There’s no dearth of cheap eating options in Midtown East.
Just keep your eyes peeled open, will ya.
Here’s what I got for you all in Midtown Manhattan (East side):
Crisp
684 Third Ave
(Between E.43rd St and E.44th St)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-661-0000
$6.95 Falafel Sandwich
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30AM-9PM, Sat-Sun 12PM-8PM
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7, S to Grand Central-42nd St
Num Pang
140 E.41st St
(Btw Lexington Ave and 3rd Ave)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-867-8889
Cambodian for “bread” or “sandwich,” Num Pang offers made-to‐order sandwiches. Roasted Fig sandwich $8.25, Spicy Tofu Sandwich $7
Caution: Sriracha sauce is deadly hot.
Short walk to Bryant Park.
Hours: Mon. – Fri. 11AM-9PM; Sat.-Sun. 12PM-9PM
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7, S to Grand Central-42nd St
Amish Market East
240 E 45th St
(Between 2nd Ave & 3rd Ave)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-370-1761
Amish Smoked Turkey Hero ($7.98), Roma Hero ($7.99)
Hours: Mon-Fri: 7AM-9:30PM Sat-Sun: 8AM-9:30PM
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7 to Grand Central-42nd St
Chennai Garden
129 E.27th St
(Between Park Ave and Lexington Ave)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-689-1999
South Indian Vegetarian Restaurant. Mon-Fri Lunch Buffet $8.65 (tax included); Idli-Medhu Vada Combo $4.95
Hours: Mon-Fri: 11:30AM-3PM; Dinner 5PM-10PM Sat-Sun 12PM-10PM
Subway: 6 to 28th St
2nd Ave Deli
162 E.33rd St
(Between Lexington Ave and 3rd Ave)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-689-9000
Hot Dog $4.50
Hours: 6AM-Midnight, Daily
Subway: 6 to 33rd St
Thai 51
224 E.51st St
(Between 2nd Ave and 3rd Ave)
New York, NY 10022
Ph: 212-888-8894
Daily 2-Course Lunch Special $9.95 11:30AM-4PM
Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30AM-10:30PM, Sat 12PM-10:30PM, Sun 12PM-10PM
Subway: 6 to 51st St, E, M to Lexington Ave-53rd St
Glaze Teriyaki Grill
638 Lexington Ave
(Between E.54th & E.55th St)
New York, NY 10022
Ph: 212-935-3400
Seattle-style Teriyaki place. $6.75-$9.50 for Teriyaki plus rice, sauce, salad and dressing. Combos $10
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:30AM to 10PM Sun 12PM-10PM
Subway: 6 to 51st St; E, M to Lexington Ave-53rd St
Web site: http://www.glazeteriyaki.com
Shake Shack
Madison Square Park
E.23rd St and Madison Ave
New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-889-6600
Shack Burger $4.55; Shakes $5; Be prepared for a loooong line.
Hours: Daily, 11AM-11PM
Subway: N, R to 23rd St
Saravana Bhavan
81 Lexington Ave
(At 26th St)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-679-0204
South Indian Vegetarian. Masala Dosa with 3 Chutneys and cup of Sambar $8.99
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:30AM-3PM, 5:30PM-10PM Fri 8:30AM-3PM, 5:30PM-10:30PM Sat 8:30AM-10:30PM Sun 8:30AM-10PM
Subway: 6 to 28th St
44th St Pizza
196 E.44th St
(Between Lexington Ave and 3rd Ave)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-599-4438
99-cent Pizza Slice; $2.75 for two slices and Can of Soda
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7, S to Grand Central-42nd St
696 Gourmet Deli
696 Third Ave
(Between E.43rd St and E.44th St)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-490-7115
Roast Beef Sandwich $6.50
Hours: Daily, 24-Hours
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7 to Grand Central-42 St
McDonald’s
18 E.42nd St
(Between Madison Ave and 5th Ave)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-599-2127
If you get a craving for the Big Mac or Fries at Midnight
Hours: Open 24 Hours
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7, s o Grand Central-42nd St, 7 to 5th Ave
99 Cent Fresh Pizza
(Between 3rd Ave & Lexington Ave)
151 E 43rd St
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-922-0257
99-Cent Pizza Slice – What More Do You Want From Life?
Hours: Mon-Sun 6AM-5:30AM
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7 to Grand Central-42nd St
Dee Daa
155 E.44th St
(Between Lexington Ave and 3rd Ave)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 646-396-6500
Thai Restaurant. Curries and Noodles $8 and below
Hours: Mon-Fri 11AM-9PM
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7, S to Grand Central-42nd St
Super Dumpling
251 E.45th St
(Between 2nd Ave and 3rd Ave)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-808-9388
Six Fried Pork Dumplings $4.95; Garlic Sauce Combo with 6 Steamed Dumplings and Noodles $7.35
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7, S to Grand Central-42nd St
SoomSoom Vegetarian Bar
670 Lexington Ave
(Between E.55th St and E.56th St)
New York, NY 10022
Ph: 212-355-6888
Soom Soom Original pita with Falafel ($5.95).
Cheap: Crazy Mondays, Buy One Get One Free – 5PM-11PM
Subway: 4, 5, 6 to 59th St; E, M to 5 Ave-53rd St
Previti Pizza
122 E.41st St
(Between Lexington Ave and Park Ave)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-557-4992
Combo Special – Two Regular slices of Pizza and a Soda for $5.51 in Midtown ain’t a bad deal. Sandwiches $5.05 after 5PM
Hours: Mon-Fri 10AM-8PM
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7, S to Grand Central-42nd St
Web site: http://previtipizza.com
45 Deli Market
839 Second Ave
(At E.45th St)
New York, NY 10017
Ph: 212-557-2007
Deli near United Nations building. Breakfast Specials – Bagel with Butter 65 cents, Egg Sandwich – 2 Eggs with Cheese $1.75
Hours: Open 24 Hours
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7 to Grand Central-42nd St
Gourmet 53
Food Court in Basement of 875 Third Ave
(Between E.52nd St and 53rd St)
New York, NY 10022
Ph: 212-223-8481
Coconut shrimp lunch special is a big hit. A Mexican inspired sandwich (Cemita Poblano, Pollo Torta and Chicken Milanesa) with french fries, pita chips or a roll, a cookie, a small fruit salad or Jello and a can of soda is $8.
Hours: Mon-Fri 7AM-3:30PM
Subway: E, M to Lexington Ave/53rd St, 6 to 51st St
Shalom Bombay
344 Lexington Ave
(Between E.39th St and E.40th St)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-922-0224
Kosher Indian Restaurant.
Lunch Special Hours: Sun-Fri 12PM-3PM
$8.95 Lunch Box Special (To Go Only); $9.95 Chicken Lunch Box; $9.95 Tandoori Lunch Box; $12.95 Lunch Buffet
Subway: 4, 5, 6, 7, S to Grand Central
Haandi
113 Lexington Ave
(Between E.27th St & E.28th St)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-685-5200
Pakistani restaurant. Meat Samosa $1.25; Meat Platters $7.99 Lunch Buffet $9.99 from 12PM-4PM
Hours: 10AM-4AM
Subway: 6 to 28th St
Wahoo’s
333 Park Ave.
(Between E.25th & E.26th Sts)
New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-466-3330
Fish tacos, Burritos, Kalua Pig Bowl and more. Most items below $10.
Subway: 6 to 23rd St or 28 St
Lillie’s
13 E 17th St
(Between 5th Ave & Broadway)
New York, NY 10003
Ph: 212-337-1970
Only for Lunch Special – Burger, Fries or Warm Beet Salad plus Beer $10
Subway: N, Q, R to 14th St-Union Square
Lahori Kabab
124 Lexington Ave
(Between E.28th St & E.29th St)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-400-1166
Keema Naan ($5) looks yummy at this Pakistani restaurant.
Hours: 10AM-4AM
Subway: 6 to 28 St
Curry in a Hurry
119 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-683-0900
Samosas (Veg 2 for $2.50, Meat 1 for $1.50); Chicken Tikka Masala $8.99
Hours: Daily, 11AM-Midnight
Subway: 6 to 28 St
Roomali
97 Lexington Ave
(on E.27th St)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-679-8900
Roti Wrap $5.75-$7
Hours: Daily, 12PM-11PM
Subway: 6 to 28th St
Jaiya Thai Restaurant
396 3rd Ave
(At 28th St)
New York, NY 10016
Ph: 212-889-1330
Go for the lunch specials $7.95 Mon-Fri, 11:30AM-3PM
Hours: Sun-Thu: 11AM-11PM Fri-Sat: 11:30AM-12AM
Subway: 6 to 28 St
New York Burger Co.
303 Park Avenue South
(Between E.22nd St & E.23rd St)
New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-254-2727
Bowery Burger $7.75
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30AM-10:30PM Sat 11:30AM-10PM Sun 11:30AM-10 PM
Subway: 6 to 23rd St