Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
Winner of the 2014 Readers' Choice Food & Drink Awards and also a personal favorite of mine
10 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Pearl & Ash
Winner of the 2014 Readers' Choice Food & Drink Awards and also a personal favorite of mine
An interesting diversion from the typical Thai restaurants in NYC, Unlce Boons has a great vibe and unique menu. Also a winner of the 2014 Readers' Choice Food & Drink Awards.
68 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Uncle Boons
186 Mott StAn interesting diversion from the typical Thai restaurants in NYC, Unlce Boons has a great vibe and unique menu. Also a winner of the 2014 Readers' Choice Food & Drink Awards.
PUBLIC
210 Elizabeth StreetMichelin-starred restaurant with amazing cocktails
I've not yet been here but I've heard amazing things about it. Another Michelin-starred restaurant less than a 5 minute walk from the apartment.
20 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Torrisi
250 Mulberry StI've not yet been here but I've heard amazing things about it. Another Michelin-starred restaurant less than a 5 minute walk from the apartment.
This New Zealand-inspired menu restaurant is the youngest NYC restaurant to ever receive a Michelin star (after having been open just 4 months).
23 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
The Musket Room
265 Elizabeth StThis New Zealand-inspired menu restaurant is the youngest NYC restaurant to ever receive a Michelin star (after having been open just 4 months).
Balthazar is a French bistro iconic to this area. Even if you don't make it for a full meal, it's worth going to their bakery for a fresh pastry and a coffee.
274 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Balthazar
80 Spring StBalthazar is a French bistro iconic to this area. Even if you don't make it for a full meal, it's worth going to their bakery for a fresh pastry and a coffee.
Headed by Eric & Bruce Bromberg, Blue Ribbon has made quite an impression on NYC. Each restaurant has a different focus, all of which are not only delicious but also within walking distance of the apt
118 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Blue Ribbon Brasserie
97 Sullivan StHeaded by Eric & Bruce Bromberg, Blue Ribbon has made quite an impression on NYC. Each restaurant has a different focus, all of which are not only delicious but also within walking distance of the apt
Headed by Eric & Bruce Bromberg, Blue Ribbon has made quite an impression on NYC. Each restaurant has a different focus, all of which are not only delicious but also within walking distance of the apt
39 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken
28 E 1st StHeaded by Eric & Bruce Bromberg, Blue Ribbon has made quite an impression on NYC. Each restaurant has a different focus, all of which are not only delicious but also within walking distance of the apt
Drinks & Nightlife
Rustic, cozy (but spacious) vibe, Freemans has amazing cocktails and a rotating food menu that never disappoints. The bartenders are also very friendly if you decide to sit at the bar.
199 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Freemans
Freeman AlleyRustic, cozy (but spacious) vibe, Freemans has amazing cocktails and a rotating food menu that never disappoints. The bartenders are also very friendly if you decide to sit at the bar.
Casual, low-key German bar/restaurant. In the summer they've got a lovely patio, in the winter they serve up some delicious mulled wine- so it's a great place all year round.
36 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Loreley Beer Garden
7 Rivington StCasual, low-key German bar/restaurant. In the summer they've got a lovely patio, in the winter they serve up some delicious mulled wine- so it's a great place all year round.
Not only do they have delicious, reasonably priced brunch (and outdoor seating weather permitting), but their basement also hosts underground intimate dance parties on the weekends.
10 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
BL Burger Bar
20 Prince StreetNot only do they have delicious, reasonably priced brunch (and outdoor seating weather permitting), but their basement also hosts underground intimate dance parties on the weekends.
3 levels of dancing on the wknds, all with a fun, distinct style. The rooftop is great in summer (butI believe is open and heated throughout at least part of winter.) They also offer dinner and brunch
135 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Hotel Chantelle
92 Ludlow St3 levels of dancing on the wknds, all with a fun, distinct style. The rooftop is great in summer (butI believe is open and heated throughout at least part of winter.) They also offer dinner and brunch
Headed by Eric & Bruce Bromberg, Blue Ribbon has made quite an impression on NYC. Each restaurant has a different focus, all of which are not only delicious but also within walking distance of the apt
118 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Blue Ribbon Brasserie
97 Sullivan StHeaded by Eric & Bruce Bromberg, Blue Ribbon has made quite an impression on NYC. Each restaurant has a different focus, all of which are not only delicious but also within walking distance of the apt
Everything Else
A fun, intimate place to catch a concert; a lot of indie bands play here.
135 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
The Bowery Ballroom
6 Delancey StA fun, intimate place to catch a concert; a lot of indie bands play here.
The ever-changing exhibitions never fail to disappoint, and its close proximity and intimate vibe make give this museum a more personal vibe than some of the other options further uptown.
629 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
I-Museum ye-Art ye-Contemporary ye-New
235 BoweryThe ever-changing exhibitions never fail to disappoint, and its close proximity and intimate vibe make give this museum a more personal vibe than some of the other options further uptown.
Not only is this a museum, but it also offers free walking tours, rich in the history of lower NYC. My parents went when they were in town 2 years ago and my mom Still talks about how great it was.
603 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Tenement Museum
103 Orchard StNot only is this a museum, but it also offers free walking tours, rich in the history of lower NYC. My parents went when they were in town 2 years ago and my mom Still talks about how great it was.
The best thing in recent history to come out of Canada, this store has a wide range of styles and if you can catch them during one of their sales, you can find some great deals.
8 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Aritzia
524 BroadwayThe best thing in recent history to come out of Canada, this store has a wide range of styles and if you can catch them during one of their sales, you can find some great deals.
There are other places to buy groceries closer to the apt, but for those that prefer the Non-NYC experience (aka multiple options and space to move), Whole Foods is less than 5 blocks away.
1895 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Whole Foods Market
95 E Houston StThere are other places to buy groceries closer to the apt, but for those that prefer the Non-NYC experience (aka multiple options and space to move), Whole Foods is less than 5 blocks away.
Friendly, knowledgeable staff with a wonderful selection of wines, including plenty of delicious options for under $12. They also now carry a small selection of spirits. I seriously love this place.
22 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Wine Therapy
171 Elizabeth StFriendly, knowledgeable staff with a wonderful selection of wines, including plenty of delicious options for under $12. They also now carry a small selection of spirits. I seriously love this place.
The closest laundromat to the apartment (less than 1 block away) in case you want to pack extra light (hrs: 8am-8pm [last load 6:30pm]) they also offer drop-off laundering services and dry-cleaning.
Long Giang Dang Laundromat
168 Elizabeth StThe closest laundromat to the apartment (less than 1 block away) in case you want to pack extra light (hrs: 8am-8pm [last load 6:30pm]) they also offer drop-off laundering services and dry-cleaning.