I love the fact that you can buy really juicy nectarines here. Just be prepared to pay a premium.
Can anyone say Red Velvet cupcakes???? Oh My God.... (Christopher loves them) When Al and I are in the city it's a definite stop. -Caroline Manzo, Real Housewives of NJ
Despite the crowds, you won’t wait long to dive into Train Wreck Fries, Virgil’s Pig Out, Corn Bread, Virgil’s Coleslaw and Cheese Grits with a Fall Off The Porch Ice Tea.
Its open 24hrs and the genius bar is open for nearly that entire time also. Even if you don't need anything, don't miss the chance to ride Steve Job's Glass Elevator. also, wifi
Follow in the footsteps of Anthony Bourdain and grab a spicy cumin lamb burger. One of the best eats in the city. Only $3!
You can try to cut down your wait time by avoiding peak lunch hours on a nice day, or you can embrace the communal line experience . Definitely order a Concrete with your burger.
Frank Lloyd Wright's postwar jewel was protested by many artists when he debuted, but it has become a modern landmark for the city. Read more.
Started after the Met turned down gifts from Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, this shining star owns 18,000 works - 3,116 by Edward Hopper.
The best touristy venue, this 80-year-old landmark is simply stunning. Check out the Art Deco flourishes in the lobby, restored to its original gilded splendor in 2009. Read more.
The best waterfront in NYC offers a unique view of the lower Manhattan skyline, aquatic features, such as a salt marsh filled with native cordgrass, and Jane’s Carousel, a restored ride from 1922. Read more.
The best museum to spend the day in boasts unparalleled holdings in 20th- and 21st-century art, the Sette MoMA restaurant, a plush movie theater and the MoMA Design Store. Read more.
The best dive bar in NYC is filled with regulars making efficient use of the low prices. The owners have banished TVs to promote friendly banter and there’s always the jukebox to keep you company. Read more.
Go to the Top of the Rock observation deck for magnificent views over Central Park. Also, get there early for the famous “lighting of the tree” in early December!
The bright lights and crowds of people can be overwhelming at first to newcomers. Go at night to get the full experience of this extravagant area.
The old church atmosphere is spectacular but the pizza is just as amazing. Nice thin crust with a brick-oven taste, come here for the quintessential New York pizza.
Quick, cheap pizza in the heart of Times Square, perfect if you're just strolling through the area. Get the grandma slice or the tomato basil and enjoy the scenery.
Awesome thin crust pizza and the seats outside are great. Try the tivo white pie with fig compote, bleu cheese, and prosciutto. Yum!
One of the largest and most celebrated museums in the world, comprised of 25 interconnected buildings that house 46 permanent exhibition halls. Read more.
