Ridiculously fun games and hangout spot. Solid drinks, with food from Gray's Papaya truck.
Hands down the best cookie in the world. Phenomenal and a New York City standard. Also great walnut bread, chocolate brioche and banana breas. Just buy it all. The quintessential New York bakery.
Crack pue and compost cookies are the best - and don't forget they'll give you a shot of cereal milk in any coffee drink. Put an egg on a bun for their quick breakfast.
Amazing lunch special. The nabe yaki udon is a dream. Nice, clean uncomplicated sushi. Also a good place to watch sports at the bar.
Controlled chaos - great prepared foods, excellent produce and some pretty nice people too. A good grocery stop.
A good pub for hanging with close friends. They have a Thanksgiving Day Parade menu and deal!
Osterville's best grab and go coffee spot. The nut bar is great; owners are super nice.
Surprisingly quick take away options here beyond the staples - smoked salmon, cheeses and fine goods.
Good neighborhood coffee spot - great iced coffee and amazing baked goods.
A grocery store of organized chaos. Avoid during peak times - the after work crowd is intense and they'll often turn people away if lines are too long. Fairway and Westside Market nearby are good alts
The best-kept sushi secret on the Upper West Side - amazing special rolls, any of the octopus or squid appetizers and the fish of the day. A community feel.
While service has suffered slightly, Spanish standards like paella and offerings like lobster and other seafood are still standouts. Great sangria and stuffed mushrooms.
