Stephanie & Richard
Things To Do
Grand Banks
Grand Banks is a lovely boat situated on the Hudson River. They offer refreshing cocktails, delicious seafood, views of the Freedom Tower, and happens to be where we had our first date! We recommend making a reservation beforehand.
Goodnight Sonny
Goodnight Sonny is a very special place to us. It's where we first met & got engaged! Goodnight Sonny is a hip and relaxed bar in the East Village of Manhattan.
Classic Harbor Line
Classic Harbor Line offers a variety of boat tours around New York. This is one of our favorite things to do during the warm weather months. To see views of the Statue of Liberty, we recommend sailing on the Schooner Adirondack or Schooner American 2.0. If you're interested in a more enclosed boat, we recommend the jazz cruise on the Yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II. Most cruises leave from Chelsea Piers and offer complimentary drinks.
The Campbell Bar
Classic cocktails & light fare in the ornate Grand Central offices of a 1920's mogul. Right around the block from our wedding hotel.
Yankees Baseball Game
Nothing says New York in the summer like going to a Yankees Game! Visit the website for tickets and scheduling. The stadium is easy to get to by subway. See here for transportation information: https://www.mlb.com/yankees/ballpark/information/mass-transit-info
Long Beach
Looking for a quick trip outside the city? Long Beach is a great way to spend a hot summers day. It also happens to be the place where “we knew we had found the one.” Take the Long Island Rail Road from Penn Station to Long Beach, it will be about an hour trip one-way. There are a couple spots for an All American bite on the boardwalk. Be sure to bring some cash to access the beach.
Comedy Cellar
Looking for a laugh? Check out Comedy Cellar. If you're lucky a celebrity will be on the line up. Be sure to book tickets in advance.
The Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club
Royal Palms is a fun spot to play shuffleboard and grab a drink with a group! Pig Beach BBQ and Ample Hills Ice Cream is around the block for a bite.
Neighborhoods we Love!
We loved walking around SoHo, NoHo, and the West Village during the weekends. For the best shops and restaurants, this is the go-to spot. Looking for a bit of nature? Nowhere is more iconic than Central Park. Love the water? Check out Battery Park City & TriBeCa. You'll spot lots of runners, buzzing restaurants, and you'll be steps away from the Freedom Tower.
Workouts we Love!
Its not for everyone when they're on vacation, but fitness is something we’ve had in common from the very beginning! If you’re looking to get a sweat in during your time in NYC, our favorites are SoulCycle for spinning, Rumble for boxing, and Y7 for yoga. High intensity, bumping beats, and lots of fun.
Museums we Love!
For the art buffs, you'll be able to experience a variety of different museums during your stay in NYC. Here are some of our favorites: The Whitney and MoMa for modern art. The Met is the most iconic and has art ranging from Renaissance to Egyptian. The Frick Collection and Neue Galerie have smaller, more boutique collections set in New York style townhomes.
Restaurants We Love!
LOLA TAVERNA: Amazing Greek food! We recommend the spanakopita spring rolls & chicken gyro buns. THE MARY LANE: Seasonal American neighborhood restaurant. LITTLE WAYS: 70’s interiors, serving American fare. We recommend the Harry Styles cocktail! LURE FISH BAR: Seafood & sushi, designed to look like the inside of a ship. WAYAN: French-Indonesian fare. Some dining experiences allow you grill your food. CANARY CLUB: New Orleans style fare. Reserve a table downstairs for live music. MCSORLEY’S and PETE'S TAVERN: Two of the oldest bars in NYC. MALIBU FARM: California style fare with indoor/outdoor seating on the water. Great for lunch! DANTE: Great for a drinks or dinner. ABC KITCHEN: Chic, organic, American eatery. SANT AMBROEUS: Great for a coffee, gelato, or Italian meal. OCEANS: Chic restaurant serving seafood and sushi. There are multiple locations. THE SMITH: American eats. If you’re a sweets person, check out: VAN LEEWAN (ice cream), CAFE PANNA (gelato), and LEVAIN (cookies)