30 Facts about New York City Food

New York City's food scene is legendary, and it's no surprise why. Here are 25 facts that showcase the city's diverse and delicious culinary landscape.

Facts about New York food

• The cuisine of New York City consists of many cuisines brought by immigrant communities. 
• Almost all ethnic cuisines are present in New York City. 
• New York Restaurant Week started in 1992. 
• New York City has over 12,000 bodegas, delis, and groceries. 
• The bacon, egg and cheese sandwich is associated with New York City. 
• The black and white cookie is associated with New York City. 
• The chopped cheese is one of the best-known bodega menu items. 
• Delmonico steak is associated with New York City cuisine. 
• Eggs Benedict is generally regarded as having been popularized by the Waldorf. 
• Hot dogs are often sold from hot dog carts in New York City. 
• New York-style cheesecake is associated with the city. 
• New York-style pizza is associated with the city. 
• New York-style bagels are associated with the city's cuisine. 
• New York-style pastrami is associated with the city's cuisine. 
• Waldorf salad was first created at the Waldorf. 
• New York's Ashkenazi Jewish community brought many dishes to the city. 
• The New York delicatessen was originally an institution of the city's Jewish community. 
• Bagels and lox are part of New York's Jewish food tradition. 
• Bodegas are convenience stores that stock snacks, candy, and hot prepared food. 
• Some New York City bodegas are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 
• The chopped cheese contains chopped ground beef, onions, condiments, melted cheese, tomatoes, and lettuce. 
• The bacon, egg and cheese sandwich is made with bacon, eggs, and cheese. 
• Chop suey appeared on New York restaurant menus as early as 1896. 
• Chow mein became popular in New York during the twentieth century. 
• General Tso's chicken was popularized in New York City by chef Peng Chang-kuei. 
• Chino-Latino cuisine in New York is associated with Chinese Cuban immigration. 
• New York City has a diverse coffee and dessert culture influenced by immigrants. 
• Coffee houses began appearing along Wall Street in the late 18th century. 
• America's first doughnut shop was opened in 1673 by Dutch woman Anna Joralemon. 
• The black and white cookie was introduced by Bavarian immigrants John and Justine Glaser. 

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