Korean restaurant · Midtown East
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"Currently the highest ranking North American restaurant on the World's Best list, located in New York City." - Bettina Makalintal
Restaurant · SoHo
Casual Swiss-inspired Soho café with cozy fondue rooms, robust Apres-ski vibes, and a lively bar perfect for dates or group hangs.
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Italian restaurant · West Village
San Sabino, a bright Italian-American seafood haven in the West Village from the Don Angie duo, boasts playful dishes like lobster triangoli and shrimp parm, all served in an inviting, retro-inspired atmosphere perfect for a fun night out.
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French restaurant · Midtown West
Alain Ducasse’s Benoit brings classic French bistro charm to NYC with polished service, hearty comfort fare, and a dash of Parisian flair.
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Italian restaurant · SoHo
Tucked in Soho, Crazy Pizza serves up super thin, theatrical pies with a side of lively vibes and tableside fun, making for a memorable dining experience.
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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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Cantonese restaurant · Chinatown
Uncle Lou’s is a vibrant, spacious Cantonese eatery on Mulberry Street serving up over 200 mouthwatering dishes, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
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Brewery · Stapleton
Flagship Brewing on Staten Island offers a spacious taproom where you can sip on a range of craft beers, from IPAs to unique seasonal brews, all while enjoying a fun, friendly vibe just a short walk from the ferry.
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Middle Eastern restaurant · Upper West Side
Gazala’s Restaurant, owned by Chef Gazala Halabi, serves up authentic Israeli Druze cuisine with mouthwatering thin pita and cozy vibes perfect for sharing.
Wine bar · Boerum Hill
Boerum Hill’s cozy natural wine bar doubles as a chic café and bookstore, serving French-inspired wines, snacks, and a curated collection of Anaïs Nin titles.
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Bagel shop · Midtown East
Ess-a-Bagel is a bustling Midtown East staple, dishing out sizable, perfectly chewy New York bagels loaded with a wild variety of flavorful cream cheeses and hearty sandwich fixings.