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Top 36 Restaurants in New York
byJulia S
Live update: Updated August 9, 2021Copy link
Copy link1. Magnolia Bakery (UWS)
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Tiffany WoodsCertified by R. Yaakov Spivak/UKS
2. Magnolia Bakery (Bloomingdales)
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Julia SCertified by R. Yaakov Spivak/UKS
3. Magnolia Bakery (Theater District)
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Emy MooreCertified by R. Yaakov Spivak/UKS
4. Magnolia Bakery (West Village)
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Tiffany WoodsCertified by R. Yaakov Spivak/UKS
5. Magnolia Bakery (Grand Central)
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Joshua KaufmanCertified by R. Yaakov Spivak/UKS
6. Da Marino
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreEarly in Carrie and Big's relationship, the duo visit this Italian restaurant, where Big serenades Carrie over dinner. Chris Noth, the actor who portrays Big, is a regular. Source: https://www.citypass.com/articles/new-york/iconic-new-york-sitcoms-interactive-map
7. Saxon + Parole
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreGirls: Season 4 Ep 8 Shoshanna and Scott’s first date. They spot celebs at the bar. Sourcs: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-filming-locations-from-hbos-girls/
8. Peter Luger Steak House
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SGirls: Season 2 EP 4 Jessa meets Thomas John’s parents and it’s a disaster; after they have a massive fight and break up. Sourcs: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-filming-locations-from-hbos-girls/
9. budahkan
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanRecommended this place!
10. McGee's pub
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreMacLaren's: McGee’s Pub on 55th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue is the real-life inspiration for one of the most iconic bars in the history of TV shows: MacLaren’s Pub from How I Met Your Mother. The creators of the show used to come here for drinks and were inspired by the atmosphere to create a similar version for their sitcom. Head there on Monday evening and watch an episode of H.I.M.Y.M. while enjoying a Suit Up Sandwich and a Robin Sparkles Cocktail. If you are lucky, you will get a table at one of the booths and feel like Ted, Barney, Robin, Marshall and Lily. Even if you are not a huge fan of the show, you will still be able to enjoy their superb food and affordable drinks. The cast of the show used to come here too at least once a year for a huge party. Source: https://www.backstreetnomad.com/must-see-tv-movie-locations-nyc/
11. The Original Soup Kitchen
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SSeinfeld: Al’s Soup Kitchen, the restaurant that inspired the infamous “Soup Nazi” episode is featured in both tours. The well-known character of the soup Nazi who is most known for yelling “No soup for you!” to both Elaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) and George (Jason Alexander) is actually based on Al, the true owner of the restaurant. Since being featured in Seinfeld popularity has exploded. Source: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-tv-movie-locations-in-new-york-city/
12. Butter Midtown
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanLocated in Midtown, Butter was mentioned a few times in Gossip Girl during the first and second seasons. It was one of Blair and Serena's favorite restaurants. Source: https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/television/15-iconic-nyc-spots-from-your-favorite-tv-shows
13. Roberta's Pizza & Bakery
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SAhhh.. I remember this episode
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14. Tom’s Restaurant
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Haim ZilbershatsLovely Place😊😊Julia SSeinfeld: Tom’s Restaurant played the part of Monk’s Cafe, the diner where the gang regularly gathered. The interior scenes of the diner were filmed on set in California, but the bright red and blue “Restaurant” sign outside the diner will be familiar to fans. Source: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-tv-movie-locations-in-new-york-city/
15. Cafe Grumpy
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreRay and Hannah work at the Greenpoint Grumpy as baristas and it becomes a regular spot on the show. Thanks to the exposure from Girls, Café Grumpy now serves their brew to grumpy coffee-enthusiasts at eight locations all around the City. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
16. Katz's Delicatessen
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanWalking around New York can make you hungry, so a stop at Katz's Delicatessen is a must. The restaurant is the setting for the legendary scene from When Harry Met Sally, where Sally, played by Meg Ryan, really expresses herself. Source: https://www.mic.com/articles/180865/your-self-guided-tour-to-the-top-10-movie-and-tv-filming-locations-in-nyc
17. Cafe Grumpy
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreRay and Hannah work at the Greenpoint Grumpy as baristas and it becomes a regular spot on the show. Thanks to the exposure from Girls, Café Grumpy now serves their brew to grumpy coffee-enthusiasts at eight locations all around the City. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
18. Murals on 54
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Tiffany WoodsGirls: Season 1, EP 1. Where it all began! Hannah’s parents reveal they’re cutting her off over dinner here. Sourcs: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-filming-locations-from-hbos-girls/
19. Café Grumpy - Greenpoint
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanRay and Hannah work at the Greenpoint Grumpy as baristas and it becomes a regular spot on the show. Thanks to the exposure from Girls, Café Grumpy now serves their brew to grumpy coffee-enthusiasts at eight locations all around the City. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
20. Minetta Tavern
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Tiffany WoodsMere blocks from Washington Square Park, Peggy and her boyfriend Abe ate at this restaurant and bar in season 5, episode 7. Peggy thought Abe was going to propose to her, but really he just wanted to move in together. Make a reservation and enjoy a filling meal, or save up and split the $145 Dry Aged Côte de Boeuf for two with a friend or your non-committal significant other. Source: https://nyulocal.com/the-mad-men-fans-guide-to-new-york-city-3f80bc8cb7e
21. The Loeb Boathouse
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreKnown for its romantic vibe, it is no surprise that Carrie and Big found themselves taking a spontaneous dip in the water after eating in the restaurant. Source: https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/television/15-iconic-nyc-spots-from-your-favorite-tv-shows
22. Cafe Grumpy
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanRay and Hannah work at the Greenpoint Grumpy as baristas and it becomes a regular spot on the show. Thanks to the exposure from Girls, Café Grumpy now serves their brew to grumpy coffee-enthusiasts at eight locations all around the City. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
23. Cafe Grumpy
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanRay and Hannah work at the Greenpoint Grumpy as baristas and it becomes a regular spot on the show. Thanks to the exposure from Girls, Café Grumpy now serves their brew to grumpy coffee-enthusiasts at eight locations all around the City. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
24. Cafe Grumpy
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreRay and Hannah work at the Greenpoint Grumpy as baristas and it becomes a regular spot on the show. Thanks to the exposure from Girls, Café Grumpy now serves their brew to grumpy coffee-enthusiasts at eight locations all around the City. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
25. Meow Parlour
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Tiffany WoodsGirls: Season 5 EP 5 The “kitty cafe” where Shosh works. Her former boss Abigail runs into her there and thinks it’s a “sex hut.” Sourcs: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-filming-locations-from-hbos-girls/
26. The Monkey Bar
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanFeatured on Sex and the City, Gossip Girl, and Mad Men, this old fashioned, vintage bar has hit the trifecta, and definitely aims to please. Source: https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/television/15-iconic-nyc-spots-from-your-favorite-tv-shows
27. Harding's
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreGirls: Season 5, Ep 2 Elijah meets Dill here after blowing off Hannah’s dad’s “gay butt sex emergency.” Outside he’s convinced he blew it, but then Dill’s car pulls up… Sourcs: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-filming-locations-from-hbos-girls/
28. Eleven Madison Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreSpeaking of Carrie and Big, Eleven Madison Park is where he tells her he's engaged. Not the most romantic air left after that, but if you're a fan of passionate heartbreak...this is the upscale restaurant for you. Source: https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/television/15-iconic-nyc-spots-from-your-favorite-tv-shows
29. Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SGo slurp some oysters down at this historic restaurant where Don and Roger dine for lunch in season 1, episode 7. And if you’re feeling even more adventurous, hop on a MetroNorth Hudson line train to Ossining and reenact Don’s commute home from work in Mad Men’s very first episode. Source: https://nyulocal.com/the-mad-men-fans-guide-to-new-york-city-3f80bc8cb7e
30. Cafe Grumpy
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreRay and Hannah work at the Greenpoint Grumpy as baristas and it becomes a regular spot on the show. Thanks to the exposure from Girls, Café Grumpy now serves their brew to grumpy coffee-enthusiasts at eight locations all around the City. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
31. P.J. Clarke's
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanDidn't catch this restaurant's specials during Mad Men Dining Week? PJ Clarke's holds more significance to Mad Men than just that week. Here is where the younger Sterling Cooperites celebrated Peggy's writing achievement. Source: https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/television/15-iconic-nyc-spots-from-your-favorite-tv-shows
32. Gray's Papaya
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SSeinfeld; “The Movie” appisode, 1992. Kramer and Elaine head to the movies – which of course sounds simpler then it was. Desperate for a treat that isn’t a “movie hot dog” Kramer heads across the street (from the current AMC Loews) to Gray’s Papaya for what he deems is a hot dog “better than filet mignon.” Source: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-tv-movie-locations-in-new-york-city/
33. Cafe Mogador Williamsburg
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Tiffany WoodsGirls: Season 4 EP 6 Hannah, Marnie, Shosh, Jessa, and Elijah talk about their futures. Hannah decides to teach. Sourcs: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-filming-locations-from-hbos-girls/
34. Sardi's
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreThis restaurant is a theater district staple where Don Draper meets Bobbie Barrett, one of his many mistresses, in season 2 episode 5. Of course while they eat dinner Don has a run in with former flame Rachel Menken. Go see a Broadway show and enjoy a post-theater meal at Sardi’s, spotting caricatures of your favorite celebrities on the walls. Source: https://nyulocal.com/the-mad-men-fans-guide-to-new-york-city-3f80bc8cb7e
35. Gray's Papaya
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SSeinfeld; “The Movie” appisode, 1992. Kramer and Elaine head to the movies – which of course sounds simpler then it was. Desperate for a treat that isn’t a “movie hot dog” Kramer heads across the street (from the current AMC Loews) to Gray’s Papaya for what he deems is a hot dog “better than filet mignon.” Source: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-tv-movie-locations-in-new-york-city/
36. Speedy Romeo
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SGirls: Ray gets his own shop! Season 4 EP 10 Marnie and Desi meet with a label here and after argue about who’s “the douche.” Shosh comes by to ask Ray’s advice about Japan. Sourcs: https://onlocationtours.com/top-20-filming-locations-from-hbos-girls/
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