Cocktail bar · Chelsea
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"La Noxe led the charge in 2021: A speakeasy in a 28th Street station with a 1,500-person waitlist, the New York Post reported at the opening." - Emma Orlow
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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Mexican restaurant · Greenpoint
Michelin-starred Greenpoint gem serving vibrant wood-fired Mexican fare and killer cocktails in a bright, plant-filled space with a sunny patio.
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Korean barbecue restaurant · Midtown West
Upstairs on Fifth Ave, Gopchang Story serves up sizzling Korean BBQ specializing in crispy, juicy grilled beef intestines with killer fried rice.
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Seafood restaurant · Chelsea
Essex Pearl serves up an adventurous Southeast Asian seafood menu in a vibrant Lower East Side setting, perfect for a chill hang or a lively feast.
Barbecue restaurant · Morningside Heights
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que offers a lively Southern-style dining experience with succulent smoked meats, cold beers, and a retro vibe, perfect for family gatherings or casual meet-ups.
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Sauna · Williamsburg
Bathhouse is a cozy escape in Williamsburg boasting a serene spa vibe with thermal pools and chic dining, perfect for a rejuvenating day.
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Wine bar · East Village
Bar Veloce is a cozy East Village wine bar boasting a solid selection of European wines and small plates, perfect for a casual night out or a laid-back date.
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Italian restaurant · Williamsburg
Bushwick’s Roberta’s dishes inventive, wood-fired pies—including the spicy-sweet Bee Sting—in a laid-back, plant-filled vibe perfect for pizza lovers.
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American restaurant · West Village
Cecchi’s serves classic American steaks, chops, and burgers in a lively, art deco West Village supper club vibe with stellar cocktails and warm service.
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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