American Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 151 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: The six-course Farmer's Feast has an extended option, which will add on two savory courses to your meal. Get it, and be prepared for a delicious, farm-to-table feast.
Lori Luo: Spacious, modern Asian buffet specializing in numerous sushi and sashimi pieces, as well as hot foods. Items are mostly of good quality, and make sure to save room for the green tea soft serve.
Ice Cream Parlor · Hamilton Park · 41 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: A small shop serving creative ice cream flavors such as S'Mores and Earl Grey Fudge, Milk Sugar Love is sure to be a JC favorite. One scoop is a little pricey at $3.50, but it's worth the splurge.
83-31 Broadway (btwn Dongan & Cornish Ave), Elmhurst, NY
Bubble Tea Shop · 10 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: The cafe offers a variety of drinks, savory food, and plenty of deals and item combos. Bring a friend and try their Mango QQ or their traditional bubble milk tea.
Vietnamese Restaurant · Elmhurst · 98 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: Find modern takes on the Vietnamese banh mi, with fillings such as Pork Kakuni and Beef Bulgogi. Don't skip an order of the banh mi fries, either.
Tea Room · Historic Downtown · 46 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: Enter this cozy cafe for a caffeinated drink and a bite to eat. Miguel, the owner, is super friendly and welcoming. Free WiFi is available and it's perfect for spending a few hours to do work in.
Food Court · Battery Park City · 145 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: This upscale, corporate-friendly food court has a large number of options available. Find: Umami Burger, Mighty Quinn's. Dos Toros, Blue Ribbon Sushi, and Num Pang.
Lori Luo: Absolutely top notch service. JF offers a full repertoire of spa and salon services, and though they're priced on the higher end, they're the best of the best.
Taco Restaurant · West Village · 230 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: Drop by on weekend afternoons for a quality Mexican-inspired brunch. Items like the Scrambled Egg Fundido and Buttermilk Pancakes are sure to please.
Lori Luo: Well executed small plates and sandwiches are the norm at Il Bambino, all at wallet-friendly prices. Try the Argula Mimosa as a starter, and opt for a panini such as the Soppressata.
Indian Restaurant · Rose Hill · 80 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: Well-executed Indian plates are found at this below-ground eatery. Vegetarian options are plentiful as well, such as the Subz Tikka Masala, but don't skip the Bihari Gohst (lamb).
60 E 65th St (btwn Park & Madison Ave), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Upper East Side · 192 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: A variety of menu options, including the standard 3 course prix fix and a number of tasting menus, are available at Daniel. With superb service and well-executed plates, and it's a guaranteed success.
Cocktail Bar · Alphabet City · 283 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: This Alphabet City bar is one of the best gems in the 'hood. Come for an excellent variety of small plates and cocktails, such as the Pearls of the East and Wylie's Cherry Flip.
28 Cornelia St (btwn Bleecker St & W 4th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 132 tips and reviews
Lori Luo: A cute, romantic atmosphere makes Palma an ideal date spot. Order the Caulifower appetizer, and any of their excellent pastas, such as the Fettuccine ai Funghi.