January 7th, 2010
“Street Eats” in New York City
The best restaurants New York City offers, are some of the finest dining establishments in the world. And certainly a night out on the town calls for one of these culinary experiences. However, make no mistake, to find some of the most authentic, and inexpensive meals in the city, the street vendors are nothing to scoff at. From pizza to barbecue, Mediterranean to German, it all can be found via the many corner joints and street vendors. One place that is quite popular sits in the neighborhood of El Alto. Here is where the El Peluche Truck is to be found. From chicharrónes to pasteles this Dominican cuisine will delight your taste-buds without lightening your wallet. Move along to the food stand of Hallo German Food. Located, usually, on 5th Avenue, this is one of the many places to get a true, stacked and loaded hot dog. The famous man behind the “wursts” is Babiel. He has been given the Vendy Award for his service and his fare, and has locals lining up for his quick and delicious dogs.
Just along the Manhattan Bridge, vendors of kebabs line the streets. From lamb kebabs to sweet potatoes, all of the food is cooked fresh over hot grills, on the side of the street! For cheap! And of course there is the pizza. Many restaurants offer take away slices, with a spice bar loaded with oregano, garlic and cheese. One can not walk through Times Square at any hour without seeing someone enjoying a folding slice as they make their way to their destination. One of my favorites, and something I was not expecting to find on a street corner, is the Red Hook Lobster Cart. The lobster is toasted on a grill, and along with it you can grab a bundle of crab claws, all on the corner of the street. Fresh herbs, spices and vegetables are available and this is one cart that will send you over the top, and onto the sidewalks of New York City.