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Ben's Best of NYC
Supper is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

1. Supper

8.5
156 E 2nd St (btwn Ave A & B), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Alphabet City · 277 tips and reviews

Jeni B.Jeni Bulcock: Sit inside at the kitchen bar and watch the chefs at work - mesmerising.

Il Laboratorio del Gelato is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

2. Il Laboratorio del Gelato

9.0
188 Ludlow St (at E Houston St), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Lower East Side · 345 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Mexican cinnamon and dark chocolate is an excellent combination.

High Line is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

3. High Line

9.5
btwn Gansevoort & W 34th St (btwn 10th & 12th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Chelsea · 1495 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Built in the 30s, this was an active railway until 1980. "Friends of the High Line" formed in 1999 with the idea of turning it into an elevated park similar to the Promenade Plantée in Paris.

Back Room is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

4. Back Room

8.2
102 Norfolk St (btwn Delancey & Rivington St), New York, NY
Speakeasy · Lower East Side · 205 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Go on a Monday night and enjoy the live band and 20s style swing dancing. Talk to the friendly dancers and ask them for a dance if you're keen.

5. Governors Island

9.1
New York, NY
Island · Governors Island · 221 tips and reviews
Xi'an Famous Foods is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

6. Xi'an Famous Foods

81 Saint Marks Pl (at 1st Ave), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · East Village · 314 tips and reviews

FoodspottingFoodspotting: Try the Spicy & Tingly Beef Hand Pulled Soup Noodles

Fat Cat is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

7. Fat Cat

75 Christopher St (btwn 7th Ave S & Bleecker St), New York, NY
Jazz and Blues Venue · West Village · 371 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: I don't know why I'm not always here. Pool tables, ping pong, shuffle board and live jazz! What else could you want?

Spot Dessert Bar is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

8. Spot Dessert Bar

8.7
13 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · East Village · 353 tips and reviews

Aaron B.Aaron Beppu: When I took the first bite of chocolate green tea lava cake, it spurted warm gooey deliciousness everywhere. So did I.

Angel’s Share is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

9. Angel’s Share

8 Stuyvesant St (at E 9th St & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Speakeasy · East Village · 491 tips and reviews
Sheep Meadow is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

10. Sheep Meadow

9.4
W 67th St (btwn West & East Dr), New York, NY
Picnic Area · Central Park · 159 tips and reviews
Washington Square Park is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

11. Washington Square Park

9.5
W 4th St (btwn MacDougal St & University Pl), New York, NY
Park · Greenwich Village · 711 tips and reviews

Paul L.Paul Lomax: If you're lucky and he's there when you are, you'll be able to listen to a guy in the middle of the park playing a grand piano that he wheeled in to busk with!

Roosevelt Island Tram (Manhattan Station) is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

12. Roosevelt Island Tram (Manhattan Station)

E 60th St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Cable Car · Upper East Side · 79 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Not just for commuters…tourists should take a ride not only for the fantastic views, but to go take a stroll around Roosevelt Island. A ride costs $2.25 each way.

Pure Thai Cookhouse is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

13. Pure Thai Cookhouse

8.6
766 9th Ave (btwn 51st & 52nd St.), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 397 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try the beef with chili. Wok-charred beef is tossed w/ kafir lime leaves & green beans, then bathed in a orange-tinted sauce of turmeric & Thai chilies. It’s one of our #100best dishes & drinks 2011. Read more.

Ippudo is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

14. Ippudo

9.0
65 4th Ave (btwn E 9th & E 10th St), New York, NY
Ramen Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 1164 tips and reviews

Kris C.Kris Concepcion: You want the Akamaru Modern. I'll sit back and wait for you and your stomach to thank me for my advice.

The McKittrick Hotel is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

15. The McKittrick Hotel

9.1
530 W 27th St (btwn 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY
Indie Theater · Chelsea · 325 tips and reviews

The Most Interesting Man in the WorldThe Most Interesting Man in the World: If the only thing that comes off at the unmasking hour is the mask, you have done something wrong.

Shake Shack is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

16. Shake Shack

9.1
Madison Ave (at E 23rd St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · NoMad · 1234 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Not to be missed: French fries dipped in salted caramel, a.k.a. the stuff stoner dreams are made of.

Union Square Park is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

17. Union Square Park

9.1
Union Sq E/W & Broadway (btwn E 14th & E 17th St), New York, NY
Park · Union Square · 565 tips and reviews

Crunch GymCrunch Gym: Looking for healthy food finds? Then look no further. The Union Square Green Market has an array of fresh produce and organic treats. Support your local farmers on Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat. Read more.

Burger Joint is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

18. Burger Joint

8.5
119 W 56th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Theater District · 783 tips and reviews

Peter N.Peter N: Go to burger joint in the Le Parker Meridian hotel. Nothing beats a dive burger joint in a four star hotel. You'll find Burger Joint behind the hotel concierge desk.

Abraço is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

19. Abraço

8.7
81 E 7th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 279 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: They serve their Cortado in a Gibraltar glass. Definitely the drink of choice - have it to stay with a slice of olive oil cake.

Bluebird Coffee Shop is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

20. Bluebird Coffee Shop

72 E 1st St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 135 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Some seriously amazing coffee! I was worried about quality of coffee here in NY, but I leave this place every morning with a smile on my face when I take my first sip!

Peddler is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

21. Peddler

Lafayette St (at Houston St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · SoHo · 32 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Byron is from Melbourne and makes an amazing coffee from this unsuspecting converted nut roasting cart. Get the cortado or a flat white.

Dominique Ansel Bakery is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

22. Dominique Ansel Bakery

8.8
189 Spring St (btwn Sullivan & Thompson St), New York, NY
Bakery · SoHo · 744 tips and reviews

Megan D.Megan Do: Buy a Cronut. Eat said Cronut. Die.

UNIQLO is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

23. UNIQLO

8.7
546 Broadway (btwn Prince & Spring St), New York, NY
Clothing Store · SoHo · 253 tips and reviews

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: Highly affordable, unfussy, super-cool clothing. It's under $100 cashmere line is especially popular.

Brandy Library is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

24. Brandy Library

8.9
25 N Moore St (at Varick), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Tribeca · 170 tips and reviews

Food & WineFood & Wine: Home to one of the most extensive Scotch lists in New York City, Brandy Library offers more than 900 spirits and 100 cocktails.

Mona's is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

25. Mona's

7.7
224 Avenue B (btwn E 13th & 14th), New York, NY
Dive Bar · Alphabet City · 60 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Some of the best live jazz in the city every Tuesday night after 11:30. Be warned - it is crowded. $5 suggestion tip for the band.

Two-Bit's Retro Arcade is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

26. Two-Bit's Retro Arcade

153 Essex St (at Stanton St), New York, NY
Arcade · Lower East Side · 99 tips and reviews

Cooper S.Cooper Smith: New bar/arcade in the LES features 22 rotating games, a surprisingly sophisticated (yet reasonably priced) selection of wine and sake, craft beer pours, and 40s of Colt 45s (via Thrillist) Read more.

Bluestone Lane Collective Cafe is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

27. Bluestone Lane Collective Cafe

55 Greenwich Ave (at Perry St), New York, NY
Café · West Village · 204 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: It feels like home! Amazing flat whites, and the food is excellent. Portobello Mushrooms and Corn Fritters are great choices but next time I'll get the Avo Smash with poached egg and prosciutto.

Curry-Ya is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

28. Curry-Ya

8.1
214 E 10th St (btwn 1st and 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Japanese Curry Restaurant · East Village · 113 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Chicken Katsura Curry will never disappoint

ChikaLicious Dessert Bar is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

29. ChikaLicious Dessert Bar

203 E 10th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · East Village · 252 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: A small restaurant that does dessert "tasting menus," with wine too; if your ideal meal is three courses of dessert, this is your spot.

Banter is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

30. Banter

8.9
169 Sullivan St, New York, NY
Café · Greenwich Village · 83 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: They make a delicious flat white and iced matcha latte, but be sure to check out the Golden Latte. This turmeric latte has a great flavour and might soon become the next trending 🇦🇺☕️

Waterfront Plaza, Brookfield Place is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

31. Waterfront Plaza, Brookfield Place

8.9
230 Vesey Street, New York, NY
Plaza · Battery Park City · 20 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Enjoy a sunny afternoon looking out over the Hudson.

Brookfield Place is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

32. Brookfield Place

9.0
230 Vesey St (at West St), New York, NY
Shopping Mall · Battery Park City · 116 tips and reviews

CarolineCaroline: Hudson Eats, where you can order eats like Umami Burger or Mighty Quinn’s. Le District is also located here. French food market has various stations with the likes of cheese, bakery, butcher, etc.

Westfield World Trade Center is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

33. Westfield World Trade Center

8.6
185 Greenwich St (btwn Fulton St & Cortlandt St), New York, NY
Shopping Mall · Financial District · 44 tips and reviews

Dr. Ernest C. Rodriguez f.Dr. Ernest C. Rodriguez from G.W. University, Washington, DC: The new World Trade Center with boutiques and specialty stores, plus convenience retail and malls brimming with global brands. Stores are located within the WTC Transportation Hub.

Governors Island Ferry - Battery Terminal is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

34. Governors Island Ferry - Battery Terminal

10 South St (at Whitehall), New York, NY
Pier · Financial District · 16 tips and reviews
Brooklyn Bridge Park is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

35. Brooklyn Bridge Park

9.6
Furman St (Plymouth St), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Brooklyn Heights · 418 tips and reviews
Smorgasburg Williamsburg is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

36. Smorgasburg Williamsburg

90 Kent Ave (at N 7th St), Brooklyn, NY
Street Food Gathering · Williamsburg · 412 tips and reviews

City of New YorkCity of New York: "Foodie heaven! 100+ vendors with diff. cuisines trying to feed you within a block radius. Bring an appetite, do tapas-style tastings, and relax with a view of the Manhattan skyline in the background"

Three Seat Espresso is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

37. Three Seat Espresso

137 Avenue A (E 9th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 42 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Australian cafe, but done in a very subtle way. The give aways are the flat white and Avo toast, but also the Australian bands on the playlist, golden latte, muesli (not granola) and crumpets.

38. Red Rooster Harlem

8.7
310 Malcolm X Blvd (btwn W 125th & W 126th St), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · 552 tips and reviews

RazorfishRazorfish: Located in the heart of Harlem, Red Rooster serves comfort food celebrating the roots of American cuisine and the diverse culinary traditions of the neighborhood. — Mamajo

Post is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

39. Post

9.0
42 Avenue B (btwn E 3rd & E 4th St), New York, NY
Breakfast Spot · Alphabet City · 32 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: This place has started getting popular! I recommend the Sausage Biscuit, but the Cuban biscuit, avocado biscuit and pancake stack are also great. Great selection of fancy teas too.

Ippudo is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

40. Ippudo

9.0
65 4th Ave (btwn E 9th & E 10th St), New York, NY
Ramen Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 1164 tips and reviews

Noah W.Noah Weiss: Get the akamaru modern if it's your first time -- by far the most popular. Otherwise, the spicy miso ramen at the bottom of the menu. And obviously, you need to the pork buns. Better than momofuku.

Blacktail is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

41. Blacktail

22 Battery Pl (at Little West St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Battery Park City · 75 tips and reviews

Zack S.Zack Sheppard: It's hard to encompass how well designed and exemplary the experience of this bar is. You should go here.

Xi'an Famous Foods is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

42. Xi'an Famous Foods

81 Saint Marks Pl (at 1st Ave), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · East Village · 314 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Spicy and Tingly Beef, and the dumpling soup.

MoMA Design Store is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

43. MoMA Design Store

9.3
81 Spring St (at Crosby St), New York, NY
Gift Store · SoHo · 77 tips and reviews
Bluestone Lane is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

44. Bluestone Lane

8.0
51 Astor Pl (btwn E 8th & E 9th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Greenwich Village · 51 tips and reviews

45. Café Integral

8.7
149 Elizabeth St (btwn Broome & Kenmare St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · NoLita · 53 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Excellent new coffee shop in the area. Doughnut Plant doughnuts, cookies, flat whites and other espresso drinks.

Mace is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

46. Mace

649 E 9th St (btwn Ave B & C), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Alphabet City · 75 tips and reviews

DipsologyDipsology: Unique concept executed well by bartender Nico de Soto & team: each drink features a single spice. The namesake drink is sprayed with mace from an antique perfume atomizer before it is served.

Copper & Oak is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

47. Copper & Oak

8.8
157 Allen St (btw Stanton & Rivington), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Lower East Side · 40 tips and reviews

Rachel S.Rachel Sheppard: They'll give you a one ounce pour for half the price of a two ounce pour! An excuse to try more Scotch.

Coffee Project New York is one of Ben's Best of NYC.

48. Coffee Project New York

9.2
239 E 5th St (btwn 2nd Ave & Bowery), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 124 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Try Project #1: The deconstructed latte. Espresso then steamed milk and then your latte. A great way to taste all the flavours.