Bloomingdale's: A candlelit back wall. A high-beamed, eucalyptus-reeded ceiling. The perfect date night spot! We suggest ordering the guacamole (made tableside) and a pitcher of sangria to share.
Bloomingdale's: Funky diner, dishing up Chinese specialties and homemade ice cream. Nothing like dousing the heat of that kung bao chicken with a little mint chocolate chip. Unless you prefer the black raspberry.
70 Main St (btwn Bayview Ave & School St), Northport, NY
Wine Bar · 11 tips and reviews
Bloomingdale's: In between the historic atmo (décor repurposed from the original 1910 furnishings), musicians jazzing away most nights, and of course the vino, this combo cellar/bar appeals to all the senses.
Bloomingdale's: Scarcely bigger than a snickerdoodle, this shop lets you design your own cookies from a choice of dough and mix-ins, then have ‘em baked while you wait. Talk about getting fresh.
People: With 50,000 square feet of delicious Italian treats, you're bound to spot a star—we bumped into Jimmy Fallon! Tip: Relax with a brew in the sprawling rooftop beer garden before loading up groceries.
Dessert Shop · East Village · 711 tips and reviews
People: Everyone has to try the Compost Cookie (a standardchocolate chip with potato chips and other unexpected crunchy things) atleast once. Trust us, it's a salty-sweet revelation!
268 Avenue of the Americas (btwn Bleecker & W Houston St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 205 tips and reviews
People: Hit the ATM because this Italian hot spot is cash only. And it's worth it—the West Village standby boasts yummy pasta, sunny scenery and a shot at glimpsing frequent patrons Jay-Z and Beyoncé.