If you need to stay in Times Square, this is the best hotel for the money. Really clean, comfortable rooms and fantastic service. Surprisingly cheap for NYC hotels.
The eggie brioche sandwiches always change, are always fresh & organic. Olive cookie's salt goes perfectly w/ coffee any time.
There’s plenty of sidewalk seating at this popular Upper West Side Italian spot. Head for the grilled entrees of meat and fish, some with a Greek twist. Read more.
Cool, intimate place with great food and wine. Very affordable for this part of town, and great service - especially from Bruce the manager
White lasagna bolognese is amazing. Very rich. Go splitty splitty with a pal on that and the ricotta dumplings.
Fantastic vinyl shop. If you don't know where you're going it can be VERY easy to miss. Great selection, well organized, tons of equipment and friendly/knowledgeable staff! A must for vinyl fans!
Bruh, I could've spent all day digging through their vast selection. Plenty of genres, but their hip-hop collection is staggering. Snagged a couple promo singles of some of my favorite jams.
Great vibe and even better decor. Staff super nice....if you can get through the door that is -- dress chic and have some arm candy...otherwise stay relegated to the dive bars around the Meatpacking.
Wow. Absolutely delicious. Great decor and service. I recommend the decadent sea bass 110%. And the strawberry shortcake.
Biggest store in the world and just amazing. Helpful staff and incredible selection
Can't go wrong with the Lego store. Go there with your kids or be a kid at heart. Check out the build of Rockefeller plaza on display
Truly fantastic. Only downside is that you will never enjoy sushi as much as you did.
I wish the statues and photo op areas were a little more interactive (I'm comparing it to their Vegas attraction). But the experience was awesome and I really enjoyed the 4D movie and their staff !
Visit this small (and FREE) museum and learn all you needed to know about the history of fashion. The exhibits are particularly inspiring.
9/11 tour was very emotional n amazing. this is a very nice & quite place for people to remember what happened in 2001.. the day I'll never forget.
Front mezzanine is great because you can see the whole stage really well, especially above it which is used a lot! The bottom floor underneath it has an obstructed view.
Great live jazz... Get the green absinthe punch instead of whatever you usually drink .. Boozy and sweet with that smooth black licorice aftertaste. Surprising how easy they go down.
Very cozy and trendy cocktail spot. Perfect for an afternoon drink or a casual night out
named after the legendary artist. (Madeline, anyone?) You can see his works of art beautifully displayed. Unparalleled atmosphere. Pricey, but worth it. Soooo NYC.
Guys here are friendly and knowledgeable but the board selection is much smaller than Saturdays Surf
Without a doubt -- celery pot pie. Then monk fish vindaloo, peakytoe gratin (crazy good) and best of all the seared sea scallops. Whoa.
Expensive, but some of the best ice cream I've ever had. Zen butter is a must. Get the waffle cone, 5$.
Pork buns and the sponge cake were very fluffy. Delicious! Only 1.10 dollars and that's a steal in Manhattan!!
You have got to stop by the e. e. cookies table! Lots of great cookies, brownies, whoopie pies and more. Plenty of samples to try.
First paved street of NYC, super cute. Lively and plenty of places to eat. A great find.
Especially delicious: sour banana marshmallow, hard strawberry, mint toffee. Nougat is fresh and delicious.
Try the crab cakes & the Columbian Shrimp & Rice dishes! So good! Love the laid back vibe of this place. Will definitely be back for more.
Love the low-lit, romantic setting in an old library. Be a little adventurous and have the grilled kangaroo, amazing. Also the ricotta cavatelli is heaven. And not to mention the best music.
Start with the chestnut and mushroom soup and the peach sakejito, then the foie gras tartine. Amazing.
More author and professor types frequent this place. Cortados are unique, and they make great latte art on cappuccinos. Everyone's super friendly.
This West village spot offers some of our favorite soft serve ice cream in NYC, made with goat's milk. Ask if they have Turkish ice cream, Dondurma, as well
Homey just like the name implies with impeccable food and extensive wine list. Sit in the garden when it’s warm and dive into the Hudson Valley Duck Confit Salad!
Shop here for that one-of-a-kind, vintage jewelry piece. Great eye for unique pieces with the best edit.
Love this place for unusual jewelry. Cool vintage finds and unique new pieces for reasonable prices (read: NOT cheap, but not outrageous).
A carefully curated selection of books, great coffee, a soundtrack of the most perfect jazz, and PoD independent books. We've all fantasized about running this business; they made it happen.
Restaurateur Keith McNally's enduring Soho brasserie. The best everyday restaurant in New York City. Period. Best dish: roast chicken for two.
Darkly romantic space filled with antique mirrors, silk scarves and a million rare elixirs. A dizzying selection of imported scents as well as MiN’s own line of hair-care and shaving accessories.
Good coffee in a communal, quirky environment. Don't expect to linger but take coffee and wander.
Beautiful little park, across from The Stonewall Inn and Kettle of Fish (former Lion's Head)- two fantastic literary bars! Read more.
Hands down one of my favorite museums in the city. Lovely space and the exhibitions are so well curated. I especially look forward to the videos that accompany what's on view.
Beautiful architecture, I never imagine found the Virgen de Guadalupe there... I enjoy the cathedral!
[Escapes] A stunning building to return to many times. See the beautiful reading rooms (Rose etc), check out the shop and take a free tour (11am and 2pm). Free wifi too.
Great architecture, food and snack selection, and people watching. I could live here.
If you'd really like to see what the view looks like from the top, make an appt with one of the dentists on the top floors. Get a cleaning and enjoy the view.
Be sure to buy your tickets online before hand and go for the express tickets, gets you past the queues, take your time enjoying the sights from both the 56th and 102nd floors,just before sunset!
Ridiculous selection of whiskey, including flights and tastings. Live music, great food, great for dates or friends who enjoy a fine scotch. Def going back
Great burgers, mushroom burger was super good. Fries, milkshakes. Just get the whole shebang and enjoy the view.
Outstanding Italian at amazing prices. Definitely do not pass this place by. Authentic Neapolitan pizza!
An often overlooked gem in the NYC museum scene. The art is stunning and so is the residence its housed in. Take advantage of the free audio guide to learn about the man behind it all.
Love the new space, indoors and out. Great art. Hear the restaurant is very good.
One of my top 5 favorite museums in the city. Their exhibitions are top notch, led by knowledgeable guides. This museum is always the highlight of my trip.
Great design museum and it has that perfect size where you can see all without getting tired. I love their smart pen, you can save your favorites works and receive all the information later.
Building is a wonderful space to view art. Stop on floor 3 or 4 and look across the rotunda - you can see all the art on every floor at once, while the people move up and down the ramps.
One of my five NY preferite places. Stunning by any side, not only the fountain but all the terrace. Underpass is great, too, and often there're artists exploiting its peculiar acoustics.
Awesome place to catch a concert. The Naumburg classical concert series on Tuesdays in the summer is not to be missed.
Awesome Oysters! Tip: make a reservation through open table to ensure you have a seat, gets really packed.
Ask for your pineapple acai without hemp if you're not into that kind of thing (I'm not).
“The world’s best kale salad, tossed in a chunky dressing made from ground almonds, almond milk, garlic, and lemon zest, and even better adorned with avocado ‘del sur.’” Read more.
Nice juices and delicious dishes. Raw, natural and healthy. Their chips with avocado were delicious. Will sit outside in the night and inside if you are in a big group. Service was great
Love the hot apple cider on a cold day. Get it with applejack, it's less sweet than the bourbon.
Get the lobster roll - if you haven't figured that out yet! But also, fried oysters and clams (steamers) are awesome. Best homemade tartar sauce on earth!
“The guinea hen rivals the great roast chickens in town, with a crispy-skinned breast and a moist confit leg; it goes well with the memorable polenta mixed with miso-cured egg yolk.” Read more.
The bartenders here are the best! Not only are they knowledgable with wine and cocktails, they also give great recommendations for restaurants.
One of the best Hotel bars in New York. A lot of the hotel has features in Mad Men and the bar has the cocktail list to match.
We sat on the patios and found this great deal: $12 bucks for 1/2 carafe of wine and bruschetta or marinated olives. Can't beat that!
I had the pancakes here for breakfast this morning, they were some of the best I have ever had! The waitress was really nice and helpful and the place was welcoming!
Delish! Had the burrata with grilled beets and crushed the chicken kiev
Lovely setting and great for people watching. get there before 11 am to have breakfast outdoor by the lake
Arguably the coolest department store in the world, with a deftly blended high-end designer mix of cult-followed cool kids and old guard UES Euro label staples. AS SEEN ON: NY's 50 Essential Stores Read more.
You can love it or hate it but in this town where you find a cupcake shop on every other corner, coming up with a unique idea like this helps. Of course having great product like Sprinkles is a must
One of the best chocolate shops in NYC. They do a lot of darker chocolates so not the best place for milk chocolates. The hot chocolate is a must try in the winter but go hungry. It's quite filling.
Get the filet, and the chocolate tasting plate. Roger (the maitre d'/wine buyer) definitely knows what he's talking about!
The building where one of music's greatest icons was tragically shot. Gaze at the amazing architecture and then pay your respects by visiting the nearby memorial at Strawberry Fields in Central Park.
Down the path a bit on Saturdays and Sundays in spring and fall, have a listen to the Jazz Collection. Best. Jazz. Ever.
Get the Ruben sandwich for $10. Comes with fries and he sandwich is massive. Easily feeds two people. Also get the chocolate milkshake
The rotunda houses the general AND his wife. This place rates high just for the granite and marble architecture alone. In the summer look for a multiple of cultural events on the plaza
A great place for cool air and to sit down. Cleanest bathrooms in the area. The historical objects are great too!
Is it a church or a mall? With a vintage store, cafe, bookstore, library, and theater, perhaps it's the latter. There is ALWAYS something happening inside. Ask for group tours to the bell tower.
When we're in the area on a nice summer day, we like to sit outside on the steps or the south lawn with a coffee and do some prime people watching.
Legend has it, the first student of each entering class to find the hidden owl hidden in the Alma Mater statue will excel academically at school.
PHOTO: In 1968 students protesting building an $11 million gym in Morningside Park ransacked President Grayson Kirk's office in Low Library, and are seen here on the window ledge, at the link! Read more.
Amazing grounds, with sitting areas and even three peacocks. Great basketball half-court. No overly religious icons and open to all - even atheists!
Forget plans and visit on Target Sundays where you get the crowd without the crowds price. The gift store, while pricey, is superb and fun. A place is in serious need of a cafe. Dance Friday is a must
We absolutely love this street with its houses. Especially in summer time when everyone is enjoying the nice weather on their porch!
Great music selection, a lot of space to get some work done, good vibe and friendly people.
A covered outdoor eatery with wonderful Hudson River views that welcomes dogs. After enjoying a casual meal with your dog, stroll over to the nearby Riverside dog run near the Boat Basin.
Turkey Sandwich was absolutely the best! Very Delicious! Mac & Greens were a good portion.
Counter culture solid espresso, free wifi, and copious seats in a cool vibe coffee shop.
Our go-to neighborhood place. Always a good burrata appetizer, the polenta fries are great, and many good entrees. Nice folks too.
try the pulled pork sandwich with sweet potato fries - forget the ketchup - ask for an extra side their yummy bbq sauce for fry dipping!
Chic, flattering bikini tops and bottoms are sold separately here and come in a wide range of sizes and styles. You'll also find one-pieces and tankinis. Read more.
Straddling Central Park, Columbia, & Central Harlem lies the perfect escape from other overrun parks nearby. Well maintained with a waterfall and duck pond with turtles & geese. Crowded on holidays.
The natural waterfall at the Ravine is a beauty (especially with fall foliage)! Sit on a rock and forget that you're in the middle of Manhattan
Fun little museum, with occasional concerts and drinks in the back patio. Brooklyn cool.
Come here for the best views of Manhattan! Everybody is here to lay out in the sun or relax and enjoy the view, but the best part of the day to visit is dusk, killer views of the sunset!
Great brunch - everyday! The biscuits on the Eggs Benedict are herbed and delicious. For lunch, I get the beet and avocado sandwich every time. Every time.
The fish tacos and margarita are must have! When the weather is great, come and enjoy the outdoor seating.
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We love the toasted English muffin burger w cheddar and caramelized onions and the watermelon salad w feta cheese.
Awesome design type bar. Come for the architecture. Can get really crowded at night though.
Amazing selection of unique jewelry, vintage & new. Beautifully displayed, no "digging" or "scrounging" to find a great outfit. Something for everyone, you won't walk out empty handed... I tried lol
Winter Session bags, Nisolo shoes, and carefully curated, direct-from-the-designer clothing from around the world.
Amazingly well edited collection of clothing from contemporary designers. If you like a minimalist but feminine look, Bird is a must. I love their selection of shoes most of all- cool and still girly.
cute and versatile bags, great & friendly sales people, affordable prices - honestly why are you reading this and not buying a bag from them right now?!
Do yourself a favor and experience the wonderful smells and scents if fresh roasted cacao beans! Dark chocolate almond sea salt bars are heaven.
A delectable boutique offering dozens of cheese from around the globe, as well as a great selection of artisan salami, locally baked breads and condiments. Picnic, anyone? -Jacqueline Lombard, Top Che
Lovely shop with polite staff. Delicate rings and trinkets. Love the minimalist jewelry!
Amazing selection - highly curated, boutique-like and super affordable. I've never enjoyed being in a vintage store as much as this one!
We've been at Artists & Fleas a few times with the ELSA dress and the mix of local independent designers, vintage and beau crafts is awesome. Def one of those places to check out as tourist, and NYer.
Reserve tickets, get their early and grab front row seats. Cheap beer and great laughs! Hilarious!
Great cocktails and a low key vibe. Was there on a random Monday and they had a live jazz band and serious dancing. Legit
The food was great - appetizers are small, but good. We tried the steak and cheese pie, cod and roasted chicken, all delicious. Service slightly less than friendly especially considering the prices.
cool spot. large roof space with great views. staff is very nice. Australian themed.
This has to be the best Boutique on the UWS of New York when it comes to street wear. If your into premier sneakers, clothing, and accessories... This is the place to be at... Read more.
The VLT sandwich is unbelievable. Friendly staff, delicious food, wifi, Counter Culture coffee, LES
I had naively originally thought Robert Indiana’s LOVE sculpture was unique to Philadelphia’s LOVE park. I couldn’t have been more wrong. The original image was designed for the Museum of Modern Art Read more.
