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Where to Eat in NY: Guinness From Jon Barr
This guide turns I Tested NYC Street Food in Every Borough from Jon Barr into a practical restaurant map with 11 saved spots around New York, Staten Island, and Astoria. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and an island. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Jon Barr embarked on a mission to find the best street food across New York City's five boroughs, starting with high scores in the Bronx and Brooklyn. He was particularly impressed by the authentic Dominican chimis at Kasa del Saon and the high-quality jerk chicken from Thyme and Ginger. His most surreal moment was eating a full Irish breakfast from a food truck at 3:00 a.m. in the Bronx.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in New York.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 11 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
- Good Eats by Chef Izzy
Island in 1415 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314, USA, Staten Island, NY, United States
Price level: High - The Chipper Truck Cafe
Cafe in Yonkers, NY 10705, Yonkers, NY 10705 - Caesars Wines
Liquor Store in 6715 Bay Pkwy #6717, Brooklyn, NY 11204, USA, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Hours: Hours available - Flame Station Smoke House
Restaurant in Citi Bike 23 Ave &, 83rd St, East Elmhurst, NY 11369, USA, East Elmhurst, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - The Kitchen
American Restaurant in 163 Bank St, New York, NY 10014, USA, New York, NY, United States
Price level: Medium - Souvlaki by Nikos
Fast Food Restaurant in Astoria Park S, Astoria, NY 11102, USA, Astoria, NY, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - MOE EATS NYC
Restaurant in 120 W 49th St, New York, NY 10020, New York, NY 10020
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Red's Hotdog Stand
Island in 2775 Arthur Kill Rd, Staten Island, NY 10309, USA, Staten Island, NY, United States
Price level: Cheap - LuAnne's Wild Ginger
Asian Restaurant in 112 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Bronx Food Co
Restaurant in 2368 Hoffman St, Bronx, NY 10458, Hoffman St, Bronx, NY 10458
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Kache' Extension & Nail Salon Spa
Neighborhood in 1254 Beach Ave, Bronx, NY 10472, Beach Ave, Bronx, NY 10472
Food notes from the video
- Guinness
- Irish breakfast
- Blood pudding
- White pudding
- Spice bag
- Dominican chimi
- Tostones
- Jerk chicken
- 2 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- Visited the only Irish food truck in New York
- Met the Mexican owner of an Irish truck
- Ate street food in the Bronx and Brooklyn
- Ranked food trucks on a 1-10 scale
- Discovered a hidden gem Dominican truck
- Shared jerk chicken with a stranger in a car
- Waited in a long line for empanadas
- Filmed with friend Evan in the late night
Planning notes for New York
New York City, established as a Dutch trading post in 1624, contains a documented history of expansion and architectural development. By 2026, the city's historical heritage is preserved through landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, which served as a federal immigration station from 1892 to 1954. The city's architecture includes a variety of classifications: * Art Deco: Represented by the Chrysler Building (1930) and the Empire State Building (1931).
Must-try foods nearby
- Pastrami on Rye
The quintessential NYC deli staple, most famously served at Katz’s Delicatessen. It features thick, hand-carved slices of spice-rubbed. - Everything Bagel with Lox and Schmear
A New York breakfast icon. These are kettle-boiled then baked for a distinct chew, typically topped with a thick layer of cream cheese (schmear). - New York-Style Pizza Slice
Characterized by its large, wide slices with a thin, foldable crust that is crispy on the outside yet pliable. - Chopped Cheese
An authentic Harlem and Bronx bodega classic that has gone mainstream. It consists of ground beef, onions, and melted American cheese grilled together on a flat-top. - Halal Chicken and Rice Platter
The city's most famous street food, pioneered by The Halal Guys. It features yellow basmati rice topped with seasoned grilled chicken, pita bread, and the legendary.
When to go: The best months to visit New York are April to June and September to October, when the weather is mild (60°F–75°F) and the city’s parks are in full bloom or vibrant with fall foliage. While summer (July–August) and December are peak tourist seasons.
Local tips
- Use the OMNY contactless system to pay for subways and buses by tapping your phone or credit card at the turnstile.
- Always walk on the right side of the sidewalk and step to the side if you need to stop for photos or directions to avoid blocking foot traffic.
- Expect to tip between 18% and 22% at full-service restaurants, as 20% is the standard local norm for good service.
- Avoid entering a subway car that is completely empty when the rest of the train is crowded, as there is usually a reason for the vacancy.
What travelers are noticing
- Eco-packaging mandate: NYC street vendors are transitioning to compostable fiber containers and digital tipping ahead of the July 2026 styrofoam ban.
- Protein-dense street eats: A surge in 'macro-friendly' street food, with vendors like Adel’s Famous Halal and Brooklyn taco trucks becoming viral alternatives to traditional meal prep.
- Tiramisu-inspired treats: Bakeries and cafes like Tiger Lily Bistro are trending with novel formats like tiramisu lattes and 'scooped' towers.
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from I Tested NYC Street Food in Every Borough, with the creator video, a static map preview, and selected spots from the trip.
Can I save these spots?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save the places, keep planning notes, and revisit the guide from your phone.
Does this replace watching the video?
No. The video remains the source, and the map makes the places easier to scan, compare, and save while planning.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant 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.