Hotel · Midtown West
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"Brings the natural vibe inside with trees and plants everywhere, plus a farm-to-table restaurant from James Beard Award-winning chef Jonathan Waxman." - Laura Begley Bloom
Mediterranean restaurant · Lower East Side
Tucked away on Orchard Street, Sami & Susu is a cozy Mediterranean gem where seasonally inspired plates and natural wines converge in an intimate, often bustling setting.
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Mexican restaurant · Jackson Heights
El Maguey is a vibrant Lower East Side Mexican haven, serving up lively karaoke nights, flavorful dishes, and strong drinks in a cozy setting.
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Italian restaurant · Greenwich Village
Babbo, Joe Bastianich’s bustling Italian gem in Greenwich Village, serves up inventive pasta dishes and a chic vibe that keeps both locals and visitors coming back for more.
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New American restaurant · SoHo
Kiko marries Asian flavors with American flair in a chic, cozy Hudson Square spot, serving standout dishes and creative cocktails in a lively atmosphere.
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Chinese restaurant · Chinatown
This no-frills Chinatown gem serves up some of NYC's best hand-pulled noodles and dumplings, all for a wallet-friendly price—cash only.
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Italian restaurant · Clinton Hill
Tucked in a charming former drugstore, Locanda Vini e Olii serves homey Northern Italian classics with standout pastas and a stellar wine list.
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Ukrainian restaurant · East Village
Veselka is a bustling East Village icon serving comforting Ukrainian pierogi, borscht, and homestyle fare in a lively, retro diner setting.
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Bakery · Bedford-Stuyvesant
Fan-Fan Doughnuts serves up artisanal, inventive yeasted donuts in Bed-Stuy, with standout flavors like guava & cheese and salted caramel.
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Australian restaurant · Williamsburg
Good Thanks is a bright, easygoing Australian café in Williamsburg dishing up brunch favorites like avocado toast and grain bowls, paired with tasty drinks.
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Cocktail bar · Carroll Gardens
Clover Club in Brooklyn serves classic and inventive cocktails alongside elevated small plates in a cozy, vintage-inspired setting.
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