UNION SQUARE & MADISON SQUARE

Late night cheap eat
New Amici Pizza
Up late and craving a slice of pizza, a box of garlic knots and some pasta? This Third Avenue joint has an excellent selection of classic New York City chow and a great selection of drinks as well.
88 Third Ave.

Quick Lunch Place
Panera Bread
The only Panera location downtown, this is a great place to grab a quick sandwich, salad, soup or baked good. Although technically a chain, it is a nice change from Cosi.
10 Union Square E.

Fancy Restaurant
Eataly
Just off of Madison Square Park is the Italian market Eataly, owned by chef Mario Batali. Although it serves as an Italian grocery store, it also houses a restaurant menu with upscale pizza and pasta entrées. They also have a rooftop beer garden.
200 Fifth Ave.

Coffee Shop
The Bean
The second location of this trendy East Village coffee shop is located at Broadway and 12th Street. They offer a wide selection of coffee and tea, baked goods and sandwiches. They also have unique macarons. After 9 p.m. all food is sold for half the original price.
824 Broadway

Drinks
SideBAR
SideBAR has a myriad of themed nights, including Taco Tuesday, with discounted tacos and tequila. Be sure to visit this classic bar that has a lot of ambiance.
118 E. 15th St.

WEST VILLAGE & NOLITA

Fancy restaurant
Hudson Clearwater
Hudson Clearwater, an elegant West Village eatery, serves delicious entrées to please any palette. After indulging in the Atlantic sea bass ($25) or spice-rubbed pork chop ($23), try the delicious dark chocolate ganache ($8).
447 Hudson St.

Drinks
Employees Only
This location might look like a psychic’s storefront, but patrons will find a chic speakeasy where mixologists pour special cocktails like the ginger smash ($15), with tarot card readers on hand. Drinks here are a bit pricey, but the speakeasy experience is worth the cost.
510 Hudson St.

Late night cheap eat
La Esquina Corner Deli
La Esquina is the perfect spot to satisfy late night Mexican food cravings. It offers unforgettable tacos like the tinga de pollo ($3.25) and vegetarian options. These fresh, delicious tacos are all less than $4 each. 
114 Kenmare St.

Coffee shop
Saturdays Surf NYC
Saturdays serves strong espresso and foamy lattes with a side of surfboards and athletic clothing. It is a full-service surf store and coffee shop.
31 Crosby St.

Quick lunch place
Parisi Bakery
Parisi Bakery serves traditional deli sandwiches. Parisi piles on fresh mozzarella, deli meats, roasted peppers and other Italian delights. Sandwiches here are large — split one with a friend or save half for dinner.
198 Mott St.

– Nicola Pring

EAST VILLAGE

Late Night Cheap Eat
Pommes Frites
Sometimes at the end of a good night, all you need is some fries. East Village staple Pommes Frites has fries with over 25 sauces to choose from, so your frites can be tailored to your taste.
123 Second Ave.

Fancy Restaurant
Bianca
Bianca has amazing food, affordable prices and a cozy atmosphere. For an appetizer, be sure to order the gnocco fritto ($9) or fried dough rectangles. It’s best to get there early in the night, as the wait can be as long as an hour.
5 Bleecker St.

Coffee shop
MUD
MUD coffee shop in the East Village is the place to get a brew and relax. The coffee is strong and flavorful, and a friendly staff adds to the bohemian feel of the place. MUD has an amazing brunch for $15.
307 E. Ninth St.

Quick lunch place
Porchetta
Sample the famous porchetta sandwich ($10), which is made with roasted pork with crispy skin, seasoned with aromatic spices and herbs. Dubbed slow-cooked Italian fast food, this traditional Italian street food is sliced to order, and will expand your expectations of a hot, succulent lunch.
110 E. Seventh St.

Drinks
d.b.a.
This place is truly a haven for beer enthusiasts. There are 250 brews and 20 beers on tap, ranging from the more expensive Belgian kriek to favorites such as Guinness.
41 First Ave., between Second and Third streets

– Mary Jane Dumankaya