NYC Restaurants by Borough From Seafood Tacos to Free Pasta

4.8 (337)

Mon – Fri, 11:00 – 17:00

601 Lexington Avenue

Sustainably sourced seafood inside The Hugh at 601 Lexington Avenue runs from fish tacos and Cajun salmon burgers to mahi-mahi sandwiches and shrimp skewers. Coastal wines and craft beer pour in a small, clean marketplace space. Open weekdays 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

4.8 (295)

Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 22:30

2236 Forest Avenue

Pakistani and Indian comfort food on Staten Island's Forest Avenue centers on rich nihari, haleem and spicy potato parathas. Visitors praise inexpensive prices and attentive hospitality in a tidy, well-kept room, and takeout orders leave carefully packed.

4.6 (47)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 14:00

120-21 Jamaica Ave

Homestyle diner classics arrive on paper plates at this Richmond Hill spot, where a veteran chef cooks each order behind the counter in a small room with retro '80s character. The cheeseburger earns praise for its authentic taste. Open daily 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

4.5 (817)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:30 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:30 – 01:00 (+1)

2389 Arthur Ave

Italian and Mexican menus stay separate at this Bronx Little Italy restaurant on Arthur Ave, where buying two drinks brings free pasta such as penne alla vodka. Cocktails run strong, the room leans speakeasy, a backyard patio adds outdoor seating, and portions leave leftovers.