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Nestled atop Bergdorf Goodman, the vibrant BG Restaurant serves up afternoon tea and a delectable menu alongside stunning Central Park views, perfect for a luxurious break.

Atlas Kitchen on the UWS near Columbia serves stylish, art-filled vibes and inventive takes on classic Hunanese, Sichuan, and Chinese dishes.

Good Thanks is a bright, easygoing Australian café in Williamsburg dishing up brunch favorites like avocado toast and grain bowls, paired with tasty drinks.

Nestled in Bay Ridge, this cozy coffee shop serves up exceptional lattes, delicious pastries, and a welcoming vibe, perfect for any casual meetup.

A cozy, tattooed-run Bushwick bar serving stiff cocktails in Mason jars, draft beers, and hosting a chill local crowd with vintage vibes.

At chef Marc Forgione's new Tribeca spot, diners enjoy bold, farm-to-table dishes like chili lobster and chicken under a brick, all in a cozy, candlelit setting perfect for a romantic night out.

Fat Choy serves vibrant, inventive vegan Chinese bites like crispy salt-and-pepper cauliflower and a mushroom sloppy sandwich on the Lower East Side.

Tony’s Di Napoli is a lively Italian hotspot near Times Square, where huge, family-style portions of comfort food—think al dente pasta and decadent chicken parm—come served alongside festive decor and a burst of convivial energy, making it the perfect pre-show pitstop.

At Hou Yi Hot Pot in Chinatown, dive into customizable all-you-can-eat hot pot featuring over 30 broth options, plus unlimited soft drinks and a scoop-it-yourself ice cream bar to cool off with.

Din Tai Fung, the Taiwanese soup dumpling heavyweight, brings its first East Coast outpost to Midtown, featuring massive seating and dumpling-making theatrics in a sleek, spacious setting.