Four Manhattan Dining Stops From Italian Pizza to Pho

5.0 (27)

Mon – Thu, 10:00 – 02:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 10:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sun, 10:00 – 00:00 (+1)

20 Avenue A

Thin crust and square pizzas anchor this East Village kitchen, with homemade pasta alongside them. Vegan and gluten free pizzas give friends with different preferences more options.

4.5 (1,274)

Tue – Thu, 17:00 – 21:30; Fri – Sun, 12:00 – 16:00, 17:00 – 22:30

179 Essex St, New York, NY 10002, USA

Indian sharing plates suit a meal with friends in this compact dining room. Generous portions and manageable music levels keep the focus on the table. Check reservations before choosing a dinner time.

4.6 (658)

Mon – Wed, Sun, 11:00 – 21:45; Thu – Sat, 11:00 – 22:00

20 1st Ave

Pho and generously filled banh mi define this East Village cafe. Sandwiches can be spiced to order, making it an inexpensive stop for friends choosing between a bowl and a sandwich.

4.9 (372)

Tue – Fri, Sun, 12:00 – 22:00; Sat, 11:00 – 22:00

80 2nd Ave

American comfort food meets Asian fusion cooking in a calm, spacious dining room. Kimchi burgers capture the crossover, while attentive service from the chef and hostess gives a meal here a personal feel.