Eating in New York? Find out where you need to go

Eating in New York at movie locations

It’s a well-known fact that the big apple has been the scene of many great films. Therefore, it’s no surprise to find out that there are restaurants to eat at where scenes from feature films have been filmed or even some that use a famous movie as their inspiration. Here we’ll tell you all about the best as well as the famous restaurants in New York City:

Bubba Gump

For movie lovers, especially Forrest Gump fans, Bubba and Forrest’s shrimprestaurant is definitely a must in NYC. Two years after the film was released, this dream came true. 

When you arrive at the restaurant you’ll be transported into the film. It’s decorated with tons of photographs and iconic objects allowing you to feel part of the cast. The TVs in the restaurant play the movie all the time, to refresh your memory. But don’t forget you’re there to enjoy some delicious seafood in this Times Square restaurant.

Katz's Delicatessen

This iconic restaurant is where the movie "When Harry met Sally" was filmed. Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan enjoyed a delicious meal in this place, including its famous Pastrami Sandwich. 

Its fame extends beyond the movie. Katz’s opened its doors more than a century ago and is a classic of New York City.

Pizza with a history

If you’re looking for a good pizza during your trip to NYC, don’t miss Lombardi's Pizza. It’s the first pizzeria in the United States. It opened in 1905 and gained recognition in the Pizza Hall of Fame for its years of work. 

Lombardi's is located in Manhattan’s Little Italy no less. With a great family environment, their specialties are, of course, pizza, but it’s also home to one of NYCs best calzones.

Find a celebrity in The Dutch

On the corner of SoHo, you’ll find The Dutch, a restaurant that’s renowned in NYC for its many celebrity visitors. Yet it’s not only famous for this, its dishes are classified as excellent, especially the oysters. 

In The Dutch delicious cocktails or a great brunch on Sunday are also on the menu, and if you are looking for a romantic location for a date during your trip in the city, this is definitely the restaurant.

Gray's Papaya

If you want to experience New York, you can’t leave the big apple without eating a hot dog. If you’re looking for the best and at a reasonable price. what better place to try it than Gray's Papaya? In addition to hot dogs, they’re known for their fruit shakes, especially the papaya shake, one of the best in the city!

These restaurants should be a must on your list of places to eat in New York. The city is full of options to suit all tastes. Don’t forget to visit Chelsea Market, where you’ll find typical burgers as well as Mexican and Asian food, together with many other types of food.