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Warm setting for Colombian-European dinners with Basque accents, plus beer, wine & cocktails.

Nestled in an atmospheric setting brimming with plants and lights, this upscale restaurant offers exquisite dishes and attentive service for a memorable dining experience.

Sophisticated lodging with a spa & a hammam, plus a chic restaurant & a seasonal outdoor pool. This posh high-rise hotel is a mile from One World Trade Center and 12 minutes' walk from Washington Square Park. Offering floor-to-ceiling windows with city or Hudson River views, the refined rooms feature flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines and free Wi-Fi, plus iPod docks, soaking tubs and rainfall showers. Suites add living rooms; some have whirlpool tubs. There's a chic restaurant serving contemporary American dishes, and a hip lounge/bar with a mid-century theme. Other amenities include a fitness center, a spa with a hammam, and a seasonal outdoor pool with a bar. There's also a ballroom, meeting space and valet parking.

Step into Bemelmans Bar at The Carlyle for an upscale yet cozy vibe, where exquisite cocktails, stunning murals, and live music create an unforgettable night.

This inviting spot fuses a casual-chic vibe with modern soul food classics, delicious cocktails, and good vibes from a lively crowd.

This historic riverfront home was the site of failed peace talks during the Revolutionary War.

This cozy, brick-walled bar is a hidden gem on the Upper East Side, serving top-notch whiskeys and elevated comfort food in a vibrant yet calm setting.

This cozy Chelsea bakery packs a punch with its delightful cardamom buns and flakey chocolate croissants, making it a must-visit for pastry lovers.

Lil Frankie’s is a cozy NYC Italian hangout known for its wood-fired pizzas and homemade pastas, perfect for casual dining with friends.

Egg Shop is an NYC breakfast gem celebrating eggs in creative ways with cozy vibes, comfy seating, and must-try dishes like smoked salmon Benedict.