Treat yourself to a cheapluxurylunch. Buy bisque or opened oysters from Lobster Place, French bread from Amy's, and a lovely screwcap wine (half or full) from Chelsea Vault. Sip & sup outside Vault
When you’re done exploring Chelsea Market, stop by the Le Pain Quotidien at 52 9th Avenue for a snack or light meal and relax for awhile at the communal table!
Manhattan fruit stand has the cheapest and freshest produce in nyc because they supply to restaurants and then sell surplus to you. Best deal. Cash only.