The Verdict · New York · for the Foodie Wanderer
Probably skip. It's crowded and doesn't play to what you care about.
Will plan a whole trip around a meal. Wants the local stuff.
About Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
The boat approach is a real lump-in-throat moment, and Ellis Island's immigration museum is far better than anyone expects. The catch: a half-day round-trip, airport-grade security, and crowds at every step.