New York is a melting pot of different cultures and the finger-licking culinary treats you will experience here will have your taste buds begging for more. Apart from the star rated and fine dining restaurants, the sheer variety of New York street foods and cuisines from different parts of the world will always bring out that little foodie in you. You just won’t be able to resist the temptation to indulge.
There are lots of street food you can choose from, but this article discusses 7 of the best street food in NYC so that the next time you visit the big apple you know where to start. The only request is that you come with a good appetite and if you can, an empty belly! Below are the seven that made it to our list.
Waffles at Wafels and Dinges
Waffles have been famous in Europe for many decades. Their popularity has caught up with Americans too and they are now a favorite for many in the USA. The Wafels and Dinges trucks began operation in 2007 with one food truck and over time they increased in number and they now boast several food trucks moving around New York.
They allow you to choose your waffle shape before adding toppings or dinges of your choice. For the toppings, you can choose from strawberries, syrup, fudge, or whipped cream.
Since the food trucks move around the city, the vendor provides an online tracker that you can use to check their positions at any particular time.
Tracking them shouldn’t be a hectic affair since as a visitor you already have a means of movement. If not, you can always rent a car from the many car rental companies available to make your movement around New York easy. If you are in a group, there are many SUV and minivan rentals in the USA and for this matter New York so getting one to move around won’t be a difficult task.
Vegan Delicacies at the Cinnamon Snail
This food truck is among the highest-rated in New York. It started as a vegan specialty, but over the years introduced non-vegan specialties too. Its mouth-watering servings come in a wide variety that you can choose from. For decades now, Vegans can’t seem to get enough of the delicacies here. They are open every day between 11 am to 9 pm.
Ice Cream Sandwich from Melt Bakery
This Bakery specializes mainly in cookies and ice cream. Their handmade ice cream sandwich especially, is a favorite among New Yorkers. Their ice cream sandwiches are especially popular and you shouldn’t miss the chance to enjoy them while in New York.
Hot Dogs and Pretzels at Uncle Gussy’s
This is a famous hotdog and pretzels vendor in New York since the early 1970s. Over time they have also established themselves as a stop shop for Greek cuisine lovers. It is a family owned business and has had recipes passed down generations just to keep a smile on the faces of the people of New York. If you want to savor the best of Greek dishes visit them on weekdays in midtown Manhattan.
Chicken and Gyro
Many food trucks are offering this delicacy in New York Streets but few can match the tasty servings at Halal Guys. Visit Them downtown for a taste of what seems to be New York’s best kept secret, if the long queues at their cart are anything to go by.
Roasted Nuts at Nuts-4-Nuts
If you love your nuts then this is the place to visit. Their delicacies have been a staple among New Yorkers for decades now. Their founder, an Argentine, was inspired to start the business after roasted pralines were introduced in his native Argentina by the French. He loved them and decided to introduce them to New York.
His gamble paid off and you can now find their beautifully decorated carts all over New York. Their popular delicacies are honey-roasted almonds, coconuts, pecans, and peanuts.
Chosun Rice and Burritos at Korilla BBQ
For lovers of Korean cooking, Korilla BBQ has you covered. Their tasty Chosun rice and Korean-style burritos will keep you coming back. You have the option to customize to your liking as you make your order. They also give you the liberty to choose from their different fillings and sauces. Their food trucks keep changing positions throughout the day and you can monitor their position with the help of a tracker on their company website.
Conclusion
New York is world famous for its street food. Regardless of where you come from you will always get something that will excite your palate. From Asian cuisines to European cuisines and even African cuisines there’s always something for everyone. For foodies, New York offers the perfect opportunity to sample delicacies from across the globe. The next time you are in New York make sure you try the 7 discussed above and you will appreciate the other side of New York not known by many.
