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1st Ave Gourmet Deli
$ · Burgers

1741 1st Ave, New York, NY 10128
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Best Late Night Burgers in Upper East Side

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

1st Ave Gourmet Deli 7.8
Upper East Side-Yorkville
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Late Night Legends Quick Bites Champions Solo Dining Sanctuaries
1st Ave Gourmet Deli doubles as a compact burger stop thanks to a dedicated burger menu that runs deep into the night. Locals lean on it for cheeseburgers, late sandwiches, and quick grill orders after nearby sit-down spots close.
Must-Try Dishes: Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger, Turkey Burger
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.9 Food Quality: 7.8 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Corner deli that treats burgers as a core grill order rather than an afterthought, serving them until close.
Who should go: Hungry night owls who want a fast burger and go.
When to visit: Late nights up to midnight when you miss sit-down kitchen hours.
What to order: Cheeseburger with extra pickles, bacon cheeseburger, turkey burger.
Insider tip: Have your burger wrapped to go and grab a drink from the coolers to keep the total comfortably under fifteen dollars.