Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
Some of the best pizza in the city! But not classic NY style if that's what you're looking for. Still -- this is our favorite slice in town!
426 locals recommend
Artichoke Basille's Pizza
321 E 14th StSome of the best pizza in the city! But not classic NY style if that's what you're looking for. Still -- this is our favorite slice in town!
This bakery is open late and has delicious cookies and sweets! Don't miss the homemade Twix bar, snack cakes, or the chocolate dipped almond macaroons!
15 locals recommend
Empire Cake
112 8th AveThis bakery is open late and has delicious cookies and sweets! Don't miss the homemade Twix bar, snack cakes, or the chocolate dipped almond macaroons!
Delicious sandwiches are complimented by a chill atmosphere and a delicious selection of beer and wine. Grab a quick bite, or spend the evening catching up with friends.
84 locals recommend
The Grey Dog Chelsea
242 W 16th StDelicious sandwiches are complimented by a chill atmosphere and a delicious selection of beer and wine. Grab a quick bite, or spend the evening catching up with friends.
This subway station's trains will take you most places in the city.
27 locals recommend
SUBWAY®Restaurants
244-6 W 14th StThis subway station's trains will take you most places in the city.
Great place to get some local coffee. They also have fast and reliable WiFi.
44 locals recommend
Think Coffee
73 8th AveGreat place to get some local coffee. They also have fast and reliable WiFi.
Delicious brunch in a very charming Greenwich village atmosphere!
264 locals recommend
The Spotted Dog
1154 1st Ave.Delicious brunch in a very charming Greenwich village atmosphere!
Bubby's
120 Hudson StDelicious brunch!
Black Tap
248 W 14th StPeople will wait hours for their over-the-top milkshakes.
Delicious place to grab a bite while you're visiting the Cloisters! You'll never guess you're still in Manhattan.
77 locals recommend
New Leaf Restaurant
1 Margaret Corbin DrDelicious place to grab a bite while you're visiting the Cloisters! You'll never guess you're still in Manhattan.
A bit pricier, but completely worth it for a fabulous meal with amazing service!
8 locals recommend
Colicchio & Sons
85 10th AveA bit pricier, but completely worth it for a fabulous meal with amazing service!
BEC
148 8th AveAbsolutely delicious egg sandwiches - a perfect spot for breakfast or lunch
Tavern On Jane
31 8th AveGreat place to grab some brunch or dinner!
Craftbar
47 East 19th StreetGreat restaurant for dinner! Casual atmosphere and delicious menu!
The Diner
44 9th AvenueGreat diner food in the middle of the Meatpacking District!
Delicious paella in a fun atmosphere. Definitely recommend it!
42 locals recommend
Socarrat Paella Bar- Chelsea
259 W 19th StDelicious paella in a fun atmosphere. Definitely recommend it!
Ganso Ramen
339 Greenwich StreetDelicious Ramen!
Very tasty Vietnamese food!They have both bowls and bun sandwiches for a fair price! Located in the up and coming Crown Heights Neighborhood, with lots of great bars and restaurants nearby -- great location to get an authentic Brooklyn experience.
53 locals recommend
Bunsmith
789 Franklin AveVery tasty Vietnamese food!They have both bowls and bun sandwiches for a fair price! Located in the up and coming Crown Heights Neighborhood, with lots of great bars and restaurants nearby -- great location to get an authentic Brooklyn experience.
A great spot for dinner in the village -- I recommend making a reservation, and asking for a table downstairs. The bar on the top floor can get pretty noisy at night!
16 locals recommend
Swine
A great spot for dinner in the village -- I recommend making a reservation, and asking for a table downstairs. The bar on the top floor can get pretty noisy at night!
The Donut Pub
203 W 14th StGreat old fashioned donuts!
Doughnut Plant
379 Grand StThe most original and creative, delicious doughnuts in town!!
City Cakes
155 W 18th StGiant cookies -- so good, but don't take my word for it, try them!
The Tippler
425 W 15th StLarge bar with a casual atmosphere!
Delicious hole-in-the-wall diner with great food, and a place to spot a celebrity or two.
21 locals recommend
La Bonbonniere
28 8th AveDelicious hole-in-the-wall diner with great food, and a place to spot a celebrity or two.
Has a bar scene, but also has great diner-like food! We love this place, but typically order it in.
41 locals recommend
Coppelia
207 W 14th StHas a bar scene, but also has great diner-like food! We love this place, but typically order it in.
Amazing Israeli food to be shared! Delicious and creative dishes in a great atmosphere.
39 locals recommend
Balaboosta
611 Hudson StAmazing Israeli food to be shared! Delicious and creative dishes in a great atmosphere.
Le Baratin
26 Greenwich AveDelicious French food in a very relaxed atmosphere!
456 New Shanghai
69 Mott StGreat authentic food and delicious hand made dumplings!
The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory
65 Bayard StReally creative flavors!
French Louie
320 Atlantic AveGreat spot if you're in the neighborhood -- large back patio!
Rocking Horse Cafe
182 8th AveBest Mexican food around.
Naruto Ramen
1596 3rd AveBudget friendly ramen! So delicious. Be sure to try the pork bun!
Everything Else
This movie theater is just one stop away if you want to catch a movie while you're in town!
61 locals recommend
Cinepolis
260 W 23rd StThis movie theater is just one stop away if you want to catch a movie while you're in town!
Gorgeous walk along the water with Statue of Liberty Views from points farther south.
154 locals recommend
Hudson River Greenway
Hudson River GreenwayGorgeous walk along the water with Statue of Liberty Views from points farther south.
Nice green space nearby to grab some fresher on a bench. Time will pass as you watch the birds play in the fountain!
6 locals recommend
Jackson Square
Greenwich AvenueNice green space nearby to grab some fresher on a bench. Time will pass as you watch the birds play in the fountain!
The best lobster rolls in town -- there are multiple locations, but this one is perfect if you want to eat lunch picnic-style with views of the city. Perfect after a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge!
20 locals recommend
Luke's Lobster Brooklyn Bridge Park
11 Water StThe best lobster rolls in town -- there are multiple locations, but this one is perfect if you want to eat lunch picnic-style with views of the city. Perfect after a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge!
Shopping
Teich
22 8th AveVery cute shop to get accessories, bags, and other cute items.
Shopping and restaurants -- don't miss the pop up shops in the back, or the taco restaurant - delicious!
1123 locals recommend
Chelsea Market
75 9th AveShopping and restaurants -- don't miss the pop up shops in the back, or the taco restaurant - delicious!
Entertainment & Activities
Bowling, restaurants, and even a driving range - this is a great place for some fun!
232 locals recommend
Chelsea Piers
Chelsea PiersBowling, restaurants, and even a driving range - this is a great place for some fun!
Every candy you can imagine -- a fun place to cure your sugar fix! Don't miss the dessert bar!
81 locals recommend
Dylan's Candy Bar
1011 3rd AvenueEvery candy you can imagine -- a fun place to cure your sugar fix! Don't miss the dessert bar!
Sightseeing
The High Line Park
Great place to go for a walk. Very unique!
Whitney Museum Shop
99 Gansevoort StGreat museum of American Art
The Met Cloisters
99 Margaret Corbin DrThis is a must-see collection of Medieval art and culture!
Drinks & Nightlife
FIG & OLIVE
420 W 13th StA very hip restaurant. Very good food, and with a upscale vibe
Art Bar
52 8th AveFamous local bar!
Ace Hotel New York
20 W 29th StA great bar scene and night with good cocktails!
Pod 39
145 E 39th StGreat rooftop bar! You feel transported. A must if it is a nice night.
Great speak-easy style bar with amazing cocktails. Also - their burger is delicious for a late night snack!
12 locals recommend
Slowly Shirley
121 W 10th StGreat speak-easy style bar with amazing cocktails. Also - their burger is delicious for a late night snack!
Great speakeasy -- What looks like a coffeeshop is actually a bar in back with expert cocktails. Can get a bit noise/crowded though.
122 locals recommend
Bathtub Gin
132 9th AveGreat speakeasy -- What looks like a coffeeshop is actually a bar in back with expert cocktails. Can get a bit noise/crowded though.
A great spot that usually has some live music (think jazz, or a jazz vibe). Also has good service and a great drink selection.
35 locals recommend
The Flatiron Room
37 W 26th StA great spot that usually has some live music (think jazz, or a jazz vibe). Also has good service and a great drink selection.
Another great bar with a chill vibe - grab a seat and have a drink before dinner!
22 locals recommend
Flatiron Lounge
54 W 21st StAnother great bar with a chill vibe - grab a seat and have a drink before dinner!
The Crown Inn
724 Franklin AveGreat, chill bar. Nothing fancy, but a great spot to grab a drink
Great place to grab food too -- small chill place with lots of great vodkas!
35 locals recommend
Anyway Cafe
1602 E 2nd StGreat place to grab food too -- small chill place with lots of great vodkas!
Great place to grab a drink and a bite during the day! A bit out of the way, but its a spot filled with locals! Love this place!
152 locals recommend
Berry Park
4 Berry StGreat place to grab a drink and a bite during the day! A bit out of the way, but its a spot filled with locals! Love this place!
The rooftop of Eatily. It is a great place to get a beer brewed on site, or a glass of wine. The also have delicious meats, cheeses, pastas, and other dishes. Fabulous!
32 locals recommend
SERRA by Birreria
200 5th AveThe rooftop of Eatily. It is a great place to get a beer brewed on site, or a glass of wine. The also have delicious meats, cheeses, pastas, and other dishes. Fabulous!
Employees Only
510 Hudson StGreat bar!
The Happiest Hour
121 W 10th StAnother great bar!
Speakeasy with amazing custom cocktails. Be sure to go early or prepare to wait!
102 locals recommend
Attaboy
134 Eldridge StSpeakeasy with amazing custom cocktails. Be sure to go early or prepare to wait!