Bronx

Old-school Belmont Italian deli for hot plates, stacked sandwiches, and housemade mozzarella.

Modern-rustic City Island tavern with a patio, great cocktails, and comfort-food plates.

Cozy Oaxacan spot with a lending library, great coffee, and local specialties.

Brick-walled Pelham Bay Italian-American spot for fresh gnocchi, scarpariello, and dessert.

Cozy Mott Haven café with great coffee, desserts, and a hidden rooftop deck.

Trendy Mott Haven spot mixing French-Mexican plates with standout cocktails and a patio.

Wood-fired pizzas, strong cocktails, and retro punk/hip-hop graffiti in Kingsbridge.

Old port–style Bronx tavern for Italian plates, deep wine list, and patio sips.

East Bronx counter-serve spot slinging authentic Mexican street tacos late into the night.

Cozy Kingsbridge café-wine bar for laptop mornings and candlelit glasses at night.

Cozy Parkchester taqueria for quick, satisfying Mexican plates from breakfast through late night.

Old-school Bronx slice spot with outdoor seats, late-night pies, and fast counter service.

Cozy Riverdale sushi spot with a quiet dining room, tea selection, and sushi bar.

Cozy Pelham Bay counter-serve pizzeria for quick slices, subs, and baked pastas.

Old-school Bronx pizzeria (since 1959) serving thin-crust slices in a cozy room.

Cozy, colorful Bronx Mexican spot with aguas frescas, a jukebox, and strong cocktails.

Arthur Ave Italian deli for hearty heroes, pasta-shop staples, and quick neighborhood meals.

Cozy Arthur Ave red-sauce trattoria for classic Southern Italian plates and a strong wine list.