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One of the best pizza joints in the area and it's right across the street! It's more of a sit down than a grab-n-go, but you can do take out. It's very popular so call ahead.
114 locals recommend
Motorino
510 Columbus AveOne of the best pizza joints in the area and it's right across the street! It's more of a sit down than a grab-n-go, but you can do take out. It's very popular so call ahead.
It doesn't have the best ratings on Yelp, but as a local I'm telling you it's the best place to quickly grab a cheap slice if you're short on time.
Iggy's
173 1st AvenueIt doesn't have the best ratings on Yelp, but as a local I'm telling you it's the best place to quickly grab a cheap slice if you're short on time.
My local supermarket, has everything. Some of the prices might cause sticker-shock, but for Manhattan it's not too bad and it doesn't have the insane lines of Trader Joe's. They also do free delivery!
84 3rd Ave
84 3rd AvenueMy local supermarket, has everything. Some of the prices might cause sticker-shock, but for Manhattan it's not too bad and it doesn't have the insane lines of Trader Joe's. They also do free delivery!
Great bagels. Might have a line if you go prime time on weekends (11am-2pm). Can also try Tompkins Square Bagels.
14 locals recommend
David's Bagels
273 1st Ave.Great bagels. Might have a line if you go prime time on weekends (11am-2pm). Can also try Tompkins Square Bagels.
One of my two favorite bagel spots in the East Village. Will have a long line during prime time on the weekends so go a little early (10am or earlier).
202 locals recommend
Tompkins Square Bagels
165 Avenue AOne of my two favorite bagel spots in the East Village. Will have a long line during prime time on the weekends so go a little early (10am or earlier).
I used to live down in this area, and there a few top notch coffee spots around, Happy Bones being one of them. Counter Culture coffee served.
43 locals recommend
Happy Bones
394 Broome StI used to live down in this area, and there a few top notch coffee spots around, Happy Bones being one of them. Counter Culture coffee served.
I used to live down in this area, and there a few top notch coffee spots around, Two Hands being one of them. Aussie-run.
87 locals recommend
Two Hands
164 Mott StI used to live down in this area, and there a few top notch coffee spots around, Two Hands being one of them. Aussie-run.
A mini version of Whole Foods that has great coffee. They have many different roasters, including Stumptown. It's the definition of the gentrification of Chinatown - you might walk right past it!
26 locals recommend
Nolita Mart & Espresso Bar
156 Mott StA mini version of Whole Foods that has great coffee. They have many different roasters, including Stumptown. It's the definition of the gentrification of Chinatown - you might walk right past it!
My go-to coffee spot by the apartment. They have fantastic coffee and espresso. The owner is very friendly and will tell you as little or as much as you'd like to know about the coffee.
127 locals recommend
Abraço
81 E 7th StMy go-to coffee spot by the apartment. They have fantastic coffee and espresso. The owner is very friendly and will tell you as little or as much as you'd like to know about the coffee.
Best pizza I've ever had in NYC. A bit of a trip from the apartment, but if you find yourself in north Williamsburg/Greenpoint, it is 100% worth a stop in. GET THE HOT HONEY!
352 locals recommend
Paulie Gee's
60 Greenpoint AveBest pizza I've ever had in NYC. A bit of a trip from the apartment, but if you find yourself in north Williamsburg/Greenpoint, it is 100% worth a stop in. GET THE HOT HONEY!
Higher-end market with foods from all cultures and the bottom of the High Line. Great way to start or finish a walk on the High Line.
1123 locals recommend
Chelsea Market
75 9th AveHigher-end market with foods from all cultures and the bottom of the High Line. Great way to start or finish a walk on the High Line.
Right across the street from the apartment, Luzzo's has a little of everything Italian - great pizzas, pastas and wine all for a good price. If you're looking for somewhere close by after a long day, this is it.
33 locals recommend
Luzzo's La Pizza Napoletana
15 1st Ave.Right across the street from the apartment, Luzzo's has a little of everything Italian - great pizzas, pastas and wine all for a good price. If you're looking for somewhere close by after a long day, this is it.
BEST BRISKET SANDWICHES! Forget about Katz's Deli - that place is an overrated, overpriced tourist shop. Harry & Ida's on the other hand has the best smoked meat sandwiches I've ever had. A little pricey for a sandwich ($15-20) but it's worth stopping by for a sample at the very least.
22 locals recommend
Harry & Ida's Meat and Supply Co.
BEST BRISKET SANDWICHES! Forget about Katz's Deli - that place is an overrated, overpriced tourist shop. Harry & Ida's on the other hand has the best smoked meat sandwiches I've ever had. A little pricey for a sandwich ($15-20) but it's worth stopping by for a sample at the very least.
Drinks & Nightlife
Hidden speakeasy bar on the LES. Not utterly pretentious either. I don't want to ruin the atmosphere of surprise, but there will be a bouncer standing at a gate if you walk to this location.
127 locals recommend
The Back Room
102 Norfolk StHidden speakeasy bar on the LES. Not utterly pretentious either. I don't want to ruin the atmosphere of surprise, but there will be a bouncer standing at a gate if you walk to this location.
A short walk from the apartment, the Grafton has a little outdoor space in the back. Good for some sun and a place to catch a drink before getting ready for dinner.
12 locals recommend
The Grayson
16 1st Ave.A short walk from the apartment, the Grafton has a little outdoor space in the back. Good for some sun and a place to catch a drink before getting ready for dinner.
Entertainment & Activities
This probably won't be on most guides, but there's a mini-golf course here for $5! (only open spring/summer) It's walkable from the Freedom Tower.
92 locals recommend
Pier 25 at Hudson River Park
West StreetThis probably won't be on most guides, but there's a mini-golf course here for $5! (only open spring/summer) It's walkable from the Freedom Tower.
Sightseeing
The High Line is an elevated garden walkway that stretches for about 20 blocks above 10th Avenue on the West Side. Built on reclaimed industrial railroad tracks, there are places along the walk to grab some food and beer. I'd recommend starting at the north around 34th Street and ending at the south, going to Chelsea Market or the Standard Beer Garden when you're done.
2323 locals recommend
The High Line Park
The High Line is an elevated garden walkway that stretches for about 20 blocks above 10th Avenue on the West Side. Built on reclaimed industrial railroad tracks, there are places along the walk to grab some food and beer. I'd recommend starting at the north around 34th Street and ending at the south, going to Chelsea Market or the Standard Beer Garden when you're done.
Shopping
If you want to shop, walk over to SoHo. From Broadway to West Broadway, and Houston to Canal, these 4-5 square blocks offer everything from women's fashion, to men's suits, to outdoor and sporting gear, to Apple!
14 locals recommend
Greene Street
40 Broad StIf you want to shop, walk over to SoHo. From Broadway to West Broadway, and Houston to Canal, these 4-5 square blocks offer everything from women's fashion, to men's suits, to outdoor and sporting gear, to Apple!