Cliché, we know, but there is something so special about Grand Central. It is definitely touristy, but it has some great people watching. It’s also special to us because we would often take the train from Fordham to Grand Central with friends or on dates.
Great area to walk around and people watch! We had one of our early dates here, and it ended up being where Emily proposed in June 2024. Lots of great shopping and restaurants around Dumbo. If the weather's nice, walk across the Brooklyn Bridge!
Smorgasburg is an amazing outdoor food market with tons of vendors. Definitely recommend walking around and grabbing a bite.
Locally curated flea market! Locations in Williamsburg and Chelsea.
Great views from the Arlo rooftop-they also have an old water tower turned bar!
Great food, great drinks, great vibes.
Best pizza in Williamsburg!
Our favorite bagel spot!
Williamsburg and East Village. Pierogies to die for!
Incredible Japanese restaurant!
Honky-tonk-themed dive bar. For our Texas people, they serve Lone Star!
Our first date spot (when Meg was a vegetarian)! Emily eventually helped changed that with Texas BBQ.
Great brunch if you're exploring in Soho. Keep your eyes peeled for celebs… Allegedly, this is Beyoncé's favorite spot in NYC.
Our favorite East Village bar (not a restaurant, but still worth a visit). Say hi to Nadia or Alex for us!