AHA20 LAC Restaurant Recommendations

The Local Arrangements Committee has put together a list of nearby chain and local restaurants for attendees to grab a bite between sessions:

Dive 75 (101 W 75th St, New York, NY 10023)
Bar where board games, free candy, and a fish tank come with the beer.

Old John's Luncheonette (148 W 67th St, New York, NY 10023)
Classic American diner with burgers, salads, entrees, and more.

The Casbah (160 W 66th St, New York, NY 10023)
Halal truck serving fresh Middle Eastern budget snacks from falalfels to gyros and shish kebabs.

BONMi (150 W 62nd St, New York, NY 10023)
Busy counter serve specializing in build-you-rown Vietnamese sandwiches, noodle bowls, and salads.

Turn-Style Underground Market (1000 S 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019 )
Modern market in a subway station featuring independent shops and vendors for food, coffee, and sweets.

Deep Indian Kitchen (940 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Contemporary fast-food eatery offering build-your-own biryani and other Indian favorites.

Melt Shop (877 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Counter-service grilled cheese sandwich shop that also serves breakfast fare and tater tots.

Café Kabila (250 W 39th St, New York, NY 10018)
Daytime counter-serve providing breakfast and lunch eats, a hot buffet, and salad bar in a modren space.

North River Lobster Company (W 41st St, New York, 10036)
Part fish shack, part boat with seafoood and cocktails that sails around the Hudson a few times a day.

Alice's Tea Cup (102 W 73rd St, New York, NY 10023)
Literary-themed shop serving scones and sandwiches for teatime, ladies lunches, and birthday parties.

Bang Bar (10 Columbus Cir, New York, NY 10019)
Cashless Monofuku eatery that serves Korean-inspired wraps during the day only with limited seating.

Hummus Place (305 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023)
Minimalist eatery for kosher Israeli vegetarian fare, specializing in many varieties of hummus.

Sido Falafel and More (11 267 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023)
Tiny find offering a Middle Eastern menu with vegetarian options in basic digs with sidewalk seats.

Gray's Papaya (2090 Broadway, New York, NY 10023)
Chain of bargain all-night hot dog stands also serving tropical juices in a no-frills setting.

Little Italy Pizza (2047 Broadway, New York, NY 10023)
Branch of a local, 24/7 pizza chain turning out slices, pies, and calzones for carryout or delivery.

Nanoosh (2012 Broadway, New York, NY 10023)
Hummus, salads, and wraps are all on the menu at this informal Mediterranean counter-serve joint.

Empire Szechuan (193 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023)
Informal, contemporary Sichuan, Cantonese and Japanese eatery offering dine-in, takeout, or delivery.

Wok City (153 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023)
Homey take-out restaurant serving Chinese menu staples and lunch specials, with delivery available.

Beijing (860 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019)

Little take-out place with a wide-ranging menu of familiar Chinese soups, noodle dishes, and entrees.

Fluffy's Café and Pizzeria (370 W 58th St, New York, NY 10019)
Longtime casual spot for quick bites from pancakes to panini along with desserts and coffee.

Food King (694 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Unpretentious, counter-serve institution preparing traditional Chinese dishes to eat in or take out.

Pam Real Thai Food (404 W 49th St, New York, NY 10019)
Thai joint offering up an extensive menu of authentic eats in a modest, compact setting.

OUT Latin Food (710 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Basic storefront Pan-Latin steam-table outfit serving primarily Mexican eats, with limited seats.

Istanbul Kebab House (712 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
This simple halal restaurant serves Turkish and other Mediterranean specialties like kebabs and hummus.

Oaxaca Taqueria (405 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036)
Cheery, no-frills taqueria dishes out tacos, salsas, enchiladas, and other Mexican eats.

Jollibee (609 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018)
Philippines-based chain known for its burgers, fried chicken, spaghetti, and Filipino dishes.

2 Bros Pizza (557 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018)
NYC-based chain dishing up pizza by the slice and whole pies in bare-bones environs.

La Soleil (858 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Low-key establishment serving up African and Caribbean eats with an emphasis on Haitian fare.

Galaxy Diner (665 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036)
Classic comfort eats and free coffee refills are available 24/7 at this no-frills longtime diner.

Zoralie (449 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019)
Homestyle Dominican classics served in a cozy counter-serve with a few tables and a small patio.

Maoz (683 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036)
Middle Eastern vegetarian chain for counter-serve falafel and more, with serve-yourself toppings.

Wok to Walk (570 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018)
Compact counter-serve eatery with made-to-order stir-fries, including vegan and vegetarian options.

Ocean Dragon (877 10th Ave #2, New York, NY 10019)
Humble eatery with wood-carved wall fixtures for basic Cantonese stir-fry and noodles.

Freddie and Pepper's (303 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023)
Pizzeria where hot pies (including whole-wheat and vegan options) and late hours keep business busy.

Columbus Gourmet Food (261 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023)
Basic counter-serve deli with indoor and outdoor seats, serving pizza, sandwiches, and bakery items.

Café 71 (2061 Broadway #1, New York, NY 10023)
No-nonsense corner counter serve with a menu that ranges from homemade soups and panini to pizzas.

Just Salad (2056 Broadway, New York, NY 10023)
Customized salads, wraps, smoothies are the specialties of this counter-service chain.

Sweetgreen (311 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023)
Locavore-friendly counter-serve chain specializing in organic salads, soup, and bowls.

Justino's Pizza (881 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Simple, counter-serve spot dispensing familiar and creative pies as well as hearty Italian fare.

Fresco Tortillas (858 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Simple, counter-serve spot for Tex-Mex fare served on tortillas made from scratch and baked in-house.

Moe's Southwest Grill (1029A 6th Ave, New York, NY 10018)
Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environs.

Desi Deli Indian Restaurant (724 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Casual, compact Indian eatery offering a large menu, including breakfast, plus packaged goods to-go.

El Rancho Burritos (359 W 45th St #1611, New York, NY 10036)
Modest counter-serve joint featuring a variety of standard Mexican dishes and a warm seating area.

Amy's Bread (672 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036)
Bakery/cafe offering artisanal breads, sandwiches, pastries and beverages to eat in or take home.

Famous Halal Food (Food Truck) (501-513 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036)
Quick bite, casual, fast service.

Blu Café (120 Riverside Blvd, New York, NY 10069)
This contemporary cafe serves up espresso, baked goods, sandwiches, smoothies, and salads.

Patzeria Perfect Pizza (311 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036)
Neopolitan pizza, heros, pastas and more hearty Italian food is served at this no-frills joint.

Coney Shack (Broadway plaza between 42 &, W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036)
South Asian comfort food.

Baker's Pizza (754 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Pizza restaurant.

Rex (864 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Pour-over coffee, espresso drinks, and sandwiches are found at this chill cafe with a wall of windows.

Bolivian Llama Party (1000 S 8th Ave Suite 5.5 Underground @ the corner of 57th st and, 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Traditional Bolivian salteñas are the the specialty at this lively and compact restaurant.

Tacos y Quesadillas Mexico (924 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Street vendor.

Burger Joint (119 West 56th )
No-frills burgers hidden in the lobby of an upsacle hotel.

Halal Guys (West 53rd Street)
Pioneers in Halal cart fast food.

Xi'an Famous (37 West 54th)
Spicy hand-ripped noodles and chinese style burgers.

Yakitori Totto (251 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019)
Japanese style Yakitori skewers and sake bar.

Astro Diner (1361 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019)
Classic, longtime NYC diner.

PJ Clarke's (44 W 63rd St, New York, NY 10023 / original location at 915 3rd Avenue)
Outpost of classic NYC pub.

Bouchon Bakery (1 Rockefeller Plaza / 10 Columbus Circle)
Soups, sandwiches, coffee and pasties from acclaimed chef Thomas Keller.

The Plaza Food Hall (1 West 59th Street)
Lower-level food court at the Plaza Hotel: sit down or take out.

Dining Concourse at Grand Central Terminal (89 East 42nd Street)
Wide array of local dining options within historic Grand Central Terminal.

Serafina (2 locations in midtown: Broadway & 54th / 224 West 49th)
Sit down italian specialzing in pizza - with wine and cocktails.