As one of America’s most well-known tourist destinations, there is little question of the sizeable impact it has had not only on New York but the country as a whole. But few know just how far back its roots run. By far, it was one of the most ambitious projects of its time—and yet there is much more to this giant of architecture beyond its incredible length and massive towers. In today’s episode of It’s History, we’ll uncover the rich history beyond the bridge that unites Brooklyn and Manhattan.

I eat at and review Casa 13urger (Casa Burger) on the Lower East Side of New York City. The popular burger spot sells smash burgers as well as a fried chicken sandwich. I find out if the restaurant is on the same level as other notable affordable NYC burger spots like Hamburger America and 7th Street Burger.

Chelsea Market is more than a just a food hall. It's home to some of the vendors in the city and hosts over 6 million visitors each year. Built inside the remains of a massive Nabisco factory — the birthplace of the Oreo cookie, no less — Chelsea Market is a shining example of adaptive reuse, preserving the history of the building and surrounding neighborhood while finding new purpose as a tourist destination and gathering place for the community. Some of Chelsea Market's biggest success stories come from the small businesses that call it home: ALF Bakery, Dickson's Farmstead Meats, Lobster Place/Cull & Pistol, and Los Tacos No. 1 to name a few. Hope you're hungry!