Brooklyn Hero Shop in Clinton Hill makes 20+ giant subs and sandwiches.

The Nuaa Table is a Thai spot in Prospect Heights where you should go to eat Jasmine tea-smoked ribs on their turf-covered outdoor patio.

Smashed on the LES serves perfectly seasoned smash burgers and has a small patio that’s great for people watching.

Criollas Baked in Columbus Circle makes some of the best empanadas we've ever had.

Nuchas is an empanada stand near Koreatown with a huge variety of handheld treats.

This longstanding Fresh Meadows bagel shop has been around since 1961, and they make inexplicably light bagels you should try.

Empanada Loca is a Colombian spot in Greenwood Heights with excellent empanadas.

Dumpling Legend in Fresh Meadows is a great spot in the neighborhood for soup dumplings.

Nur Thai is a halal Thai spot in Rego Park with great steaks and mocktails.

Al Aqsa is a fantastic Bangladeshi spot in Parkchester with a seemingly endless display window of things to eat.

Asian Taste 86 is a halal Indonesian spot in Elmhurst. Make sure to order the bakwan campur noodle soup.

Tallgrass is a halal burger spot in the East Village that’s great for lunch, a casual dinner, or takeout.

Fatima’s halal kitchen is a great Chinese spot in Astoria. They also have excellent fried chicken, which we very much support.

Factory Tamal on the Lower East Side is one of the best places in the city to get a tamale.

Ben’s Gourmet Deli is a bodega on Ave B and 3rd that sells delicious Mexican food.

Cibao, a Dominican spot on the LES, has been open in the neighborhood for over 40 years. It's one of our go-to spots when we want a great Cubano.