Alissa's Saved Places
The Lake is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

1. The Lake

Central Park (btwn 71st & 78th St), New York, NY
Lake · Central Park · 63 tips and reviews
Mr Chow is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

2. Mr Chow

8.1
344 N Camden Dr, Beverly Hills, CA
Chinese Restaurant · 91 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: The legendary eatery still lures in stars looking for luxe Chinese food. Tip: Reservations are relatively easy to come by — just book them online before dropping in.

3. Djerdan 3

221 W 38th St (7th/8th Ave), New York, NY
Eastern European Restaurant · Garment District · 6 tips and reviews
Four Seasons Hotel is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

4. Four Seasons Hotel

9.0
57 E 57th St (btwn Madison & Park Ave), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 80 tips and reviews
Wrigley Field is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

5. Wrigley Field

9.1
1060 W Addison St (btwn Sheffield Ave & Clark St), Chicago, IL
Baseball Stadium · Wrigleyville · 573 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: According to the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council, Wrigley Field and Yankee Stadium tied for home of the best stadium hot dog in 2008. Read more.

ArcLight Cinemas is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

6. ArcLight Cinemas

6360 W Sunset Blvd (btwn Ivar & Vine), Los Angeles, CA
Movie Theater · Central Hollywood · 297 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: When Charlize Theron and Shia LaBeouf want to hit thecineplex, they hit up this movie theater, which boasts a full bar. Tip: Youcan buy reserved seats online.

Bow Bridge is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

7. Bow Bridge

Central Park (74th St.), New York, NY
Bridge · Central Park · 27 tips and reviews
Hernshead is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

8. Hernshead

8.6
Central Park Dr W (at W 74th St), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Central Park · 7 tips and reviews
Peter Luger Steak House is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

9. Peter Luger Steak House

8.7
178 Broadway (at Driggs Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Steakhouse · Williamsburg · 691 tips and reviews
Urth Caffé is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

10. Urth Caffé

9.2
8565 Melrose Ave (at Westmount Dr), West Hollywood, CA
Café · 499 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Think soups, sandwiches and vegan desserts at this health-foodjoint that regularly lures stars both real (like Jessica Alba) andmake-believe (like Vincent Chase; Entourage frequently films here).

El Porto Beach is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

11. El Porto Beach

9.0
4400 The Strand (at 44th St), Manhattan Beach, CA
Beach · North End · 18 tips and reviews

12. Szechuan Hunan Cottage

1588 York Ave (Between 83rd 84th), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · Yorkville · 1 tip

Gary J. N.Gary J. Nix: If you enjoy chinese food, you will enjoy ANYTHING you eat here. Plus you won't spend a lot, even if you order everything on the menu, lol

Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

13. Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza

7.8
251 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA
Hotel · Financial District · 54 tips and reviews

Garth B.Garth Bishop: If you're going to Staples Center, it's not hard to take the subway, just confusing. Take the Angels Flight down to Grand, take the subway from Pershing to 7th St, transfer to Gold, get off at Pico.

Watts Towers of Simon Rodia State Historic Park is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

14. Watts Towers of Simon Rodia State Historic Park

7.5
1765 E 107th St (at S Wilmington Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Sculpture Garden · Watts · 47 tips and reviews

The StandardThe Standard: LA (See) Definitely worth the short drive into South Central LA. These folk art sculptures are iconic Los Angeles at its best.

Melrose Trading Post is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

15. Melrose Trading Post

8.7
7850 Melrose Ave (at N Fairfax Ave.), Los Angeles, CA
Flea Market · Mid-City West · 56 tips and reviews

The StandardThe Standard: CA (Shop) This flea market is held every Sunday from 9a-5p in the parking lot of the Fairfax High School - go early to find the best treasures. You won't leave empty handed.

Locanda Verde is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

16. Locanda Verde

9.1
377 Greenwich St (at N Moore St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Tribeca · 507 tips and reviews

nymagnymag: One of our favorite sandwiches of the year is the slow-cooked lamb sandwich here, made with roasted peppers, cumin-scented yogurt, and a rosemary bun. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.

92YTribeca is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

17. 92YTribeca

200 Hudson St (at Canal St.), New York, NY
Arts and Entertainment · Tribeca · 55 tips and reviews

FlavorpillFlavorpill: Don't sit in the back of the main performance space; it can get a little noisy because of the kitchen.

Southpaw is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

18. Southpaw

125 5th Ave (btwn Sterling & St Johns Pl.), Brooklyn, NY
Rock Club · North Slope · 38 tips and reviews

FlavorpillFlavorpill: There's really not a bad angle in the house, but arrive early to score bench seats on the rear platform.

WP24 by Wolfgang Puck is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

19. WP24 by Wolfgang Puck

The Ritz-Carlton, 900 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Chinese Restaurant · South Park · 50 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: How does Gaga like her Chinese? With panoramic views from the 24th floor! Keep an eye out for stars (real and Hollywood) as you sample Wolfgang Puck's sky-high dumplings and re-roasted pork belly.

SD26 is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

20. SD26

19 E 26th St (btwn Madison and 5th Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · NoMad · 93 tips and reviews
Turtle Bay NYC is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

21. Turtle Bay NYC

987 2nd Ave (btwn E 52nd & E 53rd St), New York, NY
Bar · Turtle Bay · 128 tips and reviews
Club 740 is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

22. Club 740

740 S Broadway (at 8th St), Los Angeles, CA
Night Club · 4 tips and reviews
Chateau Marmont Restaurant is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

23. Chateau Marmont Restaurant

8.7
8221 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
Hotel Bar · West Los Angeles · 51 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Lunch is a don't-miss scene, but by dinner the star-filled patio is pretty exclusive. Tip: Neighboring Bar Marmont is more low-key, but still will give you that classic Hollywood experience.

A Voce Columbus Restaurant is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

24. A Voce Columbus Restaurant

10 Columbus Circle (at Time Warner Center), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 84 tips and reviews

nymagnymag: Adam Platt picked the tramezzi here (served only at lunch) as his favorite sandwich in Midtown. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.

Sweet Lady Jane is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

25. Sweet Lady Jane

8360 Melrose Ave (btwn N Kings Rd & N Orlando Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Bakery · Mid-City West · 89 tips and reviews

Marc Jacobs IntlMarc Jacobs Intl: The most popular bakery in LA! Sit down for a cup of tea and a whipped-cream berry cake - you'll love!

Daley Plaza is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

26. Daley Plaza

7.9
50 W Washington St (btwn Clark St & Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Plaza · The Loop · 50 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Although Picasso designed the sculpture in his home country, the Chicago Picasso was fabricated not too far from Chicago – at the U.S. Steel Company in Gary, Indiana. Read more.

The Rose Bar is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

27. The Rose Bar

New York (Lexington Ave Between 21st and 22nd St), New York, NY
Night Club · Gramercy Park · 127 tips and reviews
Jet Rag is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

28. Jet Rag

6.8
825 N LA Brea Ave (at Willoughby Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Vintage and Thrift Store · Mid-City West · 27 tips and reviews

The StandardThe Standard: LA (Shop) Great vintage clothing store with girl-fight inducing $1 sale every Sunday! Well worth the fight.

Sheraton Grand Los Angeles is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

29. Sheraton Grand Los Angeles

7.3
711 S Hope St (7th St), Los Angeles, CA
Hotel · Financial District · 54 tips and reviews

Kat J.Kat J: Cheap groceries or take out meals at Ralphs ... 9th & Flower. Area a little sketch at night, but you'll be fine.

ArcLight Cinemas is one of Alissa's Saved Places.

30. ArcLight Cinemas

6360 W Sunset Blvd (btwn Ivar & Vine), Los Angeles, CA
Movie Theater · Central Hollywood · 297 tips and reviews

KIIS FMKIIS FM: We love the ravioli bites appetizers at the cafe here, and their carrot cake is amazing. This is a great place to catch premieres and indie flicks alike. Read more.