The Can’t-Miss Food In New York: The Daily Meal

NEW YORK — From a coastal seafood delicacy to a hearty Midwestern sandwich, each state, including New York, has that one iconic food every local loves and every visitor should try. The Daily Meal recently compiled its list of the one can’t-miss food in each state.

To determine which delicacy made the cut, staff at The Daily Meal looked through local and regional publications, focusing on discussions of food and restaurant recommendations. It also combed through restaurant reviews to narrow down contenders according to deliciousness, availability outside the state and how beloved the food is by locals.

In New York, a slice of pizza is one that’s just not as good in other states — if you can even find it in other states, according to The Daily Meal.

Do you agree with The Daily Meal’s choice? What do you think is the most iconic food in New York? Sound off in the comments.

The Daily Meal also includes some suggestions on where to find this regional delicacy. The editors suggest skipping the "dollar-slice joints" and opt for one of the classics, such as Joe's Pizza on Carmine Street in Greenwich Village or NY Pizza Supreme on 8th Avenue near Madison Square Garden in New York City.

See the full list of top foods in each state on The Daily Meal’s website.