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Where to Eat in New York and Pennsylvania: Cherry Coke
This guide turns 4 MUST EAT Philly Cheesesteaks in NYC! from Jeremy Jacobowitz into a practical food map with 8 saved spots around Manhattan, South Philadelphia, and Bella Vista. The mapped places include a sandwich shop, a bakery stop, a city park, and a deli. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Jeremy Jacobowitz embarked on a mission to prove that New York City offers cheesesteaks that rival those in Philadelphia. Despite the sweltering 90-degree heat making his bike tour difficult, he was particularly impressed by the elevated version at Mama's Too, noting its exceptional bread and house-made white cheddar sauce. He concluded that while traditional spots like Rocco's offer a solid 'working man's meal,' the city's culinary scene has successfully evolved the classic sandwich.
What this map is good for
- Planning a sandwich shop stop or short itinerary in Manhattan.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 8 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Fedoroff's Roast Pork
Sandwich Shop in 178 N 10th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA, Williamsburg, New York, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Mama's TOO! Pizzeria West Village
Pizza Restaurant in 325 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10014, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Geno's Steaks
Fast Food Restaurant in 1219 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA, South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Sarcone's Bakery
Bakery in 758 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA, Bella Vista, Pennsylvania, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Tompkins Square Park
City Park in E 10th St, New York, NY 10009, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Rocco's Italian Sausages & Cheese Steaks
Sandwich Shop in 50-10 Northern Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101, USA, Long Island City, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Pat's King of Steaks
Steak House in 1237 Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA, South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Danny's Deli-cious!
Deli in 37 W Broad St #50, Columbus, OH 43215, USA, Uptown District, Ohio, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Rocco's cheesesteak with onions and peppers
- Cherry Coke
- Mama's Too cheesesteak on seeded semolina hero
Experiences captured
- Biked between food stops in sweltering heat
- Visited a Home Depot parking lot food stand
- Researched the history of Philadelphia cheesesteaks
- Ate at Federoff's Roast Pork in Brooklyn
- Visited Mama's Too in the West Village
- Interacted with construction workers about food recommendations
- Ranked four different New York City cheesesteaks
Planning notes for New York
New York City, located at the mouth of the Hudson River, was established as the Dutch trading post of New Amsterdam in 1624 before coming under English control in 1664. The city’s historical heritage is preserved through landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, which served as the primary federal immigration station from 1892 to 1954. The architectural landscape of the city includes a variety of historical styles. The 18th-century English Georgian influence is visible in public buildings.
Must-try foods nearby
- New York Style Thin-Crust Pizza
The ultimate city icon, characterized by large, hand-tossed thin crusts that are crisp yet flexible enough to be folded in half. - Everything Bagel with Scallion Cream Cheese and Lox
A quintessential NYC breakfast consisting of a malt-boiled, hand-rolled bagel encrusted with garlic, onion, poppy seeds, and salt. - Bacon, Egg, and Cheese (BEC) on a Roll
The undisputed king of the New York bodega. This sandwich features fried eggs, crispy bacon, and melted American cheese on a soft kaiser roll. - Pastrami on Rye
A Jewish deli classic featuring piles of hand-carved, spice-rubbed, and smoked brisket served on seeded rye bread with spicy brown mustard. - The Chopped Cheese
Originating in Upper Manhattan and Bronx bodegas, this cult favorite consists of ground beef, onions, and melted cheese chopped together on a grill and served with lettuce, tomato.
When to go: The best times to visit New York are during the shoulder seasons of late April to early June and September to October, when the weather is mild and the city is most walkable. While summer (July–August) is peak for tourism despite high humidity.
Local tips
- Download the OMNY app or use a contactless credit card to tap-and-go for all subway and bus fares.
- Walk on the right side of the sidewalk and step to the side if you need to stop or check your phone.
- Expect to tip between 18% and 22% at sit-down restaurants as it is a standard social requirement.
- Stay aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings secure, especially in crowded tourist hubs and transit stations.
What travelers are noticing
- Charlotte Patisserie Chelsea: The viral Greenpoint bakery's first Manhattan outpost, trending for its 'Duet' hazelnut crunch cake and old-world French confections.
- Sourdough Pastry Innovation: A surge in 'sourdoughnuts' and fermented viennoiserie, with bakeries like Radio Bakery and the new Bar Ferdinando leading the trend of using long-fermentation for sweet pastries.
- Mangia NYC Spring Tart Collection: A viral seasonal launch featuring experimental flavor mashups like Peach Earl Grey Pistachio and Pistachio Matcha Raspberry.
Extra place context
- Mama’s TOO!
Known for: New York Style Thin-Crust Pizza. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and New York Style Thin-Crust Pizza
Official tourism resource
The official destination marketing organization and visitor guide for the five boroughs of New York City, including Manhattan.
Planning questions
Where did Jeremy Jacobowitz eat in New York and Pennsylvania?
This guide maps all 8 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in New York and Pennsylvania.
What are the must-try foods in New York and Pennsylvania?
Creator picks from the video include Rocco's cheesesteak with onions and peppers, Cherry Coke, Mama's Too cheesesteak on seeded semolina hero. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.