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Ben Yabsley's Food + Drink Guide To New York City

by Ben Yabsley

Aussie Adevertisting expert, Ben Yabley is living his dream life in New York working for major clients like Converse, Budweiser, Google and more.  Here he shares his top NYC food and drinking hotspots. From where to find the best flat white in NYC, to a restaurant that has been serving incredible Ukrainian food in the East Village since 1954! 

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For Food:
Veselka

Since 1954, Veselka has been serving up traditional Ukrainian food in the heart of the East Village.

144 Second Avenue, New York.

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Dim Sum Go Go

For amazing dim sum.

5 E Broadway, New York.

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Sao Mai

Sao Mai is devoted to serving customers mouthwatering Vietnamese with the highest quality ingredients available. 

203 First Ave, New York.

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Rubirosa Pizza + Ristorante

For classic Italian.

235 Mulberry Street, New York. 

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Prince St Pizza

Home to the Sicilian slice.

27 Prince St, New York.

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Xe May Sandwich Shop

Sandwich anyone?

96 St Marks Place, New York.

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For Drinks:
Spring Lounge or Sweet & Vicious

For post-work drinks.

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Von or Home Sweet Home

If it’s going to turn into a late one.

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For Coffee:
Gimme Coffee on Mott Street in Nolita

Bad coffee is a crime - one the US is notoriously guilty of committing, but if Ben is to be believed, apparently this is the spot for the best flat white in New York.

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Brooklyn Diamond on West Broadway Street in Soho

Makes the best cold brew anywhere. 

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