Explore New York City, my favorite city in the world, and discover the incredible restaurants, bars and entertainment the city has to offer. As a place I once called home, I look forward to sharing my personal experiences and recommendations with my readers and followers.
Modern restaurant serving upscale farm-to-table New American cuisine & cocktails at the NoMo hotel.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Regional American fare (including oysters and much-hyped fried chicken) in a lively, modern space.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Iconic French brasserie with steak frites, brunch & pastries in a classy space with red banquettes.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
SoHo outpost of a small chain of cafes offering modern Milanese cuisine, bar bites & Italian wines.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Classic bistro dating to the 1970s with a bustling Parisian atmosphere & a serious French menu.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Perennially hip SoHo fixture serving creative, upscale cuisine in sleek subterranean environs.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Traditional Italian fare & craft cocktails offered in an exposed-brick dining room with a sky light.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Upscale-casual seafood spot with a coastal vibe known for its lobster rolls & oyster happy hours.
Mentioned in Where To Eat & Drink in NoHo and Greenwich Village, New York, NY
Blackboard specials supplement the small menu at this Italian spot known for its glamorous crowd.
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Small Italian eatery serving Roman fare alongside an all-Italian wine list.
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Buzzing carriage house featuring the high-end Italian fare of prestigious chef Mario Batali.
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Mediterranean-accented French dishes served in a bright corner space with an elegant cottage feel.
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Creative vegetarian small plates & cocktails in an embellished setting with plush banquettes.
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Mediterranean-Italian fare, including house-cured meats & homemade bread, served at communal tables.
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Bobby Flay restaurant offering Spanish-accented Mediterranean fare in a hip space with a large bar.
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Sprawling Belle Epoque-style brasserie & bakery serving classic French fare & cocktails.
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This laid-back cafe serves Mediterranean & American fare from a rustic basement locale.
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Neighborhood Italian spot serving reinvented Italian-American classics & pizzas in a dark space.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Beachy, relaxed eatery serving sustainable seafood plus beer, wine & cocktails in light-filled digs.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Globally inspired street eats & cocktails in a splashy space with a lower-level lounge & DJs.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
American fare, craft cocktails & Colonial tavern decor draws a hip crowd to this hidden-away spot.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Small-plate fans gather at this intimate Gramercy nook for upscale Spanish fare & a deep wine list.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Locally sourced, upscale American cuisine served in a barn-inspired setting with a chef’s table.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Modern Mediterranean fare emphasizing Iberian Coast flavors in a sleek space with an open kitchen.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Big portions of fresh sashimi & creative rolls are served at this bustling basement-level sushi bar.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Upscale New American restaurant spread out over 3 elegant floors of a restored 1854 carriage house.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Spacious Italy-based mozzarella bar serving pizza, pasta & small plates plus cocktails, wine & more.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Casual Northern Italian restaurant in a cozy, warm space with sidewalk seating available.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Classic Roman-Italian soul food in an a casual but elegant setting.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Barcelona-style tapas & a deep menu of Spanish wines can be shared in this compact, busy spot.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Chic, bustling Mediterranean spot with dining room arches & an unlimited-champagne-cocktails brunch.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
This lively bistro serving French comfort food in a rustic setting is popular for brunch.
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Spacious, casually chic brasserie with hearty dishes featuring Californian & Italian influences.
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Snug German restaurant & bar with an old-world vibe known for its elaborate holiday decorations.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Large restaurant whose modern American menu & decor completely changes with the seasons.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Brazilian-American eats & a late-night scene, with sidewalk seats for Union Square people-watching.
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Chic New American eatery via Jean-Georges sourcing local, organic ingredients.
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This casual tapas spot serves house sangria & occasional live music with its Spanish plates.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY
Elevated takes on traditional Mexican dishes & margaritas in a hip, bustling atmosphere.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY
Stylish Bowery Hotel eatery serving up Italian fare & people-watching, with outdoor seating.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Trendy types gather for American eats & specialty drinks at this upbeat hangout & brunch favorite.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY
Upscale-casual seafood spot with a Cape Cod vibe known for its lobster rolls and cheap oyster deal.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY
East Village gastropub serving American comfort food in shareable small plates, plus weekend brunch.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Ramen dishes & pork buns are the lures at this popular East Village Japanese eatery.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY
Italian comfort food matches the rustic setting at this cash-only trattoria with an open kitchen.
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Hot spot serving New American fare (including vegetarian-friendly choices) & creative cocktails.
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Pork hot pot & grilled pig's feet share table space with sashimi at this cozy Japanese eatery.
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Popular, quaint bistro offering a French small-plates menu at breakfast, lunch & dinner.
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A vast array of small plates & wines by the glass plus cocktails are served in a low-lit space.
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No-reservations clam shack-style joint whose simple seafood includes a revered lobster roll.
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Airy hot spot with a rooftop farm for seasonal Italian dishes, house-made pastas & notable wines.
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Italian classics are crafted from organic ingredients in a sunwashed stucco space with a garden.
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New American fare served from breakfast to late-night in a rustic space with just a few tables.
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This homey American eatery is notable for its oyster bar, creative Caesar salads & Bloody Marys.
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Hot spot serving New American fare (including vegetarian-friendly choices) & creative cocktails.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Bright neighborhood bistro whose Franco-American offerings include weekend brunch.
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Popular, quaint bistro offering a French small-plates menu at breakfast, lunch & dinner (till 2 AM).
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
The Comedy Cellar is a comedy club in Manhattan where many top New York comedians perform. It was founded in 1982 by then standup comedian, and current television writer/producer Bill Grundfest.
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Tiny no-frills space delivers live jazz bands & jam sessions at modest prices.
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Audrey Saunders' pioneering cocktail lounge serves classic & creative drinks in a stylish setting.
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A large, happening bar, lounge & American eatery with a party-friendly patio space.
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Hearty, upscale pub eats, craft cocktails, beer & lots of spirits in a rustic, happening space.
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Bespoke cocktails, bar snacks & booze-filled slushies keep this neighborhood lounge bustling.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Spanish tapas & a gin-centric drink list are provided in this tile- & copper-accented dining room.
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Secret art gallery entry revealing a cozy, chandelier-lit hideaway spotlighting craft cocktails.
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This brick-walled gastropub with leather sofas & Victorian decor supplies inventive comfort food.
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Cocktail parlor with fancy drinks & elevated bites in an upscale space with a time-traveling theme.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
A semi-secret entrance (ring bell) leads to this plush lounge crafting Prohibition-era cocktails.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Speakeasy-style bar in the East Village offering exotic cocktails in a cool, hard-to-find space.
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Daytime haircuts & drinks in the front room morph into a lively back-room cocktail bar at night.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY
Patrons who enter through a phone booth in Crif Dogs next door sip novel cocktails in a dark space.
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Bartenders in bow ties & suspenders recall the speakeasy era at this dark, moody cocktail lounge.
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Locally sourced pub grub, a wide cocktail menu & weekend brunch served in a compact, homey setting.
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Classic martinis & bar snacks in a dimly lit, underground cocktail bar with Art Deco decor.
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Dark, cozy bar with a hideaway vibe and lengthy beer & wine lists.
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Craft brews & bar bites from Greenpoint Beer Works served in a cavernous, industrial-chic setting.
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Handsome second-floor bar with exposed brick, serving cocktails & Five Guys burgers from downstairs.
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Diverse venue, open late, offers live music, pool, Ping-Pong, board games, art exhibits & classes.
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Inventive drinks are poured at this retro-looking, Prohibition-style bar.
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Vegan counter-serve pit stop with creative fare, juices & baked goods in funky digs.
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Snug store with large variety of teas, organic spices, dried herbs & exotic salts, plus cups to go.
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Bright, bleached-wood outpost offering vegetarian (mostly vegan) fare & juices in a relaxed space.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Modern parlor featuring creative flavors of ice cream & sorbet plus gourmet sundae toppings.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Our cozy, caffeinated street-side scene that hums from morning to late night.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY
Family-owned shop offering high-end smoked fish, caviar & New York-style specialty foods since 1914.
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A stylish nail salon specializing in quality nail service and nail art using only toxin-free nail polish.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Credo NYC brings you holistic beauty and wellness with spa services that utilize their range of clean skincare products. Their beauty treatments and products are cruelty-free and are from a wide variety of clean brands that use natural and organic ingredients.
Mentioned in A Locals Guide to Nolita & Bowery, New York, NY
Ritzy perfume shop stocking high-end fragrances, candles & bath & body products, many from Europe.
Mentioned in A Guide to West Village, New York, NY
Foodie mecca offering an array of fine cheeses plus breads, cured meats, olives & other deli items.
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Since 1895 this merchant has offered a wide range of coffees plus teas stored in apothecary jars.
Mentioned in The Top 7 Restaurants in SoHo, New York, NY
Since 1895 this merchant has offered a wide range of coffees plus teas stored in apothecary jars.
Mentioned in A Guide to West Village, New York, NY
Branch of the famed Italian market, offering counters, restaurants & cooking demos.
Mentioned in The 17 Best Places to Eat in Union Square, Gramercy, and Flatiron, New York, NY
Snug bakery (a Momofuku offshoot) for quirky, inventive desserts from pastry chef Christina Tosi.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY
Retro sweet shop featuring gourmet ice cream made from innovative ingredients, pastries & coffee.
Mentioned in A Guide to East Village, New York, NY