In the world of Instagram food photos and Pinterest boards, the latest food trend is a simple yet surprisingly tasty item known as avocado toast. New York City has a variety of restaurants that serve variations of this dish, so be sure to check out these locations to get your daily dose of omega-3s.
Cafe Gitane
Arguably the restaurant that started it all, Cafe Gitane serves its seven-grain toast topped with just avocado, lemon juice, olive oil and chili flakes to create a photogenic favorite. With a location nearby campus on Mott Street by Prince Street, there is no reason to skip this trendsetter.
242 Mott St.
The Butcher’s Daughter
Available in a single or double portion, this health-conscious eatery pairs its avocado toast with the unexpected flavors of curry, lime and mustard seed. Grab a fresh juice to go with your healthy breakfast when you visit The Butcher’s Daughter, located on the corner of Kenmare and Elizabeth streets.
19 Kenmare St.
Bluestone Lane Coffee
Serving what it calls the Avocado Smash, Bluestone makes it easy to consume heart-healthy fats. The Avocado Smash is served on bread from Balthazar Bakery and gives diners the option to add a poached egg to make a more substantial meal.
30 Broad St.
Le Pain Quotidien
Called a tartine at this artisanal chain, Le Pain’s take on avocado toast includes chickpeas, hemp seeds, baby greens and is served on top of organic wheat levain. A gluten-free option is also available, making this restaurant — at multiple locations — great for those with dietary restrictions.
10 Fifth Ave.
The Commons Chelsea
This trendy Chelsea restaurant sets its avocado toast apart by adding a unique twist of cumin and offering optional smoked salmon. As an added bonus, The Commons Chelsea now offers delivery from Seamless, so you can enjoy your avocado toast without ever leaving home.
128 Seventh Ave.
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Nikolas Reda-Castelao • Oct 1, 2014 at 1:49 pm
Guys. You should try Two Hands on Mott St. It’s an australian cafe that has amazing avocado toast with fried eggs on top.
So good.