This Interactive Map Shows You Which NYC Restaurants Are The Best In The World, According To Condé Nast

NYC is home to ~23,000 restaurants, and it would take 22.7 years to eat our way through all of them. So though we wish we could try every last one we’re not too sure how practical that thinking is–thus, having some help in knowing which ones to prioritize is certainly welcomed. Well, as luck would have it we’re receiving that help!

If you know anything about us you know that we love an interactive map (like this one that helps us explore all of NYC’s colorful subway art and this one that defines NYC’s neighborhood borders once and for all) and we love to eat. So you can imagine how we feel about Condé Nast’s new interactive map that pinpoints what they think are the world’s best restaurants.

According to Condé Nast, they (like us) love to ask those around them about the best meals they’ve ever had, anywhere in the world. From chefs and cookbook authors to travel show hosts, they’ve asked all their favorite food-loving travelers and then used those results to create their “global food map,” an interactive compilation of the recommendations they’ve gathered.

And of all the meals those asked say they would you hop on a plane for, 31 can be found right here in NYC! In no particular order, these are them:

Famous Fish Market, Harlem

• Who recommended it: Alexander Smalls, owner and executive chef of The Cecil and Minton’s in New York
• What they say: “Order the fish, shrimp, and chips combo and fresh lemonade. There’s always a line but it’s worth it.”

📍 684 St Nicholas Ave.

Chili, Murray Hill

• Who recommended it: Sean Sherman, founder of The Sioux Chef and owner of Owamni in Minneapolis
• What they say: “It’s elegant and super busy—the service staff makes an art out of waiting tables. Order anything off the dim sum menu, especially if it’s drowning in chili oil.”

📍 13 E 37th St.

Shukette, Chelsea

• Who recommended it: Marcus Samuelsson, head chef of Red Rooster in Harlem
• What they say: “A fun and reliable neighborhood spot in Chelsea with amazing energy. The food is delicious and colorful, and Chef Ayesha is amazing.”

📍 230 9th Ave.

Atomix, NoMad

• Who recommended it: Marcus Samuelsson, head chef of Red Rooster in Harlem
• What they say: “A fun and reliable neighborhood spot in Chelsea with amazing energy. The food is delicious and colorful, and Chef Ayesha is amazing.”

📍 104 E 30th St.

Atoboy, LES

• Who recommended it: Emma Bengtsson, executive chef at Aquavit in New York
• What they say: “Atoboy is casual but lively and vibrant. It has a high energy level that I love. The fried chicken is a must!”
• Who recommended it: Sheldon Simeon, chef/owner of Tin Roof Maui
• What they say: “Their prix fixe menu is always absolute perfection—fun, unpretentious, and well-thought dishes that are exceptionally executed.”

📍 134 Eldridge St.

RH Rooftop Restaurant, Meatpacking District

• Who recommended it: Alexander Smalls, owner and executive chef of The Cecil and Minton’s in New York
• What they say: “Trendy and chic with a rooftop garden. Order the shrimp cocktail and shaved rib eye sandwich.”

📍 9 9th Ave.

Don Angie, West Village

• Who recommended it: Nina Compton, chef/owner of Compère Lapin and Bywater American Bistro in New Orleans
• What they say: “Order the crudo and the lasagna for two at this lively but cozy trattoria.”
• Who recommended it: Emma Bengtsson, executive chef at Aquavit in New York
• What they say: “Warm and friendly, Don Angie is cozy and welcoming and makes you feel like family. I always get the lasagna.”

📍 103 Greenwich Ave.

I Sodi, West Village

• Who recommended it: Julia Turshen, bestselling author of Now & Again, Feed the Resistance, and Small Victories
• What they say: “The most chic, understated room in the West Village. Order the cacio e pepe, artichoke salad, tiramisu, and lots of wine.”

📍 314 Bleecker St.

Family Meal, Greenwich Village

• Who recommended it: Chintan Pandya, chef/owner of Adda and Dhamaka in New York
• What they say: “Great quality food with a relaxed atmosphere.”

📍 75 Washington Place

Nami Nori, West Village

• Who recommended it: Chintan Pandya, chef/owner of Adda and Dhamaka in New York
• What they say: “Nami Nori is super chic and cool. Order the shishito peppers, crispy calamari, and Signature Set from the sushi counter.”

📍 33 Carmine St.

Dame, Greenwich Village

• Who recommended it: Chintan Pandya, chef/owner of Adda and Dhamaka in New York
• What they say: “A casual and fun spot with great food—especially the squid and scallion skewers and fish & chips.”

📍 87 MacDougal St.

Indochine, NoHo

• Who recommended it: Padma Lakshmi, host of ‘Top Chef’ and ‘Taste the Nation’
• What they say: “I’ve been coming to Indocine for forever! It’s been a downtown institution since the 80s and has attracted the likes of Bowie, Blondie, etc. Decades later it’s as swanky as ever and the food is always solid…I can’t visit Indochine without ordering the spring rolls—they’re so shatteringly crisp! My favorite entrée is the Amok Cambodgien, beautiful filets of fish in fragrant coconut milk steamed in a banana leaf.”

📍 430 Lafayette St.

Cadence, East Village

• Who recommended it: Camari Mack, pastry chef at The Musket Room and Raf’s in New York City
• What they say: “This is a charming neighborhood restaurant, not too stuffy but definitely elevated. Get the buffalo oyster mushroom or the Southern Fried Lasagna.”

📍 111 E 7th St.

Il Posto Accanto, East Village

• Who recommended it: Padma Lakshmi, host of ‘Top Chef’ and ‘Taste the Nation’
• What they say: “This is my favorite spot in the East Village. It’s so cozy, charming, yet convivial…You can’t go wrong with anything here—especially the pasta. All I need for a solo date night is a big bowl of Tagliolini or Amatriciana, an icy glass of bubbles, and a good book. They also make so many delicious vegetarian and vegan dishes like Verdure Alla Griglia, beautiful roasted vegetables marinated in a luscious sauce.”

📍 190 E 2nd St.

63 Clinton, LES

• Who recommended it: Camari Mack, pastry chef at The Musket Room and Raf’s in New York City
• What they say: “It’s high-end, for when you want to feel fancy and genuinely taken care of. I do the tasting menu, though the star dish is the caviar hand roll served tableside. “

📍 63 Clinton St.

Essex Market, LES

• Who recommended it: Marcus Samuelsson, head chef of Red Rooster in Harlem
• What they say: “One of my favorite spots in Essex Market is Shopsin’s—an American diner-style eatery serving up New York classics. The food and the vibe feel so authentic to the city. The best part about Essex Market is that for $50 you can get everything from fresh Swedish bread to homemade pastas and snacks from an amazing Japanese deli. That is true New York.”

📍 88 Essex St.

Cafe Gitane, Nolita

• Who recommended it: Hawa Hassan, CEO of Basbaas Foods and author of In Bibi’s Kitchen
• What they say: “I tell my friends to visit Cafe Gitane and order fresh melon juice, Moroccan Couscous, and a side of merguez sausages.”

📍 242 Mott St.

Peasant, Nolita

• Who recommended it: Rodney Scott, pitmaster and founder of Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ in Charleston
• What they say: “Peasant is rustic and intimate, and in a way, makes me feel like I had gone back in time. The whole place is filled with the aroma of wood burning from the open-flame brick ovens that are in view while you’re dining, and it’s magical in every sense of the word. I knew my meal—suckling pig, Caesar salad, and vegetables—was going to be really great, but it ended up blowing my mind.”

📍 194 Elizabeth St.

Thai Diner, SoHo

• Who recommended it: Camari Mack, pastry chef at The Musket Room and Raf’s in New York City
• What they say: “Lowkey, diner vibes—it’s a great place to pop in for a bite, like the pad thai with prawns.”

📍 186 Mott St.

La Mercerie, SoHo

• Who recommended it: Padma Lakshmi, host of ‘Top Chef’ and ‘Taste the Nation’
• What they say: “This is one of my favorite places in NYC…It’s so hard for me to pick just one thing…I like everything here! But one of my go-to lunches is the seasonal Quiche Du Jour accompanied by a big pot of Earl Grey tea.”

📍 53 Howard St.

Uncle Lou, Chinatown

• Who recommended it: Lucas Sin, chef of Nice Day and Junzi Kitchen in New York
• What they say: “Uncle Lou is one of the few places left in New York making deep-cut Cantonese dishes that have mostly evaporated from the modern Chinese restaurant scene in America. The restaurant is bustling all day and serves economical stir-fries over rice but also more delicate steamed seafood, braised meats, and gently cooked vegetables. Some of my favorites: Steamed Buffalo Fish with Braised Pomelo Peel, Stir-Fried Silver Fish, Jicama, Squid & Garlic Chives, and Homestyle Chenpi House Duck.”

📍 73 Mulberry St.

Wo Hop, Chinatown

• Who recommended it: Noor Murad, head of Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• What they say: “I used to go to this casual and quirky spot with my university friends when we all worked in Manhattan after graduation, so it provides plenty of sweet memories. Try the lemon chicken!”

📍 17 Mott St.

Crown Shy, FiDi

• Who recommended it: Hawa Hassan, CEO of Basbaas Foods and author of In Bibi’s Kitchen
• What they say: “Some of my favorite dishes at this warm and modern restaurant are the Squid Ink Treccione, Lamb Ragu Mussels, and Sticky Toffee Pudding—plus a glass of Domaine du Beauregard Cremant de Bourgogne.”

📍 70 Pine St.

Telly’s Taverna, Astoria

• Who recommended it: Nasim Alikhani, chef and owner of Sofreh in New York, author of Sofreh cookbook
• What they say: “For some of the best Greek food in New York City, Telly’s Taverna is a great neighborhood joint. Order the whole grilled fish, grilled octopus, prasini Salads, mixed vegetables, grilled sausage with leeks, and lemon potatoes.”

📍28-13 23rd Ave.

Wenwen, Greenpoint

• Who recommended it: Lucas Sin, chef of Nice Day and Junzi Kitchen in New York
• What they say: “Wenwen features Chef Eric Sze’s decisive Taiwanese cooking translated through a generous understanding of New York’s excited palate…Order the BDSM Chicken, Lily Flemming Fried Rice, Whole Striped Bass with Fish Paste, and Shrimp Floss Lettuce Cup.”

📍 1025 Manhattan Ave.

Oxomoco, Greenpoint

• Who recommended it: Nasim Alikhani, chef and owner of Sofreh in New York, author of Sofreh cookbook
• What they say: “It’s a bright and airy space, with beautiful skylights and hanging plants, and the food is consistently incredible. I order the bavette, swordfish tacos, and grilled celeriac tacos.”

📍128 Greenpoint Ave.

Dept of Culture, Bedstuy

• Who recommended it: Mina Stone, author of Cooking for Artists and owner of Mina’s in Queens
• What they say: “The set menu of home-cooked Nigerian food by Ayo Balugun is out-of-this-world delicious. There is one communal table and a bar, darkly lit and styled after a Buka (a casual Nigerian eatery) but set in the 1980s. It is cozy and intimate. Records are playing throughout the evening of the same era.”

📍327 Nostrand Ave.

Hart’s, Bedstuy

• Who recommended it: Mina Stone, author of Cooking for Artists and owner of Mina’s in Queens
• What they say: “Small, sweet, and perfectly designed. It feels like a nice living room you stumbled upon on a walk…I love every appetizer (the menu changes often) I ever get at Hart’s. Seasonal and perfectly seasoned always. As a main course I can never resist their Pork Milanese—crispy and tender, served with a squeeze of lemon and tahini!”

📍 506 Franklin Ave.

Roman’s, Fort Greene

• Who recommended it: Mina Stone, author of Cooking for Artists and owner of Mina’s in Queens
• What they say: “This cozy neighborhood restaurant…exemplifies the best of what NYC has to offer. There’s delicious food, a place at the bar to eat alone or with a friend, and you always run into someone you know. The staff is incredible and everyone is well taken care of.”

📍 243 DeKalb Ave.

Colonia Verde, Fort Greene

• Who recommended it: Hawa Hassan, CEO of Basbaas Foods and author of In Bibi’s Kitchen
• What they say: “Colonia Verde is warm, bright, and charming. Order the Grilled Octopus, Duck Confit Tacos, and La Picosa.”

📍 219 DeKalb Ave.

Gage & Tollner, Downtown Brooklyn

• Who recommended it: Tim Ma, chef and founder of Laoban Dumplings
• What they say: “It’s like eating in a steakhouse from the Prohibition Era.”

📍 372 Fulton St.

See the full map here.