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Sake Bar Hagi is one of NY To Do.

1. Sake Bar Hagi

8.0
245 W 51st St (8th Avenue), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Theater District · 5 tips and reviews
Museum of the Moving Image is one of NY To Do.

2. Museum of the Moving Image

9.3
36-01 35th Ave (btwn 36th St and 37th St), Astoria, NY
Museum · Astoria · 185 tips and reviews
Gammeeok is one of NY To Do.

3. Gammeeok

7.2
9 W 32nd St Fl 2 (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Korean Restaurant · Koreatown · 34 tips and reviews
Dough is one of NY To Do.

4. Dough

8.9
14 W 19th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Donut Shop · Union Square · 321 tips and reviews
Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company is one of NY To Do.

5. Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company

9.3
63 E 8th St (Mercer Street), New York, NY
Bagel Shop · Greenwich Village · 21 tips and reviews
Banksy - Upper West Side is one of NY To Do.

6. Banksy - Upper West Side

8.5
West 79th (Broadway), New York, NY
Street Art · Upper West Side · 7 tips and reviews
Amorino Gelato is one of NY To Do.

7. Amorino Gelato

9.0
60 University Pl (at E 10th St), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Greenwich Village · 200 tips and reviews
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center is one of NY To Do.

8. The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center

9.1
208 W 13th St (btwn 7th Ave. & Greenwich St.), New York, NY
Community Center · West Village · 33 tips and reviews
Sweet Chick is one of NY To Do.

9. Sweet Chick

8.9
164 Bedford Ave (at N 8th St), Brooklyn, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Williamsburg · 314 tips and reviews
Sunday In Brooklyn is one of NY To Do.

10. Sunday In Brooklyn

8.8
348 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY
New American Restaurant · Williamsburg · 127 tips and reviews
Saigon Shack is one of NY To Do.

11. Saigon Shack

8.4
114 Macdougal St (at Bleecker St), New York, NY
Vietnamese Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 394 tips and reviews
Best Bagel & Coffee is one of NY To Do.

12. Best Bagel & Coffee

8.9
225 W 35th St (btw 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Bagel Shop · Garment District · 215 tips and reviews
New York Pizza Suprema is one of NY To Do.

13. New York Pizza Suprema

9.0
413 8th Ave (btwn W 30th & W 31st St), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Chelsea · 343 tips and reviews
Harlem Shake is one of NY To Do.

14. Harlem Shake

8.3
100 W 124th St (at Lenox Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Central Harlem · 175 tips and reviews
Brooklyn Flea - Dumbo is one of NY To Do.

15. Brooklyn Flea - Dumbo

80 Pearl St (Manhattan Bridge Archway), Brooklyn, NY
Stoop Sale · DUMBO · 12 tips and reviews
Harlem Underground is one of NY To Do.

16. Harlem Underground

6.0
20 E 125th St, New York, NY
Clothing Store · East Harlem · 2 tips and reviews
9/11 Tribute Museum is one of NY To Do.

17. 9/11 Tribute Museum

92 Greenwich St (Rector St), New York, NY
Museum · Financial District · 7 tips and reviews
Joe's Pizza is one of NY To Do.

18. Joe's Pizza

9.0
7 Carmine St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Pizzeria · West Village · 455 tips and reviews
Tom's Restaurant is one of NY To Do.

19. Tom's Restaurant

6.7
2880 Broadway (at W 112th St), New York, NY
Diner · West Harlem · 198 tips and reviews

The Daily MealThe Daily Meal: Made famous by Seinfeld, Tom’s Restaurant is a Columbia student staple that has been around since the 1940s. It is perfect for Greek-American diner classics or a milkshake and gravy fries at 3 a.m. Read more.

Junior's Restaurant is one of NY To Do.

20. Junior's Restaurant

8.6
386 Flatbush Avenue Ext (at DeKalb Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Diner · Downtown Brooklyn · 362 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: There is no substitute anywhere in the world for Junior's cheesecake. -Emily Sprissler, Top Chef

Burger Joint is one of NY To Do.

21. Burger Joint

8.5
119 W 56th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Theater District · 783 tips and reviews

jayme d.jayme del Rosario: Hidden place in Le Parker Meridien Hotel. Look for the neon burger sign by the lobby's curtains and follow your nose! One of the best burgers, fries and shakes in town. They have beer, too.

Sylvia's Restaurant is one of NY To Do.

22. Sylvia's Restaurant

7.8
328 Malcolm X Blvd (btwn W 126th & W 127th St), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 248 tips and reviews

Lyndsey M.Lyndsey McAdams: Amazing food! Friendly service! And great live gospel music on Sundays! As a Southern transport in the Big Apple, I highly recommend!

Fat Witch Bakery is one of NY To Do.

23. Fat Witch Bakery

8.1
75 9th Ave (Chelsea Market), New York, NY
Bakery · Chelsea · 72 tips and reviews

kate w.kate wang: Unwrapped brownies are $1.50 after 5pm!

Amy's Bread is one of NY To Do.

24. Amy's Bread

8.6
672 9th Ave (btwn W 46th & W 47th St), New York, NY
Bakery · Hell's Kitchen · 267 tips and reviews

RafaelRafael: The regular chocolate brownie makes the world a better place to live.

The Halal Guys is one of NY To Do.

25. The Halal Guys

8.7
W 53rd St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Halal Restaurant · Theater District · 890 tips and reviews

Farrah S.Farrah S.: Beware of the red sauce! The tiniest amount goes a long way.

Georgetown Cupcake is one of NY To Do.

26. Georgetown Cupcake

111 Mercer St (btwn Spring St & Prince St), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · SoHo · 194 tips and reviews

Sarah S.Sarah Sweeney: Try a strawberry, key lime, peanut butter fudge, lemon berry, lemon blossom, and milk chocolate birthday. Also, check out the Georgetown Cupcake fb/twitter for the free "secret" cupcake of the day.

Magnolia Bakery is one of NY To Do.

27. Magnolia Bakery

8.7
401 Bleecker St (at W 11th St), New York, NY
Bakery · West Village · 436 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: 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

Billy's Bakery is one of NY To Do.

28. Billy's Bakery

8.2
184 9th Ave (btw 21st & 22nd St), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Chelsea · 208 tips and reviews

Mario B.Mario Batali: Must get the red velvet cake. Amazing!

ChikaLicious Dessert Bar is one of NY To Do.

29. ChikaLicious Dessert Bar

203 E 10th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · East Village · 252 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Grab a seat at the bar and watch the owner, Chika, create all the ethereal desserts. Get the Prix Fixe with wine pairing ($22) and try anything from the daily menu.

M&M's World is one of NY To Do.

30. M&M's World

8.6
1600 Broadway (at W 48th St), New York, NY
Chocolate Store · Theater District · 375 tips and reviews

Roderick C.Roderick Campbell Jr.: Check out all the 21 different colors of M&Ms...

Chelsea Market is one of NY To Do.

31. Chelsea Market

9.2
75 9th Ave (btwn W 15th & W 16th St), New York, NY
Market · Chelsea · 1218 tips and reviews

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: Peruse all the fresh goods at the Chelsea Market and pick up some milk and cookies at Ronnybrook Milk bar, then walk the Highline.

Apollo Theater is one of NY To Do.

32. Apollo Theater

9.0
253 W 125th St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Theater · Central Harlem · 142 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: For many years, Apollo was the only theater in New York City to hire black talent. Ella Fitzgerald made her singing debut at 17 at the Apollo, on November 21, 1934.

Times Square is one of NY To Do.

33. Times Square

8.5
Broadway & 7th Ave (btwn W 42nd & 47th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Theater District · 2356 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This area was originally named Longacre Square but was renamed in 1904 when the NY Times moved to the skyscraper now known as One Times Square at 42nd St., famous for the Times Square Ball drop.

Brooklyn Museum is one of NY To Do.

34. Brooklyn Museum

9.4
200 Eastern Pkwy (at Washington Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Art Museum · 423 tips and reviews

Patricia L.Patricia Lutz: Go to First Saturdays for free and checkout the exhibits

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is one of NY To Do.

35. Brooklyn Botanic Garden

9.4
990 Washington Ave (btwn President St & Empire Blvd), Brooklyn, NY
Botanical Garden · Prospect Park · 322 tips and reviews

Christina R.Christina Ray: Don't miss the cherry blossoms this spring. Remember to check the status map: http://www.bbg.org/exp/cherries/map.html

Brooklyn Bridge is one of NY To Do.

36. Brooklyn Bridge

9.5
Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY
Bridge · 1012 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The Brooklyn Bridge was completed in 1883. It was the longest suspension bridge in the world from its opening until 1903 and the first steel-wire suspension bridge.

Brooklyn Bridge Park is one of NY To Do.

37. Brooklyn Bridge Park

9.6
Furman St (Plymouth St), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Brooklyn Heights · 418 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: 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.

High Line is one of NY To Do.

38. High Line

9.5
btwn Gansevoort & W 34th St (btwn 10th & 12th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Chelsea · 1495 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The best place to remember why you love Manhattan takes you above the city while keeping you rooted in urban life: Walk through a field of wildflowers as cabs zoom along the street beneath you.

Union Square Park is one of NY To Do.

39. Union Square Park

9.1
Union Sq E/W & Broadway (btwn E 14th & E 17th St), New York, NY
Park · Union Square · 565 tips and reviews

Matthew K.Matthew Kramer: Always busy, always awesome! Check out the Farmer's Market for some awesome fresh, local food! Always something art related going on too! Sit, relax, watch the street performers.

Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is one of NY To Do.

40. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

9.3
11 W 53rd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Art Museum · Midtown East · 1870 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: 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.

Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of NY To Do.

41. Metropolitan Museum of Art

9.5
1000 5th Ave (btwn E 80th & E 84th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · 1961 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The best place to gawk at priceless art has a collection that is seemingly endless, spanning creepy Egyptian tombs to the shimmering Impressionist paintings to an unparalleled costume collection. Read more.

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is one of NY To Do.

42. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

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

BLOUIN ARTINFOBLOUIN ARTINFO: 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.

The Cloisters is one of NY To Do.

43. The Cloisters

9.2
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: Check out the famous Unicorn Tapestries, the 12th-century Fuentidueña Chapel and the Annunciation Triptych by Robert Campin.

Central Park is one of NY To Do.

44. Central Park

9.7
59th to 110th St (btwn 5th Ave & Central Park W), New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 1838 tips and reviews

TODAY ShowTODAY Show: Home to some of New York's most famous concerts. Diana Ross literally singing in the rain, Simon & Garfunkel, Garth Brooks and Dave Matthews Band have all played Central Park.

Sutton Place Park is one of NY To Do.

45. Sutton Place Park

8.5
1 Sutton Pl S (btwn E 56th & E 57th St), New York, NY
Park · Sutton Place · 23 tips and reviews

Ali M.Ali Masterson: Beautiful views of the 59th St bridge and East River.

Strawberry Fields is one of NY To Do.

46. Strawberry Fields

Central Park West (at W 72nd St), New York, NY
Memorial Site · Central Park · 165 tips and reviews

Rolling StoneRolling Stone: After John Lennon's death, Yoko Ono donated a million dollars to the city to create a memorial in his favorite section of Central Park, directly across the street from their home in The Dakota. Read more.

National September 11 Memorial is one of NY To Do.

47. National September 11 Memorial

9.3
180 Greenwich St (btwn Liberty & Fulton St), New York, NY
Memorial Site · Financial District · 869 tips and reviews

FabianFabian: If you're in NYC, go pay your respects. Its the least any of us can do.

Green-Wood Cemetery is one of NY To Do.

48. Green-Wood Cemetery

9.2
500 25th St (at 5th Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Cemetery · Greenwood Heights · 72 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Visit the graves of Jean-Michel Basquiat, Leonard Bernstein and Mae West; and check out the 1911 chapel designed by the same firm behind Grand Central Terminal.

Brooklyn Heights Promenade is one of NY To Do.

49. Brooklyn Heights Promenade

9.6
Columbia Heights (btwn Remsen & Orange St), Brooklyn, NY
Scenic Lookout · Brooklyn Heights · 222 tips and reviews

Netta P.Netta P: go to brooklyn heights promenade and look out at the view. take pictures!

50. DUMBO

Brooklyn, NY
Neighborhood · 83 tips and reviews

Crystal G.Crystal Ginn: East River Park, the coolest faux beach and the best views of downtown NYC

Joanne Trattoria is one of NY To Do.

51. Joanne Trattoria

7.8
70 W 68th St (at Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Lincoln Square · 64 tips and reviews
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir is one of NY To Do.

52. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir

9.5
Central Park (btwn 85th & 96th St), New York, NY
Reservoir · Central Park · 123 tips and reviews

Gossip GirlGossip Girl: Sweat is rarely sexy, unless we’re talking about watching shirtless St. Judes boys work out. Come to work out . . . but stay for the show. Read more.

Bryant Park is one of NY To Do.

53. Bryant Park

9.5
W 42nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Midtown · 1230 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: In 1853-54, NY's first world's fair, the Crystal Palace Exhibition, took place here. A huge iron-and-glass structure was erected to house 5,272 exhibitors from 23 foreign nations and across the U.S.

Madison Square Park is one of NY To Do.

54. Madison Square Park

9.5
Madison Ave (btwn E 23rd & E 26th St), New York, NY
Park · 480 tips and reviews

Windows Live Photo GalleryWindows Live Photo Gallery: From inside the park, you can get a great angle on the surrounding buildings for a Panoramic Stitch. Outside the park on the west side, looking south, is a fantastic shot of the Flatiron Building.

Flatiron Building is one of NY To Do.

55. Flatiron Building

175 5th Ave (at E 23rd St), New York, NY
Structure · Flatiron District · 134 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This triangle shaped building was built in 1902 and is considered the World's first Skyscraper. It has become famous in recent years as the setting of The Daily Bugle in the "Spider-Man" movies.

Zabar's is one of NY To Do.

56. Zabar's

9.0
2245 Broadway (at W 80th St), New York, NY
Food and Beverage Retail · Upper West Side · 217 tips and reviews

Lindsay K.Lindsay Kaplan: $1 mugs and phenomenal fresh-ground coffee. Now my kitchen smells like Zabar's every morning.

Washington Square Park is one of NY To Do.

57. Washington Square Park

9.5
W 4th St (btwn MacDougal St & University Pl), New York, NY
Park · Greenwich Village · 711 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: A beautiful park and a must see for any visitor. It's perfect when you just want to sit on a bench and read a book or do some people watching. On nice days you can find all sorts of live music too.

Battery Park is one of NY To Do.

58. Battery Park

9.2
Battery Pl (at State St), New York, NY
Park · Financial District · 302 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Take in unparalleled views as seagulls fly, the waves lap, and the sun sets over Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.

Columbus Circle is one of NY To Do.

59. Columbus Circle

8.6
Columbus Cir (Broadway & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Plaza · 232 tips and reviews

Movie MayorMovie Mayor: You talkin' to me? In 1976's "Taxi Driver" Robert Deniro gives himself a new haircut and sets out to Columbus Circle to assassinate a senator. Spotted by Secret Service, he quickly flees Read more.

Statue of Liberty is one of NY To Do.

60. Statue of Liberty

9.3
Liberty Island, New York, NY
Monument · 702 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Thank publisher Joseph Pulitzer—yes, that Pulitzer—for stimulating enough American donations to pay for Lady Liberty’s pedestal. His statue is at the walkway near the left entrance to the statue. Read more.

86th Floor Observation Deck is one of NY To Do.

61. 86th Floor Observation Deck

8.6
350 5th Ave (btwn 33rd & 34th Sts), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Koreatown · 242 tips and reviews

Movie MayorMovie Mayor: Here on the observation deck of the Empire State building, Meg Ryan meets Tom Hanks for the first time after being setup by his son on a call-in radio show in 1993's "Sleepless in Seattle." Read more.

Empire State Building is one of NY To Do.

62. Empire State Building

9.1
350 5th Ave (btwn 33rd & 34th St), New York, NY
Structure · Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY · 1173 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The Empire State Building opened ahead of schedule in 1931 taking only one year and 45 days to build. It is currently the tallest building in NYC.

Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk is one of NY To Do.

63. Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk

9.1
Riegelmann Boardwalk, Brooklyn, NY
Beach · Coney Island · 359 tips and reviews
Top of the Rock Observation Deck is one of NY To Do.

64. Top of the Rock Observation Deck

9.3
30 Rockefeller Plz (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Rockefeller Center · 881 tips and reviews

TODAY ShowTODAY Show: A breathtaking view of Manhattan.

Rockefeller Center is one of NY To Do.

65. Rockefeller Center

9.1
Rockefeller Plaza (btwn W 49th & W 50th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Rockefeller Center · 847 tips and reviews

Alicia KeysAlicia Keys: This is one of my favorite places in NYC to walk around and window shop. I've even had the chance to perform here a few times! Def a classic NY spot!

Grand Central Terminal is one of NY To Do.

66. Grand Central Terminal

9.0
87 E 42nd St (btwn Vanderbilt & Park Ave), New York, NY
Rail Station · 1470 tips and reviews

Gossip GirlGossip Girl: This is where it all begins. Or ends. Where S returned from boarding school, where B headed to Yale, and where D and S struck up an unlikely romance. (I Will Always Love You) Read more.

67. Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 1

334 Furman St (at Old Fulton St), Brooklyn, NY
Pier · Brooklyn Heights · 70 tips and reviews

Joe L.Joe Lynch: Great new view of Manhattan. Lots of grass and benches

Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 6 is one of NY To Do.

68. Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 6

9.4
Pier 6 (at Bridge Park Dr), Brooklyn, NY
Pier · Brooklyn Heights · 59 tips and reviews

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: Old-time residents still call it South Brooklyn, near Carroll Gardens and Red Hook, but Columbia Street Waterfront District is starting to take on an identity of its own. Read more.

Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory is one of NY To Do.

69. Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory

1 Water St (at Old Fulton St), Brooklyn, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · DUMBO · 180 tips and reviews

CharmaineCharmaine: Best icecream in BK, w/the BEST view ever. Long lines but its worth the wait.

Coolhaus Ice Cream Truck is one of NY To Do.

70. Coolhaus Ice Cream Truck

8.3
New York, NY
Food Truck · Upper West Side · 72 tips and reviews

Village VoiceVillage Voice: Winner of Best Mess in the Village Voice 2011 Best Of issue! The ice cream sandwiches will make you love to use napkin stacks.

Artichoke Basille's Pizza & Brewery is one of NY To Do.

71. Artichoke Basille's Pizza & Brewery

8.0
111 Macdougal St (btwn Bleecker & W 3rd St), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Greenwich Village · 139 tips and reviews

Ryan R.Ryan Romero: Artichoke pizza! Great for hangovers! Crab pizza is supposed to be great too.

Prospect Park is one of NY To Do.

72. Prospect Park

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

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: One of the most beautiful parks in the city allows you to escape the mayhem, watch an outdoor concert or let your dog off leash in one of the most pet & queer friendly neighborhoods in NYC. - Whitney

Long Meadow is one of NY To Do.

73. Long Meadow

9.5
Prospect Park (btwn East Dr & West Dr), Brooklyn, NY
Field · Prospect Park · 59 tips and reviews

Francesca B.Francesca Birks: A very good reason to visit or live in Park Slope.

Flushing Meadows Corona Park is one of NY To Do.

74. Flushing Meadows Corona Park

9.1
Great Lakes Ct (Dwight Eisenhower Promenade), Queens, NY
Park · Flushing Meadows-Corona Park · 85 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The best place to remember why you love Queens contains the Mets stadium, the New York Hall of Science, the home of the US Open, the iconic Unisphere. and the Queens Museum of Art. Read more.

The Shop at NBC Studios is one of NY To Do.

75. The Shop at NBC Studios

7.3
30 Rockefeller Plz (6th Avenue between 49th & 50th St), New York, NY
Gift Store · Theater District · 71 tips and reviews

Emily R.Emily Rubin: The NBC Experience Store has amazing merchandise from all the hit NBC shows. Also, the NBC Studio Tour is located on the second floor of the store. I had the best experience on the tour! Read more.

The Noguchi Museum is one of NY To Do.

76. The Noguchi Museum

9.2
9-01 33rd Rd (at Vernon Blvd), Long Island City, NY
Art Museum · 68 tips and reviews

BLOUIN ARTINFOBLOUIN ARTINFO: An oasis of transporting sculptures and calm, Zen-like environments designed by Japanese-American modernist Isamu Noguchi.

Whitney Museum of American Art is one of NY To Do.

77. Whitney Museum of American Art

9.1
99 Gansevoort St (btwn 10th Ave & Washington St), New York, NY
Art Museum · Meatpacking District · 434 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Make sure you see Paul Thek's "meat" sculptures and other objects on display; this pioneer of installation art influenced such contemporary art stars as Damien Hirst. Oct 21–Jan 9.

Socrates Sculpture Park is one of NY To Do.

78. Socrates Sculpture Park

8.5
3205 Vernon Blvd (at Broadway), Astoria, NY
Sculpture Garden · Astoria · 80 tips and reviews

nycgonycgo: Once an abandoned landfill, in the 1980s this area was turned into an open studio and exhibition space for artists, as well as a neighborhood park. Read more.

Shake Shack is one of NY To Do.

79. Shake Shack

9.1
Madison Ave (at E 23rd St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · NoMad · 1234 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Not to be missed: French fries dipped in salted caramel, a.k.a. the stuff stoner dreams are made of.

MoMA Design Store is one of NY To Do.

80. MoMA Design Store

9.2
44 W 53rd St (btwn 6th & 5th Ave.), New York, NY
Gift Store · Midtown East · 69 tips and reviews

MoMAMoMA: MoMA store is open later than the Museum, so you can shop after the galleries close.

Ace Hotel New York is one of NY To Do.

81. Ace Hotel New York

8.8
20 W 29th St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Hotel · NoMad · 402 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: My new favorite New York hotel. The restaurant is all that and perfect for midtown business meetings or an evening of theater. -Ilene Chaiken

Mast Brothers Chocolate Factory is one of NY To Do.

82. Mast Brothers Chocolate Factory

111 N 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY
Chocolate Store · Williamsburg · 103 tips and reviews

HuffPostHuffPost: With cocoa beans from family farms in Madagascar, Venezuela and the Dominican Republic, the Mast bros create delicious, homemade chocolate by following their beans every step of the way. Read more.

Marsha P. Johnson State Park is one of NY To Do.

83. Marsha P. Johnson State Park

9.1
90 Kent Ave (btwn N 7th & N 9th St), Brooklyn, NY
State or Provincial Park · Williamsburg · 78 tips and reviews

Nicholas P.Nicholas Parilla: bring a book and enjoy it while in the shadows of the nyc skyline

Smorgasburg Williamsburg is one of NY To Do.

84. Smorgasburg Williamsburg

90 Kent Ave (at N 7th St), Brooklyn, NY
Street Food Gathering · Williamsburg · 412 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: This weekend the Williamsburg flea turns into an entirely grub-oriented market called Smorgasburg, with over a hundred vendors trying to feed you stuff like fresh local tempeh and heirloom beans. Read more.

DuMont Burger is one of NY To Do.

85. DuMont Burger

7.8
314 Bedford Ave (btwn S 1st & S 2nd St.), Brooklyn, NY
Burger Joint · Williamsburg · 226 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Hands-down the best burger in NYC. I order mine with blue cheese and caramelized onions. The mac and cheese with bacon can easily feed a family of four or one very hungry chef. -Jacqueline Lombard, To

Egg is one of NY To Do.

86. Egg

109A N 3rd St (at Berry St), Brooklyn, NY
Breakfast Spot · Williamsburg · 377 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Awesome brunch, but be prepared to WAIT. Try the Egg Rothkos or the Biscuits & Gravy. Less of a wait for dinner, when you should try the Fried Oyster Sandwich or the Carolina Kale.

Tortilleria Mexicana Los Hermanos is one of NY To Do.

87. Tortilleria Mexicana Los Hermanos

8.6
271 Starr St (btwn Wyckoff & St Nicholas Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Taco Restaurant · Bushwick · 206 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try the chorizo taco at this Bushwick tortilla factory. It's one of NYC's 26 best tacos! Read more.

Roberta's Pizza is one of NY To Do.

88. Roberta's Pizza

9.3
261 Moore St (at Bogart St), Brooklyn, NY
Pizzeria · East Williamsburg · 864 tips and reviews

The New York TimesThe New York Times: Pizzas are nicely singed. Also good: arugula with bresaola, pickled pig’s tongue, mackerel with lemon jelly, wood-roasted chicken, wood-roasted Berkshire pork chop. Read more.

Big Gay Ice Cream Shop is one of NY To Do.

89. Big Gay Ice Cream Shop

125 E 7th St (btwn 1st Ave & Ave A), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · East Village · 416 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Sample quirky treats like the decadent Salty Pimp, a chocolate-dipped vanilla cone with dulce de leche and sea salt. The shop is small, so get your cones to-go. Read more.

Baked is one of NY To Do.

90. Baked

8.8
359 Van Brunt St (at Dikeman St), Brooklyn, NY
Bakery · Red Hook · 137 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: This is where I am a pastry chef. How could I leave this off the list? Get the whoopee pies. My favorite. -Eric Wolitzky, Top Chef Just Desserts

Harlem is one of NY To Do.

91. Harlem

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 100 tips and reviews

Paul R.Paul Rayment: Jay-Z: "yeah they love me everywhere, I used to cop in Harlem, all of my Dominicanos."

92. Momofuku Noodle Bar

8.6
171 1st Ave (btwn E 10th & E 11th St), New York, NY
Ramen Restaurant · East Village · 849 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: This is a must-stop for me when I’m in NYC, but you can’t go wrong at any of David Chang’s restaurants. -Monica Pope, Top Chef

Zuccotti Park is one of NY To Do.

93. Zuccotti Park

7.2
117 Trinity Pl (btwn Liberty & Cedar St), New York, NY
Park · Financial District · 60 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: NYPD arrest and pepper spray protesters during Occupy Wall Street march. Photo at the link! Read more.

Ace Hotel Lobby Bar is one of NY To Do.

94. Ace Hotel Lobby Bar

8.6
16 W 29th St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · NoMad · 236 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: You'll need a nap after the Breslin Burger, a griddled LaFrieda patty covered with a blanket of assertive, mature English cheddar & topped off with supple slabs of house-cured Berkshire pork belly. Read more.

Marlow & Sons is one of NY To Do.

95. Marlow & Sons

8.9
81 Broadway (btwn Berry & Wythe St), Brooklyn, NY
American Restaurant · Williamsburg · 254 tips and reviews

nymagnymag: The restaurant's signature dish is the result of what happens when you sandwich half a chicken between a roaring hot skillet and a 35-pound brick. One of our 5 favorite roast chickens in the city! Read more.

Blue Note is one of NY To Do.

96. Blue Note

8.8
131 W 3rd St (btwn MacDougal St & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Jazz and Blues Venue · Greenwich Village · 175 tips and reviews

Examiner.comExaminer.com: The Blue Note located is located in the heart of Greenwich Village. It is known to many as a Manhattan legend with many new and old jazz groups performing on a nightly basis. Read more.

Smalls Jazz Club is one of NY To Do.

97. Smalls Jazz Club

9.1
183 W 10th St (btwn 4th St & 7th Ave S), New York, NY
Jazz and Blues Venue · West Village · 124 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: The original Smalls was a raw basement space that quickly became the late-night hangout for a multi-generational assortment of jazz musicians.

The Unisphere is one of NY To Do.

98. The Unisphere

9.2
Flushing Meadows Corona Park (Ave of the States), Queens, NY
Monument · Flushing Meadows-Corona Park · 46 tips and reviews

City of New YorkCity of New York: Flushing Meadows Corona Park’s stainless steel crown jewel served as the centerpiece of the 1964 World’s Fair and was made and donated by U.S. Steel as a symbol of peace.

Madison Square Garden is one of NY To Do.

99. Madison Square Garden

8.9
4 Penn Plz (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Basketball Stadium · 1000 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Opened in 1968, it is the longest active major sporting facility in the Metropolitan area & is the 4th incarnation of the arena in the city. The Garden hosts approximately 320 events a year.

Dough is one of NY To Do.

100. Dough

305 Franklin Ave (at Lafayette Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Donut Shop · Bedford-Stuyvesant · 376 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try the luminous blood-orange doughnut: stretchy, yeasty dough, slathered with a tart citrus glaze and crowned with a candied slice of the fruit. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.

One Girl Cookies is one of NY To Do.

101. One Girl Cookies

8.7
68 Dean St, Brooklyn, NY
Bakery · Boerum Hill · 77 tips and reviews

FoodspottingFoodspotting: Try the Red Velvet Whoopie Pies

Cocoron is one of NY To Do.

102. Cocoron

9.1
16 Delancey St (at Chrystie St), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Lower East Side · 214 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try the Stamina Soba, which combines savory and briny seaweed-bonito stocks and features pork belly, scallion and a plump ginger-chicken meatball. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.

Grand Army Plaza is one of NY To Do.

103. Grand Army Plaza

9.2
Flatbush Ave (Eastern Pkwy), Brooklyn, NY
Plaza · 58 tips and reviews

City of New YorkCity of New York: Grand Army Plaza, a National Historic Landmark, is the heart of Brooklyn. Within blocks are the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, Brooklyn Museum, Prospect Park.

Neue Galerie is one of NY To Do.

104. Neue Galerie

8.8
1048 5th Ave (at E 86th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · Upper East Side · 124 tips and reviews

Helmut LangHelmut Lang: NY. A beautiful German and Austrian art and design museum. A must-see if you are in NY. Read more.

MarieBelle is one of NY To Do.

105. MarieBelle

8.9
484 Broome St (btwn W Broadway & Wooster St), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · SoHo · 101 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: Beneath the delicate, artistic top layers lie homemade fruit fillings and rich ganaches in flavors like cardamom, Champagne and saffron. Also a must-try: chipotle-spiked hot chocolate.

Sheep Meadow is one of NY To Do.

106. Sheep Meadow

9.4
W 67th St (btwn West & East Dr), New York, NY
Picnic Area · Central Park · 159 tips and reviews

Village VoiceVillage Voice: Winner of Best Picnic Spot in the Village Voice 2011 Best Of issue! There's a Whole Foods nearby at Lincoln Center for all your munchie needs.

Central Park Mall is one of NY To Do.

107. Central Park Mall

9.3
Central Park, New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 40 tips and reviews

Renee D.Renee DiResta: The prettiest place in the park. Leads to Bethesda Fountain.

The Lake is one of NY To Do.

108. The Lake

Central Park (btwn 71st & 78th St), New York, NY
Lake · Central Park · 63 tips and reviews

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: Take a stroll to the Central Park Lake to watch the mini sailboats

Great Lawn is one of NY To Do.

109. Great Lawn

9.3
79th & 86th St Transverse (btwn East & West Dr), New York, NY
Picnic Area · Central Park · 101 tips and reviews
Alice in Wonderland Statue is one of NY To Do.

110. Alice in Wonderland Statue

9.0
Wallach Walk (btwn E 75th & 76th St), New York, NY
Outdoor Sculpture · Central Park · 56 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Created in 1959 by Jose de Creeft (1884-1982), this bronze sculpture features characters from the 1865 Lewis Carroll story‚ "Alice in Wonderland."

Conservatory Water is one of NY To Do.

111. Conservatory Water

E 74th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Lake · Central Park · 45 tips and reviews
Bethesda Fountain is one of NY To Do.

112. Bethesda Fountain

9.5
Terrace Dr (Central Park), New York, NY
Fountain · Central Park · 123 tips and reviews

Windows Live Photo GalleryWindows Live Photo Gallery: Put your back to the fountain and shoot through the arches. This is a beautiful shot day or night.

Chobani is one of NY To Do.

113. Chobani

8.9
152 Prince St (at W Broadway), New York, NY
Snack Place · SoHo · 219 tips and reviews

Lindsay K.Lindsay Kos: Try one of the simple favorites: Plain Chobani with olive oil, salt and pepper, served with pita chips is a unique and savory treat!

Conservatory Garden is one of NY To Do.

114. Conservatory Garden

9.5
1231 5th Ave (at 105th St), New York, NY
Garden · Central Park · 66 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Relax and enjoy lunch or a good read a in this beautiful “secret garden”. Best to go when all the springtime flowers are in bloom. Fido is allowed too!

Powerhouse Arena is one of NY To Do.

115. Powerhouse Arena

8.6
28 Adams St (Waer St), Brooklyn, NY
Bookstore · DUMBO · 68 tips and reviews

MoRizaMoRiza: Good stock of photography books.

Sarabeth's Central Park South is one of NY To Do.

116. Sarabeth's Central Park South

8.4
40 Central Park S (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 559 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: This is a great place for Brunch or Lunch. Try the Cream of Tomato Soup and the Grilled Smoked Mozzarella Sandwich. The burger is pretty tasty too!

The Archway Under the Manhattan Bridge is one of NY To Do.

117. The Archway Under the Manhattan Bridge

9.0
50 Adams St (at Water St), Brooklyn, NY
Other Great Outdoors · DUMBO · 20 tips and reviews

NYDDNYDD: Here on June 02, 2011, the partnership of the DUMBO BID and Two Trees Management announced a free wireless network, the first such network provided by a neighborhood in NYC. Read more.

Main Street Playground is one of NY To Do.

118. Main Street Playground

8.9
Plymouth St (at Main St), Brooklyn, NY
Playground · DUMBO · 19 tips and reviews

Jeremy A.Jeremy Andrus: Giant play-structure shaped like a ship: very cool

119. Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette

8.2
1226 Lexington Ave (at E 83rd St), New York, NY
Diner · Upper East Side · 88 tips and reviews

James S.James Sims: Great old-fashioned cherry coke... with actual syrup.

Pastrami Queen is one of NY To Do.

120. Pastrami Queen

7.6
1125 Lexington Ave (at 78th St.), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Upper East Side · 65 tips and reviews

NearSay NYCNearSay NYC: This UES haven offers an exceptionally tasteful pastrami platter consisting of thick juicy slices of spicy pastrami and rye bread. A bit on the $$ side but well worth it!

Butterfield Market is one of NY To Do.

121. Butterfield Market

8.0
1114 Lexington Ave (at 78th St.), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Upper East Side · 35 tips and reviews

Susan K.Susan Kille: Get a coffee & tasty pastry & head for long row of benches out front to sit in morning sun & watch folks across street in Starbucks who paid more for less & are inside in the shade.

Heidelberg Restaurant is one of NY To Do.

122. Heidelberg Restaurant

8.7
1648 2nd Ave (btwn 85th & 86th St.), New York, NY
German Restaurant · Yorkville · 106 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Great sausage platters but they're made even better with the beer options. Be wary, if you want to drink out of the 2 liter boot, it takes a $60 cash deposit.

Jin Ramen is one of NY To Do.

123. Jin Ramen

8.5
3183 Broadway (at W 125th St), New York, NY
Ramen Restaurant · West Harlem · 182 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: The Hakata Tonkotsu is cooked with pork bones in the broth 'til they release their marrow, giving it a "creamy consistency that rivals milk, melted butter, or gravy." In other words: It's delicious. Read more.

Urban Jungle is one of NY To Do.

124. Urban Jungle

8.3
118 Knickerbocker Ave (at Thames St), Brooklyn, NY
Vintage and Thrift Store · East Williamsburg · 34 tips and reviews

Andrea S.Andrea S.: This place has a HUGE selection with racks chock full of vintage clothing. The staff is friendly, prices are great, and there a few more thrift stores just around the corner.

Five Leaves is one of NY To Do.

125. Five Leaves

8.9
18 Bedford Ave (at Lorimer St), Brooklyn, NY
New American Restaurant · Greenpoint · 535 tips and reviews

SkeeterNYCSkeeterNYC: When you order a burger and you have to choose between truffle fries and regular fries. Get the truffle. Read more.

Berry Park is one of NY To Do.

126. Berry Park

8.1
4 Berry St (at N 14th St), Brooklyn, NY
Beer Garden · Williamsburg · 293 tips and reviews

Blake W.Blake Whitman: Go to the roof. Drink beer. Look at the empire state building.

Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain is one of NY To Do.

127. Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain

8.8
513 Henry St (at Sackett St), Brooklyn, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Carroll Gardens · 192 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: The fresh sparkling bevs are charged by P&H Soda & Syrup syrups, while the menu is packed with treats like sundaes, strawberry rhubarb pie, egg creams, & an egg cream-topped shake. Read more.

Magnolia Bakery is one of NY To Do.

128. Magnolia Bakery

8.6
1240 Avenue of the Americas (at W 49th St), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Rockefeller Center · 682 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: 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

Sprinkles is one of NY To Do.

129. Sprinkles

8.6
780 Lexington Avenue (btwn E 60th & E 61st St), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Upper East Side · 199 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Everyone loves a good cupcake and Sprinkles just does it right. Get the Peanut Butter Chocolate cupcake for an experience your taste buds won't be ready for.

Century 21 Department Store is one of NY To Do.

130. Century 21 Department Store

22 Cortlandt Street (btwn Church & Broadway), New York, NY
Department Store · Financial District · 460 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: When I go to New York, I always go to Century 21 to scope out the deals. It’s the place where I can afford to buy Armani! -Maria Hines, Top Chef

Ess-a-Bagel is one of NY To Do.

131. Ess-a-Bagel

8.4
831 3rd Ave (btwn 50th & 51st St.), New York, NY
Bagel Shop · Turtle Bay · 359 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Want to delve into a traditional NY bagel? The fluffy bagels at this Midtown East establishment are not only delicious, but very cheap. Get it with some cream cheese and lox for the classic sandwich.

New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building is one of NY To Do.

132. New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

9.2
476 5th Ave (at W 42nd St), New York, NY
Library · Midtown East · 529 tips and reviews

New York Public LibraryNew York Public Library: Free one-hour tours of the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building begin at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Mondays to Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tours meet at the reception desk in Astor Hall. Read more.

Ippudo is one of NY To Do.

133. Ippudo

9.0
65 4th Ave (btwn E 9th & E 10th St), New York, NY
Ramen Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 1164 tips and reviews

The New York TimesThe New York Times: You have to wait for a table, but then: hot ramen, porky and rich, with dumplings on the side, cold beer. One of the city’s best meals.

Roosevelt Island is one of NY To Do.

134. Roosevelt Island

New York, NY
Island · 78 tips and reviews

Matt K.Matt Kerestesy: Go spend the day on Roosevelt Island, make sure to visit the old hospital and other historic sites. Does not feel like NYC, despite being surrounded by it.

OOTOYA is one of NY To Do.

135. OOTOYA

9.0
8 W 18th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Union Square · 282 tips and reviews

Ben L.Ben Lee: Get the seaweed rice. Definitely worth the extra buck!

Jane's Carousel is one of NY To Do.

136. Jane's Carousel

9.3
45 Main St (at Old Dock St), Brooklyn, NY
Attraction · DUMBO · 86 tips and reviews

Michael M.Michael Malice: The outer ring of horses do NOT move up and down! #horrors

Garden of Eden Marketplace is one of NY To Do.

137. Garden of Eden Marketplace

7.8
7 E 14th St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Union Square · 47 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A really beautiful and small market with a great selection of fruits & veggies. Come for lunch and grab a delicious sandwich. Come after 8pm and it’s half off the prepared foods.

Whole Foods Market is one of NY To Do.

138. Whole Foods Market

8.4
4 Union Square South (btwn Broadway & University Pl), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Union Square · 386 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Great selection of organic products and great selection of sugar derivatives for people with diabetes. I did a dinner and made desserts using Stevia. -Ed Cotton, Top Chef

Citarella Gourmet Market - West Village is one of NY To Do.

139. Citarella Gourmet Market - West Village

8.2
424 6th Ave (btwn W 9th & W 10th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Greenwich Village · 50 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Great seafood. -Carmen Gonzalez, Top Chef

Bubby's is one of NY To Do.

140. Bubby's

8.9
120 Hudson St (btwn Franklin & Moore St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Tribeca · 528 tips and reviews

LogoTVLogoTV: “Splurge and go for the pancakes! You can work them off later! ” – Renee, Setup Squad

Taishu-Izakaya Kenka is one of NY To Do.

141. Taishu-Izakaya Kenka

7.8
25 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · East Village · 155 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Awesome Japanese drinking spot. Great for big groups. Cheap food and drinks. So much fun. There's a do it yourself cotton candy machine. -Francine, The Real L Word

Stonewall Inn is one of NY To Do.

142. Stonewall Inn

8.6
53 Christopher St (at 7th Ave), New York, NY
Gay Bar · West Village · 128 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The gay rights movement began here during a riot on June 28, 1969. Today, Gay Pride events are held annually throughout the world toward the end of June to mark the Stonewall riots.

Carl Schurz Park is one of NY To Do.

143. Carl Schurz Park

9.5
599 E 86th St (at East End Ave), New York, NY
Park · 97 tips and reviews

Kat H.Kat Hanna: Sit on one of the benches by the East River, toward the top of the park behind Gracie Mansion, and you'll get a cool breeze, a great view and a bit of serenity of soaking up the water vibe!

Milk Bar is one of NY To Do.

144. Milk Bar

8.4
251 E 13th St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · East Village · 711 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: 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!

The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory is one of NY To Do.

145. The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory

8.6
65 Bayard St (btwn Elizabeth & Mott St), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Chinatown · 450 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Great ice cream and original flavors. -Eric Wolitzky, Top Chef Just Desserts

Trinity Church is one of NY To Do.

146. Trinity Church

75 Broadway (at Wall St), New York, NY
Church · Financial District · 86 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Opened in 1846, this Gothic Revival style building is the third and current home of Trinity Church, part of the Episcopal Diocese of New York City.

Book Off is one of NY To Do.

147. Book Off

8.2
49 W 45th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Bookstore · Midtown East · 80 tips and reviews

Rich K.Rich Kameda: Check out the $1 section in the back.

Dominique Ansel Bakery is one of NY To Do.

148. Dominique Ansel Bakery

8.8
189 Spring St (btwn Sullivan & Thompson St), New York, NY
Bakery · SoHo · 744 tips and reviews

BettyBetty: Cronuts!! Best hybrid of 2013: croissant meets bagel meets filling and frosting <3 (Excuse the bite in the photo).

Kodama Sushi is one of NY To Do.

149. Kodama Sushi

7.2
301 W 45th St (at 8th Ave), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 84 tips and reviews
Katz's Delicatessen is one of NY To Do.

150. Katz's Delicatessen

9.0
205 E Houston St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Lower East Side · 1451 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Pastrami On Rye With Brown Mustard: A thing of unparalleled beauty. Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations

Jackson Diner is one of NY To Do.

151. Jackson Diner

7.4
37-47 74th St (btwn 37th Rd & 37th Ave), Jackson Heights, NY
Indian Restaurant · 81 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Menu highlights include the tandoori half-chicken and all of the lamb dishes and fresh breads. On weekdays, Jackson Diner offers a sensational lunch buffet. [Eater 38 Member]

South Street Seaport is one of NY To Do.

152. South Street Seaport

8.9
South St (Pier 17), New York, NY
Harbor or Marina · Financial District · 225 tips and reviews

Gossip GirlGossip Girl: Catch N before he sails into the sunset on his boat, The Charlotte. Or go with him—he’s been known to take impromptu trips (and even more impromptu guests) around the island. Read more.

Tal Bagels is one of NY To Do.

153. Tal Bagels

7.8
333 E 86th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Bagel Shop · Yorkville · 58 tips and reviews

Valentina M.Valentina Monte: most amazing bagel & lox on the face of this earth. ues jews are doin it and doin it and doin it well. #highlyrecommend

Tompkins Square Bagels is one of NY To Do.

154. Tompkins Square Bagels

8.8
165 Avenue A (btwn E 10th St & E 11th St), New York, NY
Bagel Shop · East Village · 350 tips and reviews

Ajay K.Ajay Kulkarni: Get the lox with wasabi cream cheese on a bagel of your choice for a nice change of pace.

Tompkins Square Park is one of NY To Do.

155. Tompkins Square Park

8.7
E 7th St to E 10th St (btwn Ave A & B), New York, NY
Park · Alphabet City · 160 tips and reviews

MashableMashable: This East Village gathering point is one of the City of New York's early wi-fi adopters in partnership with AT&T. Read more.

Russ & Daughters is one of NY To Do.

156. Russ & Daughters

9.3
179 E Houston St (btwn Allen & Orchard St), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · Lower East Side · 422 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Bagel with Lox and Cream Cheese: Doesn’t get more New York than this. Unreproducible. - Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations

Hamilton Park is one of NY To Do.

157. Hamilton Park

9.2
773 Boulevard E, Weehawken, NJ
Park · 35 tips and reviews

James K.James Kim: Night view is highly recommended.

Grand Central Oyster Bar is one of NY To Do.

158. Grand Central Oyster Bar

7.6
89 E 42nd St (Grand Central Terminal), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Midtown East · 405 tips and reviews

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: Thirty-seven raw-oyster varieties, from Bluepoints to Beavertail, are the main attraction here, though the most popular dish is grilled swordfish over a frisse, mache and radicchio salad ($27.95). Read more.

Staten Island Ferry - Whitehall Terminal is one of NY To Do.

159. Staten Island Ferry - Whitehall Terminal

4 South St (South Ferry), New York, NY
Pier · Financial District · 410 tips and reviews

HBOHBO: Girls happened here. Adam and Ray had a boys-bonding moment when Ray confessed to turning down a threesome and the guys boarded a Staten Island Ferry to return Adam's "break up dog, 'Dog.'"

Tacombi at Fonda Nolita is one of NY To Do.

160. Tacombi at Fonda Nolita

9.0
267 Elizabeth St (btwn E Houston & Prince St), New York, NY
Taco Restaurant · NoLita · 738 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try the papas y rajas taco at this Nolita warehouse, the vegetarian combination is surprisingly addictive. It's one of NYC's 26 best tacos! Read more.

Brighton Beach is one of NY To Do.

161. Brighton Beach

Brooklyn, NY
Neighborhood · 96 tips and reviews

alen t.alen teplitsky: Watch out for the bits of glass in the sand

Nathan's Famous is one of NY To Do.

162. Nathan's Famous

8.1
1310 Surf Ave (at Stillwell Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Hot Dog Joint · Coney Island · 360 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: More than 30,000 fans pack the corner of Surf and Stillwell to watch the masters of competitive eating. For a more traditional thrill, stroll down the block to the Cyclone rollercoaster. Read more.

Peter Luger Steak House is one of NY To Do.

163. Peter Luger Steak House

8.8
178 Broadway (at Driggs Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Steakhouse · Williamsburg · 694 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Nothing better than a Luger steak on a Sunday night with hash browns. -Jill Zarin, Real Housewives of New York City

H&H Bagels is one of NY To Do.

164. H&H Bagels

8.6
1551 2nd Ave (at E 80th St.), New York, NY
Bagel Shop · Yorkville · 159 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Nothing is like getting up on a weekend morning and getting a coffee and a creame cheese bagel from H&H. -Alex Eusebio, Top Chef

Punjabi Grocery & Deli is one of NY To Do.

165. Punjabi Grocery & Deli

9.0
114 E 1st St (btwn 1st Ave & Ave A), New York, NY
Deli · East Village · 113 tips and reviews

Tim V.Tim Vetter: Get the small rice bowl w two vegetables for $3. It is a filling meal and tastier than an entree at a typical sit-down joint in Curry Hill

Herald Square is one of NY To Do.

166. Herald Square

7.4
W 34th St & Broadway (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Plaza · Garment District · 132 tips and reviews

JennJenn: Relax in the neon green chairs.

Lenox Coffee is one of NY To Do.

167. Lenox Coffee

8.2
60 W 129th St (at Lenox Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Central Harlem · 107 tips and reviews

Peter C.Peter Cucè: Seats about 25 people, nice-looking dark wood and interior design, w/ plugs & wifi. They use 49th Parallel from Vancouver, although the espresso needs work. Drip coffee is pretty good.

Studio Museum in Harlem is one of NY To Do.

168. Studio Museum in Harlem

8.7
144 W 125th St (Between Lenox and Adam Clayton Powell Boulevards), New York, NY
Art Museum · Central Harlem · 56 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Cash-strapped daters should visit this uptown institution on Sundays for free admission. Explore exhibits such as “Harlem Postcards,” which uses photography to examine changes in the neighborhood. Read more.

Museum of Sex is one of NY To Do.

169. Museum of Sex

7.4
233 5th Ave (at E 27th St), New York, NY
Erotic Museum · NoMad · 196 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Make sure you check out the museum's Oralfix Cafe. Equal parts apothecary and soda shop, it's filled with "potions" containing aphrodisiac ingredients to help you get it on.

Fort Greene Park is one of NY To Do.

170. Fort Greene Park

9.5
Washington Pk (btwn Myrtle & DeKalb Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Fort Greene · 135 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Head to the visitors’ center and follow the Tree Trail, a marked pathway with helpful descriptions of each species.

Tom & Jerry's is one of NY To Do.

171. Tom & Jerry's

8.4
288 Elizabeth St (at E Houston St), New York, NY
Dive Bar · NoHo · 194 tips and reviews

HBOHBO: Girls happened here. Jessa orders a White Russian, misses an appointment, and meets a phoneless boy here.

St. Patrick's Cathedral is one of NY To Do.

172. St. Patrick's Cathedral

9.5
14 E 51st St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Church · 305 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Work began in 1858 but was halted during the Civil War and resumed in 1865. It was completed in 1878 and dedicated on May 25, 1879. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1976.

Popbar is one of NY To Do.

173. Popbar

5 Carmine St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · West Village · 141 tips and reviews
GRK Fresh Greek - Financial District is one of NY To Do.

174. GRK Fresh Greek - Financial District

111 Fulton St (at Dutch St), New York, NY
Greek Restaurant · Financial District · 122 tips and reviews

RR: Awesome cheap and fast. Like chipotle for Greek food.

Charging Bull is one of NY To Do.

175. Charging Bull

8.4
Broadway & Morris St, New York, NY
Outdoor Sculpture · Financial District · 216 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Displayed in its current location since 1989, this 7,000-pound bronze sculpture has become a famous symbol of American capitalism.

176. MoMA PS1 Contemporary Art Center

8.8
2225 Jackson Ave (at 46th Ave), Queens, NY
Art Museum · Hunters Point · 196 tips and reviews

MoMAMoMA: Get in free with a MoMA admission ticket that’s less than 30 days old.

Ennju is one of NY To Do.

177. Ennju

20 E 17th St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave.), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Union Square · 86 tips and reviews

Village VoiceVillage Voice: Get katsudon w/ miso soup-a nicely fried pork cutlet cut in strips, mired in an oniony egg omelet w/ a salty tang, & deposited on a big bowl of white rice. Satisfying meal, & you'll be out in 15 mins

Clinton St. Baking Co. & Restaurant is one of NY To Do.

178. Clinton St. Baking Co. & Restaurant

8.7
4 Clinton St (at E Houston St), New York, NY
Bakery · Lower East Side · 973 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Pancakes that are worth the five-hour wait on a Saturday, but if you go during the week you just might beat the crowd...

Rice to Riches is one of NY To Do.

179. Rice to Riches

8.5
37 Spring St (btwn Mott & Mulberry St), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · NoLita · 395 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: Their rice pudding is made daily in their super high-tech kitchen. Try the original flavor which is always good, or mix it up with their unconventional flavors and toppings.

McSorley's Old Ale House is one of NY To Do.

180. McSorley's Old Ale House

8.9
15 E 7th St (btwn Cooper Sq & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Pub · East Village · 467 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: Established in 1854 - McSorley's can boast of being New York City's oldest continuously operated saloon. Everyone from Abe Lincoln to John Lennon have passed thru Mcsorley's swinging doors.

Good Enough to Eat is one of NY To Do.

181. Good Enough to Eat

7.3
520 Columbus Ave (at W 85th St), New York, NY
Breakfast Spot · Upper West Side · 315 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: By far the BEST place to have breakfast in New York. This tiny jaunt has a line around the corner and out the back door for Sunday Brunch. You can also inquire about their cooking classes! - Nikki

Museum of the City of New York is one of NY To Do.

182. Museum of the City of New York

8.9
1220 5th Ave (at E 103rd St), New York, NY
History Museum · East Harlem · 148 tips and reviews

BLOUIN ARTINFOBLOUIN ARTINFO: Check out the New York Interiors (1690-1906) permanent exhibition. It features elements of New York domestic environments from the late 17th through the early 20th centuries. Read more.

Cowgirl Seahorse is one of NY To Do.

183. Cowgirl Seahorse

8.2
259 Front St (at Dover St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Financial District · 162 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Try the refreshing $5 margaritas during happy hour – with their chips and salsa. The music is a little loud for conversation, so probably not a good first date restaurant.

Strand Bookstore is one of NY To Do.

184. Strand Bookstore

9.5
828 Broadway (at E 12th St), New York, NY
Bookstore · Greenwich Village · 594 tips and reviews

Gossip GirlGossip Girl: Before you wrinkle your nose at this unconditioned used book store, take a look around. You just might find a literary loving intellectual like D (Don’t You Forget About Me) Read more.

Everyman Espresso is one of NY To Do.

185. Everyman Espresso

8.5
136 E 13th St (at 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Greenwich Village · 208 tips and reviews

Gansevoort Hotel GroupGansevoort Hotel Group: One of our all time favorite coffee shops around! Counter culture coffee+great baristas+cool space+free wifi = you have to go here immediately! You'll have some of the best espresso around!

Le Bain is one of NY To Do.

186. Le Bain

8.8
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Night Club · Meatpacking District · 347 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: At the top of The Standard Hotel, the rooftop bar mixes fun with function, combining fun details like astro-turf floors and an indoor pool with four-star service.

Red Hook Lobster Pound is one of NY To Do.

187. Red Hook Lobster Pound

8.9
284 Van Brunt St (btwn Verona St & Visitation Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Red Hook · 171 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Visit on Lobstah Feast Fridays between 6-9pm (and 5-9pm on Sat), when you can chow down a 1.5-lb lobster with sides for $25.

Vanessa's Dumpling House is one of NY To Do.

188. Vanessa's Dumpling House

8.6
118 Eldridge St (btwn Broome & Grand St), New York, NY
Dumpling Restaurant · Lower East Side · 419 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: This tiny little venue has tiny little prices for their delightful dumplings. The sesame pancakes are also great, and perfect to grab to-go on your way to picnic in the park, just a block west.

Takahachi Bakery is one of NY To Do.

189. Takahachi Bakery

9.0
25 Murray St (at Church St), New York, NY
Bakery · Tribeca · 203 tips and reviews

Grace C.Grace Cheung: A Japanese bakery oasis in the City Hall area, with rabbit-shaped pastries and fried oyster sandwiches.

Williamsburg Bridge is one of NY To Do.

190. Williamsburg Bridge

Williamsburg Bridge, Brooklyn, NY
Bridge · 202 tips and reviews

Crunch GymCrunch Gym: We’ve all done the BK bridge, so it's time to step it up with a walk across this bridge. It’s steeper, so you’re gauranteed to feel the burn!

Swallow Café is one of NY To Do.

191. Swallow Café

8.3
49 Bogart St (at Grattan St), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · East Williamsburg · 79 tips and reviews
Housing Works Bookstore Cafe is one of NY To Do.

192. Housing Works Bookstore Cafe

9.1
126 Crosby St (btwn Prince & E Houston St), New York, NY
Café · SoHo · 219 tips and reviews
Culture: An American Yogurt Company is one of NY To Do.

193. Culture: An American Yogurt Company

8.8
331 5th Ave (btwn 3rd & 4th St), Brooklyn, NY
Frozen Yogurt Shop · Central Slope · 96 tips and reviews
Fearless Girl is one of NY To Do.

194. Fearless Girl

8.9
Broad St (btwn Wall St & Exchange Pl), New York, NY
Monument · Financial District · 9 tips and reviews
Rough Trade is one of NY To Do.

195. Rough Trade

64 N 9th St (btwn Kent & Wythe Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Record Store · Williamsburg · 120 tips and reviews
Taïm is one of NY To Do.

196. Taïm

9.2
222 Waverly Pl (btwn Perry & W 11th St), New York, NY
Falafel Restaurant · West Village · 288 tips and reviews
Gantry Plaza State Park is one of NY To Do.

197. Gantry Plaza State Park

9.6
Center Blvd (btwn 46th & 48th Ave), Queens, NY
State or Provincial Park · Hunters Point · 132 tips and reviews
Coffee Project New York is one of NY To Do.

198. Coffee Project New York

9.2
239 E 5th St (btwn 2nd Ave & Bowery), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 124 tips and reviews