Vegetarian restaurant · Lower East Side
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"San Francisco import Beloved Cafe, a chain of vegan cafes and juice bars, is set to make its NYC debut on the Lower East Side." - Erika Adams
Botanical garden · Prospect Park
Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a lush, 52-acre NYC oasis famed for its cherry blossoms, Japanese garden, bonsai collection, and seasonal floral festivals.
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Middle Eastern restaurant · Chelsea
Shukette lights up Chelsea with lively vibes, an open kitchen, and irresistible Levantine charcoal grilled meats, dips, and fresh-baked breads.
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Bar & grill · Upper East Side
JG Melon is a laid-back Upper East Side classic, serving juicy, no-frills cheeseburgers and crispy cottage fries in a cozy, cash-only pub decked out with vintage melon-themed décor.
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Pie shop · Red Hook
Steve's Authentic Key Lime Pie whips up fresh, perfectly tart pies and frozen chocolate-dipped Swingles in Red Hook with killer harbor views.
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Lebanese restaurant · Midtown East
Yara is a chic, two-story Lebanese restaurant where family-style dining meets a vibrant cocktail scene, offering a wealth of vegan and Mediterranean dishes perfect for large gatherings.
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Chinese restaurant · Chinatown
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.
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Ethiopian restaurant · Bushwick
Bunna Cafe serves vibrant, flavorful all-vegan Ethiopian feasts with communal injera, artisanal coffee, creative cocktails, and live music vibes.
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Japanese restaurant · East Village
East Village’s Kanoyama serves up fresh, impeccably crafted sushi and sashimi, with a cozy vibe and standout tuna rib handroll experience.
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Korean restaurant · East Village
East Village’s basement gem, Boka serves up crispy, juicy Korean fried chicken alongside a large homestyle menu, all paired with cold Sapporo beer.
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Bakery · Bedford-Stuyvesant
Saraghina Bakery whips up crusty sourdough, flaky croissants, and Italian pastries in a cozy spot with top-notch coffee and artisanal eats.