Best (and Cheap) Places to Eat Around Campus

The ritual of eating food together is an important one. It probably was for many of us growing up, and it will be in college. Sharing a meal with the roommates I just met, at the lounge or living room of the first-year residence hall I just moved into, stopping by a diner downstairs to get my morning bagel (like all real New Yorkers do), going to a cafe for Sunday brunch, or picnicking in the park after the Welcome Week marquee event is how I got to know my roommates, made my first friends, and found my community at NYU. 

Before I deep dive into some of my favorite places to eat around campus, I should say that in New York City, you will literally find everything and anything when it comes to food/places to eat. New York City is a metropolitan hub that prides itself on diversity in people, stories, and experiences. And the same applies to food, be it niche cafes or well-renowned fancy restaurants. As you can imagine, you can find authentic food from all corners of the world here. And that is the beauty of it. Food helps us find common ground. It connects us and bridges cultural and generational gaps. Oftentimes, sharing a meal together or trying a new cuisine is a great way to learn about one’s culture and make a new friend.