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Restaurant	What to Get	Show / Episode / Recommended By	Yelp! Rating	Restaurant Notes
21 Club [CLOSED] ($$$) (634 ratings) 21 W 52nd St New York, NY 10019 (212) 582-7200 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Genuine Legends"	'21' Caesar Salad mixed greens, aged parmesan, garlic croutons; looks good	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Genuine Legends" Geoffrey Zakarian	3.5 out of 5 634 ratings	[CLOSED]; former speakeasy "where wining and dining meets pure theater...it's an adventure into the imagination. And, most of all, it's about sheer entertainment and sophisticated fun"
2nd Ave Deli ($$) (1416 ratings) 162 E 33rd St New York, NY 10016 (212) 689-9000 www.2ndavedeli.com As Seen On: Food Wars, Episode: "New York: Pastrami"	Pastrami Sandwich steamed twice for extra juiciness; machine-cut, thinner-sliced	Food Wars "New York: Pastrami" Camille Ford	4.0 out of 5 1416 ratings	Food War: Katz's vs. 2nd Ave... Katz's won (3-votes-to-2); opened in 1954; moved in 2007 (originally on 2nd Ave); family-friendly, more relaxed
A Salt & Battery ($$) (877 ratings) 112 Greenwich Ave New York, NY 10011 (212) 691-2713 asaltandbattery.com As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Totally Unexpected"	Deep Fried Candy Bar	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Totally Unexpected" Sunny Anderson	3.5 out of 5 877 ratings	they do fish and chips too
abcV ($$$) (676 ratings) 38 E 19th St New York, NY 10003 (212) 475-5829 www.abchome.com/content/d... As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Buttered Up"	Tropical Sundae vegan specialty dessert featuring a variety of tropical fruits atop non-dairy ice cream; looks good	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Buttered Up" Geoffrey Zakarian	4.0 out of 5 676 ratings	est. 2017; award-winning vegan restaurant w/ seasonal dishes & drinks
Aldea [CLOSED] ($$$) (607 ratings) 31 W 17th St New York, NY 10011 (212) 675-7223 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Bird Is the Word"	Arroz De Pato (Duck Rice) almost paella-like; duck confit, chorizo, olive, clementine; looks good	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Bird Is the Word" Frank Bruni	4.0 out of 5 607 ratings	[CLOSED]; opened in 2009
Amy Ruth's ($$) (3008 ratings) 113 W 116th St New York, NY 10026 (212) 280-8779 www.amyruthsharlem.com As Seen On: 101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 101-81" Man v. Food Nation, Episode: "Harlem"	Rev. Al Sharpton top seller; chicken & waffles	101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown "Countdown 101-81" Man v. Food Nation "Harlem" Adam Richman	4.0 out of 5 3008 ratings	#93 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); est. 1998; authentic Southern cuisine; dishes named after famous people
Artichoke Basille's Pizza ($) (4217 ratings) 321 E 14th St New York, NY 10003 (212) 228-2004 www.artichokepizza.com As Seen On: $24 in 24, Episode: "New York"	Artichoke Pizza signature pizza; thin crust; white sauce, pecorino romano cheese, mozzarella & artichoke; slices almost plate-sized; looks good	$24 in 24 "New York" Jeff Mauro	4.0 out of 5 4217 ratings	take-out only; multiple locations w/in NYC
Artisanal Bistro [CLOSED] ($$$) (953 ratings) 2 Park Ave New York, NY 10016 (212) 725-8585 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Cheesy"	Cheese Fondue	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Cheesy" Rocco Dispirito	3.5 out of 5 953 ratings	[CLOSED]

B & H Dairy ($) (558 ratings) 127 2nd Ave New York, NY 10003 (212) 505-8065 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "As Good As Mom's"	Blueberry Blintzes blueberry preserves wrapped in crepe-like skin, shaped into a roll and pan-fried and topped w/ blueberry pie filling	Best Thing I Ever Ate "As Good As Mom's" Duff Goldman	4.5 out of 5 558 ratings
Baconery -- 953 Columbus Ave New York, NY 10025 www.baconery.com As Seen On: Bacon Paradise 2-Another Slab	Bacon Brownies Bacon Pecan Pie Chocolate Peanut Butter Bacon Cookies	Bacon Paradise 2-Another Slab	out of 5 0 ratings	bacon in everything
Balthazar Restaurant ($$$) (3642 ratings) 80 Spring St New York, NY 10012 (212) 965-1414 www.balthazarny.com As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "New York" Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Totally Fried" Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Best Breakfasts"	French Fries Idaho russet potatoes pressed through cutter, blanched in peanut oil, & double-fried right before serving; seasoned w/ salt; looks good Roasted Pepper and Caramelized Onion Quiche w/ gruyere cheese & mixed greens; "to die for" -Geoffrey Zakarian Sour Cream-Hazelnut Waffles w/ warm berries & creme fraiche	Best Thing I Ever Ate "New York" Bobby Flay Best Thing I Ever Ate "Totally Fried" Bobby Flay Iron Chef Eats "Best Breakfasts" Geoffrey Zakarian	4.0 out of 5 3642 ratings	opened in 1997; old Parisian-style bistro serving traditional bistro fare from breakfast through late-night supper
Bar Boulud ($$$) (1003 ratings) 1900 Broadway New York, NY 10023 (212) 595-0303 www.danielnyc.com/barboul... As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "For Brunch"	Croque Monsieur Cheese crusted ham & cheese sandwich; looks good	Best Thing I Ever Ate "For Brunch" Frank Bruni	3.5 out of 5 1003 ratings
Barbuto [CLOSED] ($$$) (885 ratings) 775 Washington St New York, NY 10014 (212) 924-9700 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Better Than Mine" Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Terrific Italian"	Pollo Al Forno (Roasted Chicken) topped w/ salsa verde; "this is what I would call a 'master recipe'"-Tyler Florence Buccatini Ala Carbonara classic pasta dish w/ olive oil, pancetta, farm egg yolks, parmesan & black pepper	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Better Than Mine" Tyler Florence Best Thing I Ever Ate "Terrific Italian" Alton Brown	4.0 out of 5 885 ratings	[CLOSED]; revival of a 15+ year neighborhood icon; simple, seasonal Italian menu
Barney Greengrass ($$) (912 ratings) 541 Amsterdam Ave New York, NY 10024 (212) 724-4707 www.barneygreengrass.com/... As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "At a Deli" Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "New York" Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Holiday Decadence"	Chopped Herring Salad Sandwich chopped pickled Icelandic herring salad made w/ apple sauce, cured onions, matzo meal, & sugar; Alton likes on rye w/ tomato (normally on a bagel); looks good Potato Latkes w/ side of sour cream & apple sauce	Best Thing I Ever Ate "At a Deli" Alton Brown Best Thing I Ever Ate "New York" Alton Brown Guilty Pleasures "Holiday Decadence" Daphne Oz	4.0 out of 5 912 ratings	since 1908; old-time NY Jewish-style deli
Barrio Chino ($$) (1181 ratings) 253 Broome St New York, NY 10002 (212) 228-6710 www.barriochinonyc.com As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Best Drink"	Grapefruit Margarita	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Best Drink" Claire Robinson	4.0 out of 5 1181 ratings
Baz Bagel and Restaurant ($$) (501 ratings) 181 Grand St New York, NY 10013 (212) 335-0609 www.bazbagel.com As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Desert Island Dish"	Latkes Fancy Pants grated Idaho potato & Spanish onion w/ matzo meal, egg & seasonings; deep fried & served w/ house sour cream, sliced smoked salmon, salmon roe & chives; looks good	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Desert Island Dish" Katie Pix	3.5 out of 5 501 ratings	est 2014; bagel shop and full-service restaurant specializing in hand-rolled bagels & Jewish diner classics

Beatrice Inn [CLOSED] ($$$) (381 ratings) 285 W 12th St New York, NY 10014 (212) 675-2808 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Picture Perfect"	Roast Duck Flambé slow roasted duck w/ cherry jus; flambéed at the table; served w/ fingerlings Lyonnaise	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Picture Perfect" Eddie Jackson	3.5 out of 5 381 ratings	[CLOSED]; traditional NY chophouse; opened in the 1920s as a speakeasy, then became an Italian restaurant in the 1950s
Benoit ($$$) (593 ratings) 60 W 55th St New York, NY 10019 (646) 943-7373 www.benoitny.com As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Brilliantly Baked"	Brioche in the Viennoiserie Basket scratch made milk & egg dough is balled, stacked & baked in a rectangle pan; served w/ an array of authentic French breads	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Brilliantly Baked" Martha Stewart	3.5 out of 5 593 ratings	opened in 2008; Parisian menu "showcases both bistro favorites, as well as unexpected takes on familiar flavors" (from its website)
Bhatti Indian Grill ($$) (897 ratings) 100 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10016 (212) 683-4228 bhattitogo.com/; www.bhat... As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Serious Spice"	Boti Kebab boneless lamb marinated 24 hours in ginger, garlic, yogurt & roasted black cumin, then grilled; served w/ spicy mint sauce; "huge flavor!" -Duff Goldman	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Serious Spice" Duff Goldman	3.5 out of 5 897 ratings	est. 2009; authentic North Indian restaurant specializing in kebabs & curries
Big Gay Ice Cream Shop [CLOSED] ($) (1962 ratings) 125 E 7th St New York, NY 10009 (212) 533-9333 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Street Food" Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Tale of Two Sandwiches"	Salty Pimp soft-serve vanilla ice cream, Dulce de Leche and sea salt capped w/ chocolate dip that contains mixes of cayenne pepper & chilies; "it will be the best soft-serve you will ever have"-Gail Simmons; looks good Bea Arthur (Ice Cream) soft-serve vanilla ice cream, dulce de leche, covered w/ crushed vanilla wafers	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Street Food" Gail Simmons Guilty Pleasures "Tale of Two Sandwiches" Anne Thornton	4.0 out of 5 1962 ratings	[CLOSED]; est. in 2009; formerly an ice cream truck at airing, now storefronts (couple in NYC)
Black Tree [CLOSED] ($$) (319 ratings) 131 Orchard St New York, NY 10002 (212) 533-4684 As Seen On: Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "All Things New York" Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Extra Helpings"	Winter Pig Sandwich six point IPA braised pork belly, brown butter apple jam, pickled apples, cheddar, hydroponic mint; offered seasonally; looks good Lamb Sandwich braised lamb, shredded, topped w/ tzatziki, feta, mint; looks good	Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives "All Things New York" Guy Fieri Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives "Extra Helpings" Guy Fieri	4.0 out of 5 319 ratings	[CLOSED]; opened in 2013; innovative "farm-to-you" sandwiches 30-seat joint; menu changes w/ the seasons; Alex Guarnaschelli made guest appearance
BLT Steak [CLOSED] ($$$$) (450 ratings) 106 E 57th St New York, NY 10022 (212) 752-7470 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Appetizers"	Popovers comes free with meal; recommend: spread butter and add sea salt	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Appetizers" Tyler Florence	4.0 out of 5 450 ratings	[CLOSED]
Blue Ribbon Brasserie ($$$) (1021 ratings) 97 Sullivan St New York, NY 10012 (212) 274-0404 www.blueribbonrestaurants... As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Personal Favorites"	Beef Marrow & Oxtail Marmalade	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Personal Favorites" Anne Burrell	4.5 out of 5 1021 ratings
Blue Sky Deli ($) (105 ratings) 2135 1st Ave 110th St New York, NY 10029 (646) 682-7488 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Best Meal Deal"	Chopped Cheese Sandwich top seller; seasoned beef chopped & grilled w/ peppers, onions & cheese, on a hoagie w/ mayo, ketchup, onions, peppers, lettuce & tomato, pressed; looks good	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Best Meal Deal" Jonathon Sawyer	4.5 out of 5 105 ratings	aka Hajji's; bodega & grill, said to be the birthplace of the chopped cheese sandwich
Blue Smoke [CLOSED] ($$) (1769 ratings) 116 East 27th St New York, NY 10016 (212) 447-7733 As Seen On: Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Finger Food"	Barbecue Potato Chips w/ Blue Cheese & Bacon Dip after deep fried, chips are coated w/ champagne vinegar, jalapeno juice and secret spice mix; served in a pail; looks good	Best Thing I Ever Ate "Finger Food" Susan Feniger	3.5 out of 5 1769 ratings	[CLOSED]; offers various regional BBQ styles including St. Louis, Kansas City, Memphis, North Carolina and Texas