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The Beagle is one of Do this in NYC.

1. The Beagle

162 Avenue A (at E 10th St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Alphabet City · 65 tips and reviews

2. Ciano

45 E 22nd St (btwn Park Ave. & Broadway), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Flatiron District · 47 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Reserve a table in the main dining area, outfitted with a romantic chandelier and a bright fireplace that’s used to warm focacce, ciabatte and pizzas before they’re served. Read more.

Barbès is one of Do this in NYC.

3. Barbès

8.7
376 9th St (at 6th Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · South Slope · 64 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: This small French space hosts one of the city’s most diverse music scenes in its back room. Arrive early to take advantage of happy hour, with $1 off beers and $3 off cocktails. Read more.

4. Prospect Park

9.7
Prospect Park W/SW (Flatbush Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Prospect Park · 309 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: During warmer months, a picnic on the Long Meadow can’t be beat, but until then, grab a cup of hot cider at the Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket (Sat 8am–4pm) and explore the secluded nooks in this park. Read more.

Union Hall is one of Do this in NYC.

5. Union Hall

8.7
702 Union St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Karaoke Bar · North Slope · 171 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Browse the vintage tomes that line this bar's walls with a bookish date, or head downstairs for one of the venue’s music or comedy shows, such as Eugene Mirman’s weekly Pretty Good Friends. Read more.

The Cloisters is one of Do this in NYC.

6. The Cloisters

9.3
99 Margaret Corbin Dr (at Fort Tryon Pl), New York, NY
Museum · Hudson Heights · 250 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: At this museum devoted to medieval art, a path winds through the peaceful grounds to a monastery that appears to have survived from the Middle Ages. Don’t miss the famed unicorn tapestries. Read more.

7. Kuma Inn

113 Ludlow St (at Delancey St), New York, NY
Asian Restaurant · Lower East Side · 101 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Impress your date at this intimate dinner spot, which offers shareable Asian “tapas” created by chef King Phojanakong. The small plates are also affordable, with most in the $7–$12 range. Read more.

8. Metropolitan

8.1
559 Lorimer St (btwn Metropolitan Ave & Devoe St), Brooklyn, NY
Gay Bar · East Williamsburg · 56 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: It’s free to sing at Queereoke, an LGBT-friendly karaoke night (Tue 10:30pm). The song list includes more than 1,000 tunes. For a little extra courage to serenade your date, turn to $3 well drinks. Read more.

9. Maison Premiere

8.9
298 Bedford Ave (btwn S 1st & Grand St), Brooklyn, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Williamsburg · 447 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Awe a new love at this New Orleans–inspired saloon, where you can sample one of 26 varieties of absinthe, or pick a selection from barkeep Maxwell Britten’s smart cocktail list. Read more.

Museum of the Moving Image is one of Do this in NYC.

10. Museum of the Moving Image

9.2
36-01 35th Ave (btwn 36th St and 37th St), Astoria, NY
Museum · Astoria · 185 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Aside from exhibiting all types of media (such as fanzines, old cameras and arcade consoles), the facility also offers a 267-seat cinema with multiple weekend screenings. Read more.

11. Marco & Pepe

289 Grove St (at Mercer St.), Jersey City, NJ
American Restaurant · Van Vorst Park · 142 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: Amazing brunch place w/ indoor & outdoor seating. Try the Huevos Rancheros…delicious!

12. Morimoto

88 10th Ave (btwn W 15th & W 16th St), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Chelsea · 344 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: For a thoroughly unique Japanese experience (on an expense account), check this place out. If you like to be "wow-ed" by food, order the toro tartare - perfect appetizer for the art director in you.

13. Mason Dixon

133 Essex St (btw Rivington & Stanton), New York, NY
Bar · Lower East Side · 15 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: A great, fun bar where you can drink with locals. Don't forget to ride the bull!

14. Village Pourhouse

982 Amsterdam Ave (at W 109th St), New York, NY
Sports Bar · Upper West Side · 64 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: Get a free drink if you take a cab to this bar. The bar comps you the cost of your ride (remember the cab receipt).

15. Museum of the Moving Image

9.2
36-01 35th Ave (btwn 36th St and 37th St), Astoria, NY
Museum · Astoria · 185 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: Museum offers FREE admission on Fridays from 4-8pm.

16. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

8.7
1071 5th Ave (at E 89th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · Carnegie Hill · 567 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: On Saturday evenings between 5:45p - 7:45pm, is Pay What You Wish, where admission is by donation.

17. Hill Country Barbecue Market

8.6
30 W 26th St (btwn Broadway & 6th Ave), New York, NY
BBQ Joint · NoMad · 489 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: If you are looking for some good Texas style food, this is the place to be. Must have their moist brisket with a side of Mac & cheese.

18. Vive La Crêpe

51 Spring St (btwn Mulberry & Lafayette St), New York, NY
Creperie · NoLita · 123 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: These crêpes are amazing. Light and slightly toasty, just perfect. You can have them as a dessert w/ fruits or as the perfect meal, w/ cheese & veggies. Personal favorite is the Tomato, mozzarella & b

19. Maple

157 W 47th St (btwn 6th 7th Ave.), New York, NY
Lounge · Theater District · 78 tips and reviews

Advertising WeekAdvertising Week: Networking happens for Advertising Week - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.