Buford Barnes

"One of the best places to get NY cheesecake in the city, and not as insanely priced as Junior's. Most of theirs are also sold as mini-cheesecakes, which are great for sampling."

"Good General Tso's at a more moderately priced (but not cheap) restaurant."

"Opened in 1827, arguably the first true American restaurant and first with à la carte ordering. Claims to have invented Eggs Benedict, Baked Alaska, and Lobster Newburg. Fancy and expensive."

"Invented General Tso's Chicken, a staple among American Chinese restaurants, in the 1970s. They brought it back after a long hiatus. This place is on the pricier and fancier end of the spectrum."

"This place, which has operated since 1936 and looks like it, is the best in the city for a hamburger (sandwich)."

"Classic place for New York cheesecake, but grossly overpriced. Come here for the name, otherwise go somewhere like Eileen's."