Cheap Places to Eat in Secaucus

"Restaurants Steakhouse Williamsburg. Although a slew of Luger copycats have prospered in the last several years, none have captured the elusive charm of this beer-hall style eatery, with well-worn wooden floors and tables, and waiters in waist coats and bow ties. Excess is the thing, like the famous porterhouse for two, which is 44 ounces of sliced prime beef."

"Another of the city’s greatest steakhouses, Peter Luger opened in Williamsburg in 1887 and even today can often be a tough reservation to snag. Go for the porterhouse, of course, which is dry-aged and served in a pool of butter and its own juices. If there for lunch, don’t miss the hamburger."

"Shake Shack has some VERY loyal fans, and once you taste their burgers you’ll be one too. With locations all over NYC and some amazing options for under $7, Shake Shack is always a good idea!. What to try: ‘Shroom Burger — crisp-fried portobello mushroom filled with melted muenster and cheddar cheeses, topped with lettuce, tomato and ShackSauce™."

"The secret to the Shackburger's ever-lasting popularity is the patty, which has big beef flavor and just a hint of funkiness. It packs more of a meaty wallop than the similar menu item at West Coast favorite In-N-Out Burger. The Shackburger might very well be New York's favorite hamburger."

"Chinese , Dim Sum"

"Another solid pizza pick when eating out with single-digit aged diners, Juliana’s was opened in 2012 by Patsy Grimaldi, right next door to the iconic eponymous Dumbo pizzeria he opened, Grimaldi’s, after an extensive pizza war. Note that waits get long during peak times, like weekends, though usually not as long as Grimaldi’s next door. There’s also plenty to explore down the block, in Brooklyn Bridge Park, if there’s a considerable wait time and someone in the party sticks around on line."

"Do you ever dance in your seat when you finally have a bite of amazing, out of this world food?"

"Call Patrizia’s and get some veal scaloppine or a pizza with salami, hot peppers, and mozzarella. Or pretend you’re a baby and get something off the kids menu. Just dial 718-884-5700 for pickup or delivery."

"The Neapolitan (round) crust has a truly memorable crunchy, thin(ish) crust. The square pies are deep dish. My favorite is the classic House pie, but try as much as possible on the menu."

"If you’re wondering when your friends are going to stop sharing beach, boat, and lake pictures, might we suggest bringing your summer-travel-envy self elsewhere?. One of our favorite breweries in the Catskills is collaborating with burger-and-milkshake spot, Creamline, on a brand new beer garden outside of Chelsea Market. Starting Thursday, July 22nd, you can come for a new burger menu as well as over 10 different beers from Catskill Brewery (most of which are difficult to find anywhere else in the city)."

"If you’re flagging on a busy day at Chelsea Market, then pop into Creamline for some respite. Both of Creamline’s locations at Chelsea Market and 7th Avenue tend to be heaving with customers, so be willing to wait in line for some of the best pancakes in NYC. Fully organic and made with locally sourced ingredients, the traditional Buttermilk Pancakes at Creamline are a surefire winner."

"The Brooklyn Academy of Music, or “BAM,” is one of the most remarkable artistic establishments in all of New York. Many creative geniuses and influential figures have appeared here. Since its opening in 1861, BAM has set a great tone for this borough as an area of serious cultural value."

"Tip: Besides the one-and-only Broadway Theater, other theaters of interest to many visitors are the famous 1970s disco, Studio 54 and Concert Hall, Carnegie Hall. Broadway Theater District information."

"If it’s park views you’re after, you can’t do much better than from, uh, inside the actual park. This institution has been a destination for New Yorkers and tourists alike since 1934, and before it was a restaurant, the building housed the flock of sheep who grazed on the 15-acre preserve adjacent to it (aka Sheep Meadow) as far back as 1870. The interior features wood paneling, ornate ceilings and plush booths, but—weather permitting—the best seats in the house are in the light-strewn courtyard."

"Tavern on the Green: A restaurant since 1934 (and a sheep fold for the 700 sheep that grazed in Central Park’s Sheep Meadow before that), Tavern on the Green is an NYC landmark restaurant serving upscale cuisine and classic cocktails."

"High chairs: Yes This historic spot has is a solidly mediocre restaurant, but the outdoor space is spectacular. It's worth a visit for its storied history alone. It's a good option after running wild in Central Park."

"One of the most beautiful synagogues in the world, the Temple Emanu-El is also one of the largest Jewish houses of worship. It sits on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, NYC and serves the large local Jewish community. At first, shortly after the Civil War, the Emanu-El congregation, consisting of German Jews, worshiped in a temple north of 42nd Street in Lower Manhattan."

"Located at the highest point in Wave Hill, the Wild Garden provides dramatic views of the Hudson River far below and a narrow path for exploration. Along the path you’ll find a charming Gazebo with a scenic view--a perfect place for tired little ones to relax. “As a first stop, families will be happy to walk into the gardens and encounter the expansive views and run-around-in-circles exhilaration of Wave Hill’s Great Lawn,” says Martha Gellens, a staff member at Wave Hill."

"The green, greenhouse door at Wave Hill Public Gardens in The Bronx. Located in the posh AF Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, Wave Hill Park is an enchanting 28-acre estate that overlooks the Hudson River and has a whole host of gardens and cultural centers for guests to enjoy. So when you’re not totally gob-smacked by the impressive views that surround you, you can always join one of the park’s many events."

"If you don’t mind a little bit of travel, check out Wave Hill, a 28-acre public outdoor museum located in the Bronx overlooking the Hudson River. If departing from Times Square to the park’s entrance at West 249th Street, it will take you about an hour by subway and 30 minutes by car. However, in less than a minute after entering, you will find yourself on beautiful and peaceful grounds."

"Just down from the Brooklyn Bridge on the Manhattan side is a an area that has witnessed a lot of recent change, even by New York’s dizzying standards. In the 17th century this was New York’s original port, where the city’s early economy first flourished and where the city’s clippers docked in the 19th century. The Seaport is a designated historic district, home to some of downtown Manhattan’s oldest buildings in a little cobblestone grid made up of Fulton Street, Front Street and Water Street."

"For fans of sailing ships and shipping, this museum is a must: The South Street Seaport Museum is located in a historical quarter of 12 blocks, the original port of New York City. With an area of 2,800 m2, it houses a working 19th century printing press, an archaeology museum, a library, a craftsmen’s center, the Marine Life Conservation Lab and the largest fleet of privately owned historic ships in the United States."

"It preserves and interprets the origins and growth of New York City as a world port. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, and $8 for children (5-12,) and free for under 5."