For almost 30 years, Gray's Papaya has been a New York favorite. So what if it is just a hot dog joint? Gray's fare has been known to be consumed by some big time stars, not to mention loads of regular people. The special is one juicy hot dog served...

Central Park is a public park in the center of Manhattan in New York City, United States. Central Park, which has been a National Historic Landmark since 1963, was designed by landscape designer and writer Frederick Law Olmsted and the English...

Magical, resplendent and enchanting—all these words describe dining in Tavern on the Green's glittering Crystal Room, which looks out onto the glorious Central Park. On a spring day, eating in the flower-filled garden is equally divine....

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the world's largest and finest art museums. Its collections include more than two million works of art spanning five thousand years of world culture, from prehistory to the present and from every part of the...

Jean–Georges Vongerichten’s critically acclaimed flagship offers the very best in fine dining. Awarded four stars by the New York Times and three Michelin stars, the restaurant features an exquisitely crafted menu blending French, American and...

Woo Chon does not just rely on that fact that it is open 24-hours a day to pull in the crowds—it also has great food, decor and service to offer its customers. The comfortable surroundings and good service complement the accomplished Korean food,...

Set sail with Captain Jack Sparrow, audition for Simon Cowell and dance with Beyonce! Madame Tussauds takes you beyond your wildest dreams and makes you the star of the show! Sing, dance and mingle with over 200 wax celebrities in 85,000 square...

When you get tired of sleuthing around the nearby antique stores, revitalize those bargaining skills at this quaint café. Antique hounds love to pop in and gloat over their latest find, while enjoying the fresh sandwiches and beverages available...

Treat your body to some TLC under the experienced hands of the masseur at Essential Therapy. Swedish, Deep Tissue, Medical, Hot Stone, Prenatal and Craniasacal massage are only some of the massage available. Yoga and relaxation technique help to keep...

With 40,000 square feet of space and years of success, Webster Hall has become a classic New York dance party spot. The eclectic crowd includes people from all walks of life. Call ahead to find out what some of the best DJs in the world will be...

Whether you eat at the year-round sidewalk café (complete with heaters in the winter), the spacious and stylish main dining room or the smoky downstairs jazz room, the seafood is always lovingly prepared and served by an attentive, well-trained...

While the Meatpacking District is not normally associated with either French cuisine or a family atmosphere, Restaurant Florent offers both. For breakfast, lunch or dinner, the setting is relaxed, the food is great, and the prices are reasonable....

Flatiron, known for its designer cocktails, is housed in a historic building from the Twenties. This is a gorgeous dining lounge in classic old New York style, with sleek banquettes, dark wood and solid wrought ironwork. The bar is 30ft-long and...

Celebrity chef Bobby Flay—you either love him or you hate him. Those in the former category flock to this restaurant to load up on margaritas and Southwestern cuisine. The decor has a colorful desert feel, and if you are lucky (or some would say...

The zigzagging streets and charming brownstones of the Greenwich Village have a far more laid back atmosphere than most neighborhoods in the city. The center of New York's gay and student communities lies here, with a variety of funky shopping and...

This subterranean space is a haven of great cocktails and martinis. Done up in bronze and stone, this golden-lit bar attracts a crowd that loves to enjoy their drinks over some interesting conversations and delectable meat and cheese. If you're...

Otto, Italian for "eight," was opened in 2003. Mario Batali's pizzaria is named after the 8th street location of the One Fifth Avenue building. The building dates back to 1928 and was originally a hotel. Its many incarnations have included housing...

This pizza place features no atmosphere, no service and no seating. But if you are on the run and need a good slice, Joe's is the place to go. The pizza is available plain or with toppings. If you have a little more time, just down the street is...

A little bit of North Africa exists on the Lower East Side at this mellow, unpretentious bar. It features white walls and Moroccan decorations, with soothing Mediterranean rhythms emanating from the sound system. The wall hangings and cushioned...

When it is this difficult to get a table, you know something has to be special about Balthazar. A recreation of a French brasserie, it is bold, loud and exciting. The space is dominated by red leather banquettes with retro mirrors adding to the...

Luxurious, sensual and subterranean, this salon-like lounge features antique couches purchased from flea markets, as well as a fetching red interior. The front bar, decorated with old-fashioned headboards, is small but opens into a larger back room....

Sip on a cocktail while spotting celebrities at this VIP-only exclusive nightclub located in the West Chelsea district. Cain is the place for beautiful people to see and be seen. Movie stars, TV celebs, super models, and various other to-die-for...

Buddakan offers modern Asian cuisine to New York foodies. Located at the east side of the Chelsea Market, this 16,000 square feet joint has a decidedly oriental yet ultra chic look. This is the second Buddakan restaurant by the Starr restaurant...