DINING PREFERENCES AMONG LOCAL RESIDENTS

Lower Manhattan residents dine out regularly and are generally happy with the neighborhood’s options, but they crave more full service, casual options with affordable prices and varied cuisine offerings. Most residents expressed an interest in more affordable dining options, but consumers in the community placed greater emphasis on diversity of cuisine. Lower Manhattan diners seek a greater variety of cuisine types and are interested in seeing more approachable “neighborhood” restaurants.

35-54 Age group most likely to eat out or order takeout 3+ times per week

33% Extremely or very satisfied with Lower Manhattan restaurants

50% Regularly visit other downtown neighborhoods like SoHo, Tribeca, and the West Village to eat out

2 Days most residents visit or order from neighborhood restaurants