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This trendy Tribeca hotel, with its art deco vibes, features an 8-story atrium, lively dining options, a jazz club, and a chic private cinema.

A cozy 18-seat sushi bar in the West Village offers an exquisite omakase experience with fresh fish and a touch of culinary flair from Chef Kousaka.

Mexican spot inside a tortilla factory serving south-of-the-border standards using the fresh wraps.

"The Clubhouse Café is a social enterprise coffee shop, dedicated to providing real-world job training to young adults from the Bronx neighborhood. The cafe is operated by South Bronx United, a nonprofit, youth development organization."

This charming, sunlit bakery boasts high ceilings and a tempting array of artisanal breads and pastries, perfect for a sweet treat or a quick meal.

Rock & blues bands perform nightly while soccer games on satellite TV hold forth at other times.

This stylish, plant-filled haven serves up delightful brunches and dinners in a warm, vibrant atmosphere, complete with a stellar wine selection.

This contemporary Italian gem in Williamsburg serves delectable handmade pasta and creative antipasti in a stylish space, with a vibrant open kitchen atmosphere.

Cozy bakery known for its croissants and other pastries, plus sandwiches after 11am.

Step into this historic Brooklyn gem where retro decor meets decadent dishes like oysters and Beef Wellington, all paired with an impressive cocktail menu.