From Lucie

Tucked in the basement of the Jewish Museum, this cozy spot serves up legendary kosher smoked fish and bagels, perfect for a relaxed brunch or a picnic in Central Park.

A beloved local joint, this casual spot serves up inventive meatball sandwiches and flavorful salads, all crafted with fresh, quality ingredients.

Lanzhou Hand Pull Noodles in Flushing’s New World Mall serves up fresh, chewy hand-pulled noodles and flavorful broths that keep locals returning for more.

Alligator Lounge is a vibrant dive bar in Williamsburg where you can score cheap drinks and enjoy a personal pizza with every order, all while singing karaoke or playing pool.

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

Tucked inside Port Sa’id, In Sheep’s Clothing NYC is a cozy hi-fi vinyl bar spinning rare records with Japanese-inspired cocktails.

At Tangy Noodle, you can dive into a delicious mix of classic Chinese noodles, dumplings, and soups, all given a modern twist in a casual Chelsea setting.

Sound and Fury Brewing is a sprawling downtown Brooklyn gem boasting a seven-barrel brewhouse, delicious Neapolitan-style pizzas, and a lively atmosphere perfect for enjoying craft beers and cocktails.

Fan-Fan Doughnuts serves up artisanal, inventive yeasted donuts in Bed-Stuy, with standout flavors like guava & cheese and salted caramel.

Hwa Yuan serves upscale Sichuan classics in a sleek three-story Chinatown spot, famed for its legendary cold sesame noodles and top-tier Peking duck.