Uzbeki restaurant · Bayridge
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"A halal Uzbek spot that opened in Brooklyn in late summer." - Emma Orlow
Restaurant · Clinton Hill
Relaxed gastropub with extensive selections of upscale pub grub, entrees & local craft brews.
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Japanese restaurant · Fort Greene
Serene tea garden and chef's counter setting for a 12-course tasting menu of modern Japanese cuisine.
Coffee shop · SoHo
This cozy coffee haven serves up exquisite brews from small plantations and mouthwatering pastries, like the celebrated cardamom bun, in a charmingly packed setting.
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Vietnamese restaurant · Little Italy
This snug counter-service spot serves up stellar Vietnamese banh mi—think crusty baguettes filled with flavorful ingredients and fresh herbs, perfect for a quick bite.
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Seafood restaurant · Astoria
This cozy Astoria spot dishes out freshly grilled and fried seafood in a bustling market vibe, serving up authentic Egyptian flavors that delight.
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Romanian restaurant · Lower East Side
Tucked away in the LES, this cozy Romanian gem serves up inventive dishes and craft cocktails, making it a must-visit for a memorable meal with friends.
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Hotel · SoHo
Sophisticated lodging with a spa & a hammam, plus a chic restaurant & a seasonal outdoor pool. This posh high-rise hotel is a mile from One World Trade Center and 12 minutes' walk from Washington Square Park. Offering floor-to-ceiling windows with city or Hudson River views, the refined rooms feature flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines and free Wi-Fi, plus iPod docks, soaking tubs and rainfall showers. Suites add living rooms; some have whirlpool tubs. There's a chic restaurant serving contemporary American dishes, and a hip lounge/bar with a mid-century theme. Other amenities include a fitness center, a spa with a hammam, and a seasonal outdoor pool with a bar. There's also a ballroom, meeting space and valet parking.
Deli · Lower East Side
This classic deli, serving towering sandwiches since 1888, captures the essence of New York with its fast-moving lines and the best pastrami in town.
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Thai restaurant · Upper East Side
Thai restaurant serving comfort food in a cozy, informal setting.
Japanese restaurant · Chinatown
Tucked in a Chinatown alley, Nakaji offers an intimate sushi experience with a rotating seasonal menu and incredible hospitality at a cozy chef's counter.
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