Fodor's Expert Review Plaza Food Hall by Todd English

At this food hall in the basement of the Plaza Hotel, celeb-chef Todd English oversees a series of mini restaurants, each with its own counter and seating ideal for a quick snack or a full-fledged meal. Though the place is made up of individual food concepts, you are seated by a hostess at any available counter and then, once settled, you can get up and survey your choices before sitting down and ordering from your waiter. There's a glistening raw bar, a burger joint, and a wood-fired pizza station where you can sample some of English's iconic pies, such as fig and prosciutto. It's one of the most varied and affordable daytime food options in the area.