"There are so many amazing places down in Chinatown but Shanghai 21 really stands out," Yang says about the Mott Street joint. Never been? Expect a no-frills destination serving more than just basic Chinese food. Yes, delicious soup dumplings are on offer as well.

"Brooklyn has some of the most passionate business owners I've ever met," says Yang after mentioning this small seafood joint in Crown Heights. He's not wrong: founders and co-owners Fifi Bell-Clanton and Gwen Woods clearly know their stuff when it comes to all things crab.

The neighborhood bake shop is known for its takes on both American and Asian desserts—including a delicious green tea cake. "This is Evelyn's favorite bakery in the world," reveals Yang. "We go just about every time we're in Flushing."

The all-vegan bodega—the first one of its kind—in Staten Island is a Yang go-to. Back in February, the candidate even posted about it on Twitter. "Delicious and healthy," he wrote.

This Bay Ridge spot offers a quintessentially traditional Yemeni meal in informal settings. "It has amazing food and is part of an incredibly rich culture in South Brooklyn," says the candidate for mayor. This is a must-visit whether on a date or not.

One of the most renowned bakeries in all of New York City, Amy's Bread was actually where the Yang couple had their first date. "[Clearly, the shop] will always hold a special place in my heart," says the candidate.