East Village Falafel to Cheesesteaks in Manhattan

4.6 (1,722)

Mon – Sun, 10:30 – 23:00

94 Avenue C

Scratch-made fried chicken, seasoned tenders and chicken biscuits come from this compact counter at 94 Avenue C, built on sustainable ingredients, with wraps, bowls, baked mac n cheese and soul food sides. Prices stay affordable, staff are friendly, and it is open daily from 10:30 AM to 11 PM.

4.4 (1,916)

Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 23:00

30 Saint Marks Place

Falafel, hummus, baba ganoush and tahini platters come from this family-owned shop at 30 Saint Marks Place, the oldest falafel shop in New York and running from 1971. Vegan, gluten-free and certified halal options are on the menu, with indoor and outdoor seats, and it is open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM.

4.5 (1,758)

Mon – Fri, 12:00 – 23:00; Sat – Sun, 11:00 – 23:00

208 1st Ave

Classic Lebanese dishes like the mixed grill platter, hummus and kebabs share the menu with pita pizzas at this dimly lit bistro at 208 1st Ave, with wine and beer alongside. Staff are attentive without hovering, and it is open daily to 11 PM, from noon on weekdays and 11 AM on weekends.

4.6 (990)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 19:00; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 21:00

151 Avenue A

One item is on offer at this standing counter at 151 Avenue A, a Philly cheesesteak on a fresh sesame hero with tender beef, caramelized onions, thick cheese sauce and peppers worth adding. There are no chairs, and it opens at noon, closing at 7 PM, or 9 PM on Friday and Saturday.