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Satisfy your craving for traditional American cuisine with these 3 New York City newcomers

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Published on December 12, 2019
Satisfy your craving for traditional American cuisine with these 3 New York City newcomersPhoto: Bareburger/Yelp

So you're hungry — and you're ready for some traditional American cuisine. Good news: We've found the freshest spots to satisfy your appetite. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for traditional American food.

Bareburger

184 Eighth Ave., Chelsea

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Chelsea is home to a new location of Bareburger, the burger chain with upward of 40 restaurants around the world, most of them in the New York area. The new eatery boasts a 1,700-square-foot dining space and a full menu of organic and sustainable takes on American fast-food classics, like grass-fed beef burgers and organic chicken fingers. Bareburger also serves a wide array of plant-based sandwiches, vegan loaded fries and burgers made with Beyond patties.

Yelp users are excited about Bareburger, which currently holds four stars out of 12 reviews on the site.

Mindy K. noted, "Probably one of the best burgers I've ever had. Great quality of meat and cooked to perfection. Large portion size of waffle fries and can be shared. Would highly recommend."

Bareburger is open from 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. on Sunday-Thursday and 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Foodstruck

3106 35th St., Astoria

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Foodstruck is a late-night takeout spot serving food truck–style sandwiches and platters. Check out the double cheeseburger with spicy mayo, the grilled chicken rice bowl with barbecue sauce and fried eggs and Foodstruck's take on the classic NYC chopped cheese sandwich, served on a toasted roll with rosemary butter. There are fries, tots and rotating specials, too, including veggie-friendly options.

Yelp users are excited about Foodstruck, which currently holds five stars out of nine reviews on the site.

Yelper Jasna N., who reviewed Foodstruck on Oct. 16, wrote, "I got the burger and rosemary garlic tots and fries. It was made from scratch, using fresh ingredients. You can tell they care about serving quality food."

Stanley C. noted, "This is probably the best burger I've ever had. The cheese, caramel onions and gravy sauce were wonderful. I must try the rest of the menu!"

Foodstruck is open from 5 p.m.–3 a.m. on Tuesday-Thursday, 5 p.m.–4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday and 5 p.m.–1 a.m. on Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)

Market Gourmet Cafe

1390 Randall Ave., Hunts Point

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And finally, Market Gourmet Cafe is a cafeteria-style eatery offering hot dishes, a deli counter and grab-and-go options. Stop in for morning fare like bagels, omelets and breakfast burritos; salads and hot and cold sandwiches; Mediterranean kebab platters; and fresh-made pizza and stromboli. Market Gourmet Cafe also includes a grocery section selling candy, beer and more.

With a four-star rating out of four reviews on Yelp, Market Gourmet Cafe has been getting positive attention.

Yelper David R., who reviewed Market Gourmet Cafe on Sept. 12, wrote, "I ordered this monstrous Stromboli that was off the charts. So fresh. Cooked to perfection. The food is fantastic. The service was excellent. Couldn't ask for more."

Market Gourmet Cafe is open from 6 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.–6 p.m. on Friday and 6 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)


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