Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
Don't be fooled by the name. Lex Pizza is much more than a pizza place. It's an authentic Italian restaurant, reasonably priced, and fun outdoor seating. One of my faves - also does delivery & takeout
1590 Lexington Ave
1590 Lexington AvenueDon't be fooled by the name. Lex Pizza is much more than a pizza place. It's an authentic Italian restaurant, reasonably priced, and fun outdoor seating. One of my faves - also does delivery & takeout
Neighborhood spot (featured in photos). Order a coffee, and spend the morning hanging out with your laptop and free wifi.
I get most of my work done here...
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East Harlem Cafe
1651 Lexington AvenueNeighborhood spot (featured in photos). Order a coffee, and spend the morning hanging out with your laptop and free wifi.
I get most of my work done here...
El Paso Mexican Restaurant
123 East 110th StreetGood mexican food and nice cocktails!
Sarabeth's
381 Park Avenue SouthGreat place for Brunch!
Authentic Italian coffee. It's not cheap, but in case you are European and REALLY missing some decent coffee, here is your spot.
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Da Capo Aperitivo e Caffè
1392 Madison AveAuthentic Italian coffee. It's not cheap, but in case you are European and REALLY missing some decent coffee, here is your spot.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cocktails, small dishes, really nice New York environment just a couple blocks away. I go there all the time for happy hour!
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The Lexington Social
1634 Lexington AveCocktails, small dishes, really nice New York environment just a couple blocks away. I go there all the time for happy hour!
ABV
1504 Lexington AveNice place to grab a glass of wine or have a meal.
Guthrie Inn
1259 Park AveGood for happy hour and evening cocktails.
My favorite restaurant in all of NYC!
Keep it a secret! It's amazing (and cheap)
Doesn't take reservations, but well worth the wait.
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Sake Bar Hagi
My favorite restaurant in all of NYC!
Keep it a secret! It's amazing (and cheap)
Doesn't take reservations, but well worth the wait.
The High Line Hotel
180 10th AveAmazing rooftop! Best views of Manhattan.
Jazz at Lincoln Center
10 Columbus CirGreat Jazz club with unbeatable views!
Shopping
The store itself is not much to see, but if you give them a call, they will bring breakfast, groceries, and almost anything you want to the door fast and free of charge - Good for staying in your PJs
Ranch Market
1600 Madison AveThe store itself is not much to see, but if you give them a call, they will bring breakfast, groceries, and almost anything you want to the door fast and free of charge - Good for staying in your PJs
My favorite place to buy wine in the neighbourhood. You can call them up, and they will deliver free of charge.
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Vinyl Wine
1491 Lexington AveMy favorite place to buy wine in the neighbourhood. You can call them up, and they will deliver free of charge.
1490 Madison Ave
1490 Madison AvenuePharmacy
1500 Lexington Ave
1500 Lexington Avenue24 hour Drug store (and some groceries)
Bloomingdale's
Lexington AvenueWorld redound department store.
El Barrio Hardware
1876 3rd AveLocksmith
Arts & Culture
My favorite museum in NY! Pay what you wish. You can spend days or even weeks here. In walking distance, it's a must see!
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Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 5th AveMy favorite museum in NY! Pay what you wish. You can spend days or even weeks here. In walking distance, it's a must see!
One block away! This museum has some very interesting expositions on the history of NYC. Currently featuring Gabriel Figueroa. New York Times recommends it - and I do to!
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El Museo del Barrio
1230 5th AveOne block away! This museum has some very interesting expositions on the history of NYC. Currently featuring Gabriel Figueroa. New York Times recommends it - and I do to!
Fantastic Museum! Must see! In walking distance.
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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
1071 5th AveFantastic Museum! Must see! In walking distance.
One of my favorite museums.
Free on Friday evenings.
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The Museum of Modern Art
11 West 53rd StreetOne of my favorite museums.
Free on Friday evenings.
If you want to do the Brooklyn, artsy alternative thing. This is your place!
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MoMA PS1
22-25 Jackson AveIf you want to do the Brooklyn, artsy alternative thing. This is your place!
Essentials
1635 Lexington Ave
1635 Lexington AvenueLocal grocery shop.
Friendly
Also sells nice flowers and smoothies!
Everything Else
Mount Sinai
1468 Madison AveVery close to major hospital.
Ideal Food Basket
1635 Lexington AveGood local grocery shop.
Sightseeing
Conservatory Garden
1233 5th AveBeautiful blooming flowers, just across the street!