Record store · East Village
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"From there, check out A-1 Records on East Sixth Street, which is wonderfully curated."
Bar · Lower East Side
Two Doors Down is an upscale cocktail bar on the Lower East Side, featuring a chic upstairs lounge for intimate drinks and a lively speakeasy dance floor below.
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American restaurant · Midtown West
Step into The Lambs Club, an art deco gem in the Chatwal Hotel, where power lunches and pre-show dinners are served up with a side of old-school glam, expertly crafted cocktails, and an American menu that hits all the right notes.
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Indian restaurant · Upper West Side
This Upper West Side joint serves hefty, affordable Mumbai-style roti wraps and spicy fries, perfect for late-night cravings.
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Bakery · Chelsea
At Breads Bakery, the aroma of freshly baked goodies fills the high-ceilinged space, serving up crave-worthy chocolate babka, flaky croissants, and savory sandwiches that make for a perfect pitstop in Union Square.
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Bubble tea store · Greenwich Village
Vivi Bubble Tea is your go-to spot for customizable bubble tea and snacks, blending a cozy vibe with a huge menu that hits the sweet spot.
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Ice cream shop · Crown Heights
Island Pops whips up creamy Caribbean-inspired ice creams and popsicles in a cozy Crown Heights spot with punchy island flavors.
Thai restaurant · Park Slope
Brooklyn's SkyIce blends authentic Northern Thai dishes with inventive all-natural ice creams like black sesame seaweed and lychee rose.
Diner · West Village
Hector's Café & Diner is a retro gem in the Meatpacking District where you can enjoy hearty breakfasts, burgers, and delightful shakes beneath the High Line.
Bakery · Lower East Side
Supermoon Bakehouse in the LES serves up stunning, ever-changing croissants, cruffins, and bold-flavored pastries that are a feast for the eyes and taste buds.
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Eritrean restaurant · Morningside Heights
Nestled in Morningside Heights, Cafe Massawa serves up vibrant Eritrean and Ethiopian dishes—from fluffy injera to spicy tibs quesadillas—perfect for a casual bite or leisurely sip of South African wine.
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