Our girls love it, but I have fun here too. We design dresses on the mannequins, paint the scenes of Charlton St at the easels in the window. The spinning chairs in the Swirl Studio are a favorite.
It’s not just about the carousel and the park. It’s the whole journey over. It’s a great place to look back onto the city and reflect on what it means/takes to be living in NYC.
I get my chai and samosa fix here. Feels like home. I can hang out and talk with others like me who have come to this country to work hard and try to enjoy the experience at the same time.
Start in the East Village and go to Chinatown. Seeing people playing sports, the small garden areas, the water views, even the craziness of the FDR reminds me why I love this diverse, exciting city.
I love the wine on offer but I also love the crowd. I’m always up for a chat after service and I get to meet the most interesting people here. Perfect place to relax with great wine and good company.
I buy for Babu Ji here all the time, but even on the days I don’t need to, I still find myself here. All the gorgeous microgreens and edible flowers I use come from the Two Guys From Woodbridge.
Besides the food and wine, which every time are beyond incredible, there is design, music, bits of humor and the characters behind the joint to enjoy too. Charlie Bird has a personality and I love it.
A true gem of a place! They are truly hospitable, sharing way beyond their incredible wine and food offerings. I love that they are generous storytellers and that they engage genuinely with guests.
I love the flavors. I love the team behind this place. I love collaborating with them. Everyone’s got their favorite ice cream spot and Odd Fellows is definitely mine!!
A place that welcomes you right in like an old friend. Get comfy with a cheese plate and whatever they recommend. Relax here and leave it in their hands. These guys will always take great care of you.
Go to Marta for the obvious...wine and pizza, but also because of the great people on their team.
In addition to the food - which I love - everything about this place makes me feel comfortable in a city where sometimes everything feels hectic and hyped up.
