Guidebook for Manhattan
Food Scene
Corner Bistro
331 West 4th StreetBest late night burgers in the world!
Quintessential New York greasy, yummy diner - a MUST eat (cash only!)
21 locals recommend
La Bonbonniere
28 8th AveQuintessential New York greasy, yummy diner - a MUST eat (cash only!)
The place to get coffee, read, write... anything! Off the beaten path!
44 locals recommend
Grounded Organic Coffee & Tea House
The place to get coffee, read, write... anything! Off the beaten path!
Tea & Sympathy
108 Greenwich AveAuthentic British Tea!
Cafe Cluny
284 W 12th StAlways great for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
Great place to grab a French press in the morning or a bottle of wine at night!
31 locals recommend
Cafe Minerva
302 West 4th StreetGreat place to grab a French press in the morning or a bottle of wine at night!
Tartine
253 W 11th StBYOB French Cuisine!
The Darby
244 W 14th StDinner cabaret and exclusive club downstairs!
Tortilla Flats
767 Washington StreetMexican chaos - great outdoor seating. Best queso dip around.
Cafe Gitane
113 Jane StreetGood brunch off the beaten trail
Fun themed restaurant great for a good ole Americana time! My favorite thing on the menu - Corndogs...
24 locals recommend
Cowgirl
519 Hudson StFun themed restaurant great for a good ole Americana time! My favorite thing on the menu - Corndogs...
Drinks & Nightlife
Art Bar
52 8th AveLocal bar with a very chill back room!
Closest bar... a world famous lesbian joint - staff isn't nice but the drinks are cheap!
21 locals recommend
Cubby Hole
281 W 12th StClosest bar... a world famous lesbian joint - staff isn't nice but the drinks are cheap!
One of the oldest bars in Manhattan! Dylan Thomas once frequented
58 locals recommend
White Horse Tavern
567 Hudson StreetOne of the oldest bars in Manhattan! Dylan Thomas once frequented
The only place I used to go out. Where the Titanic survivors stayed.
12 locals recommend
The Jane Ballroom
113 Jane StThe only place I used to go out. Where the Titanic survivors stayed.
The Otheroom
143 Perry StLow key wine bar
Le Bain
848 Washington St21st Century New York rooftop bar
Johnny's Bar
90 Greenwich AvenueHole in the wall bar - nice to sit in the window and people watch!
Essentials
Associated Supermarkets
216 5th AveCheap groceries! Good for essentials
Abingdon Square Market Inc
West 12th StreetYour 24/7 destination for late night anything!
Everything Else
Equinox Greenwich Avenue
97 Greenwich AvePool downstairs!
Manley's Wines & Spirits
35 8th AveBest wine store around!
Sightseeing
People flock there for the cupcakes, but I'm all about cake by the slice. Try the ice box or banana chocolate!
401 locals recommend
Magnolia Bakery
401 Bleecker StPeople flock there for the cupcakes, but I'm all about cake by the slice. Try the ice box or banana chocolate!
Abingdon Square
Abingdon SquareGreat spot to read the paper!
Beautifully landscaped river walk that runs the entire West side! Bring a picnic!
155 locals recommend
Hudson River Park
Beautifully landscaped river walk that runs the entire West side! Bring a picnic!
Commerce Street
Commerce StreetIn your West Village walking tour a loop around Commerce alley is a must!
Shopping
Bond No. 9
399 Bleecker StBest scents in NYC
Great finds if you frequent! Small store, but always something curious to look at!
55 locals recommend
Housing Works Thrift Shops
266 5th AveGreat finds if you frequent! Small store, but always something curious to look at!
The best magazine shop and news place maybe in the city. Great corner location - perfect spot to pick up a niche magazine!
22 8th Ave
22 8th AvenueThe best magazine shop and news place maybe in the city. Great corner location - perfect spot to pick up a niche magazine!