We went here on our first date. Needless to say it worked its magic. Reserve a lane ahead, and get ready to watch some early 2000s MTV music videos
Opened in May 2021, Little Island is an artificial island that has just popped up on the Hudson River. Come here to experience nature and art, or to just relax in the sun
If beer, sausages, and large pretzels speak to you, this is the place for you. The Standard Biergarten is a hidden, bustling gem that truly makes you feel like you are transported to Germany. And there’s games, too!
Located in the heart of Meatpacking, Chelsea Market is considered one of the greatest indoor food and retail marketplaces in the world. It’s very hard to leave this market with empty hands and stomachs with diverse retail markets, merchants, and food counters
Navigate your way through Chelsea Market to enter The Tippler, an atmospheric speakeasy with creative cocktails and DJs. Look for the “OPEN” marquee to know you are in the right place to enter
The High Line is a ~2 mile long elevated linear park built on a former NY Central Railroad near the West Side Highway. You can walk through gardens, view art, and even experience a performance while enjoying a unique perspective of NYC Gansevoort St to W 30th St
We know this isn't in the area, but if you know us, Minetta holds a special place in our hearts. Sit at the bar, order a martini, and get the Black Label Burger or forever be judged (jk)
Just south of Meatpacking, Employees Only is tucked behind a fortune teller’s lair. With incredible cocktails, highly recommend making a reservation here to immerse yourself in prohibition-era NYC. This is also where Nick manipulated his way into after being denied entry at first to bring Rachel on their second date…
RH Rooftop at the newest Restoration Hardware is one of NYC’s most sought out after reservations. If you can’t get a reservation, put your name down, wander the floors and be mesmerized by some of the most beautiful interior design
City Winery at Pier 57 is a waterfront venue and restaurant. Come here for brunch, lunch, or dinner - all meant to be paired with wine…and of course views.
If you love Pizza and don’t come to NYC often, look no further. Although known for its creamy, artichoke slice (which is heaven), the other slices are great here, too, especially late night
With only a few located in the world, Starbucks Reserve is sometimes referred to as the “willy wonka” of coffee shops. It is an immersive experience designed for guests to celebrate the journey of coffee - and don’t forget to save room for a pastry
Step through the back door of Stone Street coffee shop in West Chelsea and find yourself in a classic 1920s speakeasy. Recommend making a reservation ahead of time and grabbing one of their recommended gin cocktails at the bar
If you’re looking for a classic American bar in the area, look no further. With brunch, lunch and dinner options, an extensive beer selection, and a rooftop, this is the perfect place to gather on a nice day
Located on a Ship docked at Pier 66, the Frying Pan is one the best places to day drink on a nice day. But get there early to find a place aboard!
Focusing on 20th- and 21st-century American art, The Whitney is an ideal place to immerse yourself. Check out works by Kooning and Andy Warhol, and even make a reservation at their renown restaurant Untitled. We recommend buying tickets in advance
Over 200 never-before-seen works curated by the family of Jean-Michel Basquiat include rarely shown paintings, drawings, multimedia presentations, ephemera, and artifacts. Great setting