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Where to Eat in Manhattan, New York: Plain Croissant From Eater | Varedelo
This guide turns Andy Samberg and Kate McKinnon Crack Each Other Up During a Chaotic Lunch — Let's Do Lunch from Eater into a practical restaurant map with 4 saved spots around Manhattan. The mapped places include a deli and a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Eater hosted actors Kate McKinnon and Andy Samberg at Raph's NYC to discuss their culinary preferences and their film The Roses. The duo enjoyed a variety of high-end pastries and savory dishes while debating whether London or Tokyo is the superior food city. The experience was defined by the pair's comedic chemistry and their genuine enthusiasm for local New York staples like Xi'an Famous Foods.
What this map is good for
- Planning a fine dining 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 4 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
- The Musket Room
Fine Dining Restaurant in 265 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10012, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Very expensive
Hours: Hours available - Katz's Delicatessen
Deli in 205 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Raf's
Restaurant in 290 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10012, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Cafe Himalaya
Tibetan Restaurant in 78 E 1st St, New York, NY 10009, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- plain croissant
- chocolate croissant with cacao nibs
- hazelnut blackberry tart
- fennel salad with peaches
- leeks vinaigrette with stracciatella
- French omelette with trout roe
- soft scramble with sourdough
- caramelized white chocolate budino
Experiences captured
- dined at Raph's in New York City
- interviewed by Eater at a restaurant
- met with Chef Mary and Chef Kamari
- discussed favorite New York City restaurants
- debated the best food cities globally
- promoted their movie The Roses
- shared stories about Saturday Night Live
- learned the culinary definition of dragee
Planning notes for New York
Manhattan, the central borough of New York City, occupies a 22.8-square-mile island situated at the junction of the Hudson and East Rivers. Established as New Amsterdam in 1624, the area contains a concentration of historical landmarks, including Federal Hall, where George Washington was inaugurated in 1789, and Fraunces Tavern.
Must-try foods nearby
- Pastrami on Rye
The quintessential Manhattan icon, best experienced at Katz's Delicatessen. It features thick, hand-carved slabs of spice-rubbed. - New York Style Pizza Slice
A thin-crust, wide-slice marvel designed to be folded. While Joe's is the classic, 2026 trends favor the 'New-School' slice at Scarr’s Pizza. - Everything Bagel with Lox and Schmear
A traditional Jewish-style boiled bagel from institutions like Russ & Daughters. It is typically loaded with scallion cream cheese, Gaspe Nova smoked salmon, capers, and red onion. - Bacon, Egg, and Cheese (BEC) on a Roll
The lifeblood of Manhattan breakfast culture. This bodega staple consists of two fried eggs, American cheese, and crispy bacon on a buttered, toasted Kaiser roll. - Chicken over Rice (Halal Cart Style)
A legendary street food platter popularized by Adel’s Famous and The Halal Guys. It consists of yellow basmati rice, seasoned chopped chicken, a pita, and the secret.
When to go: The best times to visit Manhattan are from April to June and September to October, when mild temperatures (50°F–75°F) make the city highly walkable and parks are in bloom or vibrant with fall foliage. Peak tourist seasons occur during the hot.
Local tips
- Always walk on the right side of the sidewalk and pull over to the side if you need to stop to check a map or take a photo.
- When using the subway, let passengers exit the car completely before you attempt to board and move to the center to keep the doors clear.
- Expect to tip between 18% and 22% at sit-down restaurants, as this is the standard social expectation for service in the city.
- Stand on the right side of escalators to allow those in a hurry to pass you on the left.
What travelers are noticing
- Sirrah: A moody, maximalist French concept in the Meatpacking District that has become a viral dinner destination for its four-course prix-fixe and late-night scene.
- Or'Esh: Chef Nadav Greenberg’s new Mediterranean spot in SoHo, trending for its creative tasting menu featuring standout dishes like sliced tuna and house-made bagels.
- The Eighty Six: A speakeasy-style dining room in the West Village gaining significant buzz for its intimate atmosphere and signature tuna and caviar opener.
Extra place context
- Katz's Delicatessen
Known for: Pastrami on Rye. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Pastrami on Rye
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from Andy Samberg and Kate McKinnon Crack Each Other Up During a Chaotic Lunch — Let's Do Lunch, 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.