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One of New York City’s oldest neighborhoods, and standing for “Triangle Below Canal Street,” TriBeCa is all cobblestone streets and converted warehouses spliced among stratospheric modern architecture. Local restaurants tend toward upscale, though cozy neighborhood eateries still abound.
New York’s nexus of coveted fashion flagships and upscale boutiques, SoHo (South of Houston Street) is also a wonderland of lofts and cast-iron architecture where sleek hotels, bars, and restaurants cater to the global elite.
Deriving from “North of Little Italy,” this brick and cast-iron bedecked neighborhood is small but big-hearted. Offering a myriad of places to grab a craft coffee, cupcake or pair of boots by a cool-kid label you wouldn’t find anywhere else, Nolita has that independent, locals-only spirit in spades.
Known for its picturesque brownstones and leafy, cobblestone streets, the West Village has historically been home to many literary and artistic legends. Tiny and intimate West Village restaurants with jewel box-like details sit well alongside decades-old dive bars and an iconic cigar shop.
The center of the folk music scene in the ’60s, Greenwich Village still feels as authentic and gritty as a Bob Dylan song (the Nobel-winning bard is a former resident). Come for a picturesque stroll through the brownstone-lined streets, and stay for the underground jazz clubs and neighborhood taverns.
Known for its blue-chip art galleries and soaring above-ground park, Chelsea is also home to a bustling indoor shopping and dining market, and a thriving, all-inclusive nightlife scene.
This vivid, boisterous neighborhood in Lower Manhattan is a jumble of fishmongers and fruit markets, souvenir shops and some of the city's best restaurants, dim sum palaces, and Peking duck houses.
Primarily residential with stunning rowhouses, this bohemian enclave is full of art house theaters, rustic Italian restaurants, and avant-garde retailers.
Historically gritty and home to a close-knit immigrant community, the Lower East Side still oozes with soul but has tipped upscale in recent years with a proliferation of cocktail bars, streetwear shops, and boutique hotels.
Once the epicenter of Manhattan’s ’70s punk scene, the East Village preserves a soulful vibe with its dive bars, vintage boutiques, books, and record shops. A new gloss has arrived with chef-driven restaurants, while the neighborhood’s centerpiece, Tompkins Square Park, is where the locals meet and play.
A hub for artists and entrepreneurs, Brooklyn has countless diverse neighborhoods from ethnic enclaves to hipster havens. Brooklyn restaurants are known for their rusticity and cool factor, whether it’s an iconic $5 pizza slice or an eight-course tasting menu at an under-the-radar sushi spot.
Find stunning pre-war buildings, quiet, tree-lined avenues, and exclusive boutiques on both the Upper East and Upper West Sides of Manhattan, which straddle Central Park. Grand, storied hotels and some of the best art collections in the world also reside here.
Crown Shy
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tribeca
Crown Shy
restaurants
tribeca
The seasonal New American-slash-Italian menu reads exactly how you would expect: a blend of New American fare and a more accessible yet refined Del Posto pasta offering.
Blackstones
wellness
tribeca
Blackstones
wellness
tribeca
With an East Village location beloved by fashion editors and designers, Joey Silvestera has opened his second Blackstones salon at the Roxy Hotel.
La Garconne
shopping
tribeca
La Garconne
shopping
tribeca
Since 2005, La Garçonne has stood firmly behind the notion that simplicity is key with its carefully curated offering of men’s and women’s designer wardrobe staples, accessories, beauty products, and lifestyle pieces.
Jack's Stir Brew Coffee
food & drink
tribeca
Jack's Stir Brew Coffee
food & drink
tribeca
Jack Mazzola started with an idea and ended up with a culture. Many first-time customers became regulars, and not just for the solid coffee—there’s just something about Jack’s laid-back, old-soul vibe.
Roxy Bar
music
restaurants
tribeca
Roxy Bar
music
restaurants
tribeca
Roxy Bar is the perfect location to meet, work, and relax where delicious appetizers pair thoughtfully with wine and signature cocktails.
SHINOLA
fashion
shopping
tribeca
SHINOLA
fashion
shopping
tribeca
Shinola offers a variety of hand-crafted American-made goods ranging from leather-bound pens to watches to bicycles.
Patron of the New
fashion
shopping
tribeca
Patron of the New
fashion
shopping
tribeca
Owner Al Abayan has handpicked the international collection of unique men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, housewares and more from the likes of Korean-American menswear designer Siki Im, Parisian label Établissement and Nicolas Andreas Taralis.
SHOJI AT 69 LEONARD STREET
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
SHOJI AT 69 LEONARD STREET
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
Those interested in dining at SoHo’s intimate sushi and kaiseki counter Shoji at 69 Leonard Street may have a hard time finding details on the space. Its website, nondescript and minimalist, provides no menus, no photos—just a link to reservations and its hours.
FRENCHETTE
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
FRENCHETTE
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
The long-awaited opening of Frenchette, from Chefs Riad Nasr and Lee Hanson (formerly at the helm of Balthazar, Pastis, Minetta Tavern), is now open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner service in Tribeca on West Broadway.
NOBU
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
NOBU
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
A true classic that has stood the test of time in an ever-growing sushi-restaurant scene.
BUBBY'S
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
BUBBY'S
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
Bubby’s Pie Company is the real full name here, which makes perfect sense when you see the old-fashioned rotating pie case filled with lattice-top apples and frothy meringues like Mom used to make.
NILI LOTAN
fashion
shopping
tribeca
NILI LOTAN
fashion
shopping
tribeca
Faded motorcycle jackets, cashmere sweaters, and pencil skirts with intricate detailing can be found alongside vintage jewelry and accessories and rare books.
MR CHOW
bars & nightlife
food & drink
tribeca
MR CHOW
bars & nightlife
food & drink
tribeca
A Tribeca institution since 1978 and a favorite of the ’80s art scene, the dining room quite literally dangles its credentials point blank: featuring ominous, jumbo-sized original portraits.
ICHIMURA AT BRUSHSTROKE
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restaurants
tribeca
ICHIMURA AT BRUSHSTROKE
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
In keeping with Japanese tradition, Ichimura at Brushstroke is tiny, hard-to-spot, and jewel-like in both ambiance and quality.
DREAM HOUSE
art & design
tribeca
DREAM HOUSE
art & design
tribeca
A collaborative Sound and Light environment by composer La Monte Young and visual artist Marian Zazeela.
THE DJANGO
bars & nightlife
entertainment
food & drink
music
restaurants
tribeca
THE DJANGO
bars & nightlife
entertainment
food & drink
music
restaurants
tribeca
Get a taste of Hemingway's Paris without leaving New York City: cocktails, dancing, and all that jazz, at The Django jazz club.
BRANDY LIBRARY
bars & nightlife
food & drink
tribeca
BRANDY LIBRARY
bars & nightlife
food & drink
tribeca
This burnished boite is a literal library of dark spirits, bottles of which line shelves along the walls. Settle back into a clubby leather chair to scope the drink menu, a veritable card catalog of spirits with an emphasis on rare and hard-to-find pours.
B FLAT
bars & nightlife
food & drink
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tribeca
B FLAT
bars & nightlife
food & drink
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tribeca
B Flat is exactly as cozy and cavernous as a basement cocktail lounge should be, but while the locations may be underground, the drinks are definitely top level.
SMITH AND MILLS
bars & nightlife
food & drink
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tribeca
SMITH AND MILLS
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
No matter what color your collar, Smith & Mills is no run-of-the-mill place.
TAKAHACHI
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
TAKAHACHI
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
This is one of our most favorite spots for great sushi at way more relaxed prices than some of its more self-serious sushi neighbors.
THE ODEON
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tribeca
THE ODEON
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tribeca
The Art Deco neon sign alone has been a beacon for Manhattan nighthawks since the early 1980s—among them, Warhol, Basquiat, DeNiro, and Belushi, to name a few.
THE PETER TUNNEY EXPERIENCE
art & design
tribeca
THE PETER TUNNEY EXPERIENCE
art & design
tribeca
THOM BROWNE
shopping
tribeca
THOM BROWNE
shopping
tribeca
Best known for making suits cool again, Browne has amassed a cult following with his eponymous New York-based label’s highly-recognizable slim-fitting men’s jackets and cropped dress pants.
TINY'S AND THE BAR UPSTAIRS
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tribeca
TINY'S AND THE BAR UPSTAIRS
restaurants
tribeca
The theme and décor here reflect their love of American industrial design after World War II: exposed brick walls, pressed tin ceilings, vintage wall trimmings and a fireplace.
YVES
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tribeca
YVES
food & drink
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tribeca
On the corner of Greenwich and North Moore sits Yvez, a classic American bistro.
WEATHER UP
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tribeca
WEATHER UP
bars & nightlife
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tribeca
Thanks to Weather Up’s low-key, egalitarian vibe (this is most definitely not a club), it’s easy to be one of them for the night.
TWO HANDS
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tribeca
TWO HANDS
restaurants
tribeca
Graduating from a charming coffee shop to a full-blown restaurant in a little less than 2 years, Two Hands in Tribeca is worth the hype.
BÂTARD
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tribeca
BÂTARD
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tribeca
A nod to downtown fine-dining of yore that feels as fresh as it does familiar.
ATERA
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tribeca
ATERA
restaurants
tribeca
Some of the city’s most serious food is being served in this tiny, tucked-away Tribeca restaurant.
ANOTHEROOM
bars & nightlife
tribeca
ANOTHEROOM
bars & nightlife
tribeca
The dimly-lit space serves as the perfect place for a glass of boutique wine or handcrafted beer, or any one of the selections on the handpicked menu.
AIRE ANCIENT BATHS
wellness
tribeca
AIRE ANCIENT BATHS
wellness
tribeca
Inspired by the legacy of Greek, Roman, and Ottoman baths, as well as the art of water-induced relaxation, AIRE New York aims to turn bathing into a “feast of the senses.”
THE OYSTER BAR AT THE ROXY HOTEL
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food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
THE OYSTER BAR AT THE ROXY HOTEL
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
tribeca
The Oyster Bar at The Roxy Hotel is a quintessential mélange of East Coast fare, all delivered daily and sourced from local waters such as Narragansett Bay, NJ, and Olde Salts, VA.
ROXY CINEMA
entertainment
film
tribeca
ROXY CINEMA
entertainment
film
tribeca
Specializing in classic, independent and foreign film, you’re sure to enjoy the show at the Roxy Cinema.
ACNE
shopping
ACNE
shopping
The store is a mix of clothes and design featuring a men’s and women’s collection that includes ready-to-wear lines, accessories, and of course, jeans.
RAOUL'S
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RAOUL'S
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restaurants
Opened in SoHo by two brothers newly arrived from Alsace, France, Raoul’s has become a New York bistro for the books, and only getting better with time.
SAINT LAURENT
fashion
shopping
SAINT LAURENT
fashion
shopping
Showcasing both the men's and women's collections, as well as the permanent collection, the Saint Laurent Soho flagship store functions as a one-stop destination for all things (Y)SL.
SUSHI NAKAZAWA
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restaurants
SUSHI NAKAZAWA
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restaurants
Delicious, raw dishes with an impeccable omakase presentation.
PIETRO NOLITA
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PIETRO NOLITA
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“Pink as f**k” is the slogan for SoHo’s latest and most vibrant addition to Elizabeth Street, Pietro Nolita. The intimate 30-seat restaurant is a colorful oasis with a menu delivering light versions of Italian mainstays with a great cocktail list.
3.1 PHILLIP LIM
shopping
3.1 PHILLIP LIM
shopping
Here, Lim’s award-winning women's and men's collections and accessories—shoes, belts, handbags, eyewear, and seasonal runway jewelry plus in-store exclusives—can be found under the one roof.
Pastis
restaurants
west village
Pastis
restaurants
west village
A beloved New York institution, Pastis long-awaited second iteration in the Meatpacking District is steps away from the original, which opened in the early aughts and fast became a modern classic.
Via Carota
restaurants
west village
Via Carota
restaurants
west village
This West Village trattoria is the Italian restaurant every New Yorker wishes was on their doorstep. It’s an ideal blend of rustic and refined, with a menu for every type of craving.
Sant Ambroeus
restaurants
west village
Sant Ambroeus
restaurants
west village
Ever emulating Old World Milanese authenticity, the pasticceria, confetteria and espresso bar is a popular breakfast and lunch spot among the local intelligentsia.
Don Angie
restaurants
west village
Don Angie
restaurants
west village
Don Angie, an Italian-American eatery, sits on the corner of Greenwich Avenue in the heart of the West Village.
Employees Only
bars & nightlife
west village
Employees Only
bars & nightlife
west village
A notable hidden cocktail bar with a constantly buzzing downtown crowd as bartenders dressed in white jackets move seamlessly throughout the space.
The Whitney Museum Of American Art
art & design
west village
The Whitney Museum Of American Art
art & design
west village
Located downtown, the Whitney Museum of American Art exhibits a wide range of work by major artists of the 20th-century and today, as well as relatively young and unknown up-and-comers.
Banter
restaurants
west village
Banter
restaurants
west village
Australians seem to always know what they’re doing when it comes to coffee shops and cafés, and Banter is no exception.
Fairfax
bars & nightlife
west village
Fairfax
bars & nightlife
west village
With its worn leather couches, rugs, coffee tables, indoor plants, and selection of art, Fairfax is your new home away from home.
SUSHI NAKAZAWA
food & drink
restaurants
west village
SUSHI NAKAZAWA
food & drink
restaurants
west village
Delicious, raw dishes with an impeccable omakase presentation.
BARBUTO
food & drink
restaurants
west village
BARBUTO
food & drink
restaurants
west village
Since opening in 2004, Barbuto has become a true West Village classic. The fare is always seasonal, and one of those places where it’s hard to go wrong with anything on the menu.
RED FARM
food & drink
restaurants
west village
RED FARM
food & drink
restaurants
west village
An upscale Dim Sum-inspired spot in the West Village.
JEFFREY’S GROCERY
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restaurants
west village
JEFFREY’S GROCERY
food & drink
restaurants
west village
The guys behind this welcoming West Village American eatery couldn’t have it more right. The staff is delightfully friendly, the service impeccable, the vibe intimate and inclusive, and the food is served up fresh and with a smile.
SHUKA
food & drink
restaurants
west village
SHUKA
food & drink
restaurants
west village
Shuka, formerly Hundred Acres, has released their new menu by Chef Ayesha Nurdjaja. The menu is Eastern Mediterranean, which draws rustic, vibrant flavors found throughout Italy, Morocco, and Tunisia.
JOSEPH LEONARD
food & drink
restaurants
west village
JOSEPH LEONARD
food & drink
restaurants
west village
If you speak to any New Yorker living in the West Village, they will tell you that Joseph Leonard is a mainstay in their restaurant repertoire.
CAFÉ CLOVER
food & drink
restaurants
west village
CAFÉ CLOVER
food & drink
restaurants
west village
If you need proof that healthy eating can not only nourish your body and soul, but send your sense into overdrive, too, then Café Clover is sure to be it.
BUVETTE
food & drink
restaurants
west village
BUVETTE
food & drink
restaurants
west village
Upon stepping inside this West Village hideaway you feel as though you have been transplanted to Aix-en-Provence. Exposed brick walls and wrought iron details set the scene for a charming space, perfect for an intimate gathering with friends, or a solo wine seated at the long marble bar with a favorite book.
MINETTA TAVERN
bars & nightlife
food & drink
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west village
MINETTA TAVERN
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
west village
The menu includes the much-talked-about Black Label burger, which features a blend of skirt, brisket, short rib, and a secret cut, along with simple brasserie-style dishes.
COMME DES GARCONS
fashion
shopping
west village
COMME DES GARCONS
fashion
shopping
west village
Things are always changing here but one thing never will: New York’s fashionable elite will always be diehards for the latest creations at this Westside hotspot.
BOOKMARC
art & design
shopping
west village
BOOKMARC
art & design
shopping
west village
The cleverly titled Bookmarc stocks international fashion and design magazines, making this a one-stop-shop for those in the know.
RICK OWENS
art & design
shopping
west village
RICK OWENS
art & design
shopping
west village
The high-fashion and moderate-goth boutique give its diehard shoppers steady stream of his signature “glunge”—glam grunge from LA.
SMALLS JAZZ CLUB
bars & nightlife
entertainment
music
west village
SMALLS JAZZ CLUB
bars & nightlife
entertainment
music
west village
Former Navy submariner, Mitchell Borden opened Smalls Jazz Club in 1994. A jazz violinist himself, Borden wanted to carve out a space in lower Manhattan where jazz music and culture could blossom.
THE LITTLE OWL
restaurants
west village
THE LITTLE OWL
restaurants
west village
The perfect afternoon nest in the West Village may only have 30 seats, but the food is a big deal.
THE JOYCE THEATER
entertainment
west village
THE JOYCE THEATER
entertainment
west village
One of the most premiere dance venues, hosting over 270 national and international small to medium sized dance companies.
THE SPOTTED PIG
restaurants
west village
THE SPOTTED PIG
restaurants
west village
The Spotted Pig, New York’s first official gastropub, opened on a quiet corner of the West Village in February 2007. Snacks like the deviled eggs or pot of pickles are a good place to start.
THE WAVERLY INN
restaurants
west village
THE WAVERLY INN
restaurants
west village
With handpainted murals of Allen Ginsberg, E.E. Cummings, and Fran Leibowitz, you can expect to see the same literary types at the table next to you.
THREE LIVES AND COMPANY
shopping
west village
THREE LIVES AND COMPANY
shopping
west village
One of the last bastions of old New York bookstores.
VILLAGE VANGUARD
entertainment
west village
VILLAGE VANGUARD
entertainment
west village
Over the decades, hundreds of jazz musicians, spanning a number of generations and aesthetic viewpoints, converged here to blow their brass horns and wail their melodies.
BAR PITTI
restaurants
west village
BAR PITTI
restaurants
west village
When the weather calls for al fresco dining, savvy New Yorkers head to Bar Pitti. This West Village trattoria is the “see and be seen” place of summer.
BABBO
restaurants
west village
BABBO
restaurants
west village
Leave the kids at home when venturing into the exciting Italian dining experience of Babbo, one of Mario Batali's Michelin-rated restaurants in New York.
AESOP
shopping
west village
AESOP
shopping
west village
Your one-stop shop for all your skin, hair, and body needs.
Babs
restaurants
greenwich village
Babs
restaurants
greenwich village
From the team behind Mimi, this scaled-down 55-seat bistro on MacDougal Street in Greenwich Village takes its cues from Vienna and the Basque Country.
Mezzrow Jazz Club
bars & nightlife
music
greenwich village
Mezzrow Jazz Club
bars & nightlife
music
greenwich village
Upon entering Mezzrow, you descend a set of steps to the long narrow venue where the stage is set for the music to flow effortlessly through the room every night of the week.
EMPELLON TAQUERIA
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
EMPELLON TAQUERIA
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
Influenced, but not limited by authenticity, Empellon’s menu strays far from the average downtown Mexican joint.
I SODI
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
I SODI
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
From the people behind Via Carota and Buvette, i Sodi brings classic, Tuscan cuisine in the heart of the West Village.
MIMI
food & drink
greenwich village
MIMI
food & drink
greenwich village
Located in the heart of Greenwich Village on Sullivan Street, MIMI is an intimate and inviting neighborhood favorite filled with great food and even better people.
MARY'S FISH CAMP
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
MARY'S FISH CAMP
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
Lobster rolls here are everything you want—rich, buttery seafood enveloped in an airy, fluffy bun.
LUPA
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
LUPA
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
Billing itself as an “Osteria Romana,” this casual restaurant with a warm and lively atmosphere is a Greenwich Village take on a traditional Roman trattoria.
LORING PLACE
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
LORING PLACE
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
Located in the heart of Greenwich Village, Loring Place is Chef Dan Kluger’s first restaurant after serving years as the Executive Chef of ABC Kitchen and ABC Cocina.
IFC CENTER
entertainment
film
greenwich village
IFC CENTER
entertainment
film
greenwich village
The IFC Center, NYC’s ultimate entertainment space for New Yorkers seeking out the best in independent film, opened in June 2005 in the historic Waverly Theater.
CLAUDETTE
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
CLAUDETTE
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
The folks at Claudette deserve applause for having given fresh life to a frequently shuttered address, transforming it into a light-filled, airy space with French country accents.
CARBONE
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
CARBONE
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
The restaurant pays homage to the essence of the great Italian-American restaurants of the mid-20th century in New York, with familiar, comforting dishes.
ROSEMARY'S
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
ROSEMARY'S
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
Another West Village 'go to'—a bustling, warm and open restaurant with fresh food.
SLOWLY SHIRLEY
bars & nightlife
food & drink
greenwich village
SLOWLY SHIRLEY
bars & nightlife
food & drink
greenwich village
Slowly Shirley focuses on an extensive selection of proper cocktails.
TEA and SYMPATHY
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
TEA and SYMPATHY
food & drink
restaurants
greenwich village
“Keep Calm and Carry On,” advises a framed poster upon entrance to Tea & Sympathy. Next to it peeks a portrait of the Royal Family, along with every kind of British memorabilia possible.
Zinc Bar
entertainment
greenwich village
Zinc Bar
entertainment
greenwich village
All flavors of jazz seem to be represented at Zinc Bar, from funk and fusion to New Orleans and orchestral jazz. Performers hail from Morocco, Greece, Cuba, and beyond.
MARY BOONE GALLERY
art & design
chelsea
MARY BOONE GALLERY
art & design
chelsea
The Mary Boone Gallery is likely to take chances on emerging young artists at its Chelsea location, making this gallery a staple in the New York art scene.
GAGOSIAN GALLERY
art & design
chelsea
GAGOSIAN GALLERY
art & design
chelsea
Along with art world luminaries such as Jeff Koons and Richard Prince, Gagosian’s A-list roster of artists also includes Damien Hirst.
DAVID ZWIRNER
art & design
chelsea
DAVID ZWIRNER
art & design
chelsea
David Zwirner Galleries five-storied exhibition and project space on 20th Street.
BARNEYS NEW YORK
shopping
chelsea
BARNEYS NEW YORK
shopping
chelsea
The New York institution-outfitted in a simplistic and raw luxury décor is home to nine floors of premier designers with unexpected quirks.
ABC KITCHEN
restaurants
chelsea
ABC KITCHEN
restaurants
chelsea
Jean Georges still has the Midas touch: ABC Kitchen, his farm-to-table Flatiron favorite was named best new restaurant of 2011 by the James Beard Foundation.
ABC CARPET AND HOME
art & design
shopping
chelsea
ABC CARPET AND HOME
art & design
shopping
chelsea
This massive warehouse-like emporium offers high-end pieces in styles for any taste from antique to mid-century to the purely modern.
ACADEMY RECORDS
shopping
chelsea
ACADEMY RECORDS
shopping
chelsea
Everything here is a score due to its location in close proximity to the aging art elite.
Veda
shopping
chinatown
Veda
shopping
chinatown
What started out as a purely leather-focused brand has expanded to a full ready-to-wear line, achieving high praise along the way.
Eckhaus Latta
shopping
chinatown
Eckhaus Latta
shopping
chinatown
A serene escape from the city’s perpetual grind featuring vibrant clothing with a distinct artistic, homespun feel.
Apotheke
bars & nightlife
chinatown
Apotheke
bars & nightlife
chinatown
Located on a hidden street in Chinatown, this former opium den was transformed into a specialty cocktail bar, tipping its hat to the absinthe dens of 19th-century Paris, with a dash of old-fashioned apothecary thrown in.
NOM WAH TEA PARLOR
food & drink
restaurants
chinatown
NOM WAH TEA PARLOR
food & drink
restaurants
chinatown
Opened in 1920, Nom Wah Tea Parlor can be found deep in Chinatown, down a winding, old-world curve of Doyers Street.
JOE'S SHANGHAI RESTAURANT
restaurants
chinatown
JOE'S SHANGHAI RESTAURANT
restaurants
chinatown
At Joe’s Shanghai Restaurant, an unassuming spot in the heart of Chinatown, the dumplings are freshly made to order.
DEAD RABBIT
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
chinatown
DEAD RABBIT
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
chinatown
Known for its extensive list of cocktails that not only taste delicious but tell a unique story as well.
The Jones
restaurants
take-out & delivery
noho
The Jones
restaurants
take-out & delivery
noho
A casual all-day cafe aimed at locals, The Jones—from the team behind Jeffrey’s Grocery and Fairfax—offers a fresh take on seafood and vegetable-focused dishes with an emphasis on clean, bright and light flavors.
Acme Downstairs
bars & nightlife
restaurants
noho
Acme Downstairs
bars & nightlife
restaurants
noho
Resident DJs mix all your favourite nostalgic tracks, and leather booths and low lighting provide all you need for a great night out.
ACME
food & drink
restaurants
noho
ACME
food & drink
restaurants
noho
Formerly a New Nordic restaurant, Acme has been reinvented as a New American bistro. That means thoughtful cocktails, quality bar snacks, and main menu with everything from kale Caesar salad to brick chicken with shitake mushrooms.
BOHEMIAN
noho
BOHEMIAN
noho
This Zen Japanese, members-only restaurant and bar is far from your casual, last-minute dining option. In order to secure a table at Bohemian, you need time, patience, and ideally a referral from a member (someone who has dined at Bohemian previously).
OAK NYC
fashion
shopping
noho
OAK NYC
fashion
shopping
noho
Since expanding from their original location in Williamsburg with a store on Bond Street in 2008, Oak has been enticing locals and visitors alike with some of the best designers in fashion today.
LAFAYETTE
food & drink
restaurants
noho
LAFAYETTE
food & drink
restaurants
noho
The largest all-day French bistro NoHo has ever seen.
JOHN VARVATOS BOWERY
shopping
noho
JOHN VARVATOS BOWERY
shopping
noho
Varvatos pays his respects to what musically was by hosting in-store performances, so be on the lookout for sporadic shows.
JOHN DERIAN COMPANY
shopping
noho
JOHN DERIAN COMPANY
shopping
noho
This cozy and charming home-décor and knickknack shop is filled with a nice selection of Derian's own découpage glassware.
IL MULINO
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
noho
IL MULINO
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
noho
The vibe here is Old World; black-suited Italian waitstaff are solicitous and formal, the dining room is dim and cozy, and prices are unabashedly high.
BONDST
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
noho
BONDST
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
noho
BONDST provides fresh, exciting Japanese offerings in a cooler than cool setting surrounded by beautiful waiters and diners alike.
Ray's
bars & nightlife
lower east side
Ray's
bars & nightlife
lower east side
Ray's Bar on the Lower East Side pays homage to New York's iconic dive bars. Cheap beer, wood paneling, leather banquet seats, and kitsch wall art are part of the no-frills charm.
Assembly
shopping
lower east side
Assembly
shopping
lower east side
Assembly has been a New York go-to for designer clothing, accessories and vintage pieces since 2008.
Maryam Nassir Zadeh
shopping
lower east side
Maryam Nassir Zadeh
shopping
lower east side
Streamlined, pared-back, playful—Maryam Nassir Zadeh’s namesake label takes a less but better approach to fashion and footwear.
Only NY
shopping
lower east side
Only NY
shopping
lower east side
Only NY opened the doors to its Lower East Side flagship in 2012. The concept behind the business was to create something intrinsically New York from which their own personal interests could bleed through.
Dimes
restaurants
lower east side
Dimes
restaurants
lower east side
This Chinatown eatery has had wild success since opening their original 18-seat outpost with a menu reflective of the creative people who frequent this health-minded diner.
Wildair
restaurants
lower east side
Wildair
restaurants
lower east side
Wildair, an a la carte bistro by the owners of sister restaurant Contra, delivers on all fronts. The interiors are low-key yet refined, the vibe is warm and inclusive, and the menu goes the distance with a multitude of market-driven small plates and a refined wine list.
Contra
restaurants
lower east side
Contra
restaurants
lower east side
The warmth of Contra’s intimate dining room, the outstanding service and very well chosen and unique wine list make it a real contender for New York's top tasting menu. Just say yes to the tasting and fully trust your Somm and you can’t go wrong.
Cervo's
restaurants
lower east side
Cervo's
restaurants
lower east side
The team behind Cervo’s has mastered the art of deceptively simple food. If you love seafood, small plates, and a well-curated wine list, this place is a must.
New Museum
art & design
lower east side
New Museum
art & design
lower east side
Designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa of SANAA, Tokyo, the New Museum is a monumental undertaking.
PULQUERIA
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
PULQUERIA
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
A secret Aztec subterranean den that provides a double dose of atmosphere, both bar and restaurant, Pulqueria dishes out authentic Mexican cuisine.
KIKI’S GREEK TAVERN
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
KIKI’S GREEK TAVERN
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
This tried-and-tested favorite located at the juncture of Division and Orchard Streets in the Lower East Side entices with tasty Greek cuisine and a buzzy atmosphere at a price that is more than fair.
BAR BELLY
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
BAR BELLY
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
Oysters, small bites, and specialty cocktails in a dimly-lit narrow space located on the Lower East Side, Bar Belly is the perfect spot to settle in for the night with your closest allies.
COMING SOON
art & design
shopping
lower east side
COMING SOON
art & design
shopping
lower east side
From furniture and home goods to accessories and one-of-a-kind gifts, Coming Soon is a fun place to find some real treasures.
MISSION CANTINA
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
MISSION CANTINA
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
Mission Cantina has the feel of a neighborhood place, a casual spot to have a beer, a few tacos, and maybe something that will surprise you.
MERCURY LOUNGE
bars & nightlife
entertainment
lower east side
MERCURY LOUNGE
bars & nightlife
entertainment
lower east side
Mercury Lounge has perfected the recipe for booking up-and-coming acts at affordable prices, housing them in an intimate-enough atmosphere and consistently attracting high-energy crowds.
HESTER STREET CAFE
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
HESTER STREET CAFE
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
Hester Street Café at New Museum offers New Yorkers and tourists alike a taste of some of the most creative food entrepreneurs in the city.
MOMOFUKU KO
food & drink
lower east side
MOMOFUKU KO
food & drink
lower east side
Dinner is a set tasting menu based largely on market availability devised by the chef and his aides de camp, and it is usually about 10 courses long.
FREEMANS
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
FREEMANS
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
The impossibly cool interior of Freemans Restaurant is part hunting lodge, part taxidermy diorama with stuffed heads and dark woods galore.
MOMOFUKU NOODLE BAR
food & drink
lower east side
MOMOFUKU NOODLE BAR
food & drink
lower east side
Using traditional French cooking techniques to create an Asian fusion menu, diners can choose from an array of Korean, Japanese, and Chinese inspired dishes.
KATZ'S DELICATESSEN
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
KATZ'S DELICATESSEN
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
Established in 1888, Katz’s is the real-deal, kosher-style New York delicatessen.
DECIBEL
bars & nightlife
food & drink
lower east side
DECIBEL
bars & nightlife
food & drink
lower east side
By far the best sake bar in the city, Decibel’s small basement location is designed with dark wood, red paper lanterns, and graffiti-covered walls.
DEATH & COMPANY
bars & nightlife
food & drink
lower east side
DEATH & COMPANY
bars & nightlife
food & drink
lower east side
Hidden behind an inconspicuous wooden door, the dimly-lit lounge pays homage—re-invents even—pre-prohibition cocktail.
BOWERY BALLROOM
bars & nightlife
entertainment
music
lower east side
BOWERY BALLROOM
bars & nightlife
entertainment
music
lower east side
With excellent sight lines, out-of-this-world acoustics, and bars on all three levels, it’s no wonder the Bowery Ballroom has held the title of the best music club in New York.
RUSS AND DAUGHTERS CAFE
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
RUSS AND DAUGHTERS CAFE
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
For the first time in a century, smoked salmon hounds can sit down and enjoy the R&D lox at one of the luncheonette-style counter stools.
RUSS AND DAUGHTERS
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
RUSS AND DAUGHTERS
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
Whether Irish, Scottish, or Norwegian, you can order it smoked, pickled, kippered, or cured, and sliced thin enough to read through.
THE BOX
bars & nightlife
lower east side
THE BOX
bars & nightlife
lower east side
A unique nightlife venue where the stage is graced by burlesque performers and circus freaks, all while glamorous spectators drink and dance in between the performances.
THE BUTCHER'S DAUGHTER
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
THE BUTCHER'S DAUGHTER
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
The Butcher's Daughter an aura evocative of LA, where people work and socialize over healthy food and juice—a light, airy, vacation-like lifestyle.
THE FAT RADISH
restaurants
lower east side
THE FAT RADISH
restaurants
lower east side
The cuisine at the Fat Radish is classified by a philosophy: simple, healthy, delicious dishes created with well-sourced, seasonal ingredients.
THE FLOWER SHOP
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
THE FLOWER SHOP
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
Wood-paneled walls, floral banquettes, and trinkets from every generation will put you in a state of retro bliss the minute you walk through the door at The Flower Shop.
THE HOLE
art & design
lower east side
THE HOLE
art & design
lower east side
With few stones left unturned, the Hole is one of our favorite artsy destinations in NYC.
TURNTABLE LAB
shopping
lower east side
TURNTABLE LAB
shopping
lower east side
Make it one of your must-see places to visit, and treat yourself to the wealth of expert, attitude-free knowledge in the form of a Turntable Lab staff member.
ATTABOY
bars & nightlife
lower east side
ATTABOY
bars & nightlife
lower east side
The very small speakeasy with a frequently locked door is helmed by mixologists from Milk & Honey, which was originally housed in the same space.
ANTHOLOGY FILM ARCHIVES
entertainment
lower east side
ANTHOLOGY FILM ARCHIVES
entertainment
lower east side
This is the perfect place to spice up the romance with back-of-the-theater kiss, and stimulating film debates over dessert after.
AN CHOI
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
AN CHOI
food & drink
restaurants
lower east side
With a small two-room dining area, and a carry-out business that’s beloved by LES locals, An Choi is known for a selection of Vietnamese bahn mi sandwiches, and pho soups.
Veselka
restaurants
east village
Veselka
restaurants
east village
A favorite among locals, Chloë Sevigny included, Veselka is a true New York institution. Since 1954, this East Village spot has been serving up classic Ukranian fare in a casual setting.
Joyface
bars & nightlife
east village
Joyface
bars & nightlife
east village
This 70s-themed cocktail bar in Alphabet City is groovy in every possible way. It has the vibe of an underground social club from yesteryear mixed with the feeling of being in someone’s basement bar.
Cabin Down Below
bars & nightlife
east village
Cabin Down Below
bars & nightlife
east village
This semi-secret East Village basement bar on the corner of 7th Street and Avenue A is once again the place to go for a late-night drink.
Club Cumming
bars & nightlife
east village
Club Cumming
bars & nightlife
east village
Welcome to Alan Cumming’s foray into nightlife. This East Village venue brings a dose of live music, performance, and jazz to the famously artsy, underground neighborhood.
The Brant Foundation
art & design
east village
The Brant Foundation
art & design
east village
Visit The Brant Foundation's East Village outpost located inside a century-old building boasting a vast compendium of contemporary art from founder Peter Brant's collection.
Lucien
restaurants
east village
Lucien
restaurants
east village
For a timeless French bistro experience, dine at this 20-year-old restaurant where hungry locals flock for brunch and late-night eats.
Tokio 7
shopping
east village
Tokio 7
shopping
east village
Located in the East Village, Tokio 7 is an eclectic consignment shop with racks full of designer treasures. The no-frills boutique is perfect for finding some dapper gems for any occas
Casey Rubber Stamps
art & design
shopping
east village
Casey Rubber Stamps
art & design
shopping
east village
When it comes to stamps, your every need is covered under one roof—from countless shelves of novelty rubber stamps to hundreds of rubber stamp designs as well as custom stamp production.
IRVING PLAZA
entertainment
music
east village
IRVING PLAZA
entertainment
music
east village
The intimate ballroom setting is a great place to check out a fresh act or an old favorite.
Chez Ma Tante
restaurants
brooklyn
Chez Ma Tante
restaurants
brooklyn
Helmed by chefs Aidan O’Neil and Jake Leiber, the bistro, a favorite among locals giving it a distinct neighborhood vibe, is a destination for those seeking great food in a pared-back yet warm setting.
St. Mazie
music
restaurants
brooklyn
St. Mazie
music
restaurants
brooklyn
In the heart of Williamsburg sits this cozy two-floor speakeasy famous for its live music, delicious bar menu, and 1920s feel.
PAULIE GEE'S
food & drink
restaurants
brooklyn
PAULIE GEE'S
food & drink
restaurants
brooklyn
A cozy space surrounded by people who love food and arguably the best pizza in town? Worth a trip on the G train.
MAISON PREMIERE
food & drink
restaurants
brooklyn
MAISON PREMIERE
food & drink
restaurants
brooklyn
Maison Premiere is worth a trip to Williamsburg just for the old-world charm of this perfect date night spot.
FIVE LEAVES
food & drink
restaurants
brooklyn
FIVE LEAVES
food & drink
restaurants
brooklyn
Open daily from breakfast until late, it’s the neighborhood haunt you’ve always dreamed of for comforting food, albeit in Brooklyn.
BROOKLYN MUSEUM OF ART
art & design
brooklyn
BROOKLYN MUSEUM OF ART
art & design
brooklyn
The Brooklyn Museum, housed in a 560,000-square-foot Beaux-Arts building is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the country.
ROBERTA'S
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
brooklyn
ROBERTA'S
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
brooklyn
The most unpretentious pizza and beer joint in the neighborhood that has foodies from all over making the trek to Brooklyn.
THE RIVER CAFE
restaurants
brooklyn
THE RIVER CAFE
restaurants
brooklyn
The River Café is a Brooklyn staple that offers diners gorgeous views of the Statue of Liberty and the New York skyline from its position under the iconic Brooklyn Bridge.
BLANCA
restaurants
brooklyn
BLANCA
restaurants
brooklyn
Blanca has turned the famous Roberta’s from a ramshackle neighborhood pizza hall into a poster child for the great Brooklyn culinary miracle.
Legacy Records
restaurants
upper manhattan
Legacy Records
restaurants
upper manhattan
Ambitious in scale, design, and service, Legacy Records in Hudson Yards comprise an elegant 85-seat restaurant, all-day cafe, two private dining rooms, and a cocktail and wine bar.
King Cole Bar
bars & nightlife
upper manhattan
King Cole Bar
bars & nightlife
upper manhattan
King Cole Bar pays homage to Old New York in the best possible way. With its grand chandeliers and dark-wood bar boasting a Maxfield Parris mural featuring King Cole himself, this New York institution is all charm and refined sophistication.
The Cloisters
art & design
upper manhattan
The Cloisters
art & design
upper manhattan
The Cloisters aimed to bring slices of Medieval Europe to New York City, which proved to be an impressive feat.
RAO'S
food & drink
restaurants
upper manhattan
RAO'S
food & drink
restaurants
upper manhattan
Shorthand for Rao’s Specialty Foods, Rao's is renowned for its jukebox, quirky decor, unmatched hospitality and most of all, exquisitely simple Italian cooking.
MUSEUM OF ART & DESIGN
art & design
upper manhattan
MUSEUM OF ART & DESIGN
art & design
upper manhattan
With the top floor devoted to artist-in-residency studios, museum visitors are offered a rare glimpse into the process of art-making.
HOWARD GREENBERG
art & design
upper manhattan
HOWARD GREENBERG
art & design
upper manhattan
Its art deco design, black marble and gold mosaics, and ornate gold and copper wall reliefs will take you back to a time of unabashed opulence.
GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM
art & design
upper manhattan
GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM
art & design
upper manhattan
The Guggenheim's collection encompasses work from the Impressionist, Post Impressionist, and Modernist eras and is dedicated to showing work from the 20th century and beyond.
DOVER STREET MARKET
fashion
shopping
upper manhattan
DOVER STREET MARKET
fashion
shopping
upper manhattan
The innovative retail space, launched in 2013 by the founder of Commes Des Garçon, Rei Kawakubo, is the destination when it comes to the crème de la crème of established and emerging designer talent.
DIOR
fashion
shopping
upper manhattan
DIOR
fashion
shopping
upper manhattan
White, stark, and sleek, Christian Dior's lustrous establishment is the work of go-to luxury retail architect Peter Marino.
MOMA
art & design
upper manhattan
MOMA
art & design
upper manhattan
A New York fixture housing an amazing array of sculptures, paintings, and photography by celebrated modern artists.
CAFE CARLYLE
bars & nightlife
entertainment
food & drink
restaurants
upper manhattan
CAFE CARLYLE
bars & nightlife
entertainment
food & drink
restaurants
upper manhattan
Perimeter blue banquettes curve along the edge of this 70-seat supper club where you can see Woody Allen play the clarinet backed by the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band.
Atomix
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
upper manhattan
Atomix
bars & nightlife
food & drink
restaurants
upper manhattan
Recently given three stars and named the No. 1 restaurant in NYC by the New York Times, Atomix by Chef Junghyun Park (of Attaboy fame) has also garnished a Michelin Star and has since been booking up faster than EMP on reopening day.
THE FRICK COLLECTION
art & design
upper manhattan
THE FRICK COLLECTION
art & design
upper manhattan
The Frick Collection is one of New York City's most beloved cultural treasures, featuring Mr. Frick's personal and most outstanding collection of paintings, sculpture, prints and decorative arts.
THE MET BREUER
art & design
upper manhattan
THE MET BREUER
art & design
upper manhattan
One of the city's iconic postwar landmarks of modern architecture, The Met Breuer showcases the art of the 20th and 21st centuries through the global breadth and historical reach of The Met's unparalleled collection.
THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
art & design
upper manhattan
THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
art & design
upper manhattan
Spanning almost quarter of a mile long and occupying more than 2,000,000 square feet, The Met's permanent collection contains more than two million works and is one of New York's most notable art institutions.
THE NEUE GALERIE
art & design
upper manhattan
THE NEUE GALERIE
art & design
upper manhattan
Housed in a glorious Beaux-Arts mansion designed by Annabelle Selldorf on 5th Avenue, the Neue Galerie is home to some of the most important works of the early 20th century German and Austrian works of art
BEMELMANS BAR
bars & nightlife
upper manhattan
BEMELMANS BAR
bars & nightlife
upper manhattan
A bastion of New York high society and the tip-top of every seasoned Gothamist’s list, Bemelmans has been frequented by politicians, movie stars, and moguls for five decades.
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
art & design
upper manhattan
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
art & design
upper manhattan
Comprising 25 buildings across the street from Central Park, the collections contain over 32 million specimens, of which only a small fraction can be displayed at any given time.