Ramen restaurant · Lower East Side
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"Ivan Ramen, the popular Lower East Side ramen shop, is now operating out of a shared kitchen in Brooklyn overseen by Doordash." - Luke Fortney
Bakery · East Village
Veniero’s is a bustling East Village gem since 1894, serving iconic Italian pastries and cheesecakes beneath a stunning stained-glass ceiling.
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Chinese restaurant · Emerson Hill
This hidden gem in Manor Heights has been dishing out classic Chinese takeout and health-conscious choices to Staten Islanders for 45 years.
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Thai restaurant · Nolita
Lovely Day serves affordable, cozy Thai-inspired comfort food in a quirky Nolita spot with red leather booths and a chill vibe.
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Mexican restaurant · East Village
Downtown Burritos Cocina Mexicana is your go-to East Village spot for hearty burritos and breakfast tacos that bring satisfying Mexican flavors to a no-frills setting.
Restaurant · Upper East Side
At Billie's Hot Chicken, dive into vibrant Nashville-style bites featuring organic, never-frozen chicken that’s crispy and juicy, offered in serious portions to satisfy every spice craving on the Upper East Side.
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Korean restaurant · Lower East Side
Step into Kisa, a cozy Korean diner on the Lower East Side that channels '80s Seoul nostalgia with hearty bibimbap and bulgogi platters for just $32.
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Steak house · Williamsburg
Brooklyn staple since 1887, Peter Luger serves iconic dry-aged porterhouses and burgers in a German beer hall vibe with old-school charm.
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Chinese restaurant · Flushing
Asian Jewels is a spacious, bustling Flushing dim sum palace where carts roll by with classic Cantonese bites in an elegant red-hued banquet hall.
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Oyster bar restaurant · Williamsburg
Benelux is a vibrant spot in Bushwick serving classic Belgian and European fare, with a stellar selection of beers and a chill vibe perfect for happy hour.
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Board game club · Boerum Hill
Nestled a few blocks from Barclays Center, Squarrel Cafe is a cozy board-game haven with a vast selection, bubble tea, and inviting snacks, perfect for lazy afternoons.