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A coffee shop with a great vibe & high ratings.
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Bean
31 3rd AveA coffee shop with a great vibe & high ratings.
Borscht & pierogi are menu highlights at this cheap, no-frills Ukrainian eatery open 24 hours a day.
235 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Veselka
144 2nd AveBorscht & pierogi are menu highlights at this cheap, no-frills Ukrainian eatery open 24 hours a day.
A sibling of the roving coffee truck, this chill spot also serves American fare & craft beers.
131 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
MUD SPOT
307 E 9th StA sibling of the roving coffee truck, this chill spot also serves American fare & craft beers.
Davey's Ice Cream
137 1st Ave.ICE CREAM!
This burger bar uses seasonal, local ingredients & is known for its pimiento-cheese-stuffed patty.
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Whitmans
406 E 9th StThis burger bar uses seasonal, local ingredients & is known for its pimiento-cheese-stuffed patty.
Longtime cafe serving American & Middle Eastern food, best enjoyed on the street-side patio.
89 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cafe Orlin
Longtime cafe serving American & Middle Eastern food, best enjoyed on the street-side patio.
This cash-only East Village eatery serves up giant, juicy burgers for cheap in a kitschy setting
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Paul's Da Burger Joint
131 2nd AveThis cash-only East Village eatery serves up giant, juicy burgers for cheap in a kitschy setting
Chipotle Mexican Grill
19 Saint Marks Placebecause chipotle
Schnitzel sandwiches, sides & housemade pickles, plus beer & wine on tap in a casual setting.
Schnitz
177 1st Ave.Schnitzel sandwiches, sides & housemade pickles, plus beer & wine on tap in a casual setting.
Sophisticated cakes, puddings, pastries & all manner of high-end, sweet-tooth fare paired with wine.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Churro cone
Sophisticated cakes, puddings, pastries & all manner of high-end, sweet-tooth fare paired with wine.
Abraço has standing room for roughly six people, and no seating except for a wooden table and bench outside. It needs nothing more...
127 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Abraço
81 E 7th StAbraço has standing room for roughly six people, and no seating except for a wooden table and bench outside. It needs nothing more...
Momofuku Noodle Bar
171 1st Ave.iconic
Delicatessen de Katz
205 E Houston StTHE Katz's!
Empire Biscuit
scrumptious!
Luke's Lobster East Village
Solid lobster rolls!
Big Gay Ice Cream Shop
125 E 7th St5 stars
Over a century old. It can't be bad if its lasted this long!
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
John's of 12th Street
302 E 12th StOver a century old. It can't be bad if its lasted this long!
Cafe Mogador
133 Wythe AveBrunch!
Just down the street if you have to have a Starbucks fix.
491 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Starbucks
405-409 Union AveJust down the street if you have to have a Starbucks fix.
Tompkins Square Bagels
165 Avenue AOther-worldly bagels.
A true old school diner, we have breakfast here every once in a while and it never disappoints.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Joe Jr.
167 3rd AveA true old school diner, we have breakfast here every once in a while and it never disappoints.
Renown gastropub/restaurant. Filipino eats presented in a tropical diner that has weekly no-plates, no-silverware nights.
23 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Jeepney
201 1st Ave.Renown gastropub/restaurant. Filipino eats presented in a tropical diner that has weekly no-plates, no-silverware nights.
The Eddy
You can't get a bad meal here, truly.
Very popular place in the summer to have some grub/brunch/drink!
141 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Frying Pan
207 12th AveVery popular place in the summer to have some grub/brunch/drink!
Tom's
2880 BroadwayMade famous by Seinfeld.
Drinks & Nightlife
Unassuming watering hole in an old tenement home with wine, craft cocktails & upscale snacks.
51 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Immigrants
341 East 9th StreetUnassuming watering hole in an old tenement home with wine, craft cocktails & upscale snacks.
A tiny wine bar & eatery serving eclectic, Asian-accented small plates at communal tables.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
graffiti
224 East 10th StreetA tiny wine bar & eatery serving eclectic, Asian-accented small plates at communal tables.
Outpost of a festive saloon chain with female bartenders, bartop dancing & body shots.
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Coyote Ugly
233 E 14th StOutpost of a festive saloon chain with female bartenders, bartop dancing & body shots.
If you love slam poetry and live in New York, you’ve been to the Nuyorican, one of the last remaining places dedicated to poetry in Manhattan.
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Nuyorican Poet's Cafe
236 E 3rd StIf you love slam poetry and live in New York, you’ve been to the Nuyorican, one of the last remaining places dedicated to poetry in Manhattan.
Amor y Amargo
95 E 6th StTruly classic, uncorrupted cocktails.
Most of their beers aren't offered anywhere else in the city.
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Proletariat
21 St Marks PlMost of their beers aren't offered anywhere else in the city.
Sing Sing Karaoke
81 Avenue AKaraoke!!!
At over a century old, it's the oldest Irish tavern in NYC, which makes it equal parts fantastic and touristy.
142 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
McSorley's Old Ale House
15 E 7th StAt over a century old, it's the oldest Irish tavern in NYC, which makes it equal parts fantastic and touristy.
Picture a Chili’s, add 22 flatscreens, two projectors, and 100+ really, really good beers, subtract the mall, and you've got the Pourhouse.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Village Pourhouse Downtown
Picture a Chili’s, add 22 flatscreens, two projectors, and 100+ really, really good beers, subtract the mall, and you've got the Pourhouse.
The outdoor seating almost feels like a baseball dugout, except instead of watching the Mets lose, you're watching tourists buy bongs on St. Marks.
41 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bua
122 St Marks PlThe outdoor seating almost feels like a baseball dugout, except instead of watching the Mets lose, you're watching tourists buy bongs on St. Marks.
Continental
25 3rd AvenueCheap drinks.
"The 13th Step" is named for the AA term for hooking up with your sponsor.
28 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The 13th Step
149 2nd Avenue"The 13th Step" is named for the AA term for hooking up with your sponsor.
The walls at Manitoba's, owned by punk stalwart Handsome Dick Manitoba, lead singer of the Dictators, are adorned with photos of his famous friends.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Manitoba's
The walls at Manitoba's, owned by punk stalwart Handsome Dick Manitoba, lead singer of the Dictators, are adorned with photos of his famous friends.
Phebe's
361 BowerySolid bar to call homebase on a Saturday night.
Death & Company
433 E 6th StDon't be scared, just check it out.
Secret bar hidden in a Japanese restaurant.
172 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Angel's Share
45 Stuyvesant StSecret bar hidden in a Japanese restaurant.
Hair Of The Dog
168 Orchard StSolid, cheap choice to get rawdy.
Hipsters pack this 2-level bar/music venue to hear live indie acts or dance to DJ sets upstairs.
257 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pianos
158 Ludlow StHipsters pack this 2-level bar/music venue to hear live indie acts or dance to DJ sets upstairs.
An unassuming, maybe hidden bar that plays awesome oldies and has a gothic era style to it. Candle light only.
56 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Home Sweet Home
131 Chrystie StAn unassuming, maybe hidden bar that plays awesome oldies and has a gothic era style to it. Candle light only.
Libation
Getting drunk is super easy here.
Super cool bar, nightclub vibe but without the outrageous cover charge.
87 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Delancey
168 Delancey StSuper cool bar, nightclub vibe but without the outrageous cover charge.
The Back Room
102 Norfolk Stspeakeasy of high regards.
I recommend having a formal tea here, its a luxe experience and a fun way to experience the Plaza.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Palm Court
768 5th AveI recommend having a formal tea here, its a luxe experience and a fun way to experience the Plaza.
Shopping
SEARCH & DESTROY
25 St Marks PlCool vintage shop.
Screaming Mimi's
240 West 14th StreetVintage shopping.
Atmi Liquor Store
166 2nd AveLiquor Store!
East Village Wines & Spirits
138 1st Ave.Wine and liquor selections.
Barbour
123 Wooster StUpscale, high quality British outerwear with more of a preppy air to it.
Athleta
126 5th AveWomen's athletic wear
lululemon Lab
125 Prince StLulu, duh!
adidas Originals Flagship Store
115 Spring Stclassic
Coach
595 Madison AvenueC C C C C C C C C C
The North Face
2101 BroadwayFor the winter active
Theory
155 Spring StRetailer selling the brand's own line of trendy, tailored apparel, plus accessories.
Tiffany & Co.
727 E 57th StTiffany's in SoHo
Shop for street-style men's, women's wear & sneakers, with limited-edition & exclusive styles.
BAPE STORE® NEW YORK
91 Greene StShop for street-style men's, women's wear & sneakers, with limited-edition & exclusive styles.
J Lindeberg Store
126 Spring StreetUpscale clothing and accessories
Iconic purveyor of high-end apparel, fragrances, accessories & more (some focus on jewelry).
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
CHANEL New York
139 Spring StIconic purveyor of high-end apparel, fragrances, accessories & more (some focus on jewelry).
High-end designer line with Paris origins, offering men's & women's clothing, accessories & more.
Saint Laurent
80 Greene StHigh-end designer line with Paris origins, offering men's & women's clothing, accessories & more.
Patagonia
72 Greene StFor the adventurers
kate spade new york
454 Broome StFemale orientated designer.
A "less" busy Apple store compared to other locations in Manhattan.
87 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Apple SoHo
103 Prince StA "less" busy Apple store compared to other locations in Manhattan.
Polo Ralph Lauren Men's
109 Prince StPolo, baby!
Prada Broadway Epicenter
575 BroadwayHandbags & such
Marc Jacobs
127-129 Prince StMarc by Marc by Marc Jacobs
Retailer selling the upmarket Italian label's apparel, accessories & fragrances for men & women.
Versani
171 Mercer StRetailer selling the upmarket Italian label's apparel, accessories & fragrances for men & women.
Activewear brand known for its apparel, shoes & accessories designed for sports & fitness.
Under Armour Brand House
583 BroadwayActivewear brand known for its apparel, shoes & accessories designed for sports & fitness.
Converse Flagship Store
560 Broadwayclassic chucks!
Guess
39 The PromenadePopular brand
Bloomingdale's
Lexington AvenueDepartment Store.
Madewell
486 BroadwayA more casual offering by Jcrew for women.
J.Crew Mens Shop
484 BroadwayCasual to formal wear for the guys.
J.Crew
234 Wythe AveJcrew for both guys & gals.
Nike
21 Mercer Stunique nike offerings
Bonobos
35 Crosby StClothier for gentlemen.
Kenneth Cole
595 BroadwayPopular brand
Century 21 NY Metro
575 Madison AveMother of all discount department stores, think TJMaxx or Marshalls but better.
Mother of all discount department stores, think TJMaxx or Marshalls but better.
260 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Century21 Stores
32 Church StMother of all discount department stores, think TJMaxx or Marshalls but better.
Victoria's Secret & PINK
139 Flatbush AveThere is no secret.
Topshop Topman
478 BroadwayTrendy retailer.
Topshop Topman
478 BroadwayTrendy retailer, so New York.
Uniqlo Soho
546 BroadwayAffordable hip fashion.
Pier 1 Imports
410 Gateway DrPopular home goods store.
Sperry
103 5th AveBoat shoes.
7 For All Mankind
394 W BroadwayPopular jean brand
Emporio Armani
2 Copley PlaceArmani
Joe Fresh
110 5th AveAffordable trendy fashion.
Active wear for yogis and non-yogis alike. Super comfortable.
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
lululemon
114 5th AveActive wear for yogis and non-yogis alike. Super comfortable.
Bonobos
35 Crosby StClothier of men.
J.Crew
234 Wythe AveCasual to formal wear for both men & women.
Zara
BroadwayAffordable tends
Banana Republic
133 Montague StBR
Express
3101 Steinway StStyles for both men & women.
H&M
497-501 Fulton StAffordable trendy clothing.
Victoria's Secret
640 5th AveThe secret? There isn't one.
TUMI Store - Flatiron
125 5th AveVery nice quality luggage brand.
New Balance New York
150 5th Avesneakers
Nike Flatiron
156 5th AveRunning needs met here.
Cole Haan
141 5th AveExcellent shoes & other accessories.
Source for a mix of modern & vintage-style fashions for men & women, plus accessories & handbags.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Club Monaco
160 5th AveSource for a mix of modern & vintage-style fashions for men & women, plus accessories & handbags.
Women's clothing chain featuring designer collections ranging from chic workwear to evening gowns.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
BCBGMAXAZRIA
168 5th AveWomen's clothing chain featuring designer collections ranging from chic workwear to evening gowns.
Trendy chain known for house-label jeans, a variety of casualwear & accessories for adults & kids.
Lucky Brand
172 5th AveTrendy chain known for house-label jeans, a variety of casualwear & accessories for adults & kids.
C. Wonder
155 5th AvenueAccessories store.
MAC Cosmetics
1 E 22nd StMakeup.
FAO Schwarz
30 Rockefeller PlazaThe Classic toy store.
Everything Else
Milk Bar East Village
251 E 13th Sticonic
The Bowery Electric
327 BoweryGreat live music venue!
Webster Hall
125 E 11th StGreat live music venue.
Honest Chops Butchery
319 E 9th StGreat butcher just a few buildings down in the cellar!
Relax at these ancient baths, spas, saunas or sweat the hangover away.
68 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Russian & Turkish Baths
268 E 10th StRelax at these ancient baths, spas, saunas or sweat the hangover away.
Universidad de Columbia
116th and BroadwayA pretty good school, I guess.
New York University
NYU
Sightseeing
Merchant's House Museum
29 E 4th StView of 19th century life.
Beauty of a park in the East Village.
538 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Tompkins Square
East 10th StreetBeauty of a park in the East Village.
Edificio Flatiron
175 5th AveThat one skinny building.
Times Square
All of the lights...
Check out the observatory as well as the museum.
616 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
4 World Trade Center
150 Greenwich StCheck out the observatory as well as the museum.
Never forget.
567 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Piscina Sur del Memorial del 11 de Setiembre
180 Greenwich StNever forget.
Beautiful church in FiDi with ties to the story of 9/11.
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Iglesia de la Trinidad
89 BroadwayBeautiful church in FiDi with ties to the story of 9/11.
I suggest getting your picture taken early in the AM, a lot of people will be here at all other times of the day.
186 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Toro de Wall Street
Bowling GreenI suggest getting your picture taken early in the AM, a lot of people will be here at all other times of the day.
Park in FiDi with view of Statue of Liberty. Ferries to the statue are provided.
353 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque de la Batería
Park in FiDi with view of Statue of Liberty. Ferries to the statue are provided.
Cool cobblestone street with shops and food vendors!
277 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
South Street Seaport Museum
12 Fulton StCool cobblestone street with shops and food vendors!
A City Hall like you've never seen it.
437 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
New York City Hall
A City Hall like you've never seen it.
You should totally walk the bridge during sunrise!
1505 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge PromenadeYou should totally walk the bridge during sunrise!
Edificio Chrysler
405 Lexington AveArt Deco, iconic building.
Edificio Empire State
20 W 34th StIconic building.
Centro Rockefeller
45 Rockefeller PlazaMidtown must! Where THE tree is!
Statue of Liberty Museum Shop
1 Liberty Island - Ellis IslandGo see the lady!
Now publicly owned land, this island has seen a lot of positive change and has regular events on it. Free ferry from South Ferry Whitehall Terminal in Manhattan.
249 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Governors Island
Now publicly owned land, this island has seen a lot of positive change and has regular events on it. Free ferry from South Ferry Whitehall Terminal in Manhattan.
Estadio Yankee
1 E 161 StBronx Bombers' home.
Lincoln Center Plaza
Lincoln Center PlazaUpper West must see
One of the best zoos in the country.
572 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Zoológico del Bronx
2300 Southern BlvdOne of the best zoos in the country.
Ellis Island
USA's gateway.
Campos de Fresas
West 72nd StreetLennon's memorial.
The Plaza Food Hall USA
768 Central Park SJust like Home Alone.
Parque Washington Square
Washington SquareA lively public space.
So many awesome things here, a great public space.
688 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Bryant
So many awesome things here, a great public space.
One of the most grand churches in America.
253 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
St. Patrick's Cathedral
One of the most grand churches in America.
Off the beaten path but a spectacular destination.
707 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Met Cloisters
99 Margaret Corbin DrOff the beaten path but a spectacular destination.
This is a great park, rivals Central Park. We used to live around here and it is truly special.
3418 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Prospect
This is a great park, rivals Central Park. We used to live around here and it is truly special.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
990 Washington AveA lovely summer destination.
Essentials
Lime Tree Market
146 1st Ave.short walk to get groceries
Village Farm Grocery
146 2nd Ave24hr grocery!
Arts & Culture
Madison Square Garden
4 Pennsylvania PlazaHome of the Knicks & Rangers.
Teatro de la Ópera Metropolitana
30 Lincoln Center PlazaSee the Opera.
The Museum of Modern Art
11 West 53rd StreetMOMA
El Museo Metropolitano de Arte
1000 5th AveSuch beauty
Experience history.
1623 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Americano de Historia Natural
200 Central Park WestExperience history.
Museo del Sexo
233 5th AveInteresting to say the least.
Museo Solomon R. Guggenheim
1071 5th AveThe Gugg!
Teatro Apollo
253 W 125th StAn iconic location for standup.
New York City Ballet
20 Lincoln Center PlazaSee the ballet