Recipe content creator Henry Laporte (aka Salt Hank) opened Salt Hank’s in the West Village to much fanfare in 2025. Laporte, who has nearly 5 million followers across social media platforms, teamed up with chef Daniel Rubenfeld (a Thomas Keller alum) to make their viral French dip. The restaurant only serves a handful of menu items: said sandwich, shoestring fries, and accouterments like cole slaw. (Rumor has it a chicken Parm dip is now available on Wednesdays, too.)
Don’t skip the limeade. The drink cuts through the richness of the sandwich.
Get here at least 30 minutes before opening. When I arrived at 11 a.m. on a Saturday, the line was down the block. Near opening time, an employee walks down the line and asks if you want to eat inside or get your sandwich to-go. If you choose indoors, they have a seat ready for you when it’s your turn to eat. Although there’s a substantial wait, getting your sandwich is smooth and efficient.