Usually when people think of restaurants in New York City they imagine them as stylish, but expensive. It's very true that many restaurants in New York City are like this, but there are plenty of less expensive options that offer some of the highest quality food in New York. Here are a few of the best restaurants in NYC that you should check out next time you visit.

Peasant restaurant is a must if you are in the mood for Italian food. You'll find some of the most incredible Italian food here. It almost feels like you are entering a bomb shelter when walking into Peasant restaurant, but the atmosphere is much different inside the dining room. The interior is comprised of brick and wood and gives off a nice sense of home. You will also find thick curtains lining the walls with candles flickering on tables. Peasant is a perfect date restaurant because of its warm, romantic setting. Every morsel of food at Peasant melts in your mouth and leaves you craving more.

If you are looking for some great Japanese food then you should really consider trying Ippudo restaurant. Located in the heart of East Village, Ippudo restaurant is the spot for Japanese food. A reservation is a must for this restaurant due to its popularity otherwise you will be waiting for an hour or longer to get a table. The food is delicious and worth every bite.

This article needs another Japanese restaurant, and because it is so good I can't leave off Morimoto's. In case you were curious, yes, I am referring to the restaurant owned by the famous Iron Chef Morimoto. You really feel as if you are being teleported back in time upon entering this restaurant. The food is mouthwatering and Morimoto's staff is extremely friendly and professional. Although your meal may cost a little more than you are looking at spending its well worth every penny.

If you want a slice that you won't forget then check out the pizza at Fornino. Brooklyn is the spot for this pizza, but if you want to trek outside of the busy NYC streets then it is more than worth it. You'll enjoy some of the greatest pizza in New York while eating in their friendly dining room atmosphere. Fornino is a great restaurant to take the family to enjoy a nice night out.

I could have wrote a whole book on this, but I decided to just give you a fraction of the best restaurants in NYC. Now you have incentive to explore more restaurants on your own. It doesn't matter what kind of pallet you have, New York will have a great restaurant for you. To see what all the excitement over New York's culinary scene is about then I suggest you venture out on your own and explore all the options at your disposal.

For more info please see our best restaurants in NYC guide.

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