Hotel 50 Bowery - JDV by Hyatt

"50 Bowery is a boutique hotel in Chinatown, New York City, known for its modern design and vibrant atmosphere. Part of the Joie de Vivre brand, it offers a fresh and optimistic vibe, standing out with its glass tower architecture among its surroundings." - Kevin Chau

"Manhattan’s oldest street, the Bowery was once synonymous with skid row, but much like the rest of the city, it’s undergone a major overhaul in recent years. Now it’s home to the 229-room Hotel 50 Bowery, set in a gleaming glass building that towers over its low-slung Chinatown neighbors and sits across from the entrance to the Manhattan Bridge. Inside, the vibe is industrial, with cement pillars, exposed brick, and modernist furnishings, but keep your eyes peeled for subtle nods to the neighborhood outside: a retro, pagoda-topped phone booth near the elevators; in-room pieces by local artists André Saraiva, Simone Shubuck, and Lowell Boyers; and even textured plaster walls in blue and white to evoke the palette of traditional Chinese pottery. Rooftop bar the Crown pairs sweeping views of Lower Manhattan with refreshing cocktails (like the lychee-tinged Jade Rabbit) and bar snacks that feel rooted in the culture 21 floors below, including pastrami steamed buns and veggie dumplings." - Jennifer Flowers

"If you only know Chikarashi as a fast-casual spot with long lines at lunch, then their pop-up on the second-floor outdoor terrace at Hotel 50 Bowery might seem out of left field. After all, rather than $14 poke bowls, they’re serving a 13-course kappo-style yakitori omakase for $150 per person. But if you made it to Chikarashi Isso in the three or so months it was open before the shutdown, then you’ll know they can do an excellent high-end yakitori experience as well. The FiDi location hasn’t reopened yet, but you can still watch scallops and chicken oysters grilling in front of you before arriving on your plate topped with uni and white truffle. Seats at the U-shaped chef’s counter for either of the night’s seatings can be reserved here." - matt tervooren

"In 2018, when I was 29 years old, I was the executive chef at Hotel 50 Bowery in Chinatown, overseeing the food program at the restaurant, rooftop bar, and in-room dining. I finally had a consistent work schedule and made a decent salary, which allowed me to go out with my friends regularly without worrying about my next paycheck. This also made drinking more accessible. I busted my ass at work but I was hungover a few days a week. I did the best I could every day, but doing the best when you’re only at 60 percent will never be your best." - Jae Lee

"A 15-course meal at this new Chinatown hotel features skewers cooked over Japanese binchotan charcoal. Highlights include chicken oyster skewers and brochettes of Spanish Mangalitsa pig. The meal is a delight on rare occasions due to its volume." - Eater Staff