Chosen as the best Chinese restaurant in New York by Zagat's 2006 guide, Oriental Garden is known for its no frills approach to food. The unremarkable decor and sometimes brusque service is more than compensated for by the cuisine. Crabs, lobsters...

New York's Chinatown is a cultural haven full of ancient and exotic traditions, and a huge amount of restaurants. This bustling and crowded neighborhood is home to over half of the city's Chinese population. In the grocery stores and fruit stands,...

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...

The heart of this well-known Italian neighborhood is Mulberry Street. Years ago, the vast majority of people who lived here were Italian, but expansion of Chinatown and Italian migration to the suburbs has changed the make-up of the neighborhood....

Visit Jin Soon to experience a fun albeit expensive way to pamper your paws. Uma Thurman being one of the esteemed clientèle, you can be assured of quality and satisfaction. Famous for pedicures, manicures and massages, choose from seven spa...

From breakfast to late dinner, you can slide into one of the blue leather booths here and enjoy cheap, lively Cuban cuisine. Meals are an excellent value with large portions of good hearty food. Try the Sandwich Cubano and other pressed...

Renowned chef Dante Boccuzzi succeeds in preparing a feast for diners in this luxurious restaurant. Discerning diners are sure to be impressed by the traditional American cuisine prepared to perfection. Sample Yellowfin Tuna Tartare with chili-spiced...

The Dahesh Museum of Art is devoted to collecting, exhibiting, and interpreting works by Europe's academically trained artists of the 19th and early 20th centuries. There are 2,000 pieces of art including prints, photographs and books made by...

Discriminating food lovers say this small chain serves the most authentic Sichuan in the city. Though the ambiance might seem generic, these Chinese/Japanese mainstays will surprise even the most seasoned connoisseur. Don't miss out on the Dan Dan...

If the soaring price of Broadway tickets starts to take a toll on your budget, never fear the TKTS Booth is nearby. Established by the Theater Development Fund in 1973, TKTS offers dozens of tickets for Broadway and off-Broadway at half or...

Gray Line New York Sightseeing offers the signature hop-on, hop-off bus tours throughout New York City. With a fleet of new double decker buses, visitors can enjoy the All Loops Tour, which includes The Uptown Loop, The Downtown Loop, The Night Tour,...

Owners Maguy and Gilbert LeCoze came to New York from Paris in 1986 to establish this elegant restaurant for the sole purpose of cooking and preparing fish dishes. At the time, few could have predicted their incredible success; but every year since,...

This Art Deco inspired restaurant features contemporary cuisine with a French twist. Seasonal outside seating is available. We serve breakfast, lunch, dinner and pre-theater meals....

This massive cathedral, situated across from Rockefeller Center on Fifth Avenue, is the largest Catholic cathedral in the United States. With its two soaring 330-foot spires, St. Patrick's Cathedral is also one of the city's most spectacular...

This cafe is named after the founder of the Neue Galerie museum Serge Sabarsky, and is an ode to the Viennese cafes where intellectuals are often found engaged in discussion. The Austrian menu includes Sabarsky Frühstück, linzertorte and strudgel....

This impressive Fifth Avenue mansion was the former residence of coke and steel magnate Henry Clay Frick. It was the owner's wish that his art collection remain on display there after his death. The mansion was built in 1914, but was made to look...

The plays produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival and held in the Delacorte open-air theater every summer are free. In the past, they have attracted such big-name actors as Meryl Streep, Kevin Kline and Christopher Walken. However, the wait for...

Daniel Boulud's namesake restaurant features contemporary, seasonal French cuisine, served in the Renaissance splendor of the main dining room or in the casually elegant bar and lounge....

Traditional and modern Japanese cuisine is brought together in the plush yet simple setting of Ono, located in the chic Hotel Gansevoort. Ono features an elegant two level dining room that welcomes the couple looking for a romantic evening, or the...

Kid Robot is a premier designer, retailer of art toys and apparel that come only in limited editions. Top of the line artists from different backgrounds like graphics, fine arts, fashion, graffiti, industrial design, music and illustrators create...

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...

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...

The Greenwich Village park is popular with students and residents. It is one of the few green spots in the area. At the northern end of the park is a triumphal arch, built in 1789 to honor George Washington, the late President of the United States....

This swanky little eatery is one of the most popular hangouts for a casual meet or even a dessert date. The hosts are very accommodating and the desserts that are to die for, are made right before your eyes. All the desserts are a genius combination...

Serving wonderful, hearty Mediterranean dishes, this jewel of a restaurant is perfect for a romantic evening. Formerly located in an antique shop, the dining room features rustic country tables bathed in candlelight. The fairly expensive menu...

The Japanese craze for all things cute may not be so well understood by many people who are not Japanese. But for those who do appreciate this trend, Air Market is a whole shop dedicated to Hello Kitty key chains, stickers, beepy gizmos for your cell...

Unpretentious and eclectic, August brings urban rustic to the heart of the village. Regional European cuisine is offered lunch, dinner and brunch, and there is always something new to try as the menu changes often to “reflect the local climate.”...

You would know a Kate Spade bag when you see one. But that's not all that there is; step in and you'll find so much more in store. This flagship shop at Broome Street offers everything from clothes to accessories to stationery. New mothers will be...

Karikter specializes in all things Tintin. Tintin books, mugs, toothbrushes, mobiles, eggcups as well as the merchandise of Asterix, Babar, Le Petit Prince, Wallace & Gromit, the Smurfs, Noddy and so on. There are also comic-unrelated design products...

Suba is the restaurant to see and to be seen in. The place whiffs of style, glamor and sophistication. Known to be frequented by celebrities like Max Mara and Giorgio Armani, this place also excels in culinary delights. Relish the Spanish and Latin...

Chef Frank Castro serves nostalgic dishes with his deft culinary signature as well as modern creative interpretations of Spanish cuisine. We have an extensive tapas menu and also serve a full service dinner. One of our signature dishes is the Paella...

Wall Street refers to the financial district of New York City, named after and centered on the eight-block-long street running from Broadway to South Street on the East River in lower Manhattan. Over time, the term has become a metonym for the...

Our two special soup dumplings, crab pork meat became a New York favorite. Other special dishes includes Spicy Szechuan Style Sliced Beef; Crispy Jumbo Prawns with Lime Sauce; Braised Duck, Braised Pork Shoulders and not to mention our different...

This Episcopal Chapel, located in what is now the bustling financial district, was dedicated in 1766 and is the oldest remaining church in Manhattan. Rich in history, George Washington worshiped here on his inauguration day, and his personal pew is...

This is undoubtedly New York City's best free ride. The 25-minute trip across New York Harbor should give you ample opportunity to see such nearby sites as the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan's skyscrapers. The fare for the...

Many meat-eating New Yorkers in their 20s avoid Manhattan steakhouses due to the cigar smoke, high prices and the normally conservative atmosphere. However, Dylan Prime has aimed to change all that, and it succeeds in its goal to be a steakhouse for...

Need to start your day with a breakfast platter laden with goodies, head straight to Nice Matin. It is named after the largest daily newspaper in the South of France. It offers French and Mediterranean cuisine in an ambiance of casual elegance. The...

This popular attraction is the largest Natural History Museum in the world. It is bursting with artifacts, displays and exhibits, all geared to let out secrets about the beautiful natural world. The visit begins with dinosaurs, which welcome you as...

This historic restaurant almost single-handedly invented New American Cuisine when it opened in 1959, introducing seasonal ingredients to the New York restaurant world. Four Seasons may not be as important as it once was, but certain members of the...

Hosted by the fabulous talking robot, B.B. Wonderbot, Sony Wonder Technology Lab is an interactive hi-tech playground which is a great place for kids, and the best part is that it is free. With rotating exhibits on audio, robotics, networks and more,...

Lather, that name would evoke soap suds but it isn't—a place for complete skin enhancement, body enrichment and a beauty trip. Making you 'beautiful inside out', is the motto of this trendy and classic eco-friendly spa. The decor is made of mosaic...

This charming restaurant in Midtown East offers delicious Italian meals. The classy interiors don't fail to convey a comfortable ambience. A 40-foot Renaissance painting on the ceiling will help you pass time while you wait for your order. Let the...