I haven't been back since the pandemic, when I lost my mind over Very Fresh Noodles and because we…read morehad to eat outside, I didn't even get to explore much of anything. I visited right after opening, a little after 10 am (many businesses do not open until 11am, like my beloved Seed+Mill). My first impression was that it reminded me of a food hall similar to what I experienced in various cities in Japan. The variety of foods available is impressive and you really can find it all here, from an Italian grocer to Japanese to the various food stands offering everything from BBQ to the best halvah I've ever had. And there's a Pearl River Mart and other places to find gifts and souvenirs. My favorite of this ilk is Muji Market, which has all the Japanese amazing things! Also of note: very clean bathrooms. It reminds me of the bathrooms at Grand Central, a lot of stalls, sinks in the center, only much, much more pleasant. I'll be back as soon as I can. It's silly that I didn't come here when I actually lived in New York.

Swung by on a Saturday evening at 9pm for about 30 minutes while waiting for a late dinner…read morereservation. The physical location is open to 10pm though most shops and restaurants inside are closed by 8-9pm, only a handful of places like Chote Miya, Miznon, and La Devocione were still open though also wrapping up business for the evening. Wanted to highlight a few more stores here for this review: - Moon Man Foods: a Brooklyn-based company, they have a small stand about a third of the way thru the market (walking east to west), selling southeast Asian kaya jam, which is coconut-based and contain eggs, coconut milk, sugar, starch, and salt. They come in pandan, ube, and Java palm sugar (aka gula melaka) flavors. - Pearl River Mart and Pearl River Mart Foods: back in the day they used to be located in SoHo on Broadway, though rising rents made them relocate, and I'm glad they're still around! They carry all sorts of Asian-inspired decor, serving ware, stationery, and their "Foods" location downstairs is combination of Asian grocery, bubble tea (Milk & Tea), and Korean and Chinese snack/takeout stands (Kimbap Lab and Mao's Bao's). - Muji Market: this is a smaller location that carries a narrower assortment than your average Muji (house wares, basic apparel, accessories, kitchenware, snacks), though they have a full cafe serving coffee and matcha, simple Japanese lunch items like bowls, sandwiches and bento. Cafe prices seem a little higher probably due to the location. - gallery art: there is a small whitewashed hallway gallery of maybe a couple dozen small pieces by local artists, featuring NYC-centric photos, sketches, paintings, multi-media. Found this fun and entertaining!

blocks and blocks full of stores with any material and sewing accessories you need . Very easy to…read morenavigate and shop around for the best deals. Every store was well staffed to help as well.

Amazing selection of EVERYTHING! This wasn't my first time here, but this time was way better than…read morethe previous visits!

As a longtime patron of Essex Market, I highly recommend this historic Lower East Side destination…read morefor dining and shopping. What began as an unofficial pushcart market in 1888 has evolved into a modern, 37,000-square-foot facility at the corner of Essex and Delancey Streets. Recommended Vendors Nordic Preserves Fish and Wildlife Company for outstanding Scandinavian delicacies like gravlax, house-cured herring, and smoked salmon baguette sandwiches. Ni Japanese Deli, creating delicious bento boxes, miso soup, and rice bowls with ample vegan and vegetarian options. Dhamaka is an award-winning Indian soul food focused on rare provincial recipes. It's difficult to get a reservation but it's worth the effort. Don Ceviche (Market) A favorite for Peruvian classics like fresh ceviche, lomo saltado, and rotisserie chicken. Luis Meat Market A legacy, family-owned butcher shop operating for over 20 years, offering a massive variety including specialty cuts. They provide a great bang for your buck and it's my go to for morcilla and oxtails. Porto Rico Importing Co. is an old school coffee importer with a branch conveniently located inside the market. Today, the market houses nearly 40 independent vendors, community spaces, and a mezzanine with public seating. It remains a vital culinary hub that perfectly blends neighborhood grocery essentials with artisanal dining.

This market combines restaurant stalls with grocery stalls. Lots of international markets with a…read moregreat variety of cultural staples, fresh produce, specialty foods. I could spend hours here and lots of money choosing from the variety of vendors.

Actually this IS a good flea market if you are looking for the right things. It is great in that…read morelots of the seller's merchandise turns over from week to week as opposed to some places where the same stuff is on offer from week to week. An d even the guys who do put out the same stuff over and over again do tend to mix in new merchandise in with their boxes. It is OK for clothes, great for electrical items and electronics, household items and even food. Kitchen and bathroom items. Even better are the on-street offerings outside! You might even find knick-knacks here though dont hold your breath, no real antiques/collectables. What is especially good is that all the sellers tend to be motivated to sell, as opposed to hold out for some pseudo-retail price!

This place is more in the business of offering used clothing at rock bottom prices than weird and…read morewhimsical finds of the knick-knack/antique/record variety. But it's a fun hidden book all the same. And many vendors willing to barter.

Here to see the soccer match between Argentina and Egypt. I wanted to go to another food hall to…read moresee the game. A hot cappuccino and my all time favorite Cranberry shortbread rounds out the charm of being at Union Square Time Out Market.

Stumbled upon the Union Square Night Market while walking through the park on a Thursday evening…read more As a big fan of outdoor food markets, I was excited to see one pop up in Union Square for the summer. The Night Market is open on Thursdays and Fridays from noon to 10pm. For such a compact space, there's a great variety of vendors offering different types of food. After checking out the options, I went with a braised chicken arepa and a pork belly & sweet plantain empanada from Ehbra Colombian Food. The total came to $19, which felt like a solid deal given the portion size and quality. There are picnic tables set up around the vendors, so it was nice not having to eat on a park bench.

A food hall / food court located on the bottom of the Oculus, the mall at the World Trade Center…read more Reasonably priced considering the area and NYC, looks nice and new, and has a great selection. If you work nearby, visiting the 9/11 museum, or at a hotel nearby, it's good for a quick stop during the day. The market is divided into multiple counters, each selling pizza, sushi, sandwiches, pasta, and more. Go to the counter that you'd like and order. If you order a variety, you'll be visiting multiple counters. The linguine with white clam sauce from Sal Anthony's was very good. Hot, garlicky, firm linguine, and good flavor. The cheese pizza from Buon Cibo was also a standout, a great crust and good flavor without being soggy or greasy. Another plus is a lot of the seating area is inside the market side, which means you'll be surrounded by drinks and desserts. The variety is impressive with beer, soda, juice, water, sparkling water, Korean, and Japanese soft drinks.

This is a food hall inside the Oculus World Trade Center mall. Several options to choose from. We…read moreordered from a peruvian place . The food was delicious, generous portions too. Pricey, yes, but definitely worth it. Highly recommend dining at Gansevoort Liberty Market.

Lots of pros, a couple (personal) cons... Cons... (1) I do…read morenot posses the ability to make enough decisions to land on a solid drink or meal plan. Unlike a cow, I was not born with 4 stomachs and cannot, despite my attempts, eat it ALL. Be prepared to make sacrifices! (2) It might be far from your hotel... but this con comes with an easier resolution... suck it up, puss! Buy those blister pads or pay that taxi driver; It's worth it. Everything we tried was delicious and of an impressive quality. We were a little worried that the reviews were unrealistic "touristy" ratings, and while theymay have been, they also seemed worthy. There's a ton of variety and it's a great spot to get a little bit of everything.

A pretty building right by the pier with a multitude of different restaurants and specialty shops…read moreto explore. We came on a weekday afternoon so it was quite empty. It's always a great place to use the restroom if you need one. There's a bakery on the first floor that sells beautifully crafted pastries. I'm quite intrigued by their key lime tart. This time, I tried their vanilla rum canelé. Honestly, I think the price is okay-reasonable at $4.5 for the vanilla and $5 for the Dulce de leche canele. The vanilla rum canele was not bad. But it was a tad bit sweeter and drier than I would've liked. I think the aritizia cafe one is still reigning champion for now.

We visited Grand Bazaar NYC on the Upper West Side and really enjoyed the atmosphere. The market is…read moreone of the oldest and largest weekly flea markets in New York City, running every Sunday with both indoor and outdoor vendors. It has a fun and lively vibe with a mix of vintage items, handmade crafts, jewelry, artwork, clothing, collectibles, and food stands all in one place. What we liked most was how easy it was to spend a few hours just walking around and exploring different local vendors and small businesses. The market feels very New York, with lots of unique finds and creative products you do not usually see in regular stores.

If you take the crosstown bus and walk from 79th Street on Columbus Avenue to the flea market,…read moreyou'll pass various farm stands lining the road. It made my visit to the Bazaar all the more pleasant. I've been coming to Grand Bazaar for more years than I care to remember, having taken a break for ten -- okay twenty -- years. Can't put my finger on why, perhaps I'm not as interested as I used to be. While the market is vibrant and busy, it's not as it was. Perhaps not as much diversity in wares. (I used to get a lot of pottery, art and vintage jewelry.) Back in the day, my friends and I would go to the East Village and buy funky old fur jackets for a song. I kind of had that in the back of my mind coming here. (There are many vintage coat vendors.) But prices have risen considerably. (What hasn't?!) The market is open Sundays, year 'round. Despite buying nothing, I know I'll be back. (Maybe coats get cheaper when it's warmer.) Plus, I like strolling around on the upper westside, which has a different flavor than the eastside, where I live.

I attended a holiday potluck with some of my favorite coworkers in Brooklyn last week and decided…read moreto swing by Moore Street Market to grab some goodies. Moore Street Market is an incredible Puerto Rican market in the heart of Brooklyn. They have anything and everything you can think of.. and that includes my all-time favorite boriqua delicacy.. pastelles! I picked up a dozen (half chicken, half pork) for only $22. They come frozen & bundled in twos and are the perfect size, which make them easy for boiling. If you've never had a pastele before, they are sort of similar to a tamale.. except made with masa de yuca instead of corn flour. They are filled with meat, pimento, olives and more, all mixed together with delicious achiote seed oil, spices and herbs. If you ae Puerto Rican or just so happen to make pasteles each year for friends and family, and don't quite feel up to the task this year, rest assured that Moore Street Market as got you covered!

The spot is convenient and the staff is genuinely nice. Staff treated customers with special care…read more The food is well-prepared, costs remain reasonable and service excels. The taste quality justifies their pricing. This restaurant creates good meals!