Seafood restaurant · Middle Village
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Cafe · Upper West Side
Pier I Café is a chill, seasonal riverside spot in Riverside Park South serving casual American eats, refreshing drinks, and killer Hudson views.
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Bagel shop · Bushwick
Black Seed Bagels in Bushwick offers a slice of Montreal-style bagel bliss with wood-fired creations, tasty smoked fish, and an airy outdoor seating area, perfect for brunch enthusiasts.
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New American restaurant · Lower East Side
Wildair, the casual yet sophisticated LES spot from Contra’s chefs, serves inventive American small plates and natural wines in a lively, intimate setting.
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Barbecue restaurant · Williamsburg
Mable's Smokehouse is a rustic BBQ haven in Williamsburg, dishing out tender brisket, flavorful ribs, and nostalgic sides like Frito pie, all in a laid-back, communal setting.
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Korean restaurant · Midtown West
NARO blends traditional Korean flavors with modern elegance in Rockefeller Center, serving artful tasting menus and refined a la carte dishes.
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Southeast Asian restaurant · East Village
Dhom is a cozy East Village spot where you can dive into vibrant Laotian small plates—think BBQ skewers, crispy salads, and killer cocktails—ideal for sharing and unwinding with friends on any night out.
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Ukrainian restaurant · East Village
Veselka is a bustling East Village icon serving comforting Ukrainian pierogi, borscht, and homestyle fare in a lively, retro diner setting.
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Fine dining restaurant · Greenwich Village
ZZ's Clam Bar in Greenwich Village is an intimate, speakeasy-style seafood spot serving luxe raw dishes and craft cocktails in a cozy, vintage setting.
Australian restaurant · Williamsburg
Good Thanks is a bright, easygoing Australian café in Williamsburg dishing up brunch favorites like avocado toast and grain bowls, paired with tasty drinks.
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Event venue · Gowanus
The Bell House: a hip, spacious warehouse venue in Brooklyn serving up top-notch music, comedy, craft drinks, and lively, eclectic events.
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