Pizza restaurant · East Village
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"Luzzo’s, a Neapolitan pizza spot, has permanently closed its Avenue B location. The pizzeria has other locations in Brooklyn Heights, the Financial District, and the Upper East Side." - Luke Fortney
Bubble tea store · New Dorp
Vivi is Staten Island's bubble tea haven, serving heavenly hot and cold brews alongside mouthwatering Taiwanese snacks in a bright, comfy space.
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Book store · Tribeca
The Mysterious Bookshop in Tribeca is a cozy, wall-to-wall haven for mystery lovers, featuring an extensive collection of crime novels and signed editions, all steeped in literary charm.
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Coffee shop · South Slope
Tucked in Greenwood Heights, Southside Coffee is a cozy spot for espresso, deliciously small pastries, and standout breakfast sandwiches that keep locals coming back for more.
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Sushi restaurant · Midtown West
Nestled in the vibrant Urban Hawker food hall, Sushi & Bento by Mr. Lim offers fresh sushi, tasty bento boxes, and a friendly vibe just steps from NYC's bustling landmarks.
Korean restaurant · Flushing
Gahwa is a cozy 24-hour Korean eatery in Flushing, sporting a rustic vibe with log ceilings, famed for its heartwarming seolleongtang and generous bossam portions, making it the ideal spot for comfort food enthusiasts.
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Bar · Bushwick
A vibrant neighborhood bar in Bushwick, Starr Bar serves up creative cocktails, tasty pizza, and hosts fun events from live music to flea markets.
Bar · East Village
Ace Bar is a lively East Village spot with cheap drinks, a mix of games like darts and Skee-Ball, and a casual vibe perfect for a fun night out.
Chinese bakery · Chinatown
Bustling Chinese bake shop stocking cakes, pastries & classics such as pork buns & egg tarts.
Fast food restaurant · Clinton Hill
Smack Burger is a vibrant Fort Greene gem serving up juicy smash burgers, wings, and creamy milkshakes, all with friendly service and a halal twist.
Hot pot restaurant · Flushing
Dive into an all-you-can-eat haven at 37 Xiang Seafood Hot Pot, where fresh sushi, extravagant seafood, and private rooms create a prime chill-out vibe.
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