2. Russ & Daughters
9.3
179 E Houston St (btwn Allen & Orchard St), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · Lower East Side · 423 tips and reviews
Hector: Lives up to the hype - this location is not for sitting, take out only. Head over to Orchard St spot, but prepare to wait. Get the Classic Sandwich!
Harrison Johnson: Get the classic sandwich with Scottish lox and everything on it, if the bagels are fresh that day no need to toast- be prepared to wait in line !
Hannah GM: Amazing smoked fish and other appetizing specialities. Try the Gaspe Nova and belly lox, and don't forget to grab some pickles and whitefish salad (or their wasabi roe!) to go with it.
3. Kossar's Bialys
8.3
367 Grand St (btwn Essex & Norfolk St), New York, NY
Bagel Shop · Lower East Side · 69 tips and reviews
Nicole Formica: The classic sandwich is fantastic. Lox, tomato, red onion, capers and EVERYTHING CREAM CHEESE.
Adrienne Cooper: You have your bagels, and then your bialys. They're both delicious and classically New York! Enjoy with your favorite shmear!
Cory: Get there EARLY on a Sunday morning and walk home while you finish off a hot Pletzel ("board.") Read more.
5. Despaña
9.1
408 Broome St (btwn Lafayette & Centre St), New York, NY
Spanish Restaurant · SoHo · 288 tips and reviews
Congorock: Try Despana classic sandwich.. Delicious!
Dens: This is quickly turning into my go-to lunch spot. Any of the bocadillos rival what you'd find in Barcelona. Also, you could fill yourself up on FREE SAMPLES of chorizo & cheese alone - amuse bouche!
Noah Weiss: The picante is spicy and delicious. Chorizo with Basque peppers, tomatoes, a soft cheese, and a healthy dose of olive oil on a big crusty ciabatta.
7. Milano Market
8.9
1582 3rd Ave (at E 89th St), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · Upper East Side · 43 tips and reviews
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍: Milano Markets are Italy within NYC type of gourmet shops. There's all sorts of Italian goodness here(sandwiches/salads/pastas/deli). This spot in the UES is great to grab snacks & eat at Central Park
Deep Gujral: Make a custom sandwich from the fresh meats such as black Angus steak, country ham, or pastrami!! Amazing!
Matt H: Best chicken cutlets, meatballs and broccoli rab I've ever had.
11. Bagel Bob's
8.2
1641 York Ave (at 86th St), New York, NY
Bagel Shop · Yorkville · 59 tips and reviews
Brian Barrett: Best bagels/eggs is the area. Real midtown Manhattan breakfast
David D: Who is the jackass that just ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese on a roll?! Everything bagel all the way!
Becca M: I have been going to bagel bobs for 7 years and they have yet to disappoint with anything. The bacon egg and cheese is the best and they have by far the most friendly staff EVER.
13. Katz's Delicatessen
9.0
205 E Houston St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Lower East Side · 1446 tips and reviews
Anthony S.: Try the Pastrami on Rye with Brown Mustard - Now that's a #classic sandwich!!
Ondrej Sedlacek: The must do, legendary pastrami sandwich joint of NYC. Rueben or the classic with pastrami instead or corned beef is the way to go. It’s huge! ideally share one between two. 10/10.
Travel Channel: Pastrami On Rye With Brown Mustard: A thing of unparalleled beauty. Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations
15. The Amish Market
8.0
240 E 45th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave.), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Turtle Bay · 75 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: One of our favorite markets in the city, but also a great take-out lunch place with yummy sandwiches – try the Fresh Turkey with Brie. Coffee is top notch too!
Saif: This market got everything that u need!! Organic and Fresh
Marcin Kuc: If you like brick oven pizza, Bianca Spinaca Pizza is a must!