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Where to Eat in Manhattan, New York: Pastrami Sandwich
This guide turns UCUZ MU? PAHALI Mİ? from Ayhan Mortepe into a practical food map with 8 saved spots around Manhattan, Hempstead Tpke Ste, and Little Italy. The mapped places include a market, a museum, a neighborhood, and a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayhan Mortepe explored the diverse culinary landscape of New York, highlighting the city as a global melting pot where every culture's best food can be found. He was particularly impressed by the quality of the dough and cheese at Di Fara Pizza and the massive 450-gram pastrami sandwich. His journey balanced iconic landmarks like the 9/11 Memorial with vibrant food hubs like Chelsea Market.
What this map is good for
- Planning a neighborhood 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
- Little Italy
Neighborhood in Little Italy, New York, NY 10013, USA, Little Italy, New York, United States - Mission Ceviche
Peruvian Restaurant in 1400 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021, USA, New York, NY, United States - Grand Central Terminal
Train Station in 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Medium - Texas Roadhouse
Steak House in 2571 Hempstead Tpke Ste 100, East Meadow, NY 11554, Hempstead Tpke Ste, East Meadow, NY 11554
Price level: Medium - Di Fara Pizza
Pizza Restaurant in 1424 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY 11230, USA, Midwood, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Times Square
Plaza in Manhattan, NY 10036, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States - 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Museum in 180 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10007, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Chelsea Market
Market in 75 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Di Fara Pizza (chicken and pesto/cheese slices)
- Pastrami sandwich
- Chicken pesto sandwich
- Nata (Portuguese custard tart)
Experiences captured
- Visited Times Square in New York City
- Visited the 9/11 Memorial
- Checked grocery prices at a local market
- Explored residential areas outside the city center
- Ate at the famous Di Fara Pizza
- Took a $25 ferry to see Statue of Liberty
- Visited Grand Central Terminal
- Explored Chelsea Market near Google headquarters
Planning notes for New York
New York City is a geographic and cultural center established as a Dutch trading post named New Amsterdam in the early 17th century. It transitioned to British control in 1664 and served as the first capital of the United States from 1785 to 1790. The city's physical layout is defined by the 1811 Commissioner's Plan, which established the grid system of streets and avenues in Manhattan. The architectural landscape contains a high density of skyscrapers.
Must-try foods nearby
- Pastrami on Rye
The quintessential Jewish deli staple. Hand-carved, thick-cut pastrami, brined and smoked to melting tenderness, piled high on crusty rye bread with spicy brown mustard. - New York-Style Pizza (The Slice)
Defined by its wide, thin, hand-tossed crust that is crispy yet foldable. Topped with a balanced layer of tangy tomato sauce and high-moisture mozzarella. - Everything Bagel with Lox and Schmear
A NYC breakfast pillar. The bagel must be kettle-boiled then baked for a chewy interior and shiny crust. - Halal Chicken over Rice
The city's most iconic modern street food. It consists of yellow basmati rice topped with chopped grilled chicken (or gyro lamb), iceberg lettuce, and pita. - New York Cheesecake
Unlike its lighter counterparts, the NYC version is dense, smooth, and incredibly rich, made with extra cream cheese and sometimes heavy cream or sour cream.
When to go: The best times to visit New York City are from April to June and September to early November, when the weather is mild and the city’s parks are either in bloom or displaying vibrant fall foliage. While summer (July–August) is popular.
Local tips
- Treat sidewalks like highways by staying to the right and stepping aside completely if you need to stop for photos or directions.
- Always allow passengers to exit the subway car fully before you attempt to board and move toward the center of the car to make space.
- Tip a minimum of 18-20% at sit-down restaurants, as this is a standard local expectation rather than a bonus for exceptional service.
- Use the OMNY contactless system to pay for public transit by tapping your credit card or smartphone directly at the turnstiles.
What travelers are noticing
- FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zones: Massive watch parties and interactive 'Fan Villages' at Rockefeller Center and the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center for the tournament's final rounds.
- The Hip Hop Museum: The long-awaited grand opening of the first major cultural institution dedicated to the genre in its birthplace, the Bronx.
- JFK Terminal 6 & New Terminal One: The viral 'Phase One' reopening of New York’s primary international gateway, featuring high-tech gates, indoor greenspaces, and local art installations.
Extra place context
- Chelsea Market
Housed in the former National Biscuit Company factory, this iconic Meatpacking District destination remains a cornerstone for local and international foodies.
shopping
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 Ayhan Mortepe eat in Manhattan, New York?
This guide maps all 8 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Manhattan, New York.
What are the must-try foods in Manhattan, New York?
Creator picks from the video include Di Fara Pizza (chicken and pesto/cheese slices), Pastrami sandwich, Chicken pesto sandwich, Nata (Portuguese custard tart). 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.