The best late-night and 24-hour eats around campus

The ultimate guide to the city’s nighttime eateries that aren’t just dollar slice joints or diners. Carina Christo, Contributing WriterMarch 29, 2022A late-night snack is a lifesaver. Maybe it’s a Friday night and your feet are exhausted, a pain magnified by the heels you wore to the club. Or it’s a Wednesday and your eyes need a break from staring at your computer screen, cramming for exams. Food is fuel and midnight snacks are a necessity for college students’ spontaneity and productivity. While some restaurants shortened their business hours as a result of COVID-19, there are still plenty of places open until 3 a.m. or later. So whether you’re looking for a bite to eat after a night out with friends or a treat to reward yourself for a lengthy study session, rest assured — New York has it all. Here are eight late night spots within a mile radius of the East Village and Washington Square Park for the next time you need a little pick me up at an ungodly hour.Heavenly MarketOpen 24 hour...