The Excelsior Hotel

This cozy Japanese spot serves delightful ramen and fresh sushi in a clean, inviting atmosphere, making every visit a must.

Bar Primi is a laid-back yet stylish Italian eatery with a pasta-heavy menu, lively ambiance, and an impressive wine selection perfect for casual dining and people-watching.

Nestled in Bushwick, Kings County Brewers Collective brews its own quirky, delicious craft beers in a spacious, lively taproom where dogs and outside snacks are welcome.

At Dim Sum Bloom, you can indulge in a vibrant array of authentic dim sum and Chinese dishes, from juicy soup dumplings to innovative Hong Kong-style flavors, all nestled in a welcoming atmosphere on the Upper West Side.

Henrietta Hudson, the iconic West Village lesbian bar, serves up cocktails, dancing under a disco ball, and vibrant community vibes since '91.

As soon as you walk into our brightly-lit store front, you'll be greeted by rows and rows of freshly made-bagels. Order a single bagel or a dozen, add freshly prepared cream cheese of your choice, grab a coffee, and you're on your way to a great start for the day. Because we strongly believe in fresh bagels, we bake our bagels every other half hour and have a great reputation for keeping our bagels hot any time of the day. Our bagels are all-natural and pass any standard test - we literally put our heart and soul into them. We guarantee that once you have our bagels you will become our loyal customer. Come by our signature special, the Nova Bagel, which consists of Nova Scotia lox, cream cheese, sliced tomato and onion plus fresh orange juice and coffee. We also offer specialty sandwiches, homemade salads and other breakfast classics like muffins, croissants, and cookies. This is the perfect powering station to help you take on your day.

Tucked in Sunset Park, East Harbor Seafood Palace is a sprawling dim sum haven with rolling carts serving classics, perfect for gathering a group.

Vinum, Staten Island's top-rated Italian escape, serves up inventive dishes in a romantic setting with an impressive wine list and attentive service.

At Bad Luck Bar in Bed-Stuy, snag 13 oysters and two drinks for $33 during Happy Hour, then settle in for thick pizza and good vibes.

Jing Fong's Upper West Side outpost serves up a cozy dim sum experience with all the classics and inventive twists, perfect for group brunches or a casual bite.