French restaurant · Lower East Side
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"Or maybe, as Rosner points out, you’re so attuned to the zeitgeist, like New York’s Major Food Group, that you’d prefer to shrug off fine dining and call your place Dirty French." - ByMaggie Hennessy
Gay bar · South Slope
Good Judy is a lively Park Slope queer bar with stellar cocktails, a backyard patio, karaoke, drag shows, and nonstop dance-floor fun.
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Restaurant · Tribeca
Sushi Ichimura offers an intimate 10-seat omakase in Tribeca, where master chef Eiji Ichimura crafts a luxe 20-course Edomae sushi experience.
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Bakery · Carroll Gardens
ACQ Bread Co. is a cozy Carroll Gardens spot crafting standout sourdough and irresistibly chewy, slightly sweet milk bread from local organic grains.
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French restaurant · Fort Greene
Discover Third Falcon, a cozy Fort Greene wine bar that serves fresh, seasonal Northern French cuisine, perfect for both casual bites and serious meals.
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Building · West Village
Nestled in the West Village, this cozy spot effortlessly blends intimate date night vibes with a trendy speakeasy aesthetic, serving up mouth-watering seafood and craft cocktails.
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Gay bar · Midtown West
Nestled in Hell's Kitchen, the 9th Avenue Saloon is a laid-back LGBTQ+ dive bar known for its friendly vibes, cheap drinks, and eclectic jukebox—your go-to spot for a casual pre-show cocktail or late-night hangout.
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Sauna · Williamsburg
Bathhouse is a cozy escape in Williamsburg boasting a serene spa vibe with thermal pools and chic dining, perfect for a rejuvenating day.
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Cantonese restaurant · Chinatown
Uncle Lou’s is a vibrant, spacious Cantonese eatery on Mulberry Street serving up over 200 mouthwatering dishes, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
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Mexican restaurant · Fort Greene
Nestled across from BAM in Fort Greene, Tacombi serves vibrant tacos and refreshing palomas in a colorful, beachy space, complete with a patio perfect for casual hangouts.
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Dessert shop · Astoria
Chocolate House in Astoria serves up decadent desserts with a Middle Eastern twist, featuring delightful treats like Dubai chocolate and creative crepes in a cozy, welcoming space.