Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
One of my favorite spots for a nice dinner. They have an extensive wine list, delicious craft cocktails, and modern Italian fare. Try the black spaghetti with octopus!
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VINATERÍA
2211 Frederick Douglass BlvdOne of my favorite spots for a nice dinner. They have an extensive wine list, delicious craft cocktails, and modern Italian fare. Try the black spaghetti with octopus!
If you like Ethiopian dining, you'll be in heaven here. They have extensive vegetarian and vegan options, too.
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Zoma
2084 Frederick Douglass BlvdIf you like Ethiopian dining, you'll be in heaven here. They have extensive vegetarian and vegan options, too.
Vegetarians, vegans, and omnivores can all appreciate Seasoned Vegan's yummy brunch!
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Seasoned Vegan
128 St Nicholas AveVegetarians, vegans, and omnivores can all appreciate Seasoned Vegan's yummy brunch!
This is the closest restaurant to the apartment, and the family-run restaurant makes a darn good margarita (or 3...), and perfect burritos.
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Lolita's
57 Malcolm X BoulevardThis is the closest restaurant to the apartment, and the family-run restaurant makes a darn good margarita (or 3...), and perfect burritos.
The sushi here is crazy good. It's a little pricier than other sushi joints in the city, but it is delicious every single time I go.
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Nakajima At Jado Sushi
2118 Frederick Douglass BoulevardThe sushi here is crazy good. It's a little pricier than other sushi joints in the city, but it is delicious every single time I go.
Amrita's is a good place to relax for a drink in the evening, but it is one of the top brunch options nearby, and during warm weather you can sit outside on the corner of the park.
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Cafe Amrita
301 W 110th StAmrita's is a good place to relax for a drink in the evening, but it is one of the top brunch options nearby, and during warm weather you can sit outside on the corner of the park.
The quintessential Harlem burger joint, this diner has shakes, burgers, buckets of beer, and lots of outdoor seating.
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Harlem Shake
100 W 124th StThe quintessential Harlem burger joint, this diner has shakes, burgers, buckets of beer, and lots of outdoor seating.
The northern outpost of this famous bakery is just 10 minutes from the apartment. Skip the lines of the Upper West Side location and get the same gooey cookies here!
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Levain Bakery - Harlem
2167 Frederick Douglass BlvdThe northern outpost of this famous bakery is just 10 minutes from the apartment. Skip the lines of the Upper West Side location and get the same gooey cookies here!
The closest coffee shop -- if you don't want to make your own in the apartment, you're just one block from a cup of Dunkin!
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Dunkin'
7401 Tonnele AveThe closest coffee shop -- if you don't want to make your own in the apartment, you're just one block from a cup of Dunkin!
Drinks & Nightlife
No matter how busy the night is, you'll be able to grab a beer and get great service at this locally-owned sports bar.
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Harlem Tavern
2153 Frederick Douglass BlvdNo matter how busy the night is, you'll be able to grab a beer and get great service at this locally-owned sports bar.
This tiny speakeasy has delicious sliders and sweet potato fries, and the best cocktails around.
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67 Orange Street
2082 Frederick Douglass BlvdThis tiny speakeasy has delicious sliders and sweet potato fries, and the best cocktails around.
The Cecil is a gem, with a beautiful and sexy bar, and fine dining to satisfy anyone!
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The Cecil Steakhouse
210 West 118th StreetThe Cecil is a gem, with a beautiful and sexy bar, and fine dining to satisfy anyone!
This German beer-hall inspired restaurant will satisfy your hops craving for sure. For a snack (or on the side of their juicy burgers) you can't beat the truffle parmesan fries!
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Bier International
2099 Frederick Douglass BoulevardThis German beer-hall inspired restaurant will satisfy your hops craving for sure. For a snack (or on the side of their juicy burgers) you can't beat the truffle parmesan fries!
A good date spot, for fine dining, good wine, and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Barawine Harlem
200 Malcolm X BlvdA good date spot, for fine dining, good wine, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Essentials
This grocery store is across the street -- it's not fancy, but will have anything you need.
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Fine Fare Supermakets
4211 BroadwayThis grocery store is across the street -- it's not fancy, but will have anything you need.
A big grocery store with gourmet options and a selection of beers from around the world. Worth the 10 minute walk if you are looking for a rare brew or savory cheese.
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Best Market Harlem
2187 Frederick Douglass BlvdA big grocery store with gourmet options and a selection of beers from around the world. Worth the 10 minute walk if you are looking for a rare brew or savory cheese.
This wine shop has a large selection and knowledgeable staff to help you find the right bottle. They keep a chilled bottle of each white on hand, so you can pick up something ready to drink.
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The Winery NYC
257 W 116th StThis wine shop has a large selection and knowledgeable staff to help you find the right bottle. They keep a chilled bottle of each white on hand, so you can pick up something ready to drink.
Everything Else
A large and scenic park, 10 minutes from the apartment. There's a measured running track if you are looking to put in a few laps.
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Friends of Morningside Park
14 Morningside AveA large and scenic park, 10 minutes from the apartment. There's a measured running track if you are looking to put in a few laps.
The West Side Highway is nearby, and offers a unique scenic route along the coast of Manhattan. It's a good option if you want to take a long run away from traffic.
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West Side Hwy
West Side HighwayThe West Side Highway is nearby, and offers a unique scenic route along the coast of Manhattan. It's a good option if you want to take a long run away from traffic.
This pond is the closest section of Central Park to the apartment, and is almost exactly 1 mile around (for other runners...).
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Harlem Meer
199 Central Park NThis pond is the closest section of Central Park to the apartment, and is almost exactly 1 mile around (for other runners...).
In the winter Lasker rink hosts hockey league games, and has a rink for more casual skating. You can rent skates and lockers on site. In the summer, it's a public pool.
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Lasker Rink
110 Lenox AveIn the winter Lasker rink hosts hockey league games, and has a rink for more casual skating. You can rent skates and lockers on site. In the summer, it's a public pool.
Columbia's campus is nearby, either a short bus ride or 10 minute walk to the West.
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Columbia University
116th and BroadwayColumbia's campus is nearby, either a short bus ride or 10 minute walk to the West.
The Conservatory Garden can be accessed on Central Park West, or further north, from inside the park near the Meer. It's a quiet spot for reflection.
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Iqabunga le-Conservatory
1233 5th AveThe Conservatory Garden can be accessed on Central Park West, or further north, from inside the park near the Meer. It's a quiet spot for reflection.
Sightseeing
The Met! What more needs to be said??
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I-Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 5th AveThe Met! What more needs to be said??
My favorite museum -- you are never too old for dinosaur exhibits.
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Iziko Lomuzi wezolimo laseMarekhiya
200 Central Park WestMy favorite museum -- you are never too old for dinosaur exhibits.
I-Guggenheim Museum kaSolomon R.
1071 5th AveThis is an underrated gem. The museum is small, but exhibits are worth a visit.
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I-Museum of the City of New York
1220 5th AveThis is an underrated gem. The museum is small, but exhibits are worth a visit.