Travel video guide
Where to Eat in Manhattan, New York: Banana Pudding
This guide turns NYC Top 10 Foods 2022 from Brett Conti into a practical restaurant map with 8 saved spots around Manhattan and Astoria. The mapped places include a restaurant stop, a bakery stop, a bar, and a cafe stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Brett Conti shares his top ten favorite dining spots in New York City, ranging from iconic Harlem soul food to a massive sandwich in Astoria. He highlights unique finds like the world's first oat milk soft serve and a chocolate chip cookie he considers one of the best on the planet. His selection emphasizes a diverse mix of classic institutions and specific signature dishes across the city's many neighborhoods.
What this map is good for
- Planning an american restaurant 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
- Bar Pitti
Italian Restaurant in 268 6th Ave, New York, NY 10014, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Sylvia's Restaurant
Bar in 328 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10027, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Culture Espresso
Coffee Shop in 72 W 38th St, New York, NY 10018, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Magnolia Bakery
Bakery in 401 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10014, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Sal, Kris & Charlie's Deli
Sandwich Shop in 33-12 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105, USA, Astoria, New York, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Village Square Pizza
Pizza Restaurant in 147 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Au Cheval
American Restaurant in 33 Cortlandt Alley, New York, NY 10013, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - King Souvlaki
Greek Restaurant in 31st Street and, 31st Ave, Astoria, NY 11106, USA, Astoria, New York, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- banana pudding
- rigatoni pity
- the bomb sandwich
- lamb gyro
- Korean barbecue
- oat milk soft serve ice cream
- chicken and waffles
- pepperoni with hot honey pizza slice
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- visited Au Cheval in Tribeca
- ate at Magnolia Bakery in West Village
- dined at Bar Pity
- visited Sal Kris and Charlie's in Astoria
- tried King Souvlaki's street food
- experienced Korean barbecue in K-Town
- visited Sylvia's in Harlem
- stopped by Culture Espresso in Midtown
Planning notes for New York
The Garment District, situated in Midtown Manhattan between Fifth and Ninth Avenues and 34th and 42nd Streets, serves as a center for the American fashion industry. Historically, the area developed in the early 20th century when manufacturing moved from the Lower East Side to Midtown to be closer to department stores and transportation hubs like Penn Station. The architectural landscape consists of commercial loft buildings constructed primarily between 1920 and 1930. These structures.
Must-try foods nearby
- Legendary Mutton Chop at Keens Steakhouse
A Garment District icon since 1885, this massive, 26-ounce saddle of mutton is arguably the most famous single dish in the neighborhood. - Chocolate Chip Cookies from Culture Espresso
Consistently ranked as the best cookie in New York City, these are baked fresh throughout the day on 38th Street. - Pastrami on Rye from 2nd Ave Deli
Located on 33rd Street, this legendary kosher deli is a cornerstone of the area. Their pastrami is cured for weeks, smoked to perfection. - Hand-Rolled Rainbow Bagels at Liberty Bagels
A favorite for both commuters and fashion workers, these vibrant, multi-colored bagels are hand-rolled and kettle-boiled. - Spicy Cumin Lamb Noodles at Xi'an Famous Foods
These wide, hand-pulled 'biang biang' noodles are a staple for the district's lunch crowd.
When to go: The best times to visit the Garment District are during the shoulder seasons of April to June and September to early November.
Local tips
- Plan your visits for weekdays between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, as many wholesale fabric and trim shops are closed on weekends.
- Walk with purpose and avoid stopping abruptly in the middle of the sidewalk to check maps or take photos, as this is a major local faux pas.
- Look for fabric stores on upper floors of commercial buildings, as many of the best shops are not at street level and require using a freight or passenger elevator.
- Expect to tip 20% at sit-down restaurants and fold your pizza slice lengthwise if eating on the go to blend in with local customs.
What travelers are noticing
- The Gyro Project: Viral fast-fine Greek expansion featuring authentic Greek frozen yogurt and modern gyros.
- 260's New York: A trending 'hidden gem' coffee shop known for its divine quesillo dessert and vintage vinyl atmosphere.
- World Fashion Exhibition 2026: A major sustainable eco-couture event in neighboring Times Square influencing local Garment District fashion tours.
Extra place context
- Culture Espresso
Widely regarded by locals as the home of the best chocolate chip cookie in New York City. These cookies are baked fresh throughout the day and served warm, featuring a crispy exterior and a gooey.
food and Chocolate Chip Cookies from Culture Espresso
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 Brett Conti 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 banana pudding, rigatoni pity, the bomb sandwich, lamb gyro. 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 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.