Beli App in Greenpoint, New York: 1 Spot

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Planning notes for New York

Must-try foods in New York

• New York-Style Pizza
  New York-Style PizzaThe quintessential NYC slice: large, thin, and hand-tossed with a light layer of tomato sauce and full-fat mozzarella. It is traditionally served on a paper plate and folded in half to eat on the go. While Joe’s remains the gold standard for a 'regular' slice.
• Bagel with Lox and Schmear
  Bagel with Lox and SchmearNYC bagels are distinctive for being kettle-boiled before baking, resulting in a dense, chewy interior and a shiny, salt-flecked crust. The 'classic' order is an everything bagel with a heavy 'schmear' of cream cheese, translucent slices of lox (brined salmon), capers, and red onion. Russ & Daughters and Absolute Bagels are the perennial local favorites.
• Pastrami on Rye
  Pastrami on RyeA towering monument to Jewish deli culture, specifically at Katz’s Delicatessen. The pastrami is dry-cured, smoked, and steamed until it reaches a melt-in-your-mouth consistency, then hand-carved into thick slabs and served on seedless rye with a smear of spicy brown mustard and a side of half-sour pickles.
• Halal Cart Chicken and Rice
  Halal Cart Chicken and RiceThe definitive street food of the modern era. This dish consists of yellow basmati rice topped with chopped, spiced chicken (or gyro meat), iceberg lettuce, and pita. The secret is the 'white sauce'—a creamy, tangy mayo-based dressing—and a dangerously hot red sauce. The Halal Guys on 53rd and 6th started the craze.
• Chopped Cheese
  Chopped CheeseBorn in the bodegas of Harlem and the Bronx, this is the true 'insider' NYC sandwich. It consists of ground beef, onions, and melted American cheese chopped together on a griddle, then served on a hero roll with lettuce, tomato, and mayo. It is the city’s grittier, more localized answer to the Philly Cheesesteak.
• New York Cheesecake
  New York CheesecakeUnlike its fluffier counterparts, New York-style cheesecake is heavy, dense, and incredibly smooth, made with extra cream cheese and sometimes a touch of sour cream. Junior’s in Brooklyn has been the gatekeeper of the traditional recipe since 1950, though Eileen’s Special Cheesecake offers a slightly lighter, highly sought-after alternative.

Trip guide

• About New York
  About New YorkNew York City, located at the mouth of the Hudson River, is a major North American port and the most populous city in the United States. Established as a Dutch trading post in 1624, the settlement passed to British control in 1664 and served as the first capital of the United States under the Constitution.
• When to go
  When to goThe best months to visit New York are April to June and September to October, when the weather is mild and the city's parks are in bloom or vibrant with fall foliage. While summers are hot and humid and winters can be freezing with occasional snow, the holiday season in December remains a popular peak time for its festive atmosphere. For the lowest prices and fewest crowds, plan an off-peak trip during the cold months of January and February.
• Getting around
  Getting around New York

  • AirTrain and Subway/Rail From JFK or Newark (EWR), take the AirTrain to connect with the NYC Subway, Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), or NJ Transit for efficient travel into Manhattan.
  • MTA Subway and Bus System The 24-hour subway and bus network covers all five boroughs; use OMNY for contactless 'tap-to-pay' with a credit card or phone, benefiting from fare capping after 12 rides.
  • Yellow Taxis and Rideshares Hail iconic yellow cabs on the street or use apps like Uber, Lyft, and Curb for door-to-door service, especially useful for late-night travel or trips with heavy luggage.
• Local tips
  Local tips

  • Walk on the right side of the sidewalk and step to the edge near a building or curb if you need to stop to check your phone or take a photo.
  • Pay for subway and bus fares by tapping any contactless credit card or mobile wallet at the OMNY readers to avoid purchasing physical MetroCards.
  • Allow passengers to exit the subway car completely before you attempt to board and move toward the center of the car to keep the doors clear.
• What’s new
  What’s new in New York

  • The New Museum Expansion: A massive 60,000-square-foot OMA-designed addition on the Bowery featuring the 'New Humans' exhibition and a zero-waste restaurant.
  • The Hip Hop Museum: The long-awaited opening of the world's first major cultural institution dedicated to hip hop, located at Bronx Point.
• New York City Tourism + Conventions↗
  New York City Tourism + ConventionsThe official guide to Greenpoint, Brooklyn, provided by New York City's official destination marketing organization.