Peggy: You can bypass most of the line by ordering something other than a cronut.
Peggy: http://www.timeout.com/newyork/things-to-do/the-most-scenic-running-routes-in-nyc#tab_panel_3
Peggy: Like Disney Soarin' for free (with a weekly pass). I'm obsessed.
Sophia: Newer, sister speakeasy of Raines Law Room (If you decide to go, go to one or the other, not both). Cool interior.
Sophia: Nice brunch items, but the lines are insane. If you make it to Brooklyn.
Sophia: Awesome for walking around. Similar to SF's Ferry Building, but there are other fun vendors for jewelry & art.
Sophia: Grown-up, classy food court. Great environment and by Battery Park City, which has amazing views by the water.
Sophia: Because, duh, it's greek yogurt with toppings. Also apparently La Colombe (awesome coffee), just opened up right next to it.
Sophia: Tea house setting. Only been here for desserts -- the offerings are fun.
Omer: They have a great lunch special (includes a beer) and an amazing cold seared tuna yuzu tsukemen.
Omer: They have an awesome "deli" (like in a typical New York bodega) in the back with awesome Japanese noodle soups, curries, and more.