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Where to Eat in Manhattan, New York: Three Cheese Pizza From Jon Barr | Varedelo
This guide turns I Tested the Cheapest Meal in the 5 Richest Cities from Jon Barr into a practical food map with 7 saved spots around Manhattan, Centennial, and East New York. The mapped places include a corporate office, a department store, 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
Jon Barr attempted to find meals for under ten dollars in America's wealthiest neighborhoods, ranging from New York City to Palm Beach. He was particularly impressed by the nostalgic atmosphere of Greens Pharmacy, where he found a budget-friendly breakfast amidst billionaire estates. His journey highlighted the stark contrast between extreme local wealth and the disappearing culture of affordable 'dollar' food staples.
What this map is good for
- Planning a corporate office stop or short itinerary in Manhattan.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 7 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
- Woolworth Building
Premise in Woolworth Bldg, New York, NY 10007, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States - Saks Fifth Avenue
Department Store in 611 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Very expensive
Hours: Hours available - Zareen's
Pakistani Restaurant in 2039 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063, USA, Centennial, California, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Tribeca
Neighborhood in Tribeca, New York, NY, USA, Tribeca, New York, United States - Green Pharmacy
Pharmacy in 567 Sutter Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207, USA, East New York, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Verizon Corporate Headquarters
Corporate Office in 1095 6th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - $1.50 Fresh Pizza
Pizza Restaurant in 1723 Broadway, New York, NY 10019, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- three cheese pizza
- pizza with hot sauce
- one scrambled egg
- home fries
- sauteed spinach
- whole wheat toast with butter
Experiences captured
- walked cobblestone streets in Tribeca
- visited a budget New York pizza shop
- explored luxury real estate in Palm Beach
- dined at a historic pharmacy lunch counter
- shopped for sunscreen and alcohol in a pharmacy
- toured high-end retail areas in Greenwich
- viewed a twenty million dollar mansion
- visited a roadside burger stand
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.
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from I Tested the Cheapest Meal in the 5 Richest Cities, 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 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.