lunch on speed dial.

The cold front has finally blown into the city. As the wind howls down Fifth Avenue, New Yorkers dread stepping out of their warm buildings into the frigid weather. So when lunchtime rolls around, it’s much easier to just pick up the phone and order takeout than bundle up and venture outside for a tuna sandwich.

If you work in the Flatiron district, you’re lucky. The area boasts an endless list of diverse dining spots, many of which offer delivery options. I asked the employees at Full Picture, one of the many public relations firms in the Flatiron district and where I am interning this semester, which eateries they put on speed-dial when the temperature drops.

Here are some of their recommendations:

Lenny’s
23rd Street, between 5th and 6th avenues

This chain of sandwich shops prides itself on making every sandwich to order. “I love Lenny’s because it has fast service, a large menu and decent pricing,” said assistant account executive Dwight Armstrong. “Plus, I can order online and pay by credit card.”

Armstrong loves the chicavo sandwich ($7.50), a generous serving of grilled chicken on a bed of avocado, roasted peppers and mesclun.

Order online or call 212.462.4433.

Chat ‘n’ Chew
10 E. 16th St.

Situated just off of Union Square, Chat ‘n’ Chew serves up generous portions of American comfort food – from golden mac and cheese ($10.95) to creamy chocolate milkshakes ($5.75). “Its fries are perfect – just the right amount of crispy,” said receptionist Katie Leary.

Leary’s favorite meal? The classic grilled cheese sandwich, made with tomato and three kinds of cheese ($7.95).

View the menu and call 212.243.1616 for delivery.

Mizu Sushi
29 E. 20th St.
Associate account executive Sasha Marden loves Mizu Sushi for its inexpensive, fresh offerings and efficient service. “I definitely call them when I’m starving because the food always comes quickly,” she said.

Marden’s Mizu staples include the spicy tuna roll ($5.50) and vegetable gyoza ($4.50).

Order online or call 212.505.6688

Chop’t creative salad company
24 E. 17th St.

Chop’t offers unique and healthy fare to the New York City lunch crowd. Customers can order one of the Chef-Designed salads, or create their own. Salads can also be chopped up and rolled into a flatbread sandwich. Account executive Leah Pepper loves the chicken po’boy salad ($8.45), featuring romaine lettuce topped with home fried chicken, tomato and white cheddar.

View the menu and call 646.336.5523 for delivery.

Home’s Kitchen
22 E. 21st St.
If you’re just looking for good old Chinese takeout, Home’s Kitchen is the go-to option for quick, quality fare. “For $8.00, you can get a large portion of good food,” said Dafna Debasc, a senior account executive.

Debasc recommends the lunch special, served daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Customers can get an entrée with rice and either an egg roll or soup for as low as $6.25. Debasc personally favors the beef with broccoli entrée ($6.95).

Order online or call 212.475.5049.