey). But to pair with rooftop views, the second story will feature dry-aged steaks and a full raw

The official marker of summer is back. And, yes, we mean drinking outside. Coinciding with the flowers blooming, outdoor patio bars and restaurants are sprouting up once again, welcoming us to soak up the sun with a sipper in hand. One of our favorite outdoor bars is returning for the season, transforming a corner of Union Square into an all-out beer hall.   On Thursday, May 1, Torch & Crown Brewing Company is taking over Union Square Park for its summertime pop-up: Torch & Crown Beer Garden. For its third season in a row, the brewery will bring its lineup of locally-made beers and bites to the square starting May 1 until early November. Commandeering the historic Union Square Pavilion and the square surrounding it, the indoor-outdoor space welcomes all (even dogs!) to enjoy the festivities no matter the weather. The seasonal venue is the brewery's only offshoot outside of its operation in SoHo.   Photography courtesy of Torch & Crown Brewing Company| Inside the Torch & Crown Beer Garden Naturally, there is beer to be had here, many of the crushable varieties, including the Tenement Pilsner and the Southbound Mexican Lager. There are also two IPAs on tap as well as the mango and pineapple fruity sour ale, Xpert Ambassador Sour. To nosh on, the garden has drummed up a line-up of seasonal eats, quite literally, as the venue incorporates goods from the neighboring Union Square Market. Perfect example is the Market Special, a 12-inch, thin-crust pizza with all the spring veggi

Once again, when it comes to the best of the world, you don’t have to travel far if you already live in NYC.   Yesterday, the award-winning travel magazine and website Condé Nast Traveller released its 2025 Hot List. The annual series calls out the best new things all around the world, encompassing newly minted hotels, places to stay and more. As for what’s shiny and sparkling in food, two new-ish New York restaurants caught the eye of the publication, both receiving a spot on the list.  RECOMMENDED: The world’s best new restaurants in 2025, revealed   Photography courtesy of Bungalow| Outside of Bungalow Ranked in no particular order, chef Vikas Khanna’s Bungalow made the list. Cited for being one of the hottest tables in 2024, the East Village restaurant received its dues for its unapologetic celebration of Indian culture and food. Global Digital Director at Condé Nast Traveller Arati Menon called out its “melt-in-your-mouth dahi kebabs with a seviyan (vermicelli) crust” and its “Goan shrimp balchão served in cones reminiscent of the 'cream rolls' at traditional Indian bakeries.” It seems we agree with CN Traveller, as Bungalow also made our best new restaurants list last year.  The Upper East Side’s second act of Le Veau d'Or also topped the survey. According to writer Kyle Beechey, the revival of the 1937 restaurant led by Riad Nasr and Lee Hanson (of Frenchette, Le Rock and Frenchette Bakery) received the honor for its classic menu of French fare, “executed with a prec

The upcoming 10th season of The Brooklyn Mirage is certainly shaping up to be a big one. Revealing a bold new redesign this spring, the venue recently announced its first-ever resident artist (a legendary producer and DJ at that). Today comes another addition to the 80,000-square-foot venue and, this time, it’s all about food.   The country’s largest open-air food market, Smorgasburg, is partnering with the Brooklyn Mirage to unveil The Campsite by Smorgasburg. The beloved food festival has introduced a curated selection of vendors to the multi-level events complex, all in the hopes of offering only top-tier food to club goers.  RECOMMENDED: Here are all the NYC night markets to indulge in this year  “As our guests’ expectations grow beyond just music, we've prioritized elevating the quality of every touchpoint—including food and beverage—throughout their time with us,” said Josh Wyatt, CEO of Avant Gardner, in a press release. “These new on-site offerings are a major step forward in delivering exceptional interactions across the board. We’re proud to unveil this offering as part of our continued mission to set a new standard for immersive, community-focused entertainment.” The coming lineup will feature a mix of local favorites straight from the ranks of the Brooklyn-founded food festival. Bed-Stuy’s Home Frite will bring its award-winning fries, burgers and shakes on site, for example; Lebanese shawarma, both lamb and chicken, will be on offer courtesy of Hen House; Tosh's

Spring, she’s finally here and she’s wonderful! Now that we have warm temps on the horizon, now is the season to catch the flowers bloom or enjoy the great outdoors at some the city's best rooftops and outdoor dining spots. And with the changing of the seasons, comes the return of springtime flavors. Keeping in step, Time Out Market New York recently launched it springtime cocktail menu with nine different options to get you in the mood. Cocktails range from $14 and cap out at $16, from refreshing watermelon margs to sangria spritzes. Ready for a little sun and sip on our patio? Here's a few cocktails that are ready and waiting to be in your hand this season.  Photography: Noah Fecks| Watermelon Basil Margarita Peach Fling: Grey Goose vodka, Juliette peach liqueur, Savoia and lime. Watermelon Basil Margarita: Patron Silver tequila, watermelon juice and basil syrup.   Somewhere in Dumbo: Bombay Sapphire Gin, St. Germain, cucumber and lime. Storm Surge: Bacardi Reserve ocho rum, Bacardi Coconut rum cranberry, passion fruit, orange juice and lime. Bourbon Grapefruit Smash: Maker’s Mark bourbon, pamplemousse liqueur and grapefruit.  The Emerald Sprig: Finvara whiskey, Italicus, lemon and rosemary syrup. Berry Sangria Spritz: Red and white wine, strawberry syrup, triple sec, framboise and vanilla.  Smokey Spongebob: Dos Hombres mezcal, lime, pineapple, agave spiced nectar and Q ginger beer. (And while not the most springy of the bunch, you can’t forget the Espresso Martini with

Ten years ago, John Wang was unemployed and looking for a new outlet. Following a four-year stint working at a law firm, he quit in search of something more fulfilling. Dabbling in projects from developing an app to consulting in the restaurant sphere, he was two weeks away from moving to New Orleans when woke up with a dream: to start New York’s first night market.  While the return of night markets has now become a clear marker of summer in New York City, 10 years ago it was nonexistent in North America according to Wang, save for a once-a-year market in Los Angeles and a weekend market in Vancouver. With memories of visiting the night markets of Taiwan as a child, as an adult, Wang’s primary bucket list item was to visit a region's nightly gatherings, exploring markets in Hong Kong, Morocco and Vietnam. The convivial spirit of it all and the incredibly low price point attached (Wang’s favorite bite was a $1 ceviche from Peru) was something that a recently unemployed Wang could get behind.  “I was curious whether I could bring those two things together: a market where it feels like a representative cross-section of the city…and one that’s affordable,” he tells Time Out New York.   Photograph: courtesy Queens Night Market| A vendor preparing food at Queens Night Market And so Wang made a pact with himself to create New York’s first-ever night market, giving himself a year to fail or succeed. As he tackled questions of funding, zoning and logistics as a one-man team with no

If you happened to find yourself in Times Square over the past few months, you may have spotted a glowing white question mark stamped on a wall across the street from the Lyceum Theatre. You might’ve asked yourself, ‘What does it mean’ or ‘Is it an art piece?’ But before you question your existence for too long, we are here to tell you the mysterious logo is tied to I’m donut?, a shop known for its airy and light doughnuts imported straight from Japan. Your next question might be, 'So what is I’m donut? all about?'  RECOMMENDED: This buzzy Japanese donut shop is opening in Times Square Photography courtesy of I'm donut ?| The NY BLT I’m donut? officially opened its doors in Times Square this morning (154 West 45th Street), and by the looks of it, the lines are already around the block. Founded by chef Ryouta Hirako, this is I’m donut?’s first foray outside of Japan where it has six locations across Tokyo and Fukuoka. So why now and, more importantly, why New York? According to Chef Hirako, he knew his airy and light creations would find a home here.   “When I began seeing people’s excitement and reactions to their first bite of one of my donuts, I knew I had something special. Surprise, sometimes confusion, happiness and smiles,” says Chef Ryouta in a press release. "I decided that I wanted to share these donuts with people everywhere. Everyone in the world knows Times Square—this became my dream.” The Times Square store keeps a minimalistic cool with translucent panels and

I was going to start this article by waxing poetic on the quintessential mark of summer, from the beating sun to the ocean blue, laddering up to the fact that I think lobster rolls are the answer. And while that’s true, I do love a good buttery roll filled to the brim with chunks of claw and meat, I can only justify a few splurges during the season. Part of it, my wallet. The other, the principle of it all.  Plentiful on the eastern shore, lobsters were once a popular, almost daily consumed commodity that they became known as the cockroach of the sea. Somewhere around the 18th century, lobsters were introduced to the masses at large with the invention of canning and the train system which invited midwestern Americans to try this crustacean fresh from the water. Nowadays, lobsters can run you $20 for a tail, upwards of $30 for a roll and even more expensive at white table clothed establishments. Speaking of price, this spring, there’s a new hot roll coming to the city to the tune of $40.  Photograph: courtesy The mark Clam Bar| The Royal Blood Mary Jean-Georges and Caviar Kaspia at The Mark are coming together to open The Mark Clam Bar at The Mark Hotel on April 26. Billed as a "seafood shack," the coming streetside eatery parked outside the hotel will feature selections of the sea. One singular oyster will run you $7.50, shrimp cocktails are priced at $46 and the opus of it all, the lobster roll (with cherry tomatoes, tarragon and sriracha mayonnaise) is priced at $40. Cock

By now, you’ve likely seen bars of milk chocolate sprouting with pistachio-colored phyllo popping up on your feed. It’s the Dubai Chocolate Bar, and it's a trend that seems to have some staying power. It all started when Dubai’s Fix Dessert Chocolatier launched their chocolate bar, “Can’t Get Knafeh of It Chocolate Bar.” It went insanely viral after TikToker Maria Veherea's ASMR video, which as of this writing has 125 million views. Spawning imitators and even scammers, the pistachio and knafeh-filled bar, now coined the “Dubai Chocolate Bar,” has taken on a life of its own with interpretations found all around the world, including right here on the East Coast. Photography: Brittany Robey| Dubai Ice Cream Sundae Jersey City’s The Shortbread Society®️ was one of the first to bring the trend to the city, launching their interpretation of the trend, Dubai Pistachio Chocolate Bar Shortbread, on Goldbelly in April of last year. Using Ghirardelli chocolate shortbread as a base, the dessert comes with a layer of crispy kataifi, pistachio-white chocolate cream and dark chocolate topped with crushed pistachios. However, the 20-year-old, family-owned business, The Nuts Factory, also lays claim to being one of the first, selling a classic version of the chocolate bar in August of 2024. The premium nut and chocolate store has gone on to sell it every which way, from chocolate-dipped dates filled with phyllo and rolled in nuts, cups of strawberries drizzled with pistachio cream and your

Soul in the Horn caught my eye, and my earbuds, at a time when the idea of going out and let alone dancing was all but canceled. During the pandemic, I routinely caught DJ Natasha Diggs on her livestream, spinning a blend of funk, hip-hop, Latin and house music from across the globe. Whether it be in-person or virtual, Diggs and co-curator Derick Prosper, who goes by DProsper, have been turning a vibe in New York for over a decade with Soul in the Horn. Started in 2015, the funk-forward dance party is all about gathering the community over high-energy beats, soul and brassy horns. The once-weekly party has gone global attracting top artists, DJs and musicians including high-profile talents such as Erykah Badu, Deon Cole, Robert Glasper, Janelle Monae and El Debarge. This year, the dance party turns 10 and is celebrating its milestone birthday by doing what they do best: throwing nightly fetes where everyone is invited to move.  Last month, the music movement relaunched its popular Soul Record Laboratory Wednesdays. As for the location, they went with one of Brooklyn’s best rooftops: Time Out Market New York. The energetic funk fest all goes down on the roof, with its incredible views of both the Brooklyn and the Manhattan Bridge and the skyline across the water. In between DJ sets, we caught up with Prosper about his musical background, creating music with Lauryn Hill and how this soulful sensation got its start. RECOMMENDED: Events happening at Time Out Market New York Phot

At last, night market season has arrived. The annual crop of night markets seem to reward us for trudging through cold days all winter—and now enduring sweltering days not quite perfect for dining outdoors.  A bevy of open-air night markets will pop up around town this summer, from the upper reaches of the Bronx to Queens. We've rounded up details on all of them, so grab some cash and make plans to eat locally—and deliciously.  Photograph: Courtesy Gillian Todd Bronx Night Market First day April 26; Last day October 25; Runs on the last Saturday of the month Since 2017, the Bronx Night Market has been the longest-running event series in the Bronx. You can find it in Fordham Plaza on the last Saturday of each month through October. Among the 35 vendors you can find refreshing drinks from Aguas Frescas Tlaxcalita, smoked chorizo from Casallas Kitchen and grilled lobster tail from Keez 2 The Kitchen.  Other activities include a pop-up bookstore curated by Bronx is Reading, which will host a bunch of literary activities for folks of all ages; a new general store filled with fresh products sourced locally called Fordham Farmers Market; Bronx Native's beloved Tiny Desk concert series; and a vegan bazaar that will promote the sort of healthy foods that the "traditional" market does not regularly pay attention to. Photograph: Courtesy of Uptown Night Market Uptown Night Market First day April 10; Last day October 9; Runs on the second Thursday of the month The massive foodie f