Space blends art deco and botanical-inspired design with bright natural light creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Seating is ample with a secret back area adding privacy. Energy feels like visiting friends, with thoughtful details and organic, plant-based menu options.
Offers tasty healthy fast food with very reasonable prices for a high-end fast food service.
Offers quick, healthy lunches with plant-based options in a comfortable setting. Lines tend to be shorter than nearby spots, making it convenient for office workers.
"The vegetarian food here is so flavorful and healthy."
"The staff at this lunch spot are so friendly and welcoming."
"I found the fast food here to be delicious and healthy."
Good to know
The entire menu is 100% plant-based, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
Expect a 20% service charge automatically added to takeout orders.
The establishment avoids single-use plates and silverware for dine-in.
Narrow indoor space contrasts with a heated outdoor patio offering comfort. Serves quick vegan lunch options perfect for work breaks. Menu features vegan American fast food with clean, light flavors and a lively crowd.
Offers vegan American fast food with a great variety of sides, quick bites, and entrees. Food tastes clean, light, and healthy while staying true to fast food style.
Offers quick vegan lunch options ideal for grabbing on the go. Serves as a reliable spot for daily or nearby work lunches with consistent availability.
Good to know
The restaurant is takeout only until further notice.
The restaurant offers a meat-free platter and loaded fries on Fridays.
There is no public restroom available at the restaurant.
Small space with limited seating and exceptional interior design creates a clean, simple, and welcoming environment. Music plays to enhance an electric vibe where staff treat people like family. Massive portions of top-tier fried chicken define the food experience.
Offers fried chicken, burgers, wraps, and rice bowls with amazing fries. Serves quick bites ideal for late-night or casual meals.
Offers a quick lunch option with delicious hot chicken. Popular spot for a satisfying midday meal in midtown.
Good to know
The entrance is located inside 33rd street.
Fluffies Hot Chicken offers large portion sizes that can feed 2-3 people.
There are five different sauces available to choose from.
Middle Eastern fast food spot offers customizable bowls with fresh, vibrant flavors and reasonable prices. Atmosphere feels clean and luxurious with a pleasant vibe for eating and drinking. Lines get long but move quickly during peak hours, attracting a steady lunch crowd.
Offers fast food Mediterranean with consistently pretty good food quality. Stands out as a solid fast food option in its category.
Lines move very quickly during peak hours, making it a solid choice for a quick lunch. Offers healthy options around $13, ideal for take away near busy spots.
Good to know
You must order ahead for lunch to avoid long wait times.
Lunch costs around $13, with bowls priced at $13.50 including tax.
The lines get really long during peak lunch hours, so plan accordingly.
Mediterranean restaurant offers build-your-own bowls with a wide variety of fresh toppings and bases. The atmosphere is fast-paced and lively, especially during lunch hours, with a welcoming and energetic vibe created by the team. No seating is available, emphasizing quick service and takeaway.
Offers many options including plant-based choices. Food quality stands out compared to other fast food spots. Good for a quick bite with Mediterranean flavors.
Lunch offers quick service with meals served within 10 minutes even during peak hours. Food tastes great and uses healthier ingredients compared to typical lunch spots. Staff provide a warm welcome, making it a reliable choice for office lunches.
Good to know
This place does not have dine in; it's takeout only.
Don't go on weekdays between 12-1:30 PM to avoid crowds.
Do NOT order online for pickup during the weekday lunch rush (11am - 3pm).
Small taco spot with standing tables only and a crowded, cozy vibe. Live tortilla making and a self-serve salsa bar add to an authentic Mexican atmosphere. The place fills with people drawn by highly praised tacos and a lively lunch scene.
Food comes out fast with quick service and always tastes fresh. The spot offers fast food style meals with great quality at a convenient price point.
Quick service and affordable prices make it a solid choice for lunch. The spot offers a light, tasty meal ideal for a brief break or people watching near Penn Station.
Good to know
Expect a long queue during lunch time.
The only time the line isn’t long is at 8am when they have breakfast tacos.
Tacos can be consumed on site but strictly standing up.
Korean restaurant with a clean, industrial aesthetic and a cozy vibe. Spacious dining area includes partitioned seating and a connected coffee shop. Atmosphere feels efficient yet comfortable, blending quick service with a relaxed space.
Offers a quick bite that is faster than typical fast food. Serves affordable options like rice boxes, kimbap, and side dishes. Meals come together quickly and taste good.
Lunch offers a variety of lunch boxes and sides for mix and match. Meals come fresh, with generous portions that stay available even after 2pm, all at an affordable price.
Good to know
The prices are very affordable, with nothing above $12.
Expect limited food options after 1pm, as items sell out quickly.
Lunch hours can get busy, leading to faster sell-outs of food.
Japanese grocery store combines supermarket and restaurant with separate entrances and upstairs seating area. Atmosphere feels cozy and friendly with Pokémon Mart music playing, creating a unique vibe. Offers wide selection of Japanese groceries and ready-to-eat meals, attracting those seeking authentic pantry essentials.
Offers quick meals with options like katsu curry chicken with rice for a fast bite.
Ready-made lunch options include sushi, seaweed salad, and onigiri. Prices stay around $10, making meals affordable and convenient for takeout or quick dining.
Good to know
The kitchen closes at 7 PM.
You need to order your food at the register first and then pick it up.
The market stays open until 8 PM.
Small space with wrap-around barstools offers a calm spot with a 1920s Shanghai vibe and jazz music. Hand-cut noodles provide a quick, filling meal perfect for fast food or lunch. Authentic, cheap options attract nearby workers regularly.
Offers light yet filling food that suits a midday meal. Serves authentic, cheap lunch options that attract nearby workers regularly.
Good to know
The restaurant offers gluten-free noodles and customizable spice levels.
Portion sizes are large, making it ideal for sharing or a big appetite.
Prices are reasonable, providing good value for the portion sizes.
Japanese restaurant offers a modern, clean, and spacious environment with heated seats and green decor including bonsai trees and lanterns. The atmosphere stays quiet and cozy with cool music and nature videos on a TV wall. Sushi stands out as exceptionally good, often regarded as the best in Midtown.
Offers healthy, quick meals with a Japanese fast food style. Provides enough space for multiple dishes even in a fast-paced setting.
Offers clean and neat Japanese lunch boxes with right portions for midday meals. Serves quick and reasonably priced sushi lunches suitable for a sit-down meal.
Good to know
The restaurant offers seasonal specials that change regularly.
You order at the entrance, which may speed up service.
Expect additional charges for each option chosen, like $3 for salad.
Small, clean, and bright pizza restaurant with limited seating and a stand-up bar. Atmosphere feels authentic to New York City with great music and a lively vibe. Known for best chicken chipotle pizza, phenomenal grandma slice, and garlic knots, it offers a quick, convenient spot for a casual meal.
Offers a quick meal with solid pizzeria options. Good spot for a fast bite without fuss.
Quick, inexpensive slices make it a solid choice for lunch. Frequent visits show the slice and soda combo works well, and garlic knots add a tasty touch.
Good to know
The venue closes at 9:30 PM, despite the website stating it closes at 10 PM.
The restaurant has limited seating, so arrive early.
The price is $9 for 2 slices and a coke, making it affordable.
Limited seating and takeaway-style setup create a lively atmosphere with high noise levels during peak times. Sports decor and TVs provide a casual spot to catch games, while friendly staff contribute to a welcoming environment.
Quick bites come through here with ease, making it a solid choice for a fast meal. The spot offers a welcoming vibe that stands out among fast food chains.
Boneless wings stand out as a quick lunch option that consistently satisfies. Friendly service adds to the great lunch experience making it a favored spot for midday meals.
Good to know
The restaurant is primarily a takeout location with limited seating.
Expect long wait times during busy events like the Super Bowl.
Online orders incur a takeout fee.
Bright, clean space with minimal decor and ample seating offers a quiet, pleasant atmosphere. The environment supports sitting and relaxing for a while, with a vibe that feels professional and well-maintained.
Offers Americanized Chinese fast food that is quick and cheap, making it a solid alternative to burgers and pizzas. Food comes fast and prices stay low, fitting well for a convenient takeout option.
Offers a quick and affordable lunch option with generally good taste. Expect long queues during lunch hours and occasional issues with portion sizes.
Good to know
Long queues are to be expected at lunch hours.
The establishment always closes 20 minutes before the posted closing time.
The restaurant offers 25% off for your first order if you order online.
Halal food truck offers top-rated chicken and lamb with a quick combo deal perfect for lunch. Open late, it serves fast food in a clean, cool spot with friendly staff. Great for a late-night bite or corporate orders.
Open late hours make it easy to grab a quick meal even at night. Food comes out fast, perfect for a late-night bite after other activities.
Lunch features a combo deal with chicken, lamb, fries, and flavorful rice for around $9. The halal cart serves quick, satisfying meals and handles corporate orders with care.
Good to know
The restaurant is open almost all day and all night.
There was no waiting even at 8:30 p.m.
The meal includes fries and a pita along with onions, spicy rice, and lots of sauce for $9.
Fast casual sushi spot offers spacious seating and a quiet, welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff creating an inviting vibe. The environment feels clean and basic, with music adding to the energy. Customers can customize poke bowls with unlimited protein toppings, setting it apart from typical options.
Offers quick meals with a focus on healthier fast food options. Food comes together fast, making it easy to grab a bite on the go.
Frequent visits show lunch offers quick, tasty, and healthy options. Salmon poke stands out as a delicious choice, and staff stay efficient even during rush hour.
Good to know
The line at Pokeworks moves quickly, making it a good lunch option.
Expect small portion sizes for the price, especially for $17 dishes.
Pokeworks allows unlimited ingredients for proteins, offering good value.
Two-storey layout offers upstairs seating with tables by windows providing a great view. Atmosphere feels fast-paced and can get crowded, resembling typical fast food spots. Space is generally ample but some areas like staircases are narrow.
Fast food service runs with friendly staff and an efficient system that keeps wait times short. The place stays very clean, making it a solid choice for quick meals.
Fast service gets orders out in under 5 minutes even during lunch rush. Lines get long and the place can feel chaotic at peak hours, which may affect a short lunch break.
Good to know
You order your food on the first floor and seating is on the second floor.
There is no parking available.
A plain chicken sandwich costs nearly $6.00.
Burger restaurant offers best burgers with craft beer and canned wine options. Space is small and crowded, with limited seating and some outdoor tables. Atmosphere is noisy and lively, especially during busy times.
Quality of meat stands out with superior raw materials. Sandwiches and burgers rank as tasty fast food options. Staff are notably friendly compared to typical fast food places.
Offers a quick meal option near theaters, making it convenient for grabbing lunch before a show. Expect long lines during lunch hours that can slow down the experience.
Good to know
Get your brunch here in the morning if you don’t want to wait in long lines.
Shake Shack gets crowded, so go during off-peak times to find a seat.
The average cost for two people is $30 to $35.
Pizza spot shines with quick bites perfect for busy days and quality pizza that satisfies lunch cravings. Cozy, lively vibe with 80's and 90's music keeps energy up. Clean, modern space with open kitchen invites guests to relax and enjoy.
Offers quick bites suitable for busy times with acceptable fast food quality.
Quality pizza makes this spot a solid choice for lunch. The vibe stays unpretentiously welcoming, fitting for a quick meal or grabbing a couple of slices.
Good to know
They offer a $7 deal that includes 2 slices and a drink of your choice.
The location is right near Penn Station.
Quality Pizza has an all day deal: 2 cheese slices with water or soda for $7.
Modern design and live DJ music create a lively vibe blending steakhouse and nightclub. Quick, fast food style service suits a casual bite, while power lunch deals like the Wagyu burger offer great value. Attentive staff make lunch breaks pleasant and memorable.
Power lunch deals offer incredible value with specials like the Wagyu burger and fries. Attentive service from staff like Firuza and Raheim makes lunch breaks pleasant and memorable.
Good to know
Happy hour includes half off appetizers and is highly recommended.
Avoid 6pm bookings during the week due to happy hour lasting until 6:30pm.
STK has a deal for $69 per person for two, including wine and appetizers.
Small chicken restaurant with spacious seating on two floors and immaculately clean tables. Atmosphere is pleasant and family-friendly, often busy during lunchtime. Self-serve drink stations offer unlimited drinks including horchata, jamaica, and mango.
Convenient location near a busy area makes it easy to grab a quick bite. The Mac and cheese stands out as a notably creamy and satisfying option among fast food choices.
Chicken stands out as the main dish during lunch. Service is quick with little wait time. The atmosphere feels like eating at home, making it a comfortable lunch spot.
Good to know
The restaurant can get pretty packed at lunch time.
Expect limited menu options shortly after opening.
The 2nd floor is closed, forcing customers to stand and wait for seats.
Small, hole-in-the-wall Mediterranean restaurant with cramped seating and a cozy atmosphere. The space is clean and comfortable despite its size. Known for freshly baked pita bread and flavorful dishes like lamb gyros and falafel sandwiches.
Offers quick bites that satisfy without delay. Prices stay reasonable and the spot includes a bathroom for convenience.
Large portions make lunch filling and satisfying. The kebab stands out as an excellent takeout option. This spot works well for both quick and leisurely lunches.
Good to know
The restaurant serves halal meat.
The restaurant only offers bottled water and does not provide tap water.
Tips were automatically added to the bill.
Two floors offer spacious seating with upstairs and downstairs views. The atmosphere is warm and lively, filled with smoke from cooking that adds to the energy. TVs show live sports, and bar seating includes outlets for charging devices.
Offers plant-based burgers that stand out in fast food. Fries come out as best among fast food joints. Provides a quick bite option that feels nicer than typical fast food spots.
White truffle burger and hit fries stand out as lunch choices. Food comes quickly but can be tight on time during lunch breaks.
Good to know
The establishment often closes before the stated time, so check before visiting.
Expect wait times of 45 minutes to an hour during peak hours.
The restaurant has significant cleanliness issues, including dirty bathrooms.
Indian restaurant with open kitchen and spacious seating offers both indoor and outdoor options. Atmosphere feels rustic and chaotic, with a crowded and lively environment. Decor evokes Bollywood memories but shows signs of wear and needs updating.
Offers quick Indian street-style fast food with options for a fast meal or snack. Known for late-night availability and satisfying cravings for a desi quick bite.
Offers a diverse selection that suits vegetarian diets and group lunches. Provides affordable and satisfying meals that work well for work or casual lunch.
Good to know
If you are placing an order for pickup, be prepared to wait for at least an hour.
You should order online about 1/2 hour before you’re ready to pick up to skip the line.
There is no parking available near the restaurant, so plan accordingly.
Small building hides a surprisingly spacious interior with authentic New York vibe and clean dining area. Noise level runs high, creating a lively atmosphere where people get loud. Quick grab-and-carry service pairs with plenty of tables for sitting down and enjoying pizza.
Offers pizza by the slice with about 20-30 options ready at any time. Plenty of seating available for a quick bite or takeaway.
Pizza comes highly recommended by a lifelong New Yorker as a quick and delicious lunch option. Lunch lines move fast, with no waiting even on Fridays, and staff provide paper plates for easy takeout.
Good to know
Do not go when there is an event happening at Madison Square Garden.
You should always come before a Rangers game.
Card payments only start at $10, even if you just want another slice.
Spacious pizza restaurant with loud music and a busy, chaotic vibe. Offers indoor and outdoor seating with views of the Empire State Building. Known for great-tasting pizza and a solid beer selection.
Quick service delivers pizza slices within 20 minutes, making it a solid choice for a fast food meal. Plenty of table space and the option to order beer add to the convenience for a quick bite.
Quick and friendly service handles the lunch rush well. Lunch deals include two cheese slices and a drink for about nine dollars, making it a solid spot for fast New York style pizza during a break.
Good to know
The pizza place is open 24 hours for takeout.
Expect to pay $1-2 more than the price on the wall per slice.
They charge a 4% fee if you pay with a card.