Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
Posh chain serving American fare, including brunch & dessert. Some offer dinner & cocktails.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarSarabeth's Upper West Side
423 Amsterdam Ave28
lokalinvånare rekommenderarPosh chain serving American fare, including brunch & dessert. Some offer dinner & cocktails.
$$ out of 4 - A lively crowd flirts over small plates & wine at this rustic-looking spot with a back garden.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarUva
1486 2nd Avenue91
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - A lively crowd flirts over small plates & wine at this rustic-looking spot with a back garden.
$$$ out of 4 - Huge, lavishly decorated restaurant offering a menu of Asian dishes & cocktails.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarBuddakan
75 9th Avenue63
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$$ out of 4 - Huge, lavishly decorated restaurant offering a menu of Asian dishes & cocktails.
$$$ out of 4 - This enormous, clublike Pan-Asian eatery is known for a giant Buddha centerpiece & beautiful crowd.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarTAO Uptown
42 East 58th Street35
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$$ out of 4 - This enormous, clublike Pan-Asian eatery is known for a giant Buddha centerpiece & beautiful crowd.
$$ out of 4 - Danny Meyer's BBQ joint offers a deep beer & bourbon list plus a basement live jazz venue.
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Blue Smoke Flatiron
116 East 27th Street17
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Danny Meyer's BBQ joint offers a deep beer & bourbon list plus a basement live jazz venue.
$$ out of 4 - Nuevo Latino food, including a festive brunch, served in a colorful space in the Excelsior Hotel.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarCalle Ocho
45 West 81st Street30
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Nuevo Latino food, including a festive brunch, served in a colorful space in the Excelsior Hotel.
$$ out of 4 - Cheerful, rustic decor matches the down-home & reasonably priced Greek cuisine.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarKefi
222 Columbus Avenue24
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Cheerful, rustic decor matches the down-home & reasonably priced Greek cuisine.
$$ out of 4 - Casual American dining with scenic views, open May to mid-October in Riverside Park South.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarPIER i CAFE
500 West 70th Street45
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Casual American dining with scenic views, open May to mid-October in Riverside Park South.
$$ out of 4 - Rustic, eco-chic wine bar offering French vintages, cheese, charcuterie, small plates & brunch fare.
Le Pif NYC
2058 Broadway$$ out of 4 - Rustic, eco-chic wine bar offering French vintages, cheese, charcuterie, small plates & brunch fare.
$$ out of 4 - Sophisticated yet casual wine bar with a large selection of bottles & tapas-style Italian bites.
Lilly's Cocktail and Wine
50 West 72nd Street$$ out of 4 - Sophisticated yet casual wine bar with a large selection of bottles & tapas-style Italian bites.
$$$ out of 4 - This discreet trattoria serves traditional & inventive Italian dishes amid rustic decor.
Spiga to Go
57 W 84th St$$$ out of 4 - This discreet trattoria serves traditional & inventive Italian dishes amid rustic decor.
$$$ out of 4 - French comfort food & a Parisian vibe have been drawing A-list types here since 1983.
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Cafe Luxembourg
200 W 70th St24
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$$ out of 4 - French comfort food & a Parisian vibe have been drawing A-list types here since 1983.
$$$ out of 4 - American cooking, a raw bar & creative cocktails offered in polished surrounds with retro touches.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe Ribbon
20 W 72nd St9
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$$ out of 4 - American cooking, a raw bar & creative cocktails offered in polished surrounds with retro touches.
$$$ out of 4 - A well-heeled crowd enjoys updated Southern Italian fare in a space decorated with historic murals.
The Leopard at des Artistes
1 West 67th Street$$$ out of 4 - A well-heeled crowd enjoys updated Southern Italian fare in a space decorated with historic murals.
$$$ out of 4 - Classic French bistro from the 1980s serves traditional fare in quaint surroundings.
La Mirabelle
$$$ out of 4 - Classic French bistro from the 1980s serves traditional fare in quaint surroundings.
Refined Mediterranean dining via chef Daniel Boulud with convenience to Lincoln Center.
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Boulud Sud
20 W 64th St16
lokalinvånare rekommenderarRefined Mediterranean dining via chef Daniel Boulud with convenience to Lincoln Center.
$$$ out of 4 - This stylish sushi specialist serves traditional & inventive Japanese fare amid eye-catching decor.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarMomoya
427 Amsterdam Avenue11
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$$ out of 4 - This stylish sushi specialist serves traditional & inventive Japanese fare amid eye-catching decor.
$$ out of 4 - Large restaurant with romantic lighting serving American fare with subtle Italian influences.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe Milling Room
446 Columbus Avenue8
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Large restaurant with romantic lighting serving American fare with subtle Italian influences.
$$$ out of 4 - Venetian-inspired appetizers & hand-crafted pastas in the New-York Historical Society's airy cafe.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarCaffè Storico
170 Central Park West9
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$$ out of 4 - Venetian-inspired appetizers & hand-crafted pastas in the New-York Historical Society's airy cafe.
$$ out of 4 - Great place Candlelit wine bar offering a Mediterranean-style menu & a vino list focused on small labels.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe Tangled Vine
434 Amsterdam Avenue7
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Great place Candlelit wine bar offering a Mediterranean-style menu & a vino list focused on small labels.
$$ out of 4 - Snug bakery featuring quirky, not-so-simple desserts from celeb chef David Chang.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarMilk Bar Upper West Side
561 Columbus Avenue21
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Snug bakery featuring quirky, not-so-simple desserts from celeb chef David Chang.
Fresh breads, cookies & other baked treats at this tiny shop that donates unsold goods to charity.
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Levain Bakery - 74th Street
167 W 74th St144
lokalinvånare rekommenderarFresh breads, cookies & other baked treats at this tiny shop that donates unsold goods to charity.
Casual outdoor cafe overlooking the Hudson River, with burgers, beer & sandwiches. No reservations.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarBoat Basin Cafe
West 79th Street103
lokalinvånare rekommenderarCasual outdoor cafe overlooking the Hudson River, with burgers, beer & sandwiches. No reservations.
Essentials
Iconic store known for smoked fish, plus a huge variety of gourmet goods, prepared foods & cookware.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarZabar's
2245 Broadway94
lokalinvånare rekommenderarIconic store known for smoked fish, plus a huge variety of gourmet goods, prepared foods & cookware.
I have been coming to this farmers market every weekend since I moved to the UWS. It's great to be able to get outside and see local food at a convenient location and great price.
79th Street Greenmarket
I have been coming to this farmers market every weekend since I moved to the UWS. It's great to be able to get outside and see local food at a convenient location and great price.
Sightseeing
You can rent a rowboat for $15 and enjoy the sights while in the Central park Lake. There is also a restaurant Called The Boathouse you can sit and eat with Lake views. Quite nice
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe Loeb Boathouse
East 72nd Street114
lokalinvånare rekommenderarYou can rent a rowboat for $15 and enjoy the sights while in the Central park Lake. There is also a restaurant Called The Boathouse you can sit and eat with Lake views. Quite nice
One of the most filmed and recognizable locations in all of New York City, Bethesda Terrace is often referred to as the heart of Central Park. Located at the north end of the Mall, Bethesda Terrace wa
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarBethesda Terrace
72 Terrace Drive7
lokalinvånare rekommenderarOne of the most filmed and recognizable locations in all of New York City, Bethesda Terrace is often referred to as the heart of Central Park. Located at the north end of the Mall, Bethesda Terrace wa
The castle (located near the middle of the park at 79th Street) sits atop Vista Rock—the second-highest natural elevation inside the park—and provides unparalleled views of the aforementioned location
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarBelvedere Castle
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe castle (located near the middle of the park at 79th Street) sits atop Vista Rock—the second-highest natural elevation inside the park—and provides unparalleled views of the aforementioned location
Arts & Culture
One of the largest Art collections in the world. Admission is "Recommended" $24. However, you do not have to pay anything. You can donate 1 or 2 dollars & allowed to enter. Wonderful experience.
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 5th Ave949
lokalinvånare rekommenderarOne of the largest Art collections in the world. Admission is "Recommended" $24. However, you do not have to pay anything. You can donate 1 or 2 dollars & allowed to enter. Wonderful experience.
Home of The Metropolitan Opera, The New York City Ballet, The New York Philharmonic Orchestra and several other resident performing arts companies.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarLincoln Center for the Performing Arts
10 Lincoln Center Plaza297
lokalinvånare rekommenderarHome of The Metropolitan Opera, The New York City Ballet, The New York Philharmonic Orchestra and several other resident performing arts companies.
Drinks & Nightlife
Underground lounge where dark nooks & a waterfall lend a romantic, intimate vibe.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarShalel Lounge
65 West 70th Street21
lokalinvånare rekommenderarUnderground lounge where dark nooks & a waterfall lend a romantic, intimate vibe.
$$ out of 4 - Upscale, intimate jazz club in Lincoln Center serving Southern-accented fare & themed cocktails
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarDizzy's Club
10 Columbus Circle22
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Upscale, intimate jazz club in Lincoln Center serving Southern-accented fare & themed cocktails
$$ out of 4 - Jazz joint where admission's free, the food's Meditteranean & the talent includes veteran acts.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarCleopatra's Needle
2485 Broadway20
lokalinvånare rekommenderar$$ out of 4 - Jazz joint where admission's free, the food's Meditteranean & the talent includes veteran acts.
Entertainment & Activities
The Central Park Zoo is a small 6.5-acre zoo located in Central Park in New York City. It is part of an integrated system of four zoos and the New York Aquarium
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarCentral Park Zoo
East 64th Street130
lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe Central Park Zoo is a small 6.5-acre zoo located in Central Park in New York City. It is part of an integrated system of four zoos and the New York Aquarium
is a vintage carousel located in Central Park in Manhattan, New York City, at the southern end of the park, near East 65th Street.
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Central Park
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Officially known as Trump Rink in Central Park (it's owned by the Donald), in the summer it's transformed into the Victorian Gardens amusement park, which houses rides and other entertainment for fami
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarWollman Rink
830 5th Ave12
lokalinvånare rekommenderarOfficially known as Trump Rink in Central Park (it's owned by the Donald), in the summer it's transformed into the Victorian Gardens amusement park, which houses rides and other entertainment for fami