This was just okay. There was lack of seasoning/flavor in the chicken rice bowl. The rice had…read moreactually no flavor :( But a friend told me to order specifically with the biryani rice next time...

Solid halal food cart in Manhattan by MoMA and Rockefeller Center. No line to order but nice to see…read moretwo regulars stopping by to say hello to the owner. The price is cheap and the lamb and rice portion is hefty. Hope to stop by soon for more halal food.

Loved this spot! I ended up coming here twice during my trip to NYC. The location is super…read moreconvenient in Midtown, just steps from Rockefeller Center, and I was pleasantly surprised that we were able to get a table for three both times without much wait. The portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable for Midtown Manhattan. Over the two visits, I tried both versions of the Hainanese chicken rice, and both were delicious. The food came out incredibly fast, and I especially appreciated that the meals included Chinese broccoli. I also tried the stir-fried noodles from Hainan Jones and that was excellent. Overall, everything we ordered was flavorful, satisfying, and served quickly. Definitely a great spot for a casual and tasty meal in Midtown!

Heard that Anthony Bourdain loved this spot for hainan chicken and rice, which is a comfort dish…read morefor me and I really understand why. The chicken was very tender, well prepared, and so were the veggies. I think it has stiff competition by way of Lou Yau Kee but is definitely up there as top 5 southeast chicken rices in the city! I would def come back here and what's great is that you can feel healthy bc it's steamed/poached chicken, rice and veggies :) It's inside Urban Hawker, so you can get a variety of other things to go with your meal - might I recommend Kopi (malaysian coffee) at the nearby stand? The flavors were bold, authentic, and the chicken skin was silky smooth. The cucumbers had a nice crunch and the veggies as well. They give you two sauces, one of them is spicy and might be hotter than you expect so try it first.

Food: This is my favorite Halal cart, in addition to Sammy's, in NYC. The platter comes with your…read morechoice of meat, spicy or yellow rice, salad, and pita. White sauce is added on top and other sauces (hot sauce, BBQ, and green sauce) are packed in small plastic containers and available to take on the side. I really enjoyed the food here; it was fresh and tasted better than most Halal carts in the city. There's a bit of a wait, but it's worth it! Service: Service is nothing special; there are many people cooking and 1-2 staff members taking orders. This halal cart opens at 6pm every day, and a line starts forming along the sidewalk well before 6pm. There were about 20 people ahead of us in line, and we waited for a total of 40-45 minutes before it was our turn. Once it's your turn, your order comes out pretty quickly. Ambiance: This cart is located on 6th avenue and 49th Street diagonal from Radio City Music Hall. The cart itself doesn't have any seating, but there are many tables and chairs directly across from the cart that are open to the public. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend this spot!

Awesome Flavors from this Halal Cart with the best rendition of a combo meal of chicken over rice…read moreplus lamb/beef combo over rice I've ever had. For about $16 or so you get a ton of meat perfectly seasoned, tender and moist served over a bed of yellow rice plus a couple of narrow slices of pita bread and just the right amount of white sauce by default. Absolutely delicious! Straightforward to the point service. Street Vendor Casual egalitarian Street Food kinda vibe. PRO TIP: (as others have said): Long lines here yes, but you can skip most of it if you just order ahead for pickup from GrubHub, as they have TWO carts here - a new cart dedicated for these online orders, and their original cart for walk-up orders with the longer line.

I'm never too sure about the quality, or value, of food court vendors as sometimes I feel like the…read morestores rely too heavily on the novel aspect of their environment/experience over the quality or value of their food. Mr Fried Rice was a gamble that payed off! Portion sizes were a lot bigger than I expected (especially given location) and the flavors were on point. The fried rice had that signature wok hei flavor you get from chefs high heat wok cooking and the pork chop was juicy and flavorful. The staff were friendly too Hard to go wrong for a meal sub $20. Definitely recommend if you are in the area.

It's fine? Highly…read morerecommended by my sister. I've been disappointed by Urban Hawker already but mainly from a value perspectivr. Slightly differe Ambience is irrelevant. You're at a food court. With some luck you can snag a seat and chow down but office lunchers will probably just head back to their desk. Was told that the fish was super crispy so I got that with fried rice. Purposely asked questions in Canto to let them know I'm with the home team. Fried rice is made to order and it's actually decent. Food comes out piping hot. The fish is covered with a thick breading that reminds me of the frozen breaded tilapia from Trader Joe. It's a big serving (ended up with enough left over for a second meal) but you'll have to work thru that breading. On its own it has pretty much no flavor but it comes with a black pepper sauce that you'll need. The sauce is weirdly thick but along with the thick breading the fish will stay crispy.

Was picking up some snacks at Whole foods off Columbus Circle. Wandered across the street and tried…read moreto find the right subway entrance to take to Grand Central. When I couldn't figure it out, I gave up and switched to an underground exploration mission because I was presented with a gift: the Turnstyle Underground Food Hall. I was pleasantly surprised! Legit dumplings, paella, bubble tea and some cute shops. It's not fancy but it has lots of flair. I walked the two sides and ended up choosing the Korean hotdogs because they had a sign with a special. For $6.98 you get a half cheese/half hotdog on a stick with the lemonade. I stepped up and ordered. There was a bit of upselling going on. If you want chopped up french fries rolled into the batter it costs a little extra. There are also different spices and sauces to go on top. I chose the strawberry lemonade and it was super sweet, so I'd go heavy on the ice. Sat down at the tables provided in the center of the hall. Had to let my melted cheese cool for a bit, because that first bite burned my mouth. Once cool enough, I devoured mine. Any kind of "fried dog" is a favorite of mine. It looks like there were still empty store fronts that should be filled soon. Good stuff to come back for! For now this was a great introduction to Turnstyle!

delicious. lots of toppings and seasonings to choose from and the potato dog was delicious!!!read more

Great chicken breast platter. Definitely will be my one of my go to spots for some great food. I…read morework right across the street and was looking for some good grilled chicken. This hit the spot. Very friendly guy and I'm definitely coming back to try a cheeseburger!

This spot has my ongoing business. Staff provide excellent attention. The prices work for normal…read morebudgets. Their food makes dining worthwhile. This restaurant is the quintessential small venue.

Visiting the city and asked a local on the street what is the best lunch around. He immediately…read morepointed us to Tony Dragon's food truck just block away. There was a line and we maybe waited 10 minutes, they have order ahead available as well. It moved quickly, service was friendly, food was served quickly. Their efficiency was impressive.

Food is great, but it sad to see they increase price three times in less than three yearsread more

I come here on all my trips to NYC and it never misses. A total must-try when you're in Manhattan…read more Classic, old-school fast-casual hot dog joint. This isn't a sit-down spot; it's strictly order-and-take-away, though there is a counter inside if you want to stand and eat. Got the famous special with an Orange Drink--all for around $10! Loaded one dog with chili, cheese, and onions, and the other with onions, mustard, and relish. The toppings were super fresh and tasted amazing. Simply the right dog at the right price. Friendly folks serving up a tasty frankfurter with great energy. A legendary NYC stop every single time.

10/10 Hot dog - Added onions, chili, and cheese to the hot dog, and it was so freaking good! Even…read morethough my boyfriend compared it to a 7/11 hot dog lol, I thought it tasted delicious. I honestly could've scarfed down like 3 of these in one meal, but I came here for a late night dinner snack haha. 9/10 Papaya Drink - This is clearly what the hot dog spot is named after, right? So of course we had to get it! It had a very thick consistency, but it was still yummy and not overly sweet. 10/10 Orange Drink - I loved this drink out of the 2 we tried, and this one was fireeeeeeee! It's basically a spin on an orange juice drink, but in my opinion, it's way better!