Hotel (The Mercer)

Bad Roman channels playful, over-the-top Italian-American vibes with standout bites like garlic babka and lemon cheesecake in a lively Columbus Circle spot.

Tucked away in the basement, this charming Italian spot serves up delicious pasta with a twist, featuring over 12 fresh sauces for takeout cravings.

Hunky Dory in Crown Heights is your go-to all-day café and bar for creative American bites and sustainable cocktails in a laid-back, funky vibe.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream at Grand Central's lower level offers a sweet escape with its dairy and vegan delights, all served by friendly staff in a bustling spot.

Là Lá Bakeshop is a vibrant East Village spot serving up inventive Vietnamese pastries, including a show-stopping salted egg yolk cake and delightful cream-filled buns.

Okonomi is a tiny Williamsburg spot serving meticulously crafted Japanese breakfast sets by day and fresh seafood ramen by night in an intimate setting.

Nestled in Hotel Indigo Williamsburg, Continent Brooklyn serves up vibrant Caribbean-Asian fusion dishes in a chic setting that's perfect for a stylish night out.

This casual Vietnamese gem offers standout smoked brisket pho and creative banh mi, plus vegetarian options, all set in a laid-back Brooklyn vibe.

Cocina Consuelo serves vibrant, ancestral Mexican dishes in a lively, cozy Harlem spot with standout masa pancakes and soulful birria bone marrow.

At the iconic Houston and West Broadway corner in SoHo, The Corner Store serves up a stylish twist on classic American fare with a nostalgic vibe and inventive cocktails.