Vegan restaurant · Tribeca
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"Lekka Burger, a vegan burger restaurant in Manhattan, has ceased operations since the book went to print." - Mayukh Sen
Deli · Midtown East
Nestled by St. Patrick's Cathedral, Toasties is the go-to deli for fresh sandwiches, salads, and breakfast wraps that make fast casual dining a delight.
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Restaurant · Midtown East
Old Stove Pub, the NYC outpost of the beloved Sagaponack, brings a taste of Long Island with farm-fresh dishes, warm service, and a welcoming vibe.
Restaurant · West Village
Mollusca NYC is a chic seafood haven in the Meatpacking District, blending global influences with a menu that dazzles from raw offerings to gourmet twists.
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Japanese restaurant · East Village
Secchu Yokota is a charming, six-seat omakase gem in Alphabet City serving exquisite, seasonal tempura alongside a warm, personal dining experience orchestrated by a husband-and-wife team who make every guest feel like family.
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Chinese restaurant · Chinatown
Hop Kee is a beloved, cash-only Cantonese gem tucked away in Chinatown's basement, renowned for its hearty portions of traditional dishes like chow fun and salt-and-pepper seafood, and frequented by locals and fans like Anthony Bourdain.
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Italian restaurant · Flatiron District
Bar Milano at Eataly Flatiron brings a slice of midcentury Milan to NYC with its lively vibe, fresh Italian fare, and impressive cocktail selection amidst bustling market sights.
Restaurant · Greenwich Village
Experience the extraordinary at ACRU, where Chef Daniel masterfully crafts creative, beautifully plated dishes amid cozy elegance in the West Village.
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Chinese restaurant · Lower East Side
This charming spot just off Grand Street station serves a vibrant array of soup dumplings and other Chinese delights in a cozy, forest-like setting.
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Bakery · Carroll Gardens
Tucked away in Carroll Gardens, ACQ Bread Co. is a charming bakery known for its extraordinary milk bread and cozy vibe, perfect for bread lovers.
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History museum · Greenwich Village
Discover a quirky gem in NYC's East Village where you can handle rare antiques from an eclectic collection curated by the animated Denny, who delights with fascinating stories.