This is a list of places I genuinely love in New York. They haven’t been turned into photo ops or blown up on TikTok. You won’t find long lines or themed backdrops here, just solid spots I keep going back to. Whether it’s for a quiet coffee, a reliab...
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Dessert
Breakfast
Coffee
Dinner
These are some of my favorite spots that are always in the rotation. Good food, good vibes, and never a bad meal.
Such a good Indian spot with plenty of seating for large groups too! Just make sure to call ahead if your group is super big.
Baar Baar
The best omakase I've ever had! It's recommended by my boyfriend's barber in Chinatown. $75 PP
Thirteen Water West
I don't want to hear any UWS restaurant slander when there's this gem!
Parla
Such a good healthy option that feels like a home cooked meal. Their chicken is amazing!
Poulet Sans Tete
The best skewers! Such a cool vibe.
Izakaya Toribar
Solid Chinese takeout spot!
Uncle Ted's Modern Chinese Cuisine
Dessert
I have such a sweet tooth so these are a few places I like to have on my line-up.
The best cookies! Literally so cheap too.
Thin Cookies - Bleecker
Okay, this spot IS on TikTok but it's super easy to get an order in. When I DoorDash it's still warm!
Gooey on The Inside Cookies
Can you tell I love cookies? Again, one of my fav spots to grab a chocolate chip cookie!
Culture Espresso
Fresh gelato made DAILY!
Rivareno Gelato
Breakfast
Whether I’m grabbing something quick or actually sitting down, these are my go-to breakfast spots for starting the day right.
My favorite bagles in the city!
Brooklyn Bagel
Such good pancakes! Gives Golden Diner a run for their money.
Cocina Consuelo
You have to try their french toast!
Sailor
Erewhon smoothie dupes!
OASIS JIMMA JUICE BAR
Coffee
I have a coffee every morning, so I’m always on the lookout for good spots. These are my go-tos for a solid cup, a cozy vibe, or just a place to start the day right.
Love this Hawaiian coffee spot!
Kona Coffee Roasters | East Village
Such a solid spot!
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This place has great coffee syrup for their coffees!
