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At Ichiran in Bushwick, dive into rich, solo-optimized bowls of tonkotsu ramen in intimate booths that let you customize every slurp without the need for small talk.

Discover a bright, relaxed all-day café in Williamsburg serving fresh veggie dishes, artisanal breads, and vibrant juices, perfect for any occasion.

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.

Death & Co channels a moody speakeasy vibe, serving masterful, globally inspired cocktails in an intimate East Village setting.

Helmed by a Din Tai Fung vet, Soho’s Pinch Chinese serves refined soup dumplings, standout Peking duck, and an artful wine list in a sleek, lively setting.

Fat Choy serves vibrant, inventive vegan Chinese bites like crispy salt-and-pepper cauliflower and a mushroom sloppy sandwich on the Lower East Side.

Tucked away in Prospect Heights, Pasta Night serves up vibrant house-made pasta and hearty Italian classics in a casual, welcoming atmosphere.

Damballa, a vibrant Bushwick bar named after a Haitian Loa spirit, offers crafted cocktails, delicious bites, and a killer sound system for an unforgettable night out.

New Park Pizza is a classic New York slice joint where quick, cheesy pies emerge from a brick oven, perfect for a casual bite near JFK.

At Olmsted, the Prospect Heights gem, chef Greg Baxtrom crafts seasonal dishes fueled by the garden's bounty, serving delightfully inventive brunches and dinners in an inviting, leafy backyard oasis.