25 FAMOUS PLACES TO EAT IN NYC WITHOUT GOING BROKE

Finding famous places to eat in NYC that won’t break the bank shouldn’t be the impossible dream.

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There are plenty of places to eat in the Big Apple where you can get a great meal – from gourmet to vegan to every ethnic cuisine on earth – at a decent price.

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Katz’s Deli

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Joe’s Pizza

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Stardust Diner

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Sadelle’s

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Nathan’s Famous

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2nd Avenue Deli

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