Taylor Swift's NYC Restaurant Guide: Where the Pop Star Dines (and What to Order)

Taylor Swift's NYC Restaurant Guide: Where the Pop Star Dines (and What to Order)

Taylor Swift is known for her music, her cats, and her love of New York City. But she's also got a serious palate, and she's been spotted at some of the city's most coveted restaurants.

We've compiled a list of the buzziest NYC restaurants Taylor Swift has visited, with insider tips from PureWow editors on how to secure a reservation, what to order, and other tips for making the most of your visit.

Brooklyn

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1. Lucali

• Location: 575 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
• Reservations: n/a
• What to Order: large pie with basil, side of pepperoni chips

Lucali is a cash-only, no-frills BYOB pizza spot in Carroll Gardens that's so popular you typically need to wait just to get your name on the list. But the wait is worth it for their light and perfectly blistered crust and fresh ingredients. The pizza is so good, it's the only thing on the menu besides a calzone.

Midtown + Upper Manhattan

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2. Levain Bakery

• Location: multiple locations
• Reservations: n/a (but they ship nationwide!)
• What to Order: chocolate chip walnut cookies

Taylor Swift has deemed Levain’s chocolate chip walnut cookies “worth the journey,” calling them “destiny.” The cookies are gooey on the inside, crisp and chewy on the outside, and have been a New York City institution since they were created.

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3. Minetta Tavern

• Location: 113 MacDougal St, New York, NY 10012
• Reservations: 212-475-3850 or Resy
• What to Order: grilled island creek oysters, grilled market fish, Black Label burger

Minetta Tavern is a dark and moody space with an intimate vibe. Taylor Swift enjoyed oysters, scallops, and dover sole on her most recent visit, but the Black Label Burger, with its caramelized onions, is a standout menu item.

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4. Nobu 57

• Location: 40 W 57th St, New York, NY 10019
• Reservations: online
• What to Order: black cod with miso

Nobu 57 is a celebrity favorite, and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce reportedly dined in the restaurant’s private hibachi room. The restaurant is known for its black cod with miso and Peruvian fusion dishes.

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5. Shake Shack

• Location: multiple locations
• Reservations: n/a
• What to Order: a Shackburger (beef patty, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and ShackSauce), chocolate salted caramel shake

Shake Shack is a New York City institution, and Taylor Swift is a fan. She once told Glamour that a Shackburger and shake combo sold her on the idea of moving to New York.

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6. The Polo Bar

• Location: 1 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022
• Reservations: Resy
• What to Order: Reuben

Taylor Swift has deemed The Polo Bar’s Reuben “quite possibly the sandwich they feed you if you get to heaven.” The Ralph Lauren-owned bar is a preppy, equestrian-themed space with dark wood, leather-covered chairs, and horse portraits lining the walls.

Downtown Manhattan

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7. Banzarbar

• Location: Freeman Alley, New York, NY 10002
• Reservations: Resy
• What to Order: tempura cauliflower, Shackleton’s Urn

Banzarbar is a discreet, 20-seat cocktail bar located inside Freemans. It’s where Taylor Swift celebrated her 34th birthday, sipping cocktails and blowing out candles on a Milk Bar cake. The Shackleton’s Urn is a popular cocktail choice.

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8. BondST

• Location: 6 Bond St, New York, NY 10012
• Reservations: OpenTable
• What to Order: spicy tuna roll, crispy rice, lychee martini

Taylor Swift had a girls’ night out with Selena Gomez and other friends at BondST. The restaurant is a favorite among PureWow editors, who rave about the sushi, crispy rice, and lychee martinis.

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9. Emilio’s Ballato

• Location: 55 E Houston St, New York, NY 10012
• Reservations: n/a
• What to Order: chicken parm, zucchini frites

Emilio’s Ballato is a tiny, intimate space with a long line of people waiting for a table. The chicken parm and zucchini frites are popular menu items, but the executive chef posts daily specials on Instagram you won’t find on the menu.

10. Hotel Barrière Fouquet's New York

• Location: 456 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10013
• Reservations: Resy; Titsou is first-come, first-served only
• What to Order: Espresso Azul

Hotel Barrière Fouquet's New York is home to Titsou Bar, a glittering cocktail bar with plush purples and sleek marble. The Espresso Azul, their version of an espresso martini, is a must-try.

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11. Il Buco Alimentari & Vineria

• Location: 53 Great Jones St, New York, NY 10012
• Reservations: Resy
• What to Order: busiate pasta, branzino

Taylor Swift has been spotted at Il Buco Alimentari with other A-listers, including Laura Dern and Zoe Kravitz. The restaurant is known for its pasta, including the busiate pasta.

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12. Locanda Verde

• Location: 377 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10013
• Reservations: Accepted 30 days in advance online
• What to Order: mezzi rigatoni, lamb meatball sliders

Locanda Verde is a charming Italian restaurant tucked away on a quiet street. The pasta is a highlight, and the decor is understated and rustic but still elevated.

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13. Meduza Mediterrania

• Location: 657 Hudson Street, New York, New York 10014
• Reservations: Available up to 21 days in advance online
• What to Order: black truffle cacio e pepe

Meduza Mediterrania is a modern Mediterranean restaurant with an airy, Leanne Ford-esque decor. The restaurant is known for its raw bar, shareable apps, and mains like butterfish in a honey miso reduction and herb-roasted rack of lamb.

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14. Temple Bar

• Location: 332 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012
• Reservations: Resy
• What to Order: ‘Sick As’ Martini, caviar bumps, housemade pigs in a blanket

Temple Bar is a revamp of an old-school hot spot from the '90s that was famous for its martinis. The bar leans into the cocktail, offering a great selection of classics and new faves alike. The ‘Sick As’ Espresso Martini is a popular choice.

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15. Via Carota

• Location: 51 Grove St, New York, NY 10014
• Reservations: (212) 255-1962; walk-ins welcome
• What to Order: pappardelle with wild boar ragu, cultured butter and salted anchovies bruschetta, tiramisu

Via Carota is a renowned Italian restaurant with a knack for making simple dishes shine. The pappardelle with wild boar ragu and the cultured butter and salted anchovies bruschetta are particularly noteworthy.

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16. Waverly Inn

• Location: 16 Bank St, New York, NY 10014
• Reservations: Resy
• What to Order: Waverly all-natural cheeseburger, dirty martini

Waverly Inn is a cozy restaurant with fireplaces, wooden accents, and red booths. The iconic cheeseburger and fries are a must-try, as well as the dirty martini. It's known to be packed with tastemakers.

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17. Zero Bond

• Location: 0 Bond St, New York, NY 10012
• Reservations: members only
• What to Order: toro sashimi with crispy rice, chocolate chip cookies

Zero Bond is a swanky, members-only haunt with cool lounge areas, cozy nooks, and private dining rooms. Taylor Swift has been spotted there with Miles and Keleigh Teller, as well as Travis Kelce. The chocolate chip cookies are worth the hype.

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