Mediterranean restaurant · Tribeca
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"This Tribeca joint is known for its delicately balanced falafel pita, but shakshuka is also a standout with its just-spicy-enough tomato sauce enlivened with jalapeños. There’s an additional location on John Street." - Paul Schrodt
Bagel shop · Williamsburg
Simply Nova is a charming bagel shop and deli in Williamsburg that offers a sumptuous selection of smoked fish, delectable babka, and comfort foods like matzo ball soup—all served with a smile in a cozy atmosphere.
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Hamburger restaurant · Rockaway Beach
Nestled on the Rockaway Beach boardwalk, Rippers is a laid-back snack shack serving up mouthwatering burgers, cheesy fries, and cold drinks, perfect for beachgoers.
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Cafe · Central Harlem
Kaafi by Chaiguy is a cozy Harlem café buzzing with rich Pakistani flavors, where you can sip aromatic chai and enjoy hearty bites in a stylish setting.
Butcher shop · Carroll Gardens
The Meat Hook is a beloved butcher shop known for its top-notch, pasture-raised meats, creative sausages, and delightful grocery offerings in a welcoming setting.
Cocktail bar · Chelsea
Danny Meyer’s spacious Chelsea bar Porchlight serves Southern-inspired cocktails and snacks in a laid-back spot perfect for groups and game nights.
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Japanese restaurant · Astoria
Pink-hued Pink Nori in Astoria serves buzzworthy, affordable sushi rolls, sashimi, and all the Japanese classics in a chill, neon-lit spot.
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Cocktail bar · East Village
Death & Co channels a moody speakeasy vibe, serving masterful, globally inspired cocktails in an intimate East Village setting.
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Dessert shop · East Village
Christina Tosi’s Milk Bar in NYC crafts playful, nostalgic desserts like cereal-milk soft serve and crack pie with inventive, buttery twists.
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Indian restaurant · East Village
Desi Stop is a cozy 24/7 Indian spot in East Village serving flavorful, homemade vegetarian fare like samosa burgers, fresh rotis, and sweet mango lassi.
Korean restaurant · Midtown West
Golden HOF blends classic NY pub vibes with inventive Korean American bites and cocktails in a lively Midtown spot near Rockefeller Center.
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