Kindle e-books are now outselling hardcovers. Go old school. Step away from your Kindle and buy a $1 book on the sidewalk. You'll feel like a kid again. - Erica Swallow Read more.
A small portion of the crispy, fluffy falafels (three for $3.75) is a meal; a large order (five for $5.25) is a feast.One of our 25 favorite food trucks! Read more.
Absolutely amazing Italian restaurant with a dark, beautiful interior and brilliant food. -Tressa Williams, Launch My Line
Get a 34-ounce “personal” pitcher of Bud, Bud Light or Yuengling for $7 from noon to 8pm daily. Read more.
Holding strong as an underground electronic party hotspot; watch out for SR’s BasicNYC parties with Sleepy & Boo – great DJ bookings.
When Duane Reade's Wet & Wild selection doesn't cut it, head to this Upper East Side staple. While independent pharmacies seem to be a thing of the past, Zitomer maintains a devoted following. Read more.
Sponsored Tip: Order San Pellegrino or Acqua Panna water at Donatella Arpaia’s Neapolitan spot and a donation will be made to Share Our Strength! Read more.
Southern comfort food at its most decadent! Adam Perry Lang makes what I believe is the best BBQ north of the Mason-Dixon line. I crave his Kansas City ribs, pulled brisket, and corn with Wisconsin ch
This dive bar in the West Village has a young crowd, an amazing jukebox, and great selection of beers and mixed drinks. - Brett Petersel
Their Gallery Bar is open as a café during the day; at night, stop in for a game on their Wii.
My favorite steak house in NYC. Dined next to Bill and Hillary the night after the election…she didn’t look too happy. -Dina Manzo, Real Housewives of NJ
One of our fav desserts of the year is the rainbow sherbet here; Platt considers it Chef Alex Stupak’s greatest creation. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.
The emphasis here is on vintage footwear and handbags, though there are also multiple racks of similarly downtown-inflected blouses and dresses.
Best men's in NYC, great women's department, and fab accessories! -Patrick McDonald, Launch My Line
Frank Decarlo's countryside Italian restaurant has long been a staple on the first-date circuit. The room is warm and the food, mostly cooked in clay pots, impossibly comforting. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Stop by and pay homage to the birth place of the gay rights movement the best way you know how, whit cheap shots. -Zac Young, Top Chef Just Desserts
The second location of this satisfying Mexican spot has a menu similar to the original one in Fort Greene - plus about twenty outdoor seats! Read more.
Olana serves fantastically solid Italian comfort food.-Alex McCord, Real Housewives of New York City
NYC’s best cheap falafel costs $2.50. Also try the pita with baba ganouj or the shawarma sandwich. Careful with the spicy sauce!
Best men's shoes from all over the world, and some great women's too! -Patrick McDonald, Launch My Line
The creativity of the presentation and flavor combinations of the food will make you wonder in delight. Bring a camera for sure. -Maria Hines, Top Chef
