Enjoy a romantic get-away without leaving the city, and take in the best views of the Statue of Liberty.
One of the nicest playgrounds in the city. If your wee one is adventurous, the yellow slide is fast and fun – for Mom & Dad too. No dogs allowed.
A unique place and for serious cheese lovers. Walk in and take in the wonderful cheesy aroma and sample cheeses from all over the world.
The atmosphere and staff are utterly charming. Try Les Escargots de Bourgogne and the Braised Beef Short Ribs. Don’t skip desert either as we’d recommend the Crème Caramel and Profiteroles.
This is nothing like your childhood favorite, eat a Nutter Butter. Then spoil your four-legged friend with a foie gras and bacon flavored treat!
You can't leave Chelsea without a stop off at the Apple store at 14th Street and 9th Avenue. A beautiful 3 story loft building with a sexy glass curtain covering it. Read more.
Remember there are 2 entrances to this address - one is residential, the other is for the Google offices / elevators. If you're walking, you want the second one nearer 15th street. Buddakan is nearby. Read more.
A NYC tradition since 1938 and always full of characters day or night, we recommend the delicious duck lo mein or anything from the 'oriental specialities' menu
Before going to Winnie’s to imbibe in booze and karaoke, grab a tasty, cheap and fresh meal here – try a bowl of pho, bo luc lac salad and soft shell crab. Finish with a café su da.
Look for the 6 foot tall iconic PIG standing outside the door. Dive bar to the max but a free hot dog with your first drink!
Enjoy delicious Mexican food, and AMAZING Margaritas with a really cool crowd of people and fun waitstaff.
Great and cheap place for a meal on the go. Stick with the chicken, rice, beans and sweet plantains or a half roasted chicken. Delicious but overly oily.
Relax and enjoy lunch or a good read a in this beautiful “secret garden”. Best to go when all the springtime flowers are in bloom. Fido is allowed too!
When at McSorley’s remember to order the Light or Dark beer in even numbers. It’s cash only.
Come on Tuesday Nights for free beer samples from around the world. Try the burger or the chicken pot pie.
Come here for Brunch on Saturday and enjoy unlimited champagne cocktails with your entrée of Poached Eggs and Cornbeef Hash. Reservations are a must!
Go right when they open to avoid the crowds and get the best selection. Otherwise, you’ll be forced to wait in line outside.
The décor is absolutely stunning, and it doesn’t outshine the excellent food. Try Fluke Sashimi, Kasha and Bowtie Pasta with Veal Meatballs and the Salted Caramel Ice Cream Sundae.
Come here anytime, but Brunch is spectacular. Start with the Uova al Contadino and the Salumi Misti. Don’t fill up and have some pastries too…Brioche Caramellato.
The “BLT” burger might be the best burger in the city. Especially when paired with a Spiked Milkshake, we suggest Grandma’s Treat.
Go through the Japanese restaurant and to the unmarked door that faces you as you get to the hostess stand. No parties more than 4. The specialty cocktails are impressive here.
Hailing from Syracuse, this popular rib joint boasts the best BBQ north of the Mason Dixon. We recommend the chicken wings and the BBQ rib smackers for fall-off-the-bone deliciousness.
Very tasty, cozy and casual Italian restaurant. Try the Fettucine Ai Funghi, the House Meatballs Over Polenta, or share La Spaghettata with a large group!
Come for the Sexy Grits and the Moroccan Grilled Baby Lamb Chops and be seduced by the chic atmosphere and downtown vibe.
Family-run bakery known for colorful, customized birthday & wedding cakes. The layer cake will make you call when birthday time comes around - half a slice just might be enough. Read more.
Relax in old world Spanish elegance while enjoying delicious food and wine, one of their nightly events (Wednesday Flamenco) or their unlimited booze brunch on Weekends.
One of the most delicious menus in town, the French onion soup dumplings are an absolute must.
All meatballs all the time. Dive into a spicy meatball sub slathered with parmesan cream sauce. The choices are endless.
Enter through Cipriani on the balcony at Grand Central & you'll feel as if you have entered a bygone era. Drinks are expensive ($15 martini) but the atmosphere is worth it. Reserve a table in advance.
Restrooms are unlabelled downstairs, but it's boys on the left (ying) and girls on the right (yang)
It’s like the movie came to life and you can grab all the candy you want…although you have to pay for it and there’s no golden ticket. We gonna grab some sluggie gummies, nerds and sprees.
Enjoy a Blue Fin, Yellowtail Roll and a bowl of Lobster Bisque in a relaxed atmosphere with a casual, sophisticated and mature crowd.
It's tough to be the mayor of Joe's here, but you can certainly be a regular and get a frequent buyer card for the best cup of joe downtown. Read more.
Delicious homestyle breakfast! Try the Farmhouse Breakfast or anything from the Griddle – like Blackberry Cherry Pancakes, Gingerbread Pancakes or French Toast!
A perfect lunch to split for two – the best Matzoh Ball Soup in the city, followed by Pastrami on Rye and pickles on the side.
Intimate space to catch some sidesplitting improv – especially on Wednesdays when all the shows are free from 6-11pm. They serve wine and beer too!
Take a ride on the Tram with your metrocard and enjoy some of the best views of the city – especially great at sunrise or sunset.
Become a member and enjoy hugely discounted hourly court rates. Come for their Saturday Night Doubles round robin event!
You really can’t go wrong in this classic French bistro transplanted in SoHo. Reservations are definitely a must as the restaurant is typically packed at all hours of the day.
Come here for the eclectic selection of used books and relax in the back café with a delicious selection of teas, coffee and snacks. 100% of the profits go to ending AIDS and homelessness.
Half price happy hour and nightly specials. Hawkeye fans head here for $5 nachos and $1 shots every time Iowa makes a touchdown.
Intimate steakhouse, with a very red interior. Take advantage of their $100 four-course dinner-for-two deal – try the hanger steak with a bottle of malbec.
Grab a seat in the Lounge and have the Pre Fixe with the Marinated Skirt Steak. Or order the Smoke Short Rib or the Bistro Steak.
Little coffee house serving delicious, smokey and memorable brews. Great place to hang out with your laptop and enjoy a cup and a yummy pastry.
Sophisticated Asian flavors, the menu rarely disappoints. The miso broiled salmon is delicious as are the tartars and the vegetable udon; the only pitfall is the pricing.
The fountain cycles through a water show every hour, but beware if you're sitting on the marble edges as the water shoots up very fast and you can (and will) get wet!
One of the best places in the city to catch a live performance. Fantastic old-time, authentic New York venue to see a band, with what feels like the original, upholstered seating.
The ambiance and bartenders are great, but the wine selection, food and the prices are spectacular. Try the Locksmith Burger or the Lock and Key Salad.
You must try the Patacones (we suggest either the Chorizo or the Pernill Queso y Jamon)! Although, to tell you the truth, everything is muy delicioso.
Located outdoors underneath the High Line. Expect long lines, lots of eye candy, good cold beer and warm pretzels.
Great place to celebrate a birthday or start a crazy night! Go on Bingo or Hula Nights. This place is always crowded. Ask to sit in the Elvis room.
