1. Barney Greengrass
Address: 541 Amsterdam Ave.
One of New York City’s oldest kosher food institutions, Barney Greengrass has been in charge of producing traditional kosher dishes in its Upper West Side spot for over 100 years. From smoked fish platters, to corn beef sandwiches, and freshly made rugelach, this jam-packed restaurant knows how to rock a tradition. They also have the option of online shopping for your holiday catering for all you busy New Yorkers.