Podcast Episode
Ep. 35: Jon Barr’s Ultimate NYC Food Guide, Hidden Gems & Tourist Traps

About this episode
This week on Fork This City, Josh and Gabby are joined by one of New York City's most trusted food and travel creators, Jon Barr.For years, Jon has helped millions of visitors (and plenty of locals) navigate the city's endless dining scene through his honest, practical YouTube guides. From uncovering hidden neighborhood gems to trying New York's most viral restaurants, biggest tourist traps, and worst-reviewed spots, Jon has eaten just about everything the city has to offer.We talk about how he built one of the internet's go-to NYC channels, what goes into creating his videos, whether viral restaurants actually live up to the hype, the biggest mistakes tourists make when choosing where to eat, and the underrated spots that deserve far more attention.