Ahoy NY Food Tours Blog

If you mention New York City, there are tons of topics to discuss. New York is a place of endless possibilities, in terms of business, career, leisure, iconic landmarks, and food. The city that never sleeps offers nothing but the best of everything. It is something you would expect from the world’s best city, according…

In the past, unlike Little Italy nearby, restaurants in Chinatown rarely offered outdoor seating aka al fresco dining. But currently this is the only way to dine at these restaurants. So with that in mind, here are the best restaurants in Chinatown, New York City with outdoor seating right now. The weather is perfect for…

Chinatown and Little Italy is full of hidden foodie gems including scrumptious cookies! Can’t make it to these neighborhoods in the near future? We have gathered some of the best cookies in Chinatown and Little Italy, New York City in our Ahoy NY Cookie Snack Pack! Here is why we love all these cookies and what…

We are so happy to see more and more restaurants in Chinatown, NYC that are reopening for business. Here are the 8 best restaurants in Chinatown that are open for take out right now. As you can see there is a wide range of yummy foods you can get and we encourage everyone to support…

Times Square is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Looking for where to eat nearby? With everything from the best pizza in NYC to hidden gems off the beaten path, here are the seven best restaurants near Times Square, New York City. Burger & Lobster – 132 W 43rd St Burger…

Chinatown is a great and diverse foodie destination, so Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting is saddened to hear that many restaurants and shops have been negatively affected by fear of the Coronavirus. NYC has not had any confirmed cases of Coronavirus and all of the neighborhoods in the vicinity of Chinatown as well are…

Tabletop grilling and hotpot is a lot of fun with friends and family and it is especially great in the colder months. With that in mind, here are the seven best tabletop grilling and hotpots restaurants in New York City. 99 Favor Taste – 285 Grand St & Other Locations P.C.: yelp, Elain C. There…

We absolutely love tacos because they can pack a ton of flavor with just a little bite. So here are our cheap eats picks for the best tacos in New York City for under $5. Be sure to check out our other cheap eats blog posts including the best brunch for under $15 and the…

If you are craving xiao long bao (as known as Shanghai soup dumplings or buns) or Shanghai lo mein, you are in luck! There are more options for Shanghainese cuisine than ever before! Here are our picks for the 7 best Shanghai restaurants in Chinatown, New York City. Best of all, you can easily get…

New York City Restaurant Week is back on January 21 and ends on February 9. You can’t beat lunch for $26 and dinner for $42 at some of the best restaurants in NYC. So with that in mind, here are our picks for the 7 best restaurants for NYC Restaurant Week, winter 2020. There is…

Our Recommendations for NYC Restaurant Week We look forward to New York City Restaurant Week every year. This foodie event comes around twice a year (usually it is from mid January to mid February and from mid July to late August) and it is the perfect time to try new restaurants and try different cuisines….

Looking for that perfect gift this holiday season? We are here to help! With everything from amazing cheeses to some yummy sweet treats, here is our holiday gift guide for foodies in New York City. Cheese from the French Cheese Board The French Cheese Board (41 Spring St) is a must for any cheese lover….

We absolutely love the French cuisine. Coq au vin, duck confit, beef bourguignon and salade niçoise are some of our favorite dishes! Lucky for us, New York City is home to a number of excellent French restaurants. So with that in mind, here are the 7 best French bistros and brasseries in New York City….

Rice noodle rolls aka cheong fun also sometimes known as Chinese crepes are very popular in Chinatown and now there are more options for it than ever! You just need to add a bit of seasoned soy sauce and it is pure bliss with every bite! They are great for breakfast or as a snack….

Visiting the Oculus or the 9/11 Memorial & Museum some time soon and looking for a fun lunch and dinner spots nearby? You came to the right place! Here are our picks on where to eat near the Oculus and 9/11 Memorial & Museum, New York City. Eataly – 101 Liberty St Floor 3 Eataly…

Built on the abandoned elevated train tracks on the west side of Manhattan, the High Line is one of the most unique and popular parks in New York City. The area near the High Line (Chelsea and Hell’s Kitchen) has also been an exciting place for foodies! So with that in mind, here are the…

Brunch can be a lot of fun with friends and family! Looking for brunch options that give you the best bang for your buck? Here are our cheap eats picks for the best brunch in New York City for under $15. Be sure to check out our other cheap eats blog posts: the best snacks,…

The fall has traditionally been a busy time for restaurant openings in New York City. There is especially a lot of new exciting restaurants opening in Lower Manhattan this year! With that in mind, here are seven new restaurants to try in New York City this fall. All of these restaurants just opened or are…

The summer is not over yet! We want to pack as much foodie fun as we can in the last few weeks so here is our end of the summer New York City foodie bucket list. What is on your foodie bucket list? Have Fun at the Feast of San Gennaro P.C.: yelp, Marieta P.…

Looking for a tasty snack that won’t break your budget? We are here to help! Here are our cheap eats picks for exciting new snack options in New York City for under $5! Also check out our other cheap eats blog posts: best pizza, fried chicken, desserts and more! Levain Bakery – 1484 Third Avenue…