These are my go-to NYC restaurants — from cozy hidden gems to buzzy, worth-the-hype favorites. I’ve lived here my whole life, and yes, I’m picky… so if it made this list, it’s good.
Consistent delicious food, gorgeous atmosphere, great for ANY occasion, passes all the vibe checks.
Zou Zou's | Mediterranean Restaurant in NYC
Fantastic Thai restaurant with gorgeous ambiance .. huge menu... and a lunch special. In the summer they also have out door seating! This is very close to the Harry Potter store if you're aiming to go there!
Thai Villa
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My favorite Thai restaurant in all of Manhattan. They make the BEST Thai iced tea and my go to order is the Sukhothai Pork Noodle Soup.
Pure Thai Cookhouse
Fantastic restaurant with amazing foods and fantastic vibe. Been here tons of times.
Sappe - West Village, New York, NY
Amazing plant based restaurant. I am not a vegan and still have been a bunch of times because the food is so good and creative. They also have fantastic cocktails!
Vegan Sushi & Plant-Based Eats in NYC - PLANTA
Incredible INCREDIBLE pancakes here. One of the best in the city
Clinton St. Baking Company
Perfect pre show dinner spot
Shukette
hands down top 3 of my favorite restaruants in all of NYC. Incredibly plated and delish seafood.. and cocktails.. and their dessert. Top notch!!! A GREAT spot for a special birthay or if you realllyyyy want to impress your date.
Mission Ceviche
another solid and favorite spot for thai food (and they're dog friendly outside)
