25 Famous New York City Restaurants That Prove It's One of the Nation's Best Food Cities

""When I hear 'famous restaurant in New York,' without fail, I think Rao's," says Fora travel advisor Kay Hart. "There is truly nowhere as cozy and as classic feeling.""

"Ferdinando's Focacceria is "about as close to old Sicily as you can get before hopping on a plane," says Schiff."

""The panelle are so delicious and not to be missed-crispy chickpea fritters, hot out of the oil, with the milkiest ricotta around.""

New York City hosts roughly 28,000 restaurants offering cuisines from around the world, including Mexican seafood and Korean tacos. The dining scene includes glitzy steakhouses, old-school pizza parlors, famous delicatessens, and popular brunch joints. Iconic eateries recommended include Rao's, noted for a cozy, classic atmosphere and lasagna, where reservations often require booking six months ahead or trying last-minute for locals. Ferdinando's Focacceria in Cobble Hill opened in 1904 and serves Sicilian classics such as arancini, vastedda, and panelle. An airy SoHo eatery opened in 2016 and became a celebrity-spotting destination. The picks span all five boroughs.

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