Awesome fresh Thai food. You can't beat the quality and price. The place is a little small but it works, we had seating and a minimal wait for food.Can't go wrong with the tofu laab or the Pad Thai
Great new Thai restaurant in the neighborhood. Try the many varieties of Papaya Salad (Somtum) - the original is my favorite!
The best soup dumplings in the city! Amazingly never too crowded, and spacious for Chinatown.
If you're looking for great french pastries, don't miss this staggeringly good bakery from Dominique Ansel, former pastry chef at Daniel.
The nation's first pizzeria doesn't accept reservations, but their wood-oven pies are worth the wait.
The legendary Jewish "appetizing" store—selling smoked salmon, herring, and bagels with a schmear—recently added caviar, a nod to the neighborhood's increasing gentrification.
Great place for something sweet after a show at Webster Hall. Can't get into Le Bain? that's ok, the Salty Pimp is far more enjoyable. Don't be discouraged by long lines...they move quickly!
Newly opened cinema with healthy snack options and a restaurant and bar upstairs. Very eclectic selection of films, and very few showings.
Wood tables and good lighting make this is the best Spot location. The one in Ktown feels like a rowdy cafeteria.
One of the world's finest works of architecture, designed by engineers. Crossing it on foot is one of the great urban experiences.
have one of your member friends invite you. then say, "see you on the rooftop." they'll say, "come to the libr"––"i'll see you upstairs". bring sunglasses, they help with...well, you'll figure it out
Depressing little grassless "park," best known as launch site of Occupy Wall Street, becomes bearable in December owing to sparking holiday lights.
At 870 feet tall, New York by Gehry is the tallest residential tower in the Western Hemisphere and a singular addition to the iconic Manhattan skyline. En savoir plus .
On the north end of the park, you’ll see a row of elegant late-19th-century town houses and Washington Square Arch, patterned after the Arc de Triomphe in Paris
Completed in 1913, this was the world’s tallest skyscraper until 1930, when it was surpassed in height by the Chrysler Building, also in New York City.
Only Louis Sullivan building in New York City; one of the first steel skeleton skyscrapers
Bit of Queens in Tribeca. Eggs rancheros pack a real punch! Hash browns are cooked through, English muffin toasted and buttered to perfection. Squeaky-clean, friendly, solid NY diner.
Love this addition to the neighborhood! Small, but awesome space (with a library of books you can take for your visit). Great iced mocha, and baked goods from Dough. Highly recommend
Place is absolutely delicious. Fresh imported meats and cheeses and thick, crusty hero's fresh from BK every morning. No brainer
Spanning the entire length of Battery Park City, the Esplanade with breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Hudson River is the ideal place to jog or take a sunset stroll.
A cozy French cafe with chocolate chip cookies and a great Toby's Estate cappuccino. If you're hungry, get their toast with garlic scramble eggs. Free wifi, mamannyc is the password.
There are no publicly available restrooms in the lobby or anywhere (probably to prevent WTC tourists from overrunning them). If nature calls, use the overcrowded Starbucks around the corner.
New. Menu includes a line-up of raw, vegan breakfast items, salads, desserts, & some surprisingly hearty entrees, like the East Meets West Burger (Menu - http://goo.gl/Qoz1r | grab-go-raw-food-juice) En savoir plus .
Intelligentsia coffee, served on pourover or as espresso, along with Balthazar and Ceci-Cela pastries and big ol' salads.
Hummus & pita co is the perfect new neighborhood falafel restaurant, friendly staff n nice place for dinner
Danny Meyer's restaurant, with Floyd Cardoz (formerly of Tabla) in the kitchen, has single-handedly brought fine dining to Battery Park City.
This Australian shop serves up probably the highest quality espresso and brewed coffee drinks in the neighborhood.
Don't be surpised if there's a line at this TriBeCa café. Free wifi with purchase makes it a good place to relax while you sip on your brew.
Some of the freshest, most delicious food near City Hall. Try the homemade tofu or tuna tataki salads, Midori juice and one of the unusual macarons - like goma or matcha.
Go to St Marks and look around at all the awesome stores - visit Trash and Vaudeville and meet the awesome people who work there. Needless to say, they rock my socks. :D
Construction on the Manhattan Bridge began in 1896. At the time, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world!
Located down a narrow red staircase at the end of Mott Street, Wo Hop has served all-hours Cantonese fare since 1938 and is one of the city's great pilgrimage sites for late-night revelers. En savoir plus .
More than you'd pay at a typical mani-pedi shop, but the quality is infinitely better. Great luxe pedi, complete with hot stone massage. Free wifi: password is "tenoverten."
Believed to be the largest existing collection of late 19th-century cast iron facades in the world
Check the AIA New York calendar of events & come listen to some of the greatest architects in the world give talks and moderated lectures. En savoir plus .
Best views of the city but hold onto your skirt and be warned that the circular lounge chairs are waterbeds (aka not too stable)
The winter is going to be awesome as they plan to leave blankets on the rooftop & also cover the entire roof this year so it's not chilly & you can enjoy the incredible 360 Degree view from the Roof.
Sunday Brunch for the Meatpacking crowd. A nice way to start a weekend walk up the adjacent High Line park.
The park gets its name from the series of artillery batteries built along the area’s waterfront for protection, starting in the later part of the 17th century.
The 7,000-pound Wall Street Bull was created in optimistic response to the 1987 stock market crash and dropped in front of the New York Stock Exchange overnight in 1989. http://tmout.us/knzkC
In the footsteps of the original Twin Towers lie two reflecting pools where visitors can pay their respects and see the bronze inscribed names of those who lost their lives.
Entering pedestal or the statue requires different access level tickets. “Crown” tickets (providing access to statue) sell out weeks in advance. “Pedestal” tickets are easier to get.
Students, locals and celebs all love this classic Ukrainian spot. Some of the city's best banana pancakes, kasha with gravy, matzo ball soup, pierogis and a great cheeseburger. [Eater 38 Member] En savoir plus .
...enjoy great views of East River, Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn Heights. Plenty of Dining, Entertainment and Shopping nearby! En savoir plus .
Best viewed at sunset, walking up Broadway from Wall Street. Designed 1907 by McKim, Mead and White, 1st building to include NYC subway station in its base. Its majesty belies its pedestrian uses.
I'm obsessed with this indoor stall market. You can get fresh produce, fresh fish, fresh meats & cheeses in addition to flowers & coffee. And there's even a small bar at the end! So perfect.
Don't come here if you're on a diet. If you do come here while on a diet, be prepared to question your motives on what makes you happy in life.
We feel this is the best vegetarian dim sum in the city. For those who don't eat meat, this is a must to go to. Try the treasure balls.
Great fresh pasta with uncommonly reasonable portion sizes. Be prepared for a wait though.
Way down in Chinatown, but probably our favorite spot for lunch. Youcan get the vegetarian option with tofu if you ask nicely, or just gofor the meatballs.
Always good ambience and cool crowds. Great for friends to hangout and get a drink(try their own brew). Try their vegan cesaer if you like kale
Now that Oro is gone, Two Hands is my go-to for early morning breakfast. Get the eggs and spinach. I also really am a fan of their espressos...feels so smooth.
The closest you'll get to Melbourne in NYC. They fly their beans over from Melb! Head to the cozy back and let the coffee magic begin.
note to future self, for serious business meetings: remember everything here is embarrassingly gigantic.
If you can snag a table on the balcony, do it. Just walk up one of the staircases.
I debated leaving a tip for this place because it's really just that great. This is the kind of place you want to keep a secret. Awesome little italian/spanish cafe with great food and great prices.
get the burrata. the giant ball of goat cheese and tomatoes on the side will make you want to keep eating forever. peroni on the side. an afternoon snack.
Tyler Florence reveals his favorite on a stick, Mexican Grilled Corn, dusted with chili powder, lime and cotija cheese, at Cafe Habana on The Best Thing I Ever Ate. Find more tips at FN Local. En savoir plus .
If you are a uni fans, you should get cold uni udon/soba in the summer and hot tempera udon/soba in winter. I like to eat in this place. Udon and soba are handmade. Soba/udon very chewy.
Hip udon place. Authentic, with a laid-back vibe. The kakiage here was generously portioned and wonderfully crispy. Cash-only.
Great view to run and let the sunset sink in. Be sure to catch it during the warmer months
"The falafel sandwich is so good here. The only problem is that I never know which flavor to get, so I get one green (herb) and one harissa." - Chef Albert Di Meglio En savoir plus .
"I guess the argument over who has the best slice in the city is never-ending, but for right now, I vote Bleecker Street's pizza." - Chef Daniel Holzman En savoir plus .
"The square slice has a slightly sweet sauce that is the perfect complement to the melted mozzarella cheese, and its lightly pan-fried bottom crust speaks to my soul." - Chef Jim Botsacos En savoir plus .
"The buckwheat noodles at mini Chinese chain Xi'an Famous Foods are spicy and refreshing and laced with cilantro and Sichuan peppercorns." - Chef Sara Jenkins En savoir plus .
Didn't realize this was a vegan cafe! Lots of colorful lattes. Recommend the matcha and oat milk but there's Blue algae, charcoal, turmeric...
Although owner Angelo Bianchi says he does not give special reservations to his cohorts, it’s not unusual to find DJs, artists, and designers dipping into his thin crusts on any given night.
A beautiful decommissioned subway stop sits below the park. See it on a tour with the Transit Museum or stay on the 6 train after Brooklyn Bridge station. Find out more: En savoir plus .
This veggie spot makes every top 5 list of vegetarian restaurants. Your non-vegetarian friends will enjoy the Roti Canai or the Chicken Parmesan which comes with either melted dairy or vegan cheese.
100% vegan French restaurant offering a range of authentic french dishes, along with savory crepes (galettes) & vegan sweet crepes, located in the heart of the West Village.
The Oreo cake and cheesecake are sinfully good. Dense and delicious, just the way I like it.
Some of my favorite vegan food in New York. The tacos are my favorite so far.
Check out this brand new vegetarian restaurant which includes items like cacio e pepe, shiitake mushrooms, and wood-roasted broccoli rabe with cheese and Calabrian chiles. Healthy and delicious. En savoir plus .
