Enjoy a Bite From the Big Apple At These Restaurants in the New York, New York Las Vegas Hotel

Out of the big cities around the United States, no two cities see more tourism than New York City and Las Vegas. Now, if you don’t have the funds to visit both places any time soon, we reckon your next best bet is to visit the place that can give you the best of both worlds - and that is definitely the New York, New York Hotel in Las Vegas. Equipped with a mini Statue of Liberty, a roller coaster, and even a miniature Empire State Building, your trip to this hotel won’t be completely like visiting The Big Apple, but it will come pretty close. While you’re there, get your hands on some authentic New York eats using the list we’ve compiled down below.

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A trip to Las Vegas is expensive in its own right. A trip to Las Vegas complete with a different restaurant to dine out at for every meal is something that most of us probably don’t even want to think about. GiftYa understands that travel can be even more stressful when you’re worried about sticking to a budget. That’s why they’ve come up with a way to provide you with e-gift cards to restaurants in Las Vegas to hopefully alleviate some of that stress for you. Order one for someone who’s visiting the city on a tight budget! 

Sirrico’s Pizza

3790 Las Vegas Blvd S | The Strip | newyorknewyork.mgmrestorts.com

Las Vegas and New York City are two very different places with a few similarities. For instance: both experience a lively nightlife and lots of tourism, on top of being a pretty significant ground for performers to operate out of.

All of New York City, however, cannot possibly fit inside of Las Vegas, just as all of Las Vegas cannot possibly fit inside of New York City - and that’s a big reason behind why a lot of people are wary of the New York, New York Hotel. They can only capture bits and pieces of The Big Apple within their grounds, and many are afraid that it won’t live up to the real thing.

One thing they do get right, though, is their reconstruction of Greenwich Village, where you can walk up and down the cobblestone streets and get to know this little pocket of a tiny NYC. There, you’ll find Sirrico’s Pizza - the perfect place for you to grab a greasy slice of New York’s finest, or maybe even a whole pie if you’ve got a big group!

“Walking into Sirrico's is literally like wandering into a late night pizza shop in Westside Manhattan.  Practically drooling through the glass, I stared at the 18-inch pies, deciding which slice was going to be mine.” - Yelp Review

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Il Fornaio

3790 Las Vegas Blvd, Ste 13 | The Strip | ilfornaio.com

Just because The Venetian is home to gondola rides reminiscent of Venice, that doesn’t mean it’s the only place in Las Vegas for you to find some delicious, authentic Italian food for when the cravings strike. In fact, Il Fornaio, located in the New York, New York Hotel is home to one of Vegas’s hidden gems as far as Italian restaurants go.

They know their audience here at Il Fornaio, which means that you aren’t just going to be treated to some of the tastiest food in the area, but you’ll also be seated amidst an ambiance that is perfectly fitted to the Las Vegas experience - that means a lively atmosphere, lots of chatter, and great service.

Find authentic Italian cuisine here, cooked up using some of the oldest traditional cooking techniques straight out of Italy. They’ve also spent a lot of time working to craft the perfect wine and cocktail lists to ensure that you aren’t just enjoying phenomenal food, but phenomenal drinks to go with it.

“We're frequent Vegas visitors, we usually come down around 5-7 times a year. Each time, we make sure to dine here. The service has always been good.” - Yelp Review

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Tom’s Urban

3790 Las Vegas Blvd S | The Strip | tomswatchbar.com

No matter what kind of sports you’re into, we’re pretty sure that there’s one thing true of all varieties of athletics out there - the season does not wait for you to finish up your vacation. So, if you have a favorite team who you know is going to be playing while you’re in Las Vegas for a little vacation, you don’t have to give up on seeing the game completely.

In fact, there is no shortage of sports bars for you to find a big screen to watch the game on, but if you’re looking for one of the best places to watch the game in the presence of other people who are just as invested in the outcome as you are, you’ll definitely want to be making a trip to Tom’s Urban in the New York, New York Hotel.

There are screens quite literally everywhere in Tom’s (except the bathrooms), which means you’ll never be without a view to see what’s happening. While you’re here, enjoy some delicious bar food that will keep you fueled throughout the entire game - and then some.

“Our favorite place to eat in Vegas!! The best service and the most delicious food...Relaxed vibe, cool drinks, and great food. What more can you ask for from a restaurant?” - Yelp Review

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Broadway Burger Bar & Grill

3790 S Las Vegas Blvd | The Strip | broadwayburgerbar.com

Any time you see Las Vegas portrayed in a film or TV show, it always winds up looking like this seedy place where everything is just a little bit grungy and mediocre in the light of day. The truth is, though, that just like you’ll find with pretty much any new place you go to, your trip to Las Vegas is exactly what you set out to make it.

If you’re looking for restaurants that are a little more refined, there are no shortage of them - just be prepared to pay for that kind of service when your final bill arrives. If you’re looking for something that’s kind of in the middle of upscale and affordable for everyone, look no further than Broadway Burger Bar & Grill.

At this restaurant, you’ll find food that is delicious, relatively affordable (as far as Las Vegas prices go), and that’s made up of some of the highest quality ingredients they can obtain. All of the beef that they bring in for their burgers comes from 100% grass-fed cattle and is completely free of any hormones or antibiotics - so you know it’s good!

“A must for appetizers to hold you over until dinner or late night treat. I recommend the happy hour which is only available Monday through Thursday but I would check their website to make sure.” - Yelp Review

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Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs

3790 Las Vegas Blvd S | The Strip | nathansfamous.com

Let’s be honest with ourselves for a minute: while there are definitely plenty of things for you to do and see while you’re in Las Vegas, if you’ve come without kids and you’re over the age of twenty-one, you’re probably not here to see the sites - not sober, at least. Because of this, we think it’s a good idea to provide you with at least one spot that will be the perfect hangover killer.

In the basement of New York, New York Las Vegas is Nathan’s Famous Hotdogs, and it is the perfect place for you to stop by in the early hours of the morning to sop up some of that alcohol with a little grease before you finally go to bed. There’s no need to watch the room turn upside down when you lay down if you can avoid it.

Now, everyone has their preferred hot dog brand, but Nathan’s Famous is one of the originals - and they really do make some of the best hot dogs. Order yours with whatever toppings you’re most fond of, and don’t forget to order a side of fries while you’re at it!

“Have you had too much tequila? Do you need to absorb said tequila? Nathan's has a nice footlong chili cheese dog that will help you with that.” - Yelp Review

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Shake Shack

3790 Las Vegas Blvd S | The Strip | shakeshack.com

One of the most famous fast food restaurants along the west coast is In-N-Out Burgers, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they are the be-all, end-all of chain restaurants that you have to try while you’re in Las Vegas. In fact, one of the most beloved restaurants is actually located inside MGM’s New York, New York Hotel: Shake Shack.

As you can probably ascertain from the name, one of the most popular items on their menu is actually their milkshakes - but they also put together a pretty mean burger if you’re in the mood for something that’s both affordable and delicious. Be sure to request a healthy side of fries to go with it if you want the ultimate Shake Shack experience.

The interesting thing about this particular chain? It actually sprouted up out of a hot dog cart that ran out of New York City - and ever since then, they have been serving up everything from burgers to chicken sandwiches to some classic dogs to, of course, milkshakes in order to satisfy whatever craving you might be having.

“Mercy! I order this all over the United States and it has never failed me! That gooey cheese is amazing and the burger is cooked perfectly. The bun is perfect and the fresh veggies are awesome. We love this burger.” - Yelp Review

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Forget about what’s trendy for a minute. Sometimes you’re just in the mood for something that reminds you of home, and that’s exactly what you’ll find at restaurants in the New York New York, Las Vegas hotel. Let us know which one met your cravings halfway in the comments below!