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The Best New Pizza In NYC
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The Best New Pizza In NYC
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The Best New Pizza In NYC

NYC has a lot of good pizza. These new spots are its rising stars.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, and Carlo Mantuano on June 11, 2021

Ace’s Perfect Pizza
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Ace’s Perfect Pizza
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Ace’s Perfect Pizza

Ace’s in Williamsburg is where you should go for the best Detroit-style pizza in the city and to have a BYOB pizza party.

By Carlo Mantuano on June 11, 2021

The NYC Hit List: The Best New Restaurants In NYC
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The NYC Hit List: The Best New Restaurants In NYC
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We checked out these new restaurants - and loved them.

By Team Infatuation on June 10, 2021

9 Exciting Things To Do & Eat In NYC Between June 10th-June 13th
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9 Exciting Things To Do & Eat In NYC Between June 10th-June 13th
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9 Exciting Things To Do & Eat In NYC Betw…

Check out these new restaurants, pop-ups, and specials all around NYC from June 10th to June 13th.

By Hannah Albertine on June 10, 2021

The Most Fun Bars In NYC Right Now
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The Most Fun Bars In NYC Right Now
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The Most Fun Bars In NYC Right Now

Call them what you want. Happening. Cool. Busy. Lit. These are the most fun bars in NYC right now.

By Hannah Albertine and Nikko Duren on June 10, 2021

Bark Barbecue
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Bark Barbecue
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Bark Barbecue

New York’s best barbecue restaurant doesn’t even have an address. It’s on Instagram. Find it on Saturdays in South Ozone Park, Queens.

By Hannah Albertine on June 9, 2021

The Infatuation NYC Guide To Summer 2021

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This summer only happens once. Here’s how to make the most of it.

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This summer only happens once. Here’s how to make the most of it.
Where To Have Your Birthday Dinner In NYC
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Where To Have Your Birthday Dinner In NYC
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Where To Have Your Birthday Dinner In NYC

The best restaurants in NYC to host your birthday get-together, assuming Chuck E. Cheese is no longer an option.

By Hannah Albertine on June 7, 2021

25 Great LGBTQ Bars In NYC
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25 Great LGBTQ Bars In NYC
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25 Great LGBTQ Bars In NYC

Some of the greatest LGBTQ bars, and bars with LGBTQ nights, across the city.

By Rob Anderson, Matt Clifton, Nikko Duren, Amelia Isaac, and Katherine Lewin on June 4, 2021

Where To Eat And Drink In The Catskills
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Where To Eat And Drink In The Catskills
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Where To Eat And Drink In The Catskills

All the best places to eat and drink when you’re in the Catskill Mountains - updated for 2021.

By Hannah Albertine on June 2, 2021

Where To Take A Snack Break In Williamsburg
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Where To Take A Snack Break In Williamsburg
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Neighborhood spots in Williamsburg for when you need some fresh air, a little blood flow, and a good old-fashioned snack.

By Hannah Albertine on June 7, 2021

A User’s Guide To Dinner Conversation, In Case You Forgot
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A User’s Guide To Dinner Conversation, In Case You Forgot
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A User’s Guide To Dinner Conversation, In…

Read on to prepare yourself for all the obligatory meals you used to have before the pandemic.

By Hannah Albertine on May 19, 2021

NYC’s New Restaurant Openings
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NYC’s New Restaurant Openings
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NYC’s New Restaurant Openings

The new restaurant openings you should know about.

By Hannah Albertine and Nikko Duren on June 11, 2021

The Best Restaurants In Crown Heights
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The Best Restaurants In Crown Heights
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The Best Restaurants In Crown Heights

Our 31 favorite places to eat in the area.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, Bryan Kim, and Matt Tervooren on May 28, 2021

The 11 Most Exciting Dinner Spots In NYC Right Now
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The 11 Most Exciting Dinner Spots In NYC Right Now
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A night out at one of these places - whether it’s for a catch-up with a friend or an impressive date night - feels overwhelmingly of the moment.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, Katherine Lewin, and Arden Shore on June 8, 2021

The Best Oyster Happy Hours In NYC
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The Best Oyster Happy Hours In NYC
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The Best Oyster Happy Hours In NYC

The best oyster happy hours across NYC.

By Nikko Duren on May 26, 2021

Where To Get Filipino Pastries & Kakanins In NYC
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Where To Get Filipino Pastries & Kakanins In NYC
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Where To Get Filipino Pastries & Kakanins…

From Woodside’s Little Manila to Flatbush and the Lower East Side.

By Paolo Española on May 6, 2021

The Best Restaurants On The Upper East Side
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The Best Restaurants On The Upper East Side
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The Best Restaurants On The Upper East Si…

The greatest hits of the Upper East Side.

By Hannah Albertine on May 11, 2021

Some NYC Restaurants Are Requiring Proof Of Vaccination For Indoor Reservations
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Some NYC Restaurants Are Requiring Proof Of Vaccination For Indoor Reservations
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Places like Llama San, Diner, and Goldie’s will now ask diners for vaccine confirmation or a negative Covid test upon entry.

By Hannah Albertine on May 27, 2021

A New Rooftop Bar In The East Village + More NYC Roof Reopenings
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A New Rooftop Bar In The East Village + More NYC Roof Reopenings
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A New Rooftop Bar In The East Village + M…

5 new and newly-reopened rooftop bars where you can hang out this summer in NYC.

By Hannah Albertine on May 5, 2021

The Best Dishes We Tried In May
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The Best Dishes We Tried In May
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The Best Dishes We Tried In May

Our favorite dishes from the month of May.

By Team Infatuation on June 1, 2021

Where To Pick Up To-Go Cocktails Near Prospect Park
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Where To Pick Up To-Go Cocktails Near Prospect Park
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Where To Pick Up To-Go Cocktails Near Pro…

10 places serving to-go cocktails near Prospect Park.

By Nikko Duren on May 7, 2021

Where To Eat, Drink, And Shop In Brighton Beach
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Where To Eat, Drink, And Shop In Brighton Beach
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Where To Eat, Drink, And Shop In Brighton…

11 great spots to check out around the neighborhood.

By Carina Finn on May 12, 2021

Where To Go On A Date Right Now In NYC
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Where To Go On A Date Right Now In NYC
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Where To Go On A Date Right Now In NYC

After a year inside, you might need some help choosing a date spot. So we put them all in one place for you.

By Nikko Duren on May 25, 2021

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Check out Cointreau's search for the best margarita in the country.
Where To Have A Family Dinner Now That That’s A Thing Again
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Where To Have A Family Dinner Now That That’s A Thing Again
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Where To Have A Family Dinner Now That Th…

A guide to the best places to eat with your children, parents, siblings, granddogs, and the like.

By Hannah Albertine on April 30, 2021

These Chinatown Organizations Are Using Food Tours As A Catalyst For Social Change
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These Chinatown Organizations Are Using Food Tours As A Catalyst For Social Change
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From New York to Chicago to Los Angeles, it’s geared toward a younger, more activist audience.

By Benjamin Liong Setiawan on May 29, 2021

The 11 Best New Burgers In NYC
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The 11 Best New Burgers In NYC
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The 11 Best New Burgers In NYC

11 burgers you’ll be hearing about a whole lot moving forward.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, Carlo Mantuano, and Matt Tervooren on April 29, 2021

The Best Bagels In NYC
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The Best Bagels In NYC
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The Best Bagels In NYC

It’s easy to find a good bagel in NYC. But a great one? You’ll find those in this guide.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, and Carlo Mantuano on April 14, 2021

The Best Empanadas In NYC
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The Best Empanadas In NYC
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The Best Empanadas In NYC

Aside from the obvious allure of biting into a hot, crunchy pouch, the most exciting thing about NYC’s empanadas is the vast range of styles.

By Monica Prestia on April 26, 2021

Where To Have A Big Night Out After Cooking At Home For Months
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Where To Have A Big Night Out After Cooking At Home For Months
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Where To Have A Big Night Out After Cooki…

17 incredible New York City restaurants for people who rarely go out to dinner and want to make it count.

By Hannah Albertine on April 16, 2021

The Best Meals I’ve Had Lately For Under $15
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The Best Meals I’ve Had Lately For Under $15
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From rice rolls to Jersey-style pork rolls, check out these fantastic NYC meals for less than $15.

By Hannah Albertine on April 2, 2021

The Most Pleasant Outdoor Bars In NYC Right Now
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The Most Pleasant Outdoor Bars In NYC Right Now
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The Most Pleasant Outdoor Bars In NYC Rig…

NYC bars with back gardens and sidewalk cafes where you can cross your legs, lean back, and enjoy fresh air and slightly fewer inhibitions.

By Hannah Albertine on May 26, 2021

Where To Eat In Bed-Stuy
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Where To Eat In Bed-Stuy
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Where To Eat In Bed-Stuy

25 places to eat in one of our favorite Brooklyn neighborhoods.

By Nikko Duren and Bryan Kim on May 14, 2021

The Best Breakfast Sandwiches In NYC
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The Best Breakfast Sandwiches In NYC
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The Best Breakfast Sandwiches In NYC

Our 17 favorite breakfast sandwiches in NYC.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, Carlo Mantuano, and Arden Shore on March 19, 2021

The Best Restaurant Patios In NYC
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The Best Restaurant Patios In NYC
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The Best Restaurant Patios In NYC

Our 20 favorite patios in the city right now.

By Nikko Duren on May 26, 2021

NYC Restaurant Closings
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NYC Restaurant Closings
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NYC Restaurant Closings

NYC restaurants that have permanently closed during the coronavirus pandemic.

By Nikko Duren on May 20, 2021

The Best New Sushi In NYC
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The Best New Sushi In NYC
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The Best New Sushi In NYC

From splurge omakase spots to a fish market that specializes in salmon, here are our favorite new sushi places that have opened recently around NYC.

By Hannah Albertine and Carlo Mantuano on April 1, 2021

The Best Outdoor Breweries In NYC
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The Best Outdoor Breweries In NYC
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The Best Outdoor Breweries In NYC

Where to drink craft beer outside in NYC.

By Nikko Duren on April 16, 2021

The Best New Doughnuts In NYC
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The Best New Doughnuts In NYC
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The Best New Doughnuts In NYC

Our 8 favorite doughnuts to eat right now.

By Hannah Albertine and Nikko Duren on March 23, 2021

Where To Take A WFH Snack Break In Astoria
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Where To Take A WFH Snack Break In Astoria
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Where To Take A WFH Snack Break In Astoria

Neighborhood spots for when you need some fresh air, a little blood flow, and a good old-fashioned snack.

By Hannah Albertine on March 16, 2021

The Best New Sandwiches In NYC
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The Best New Sandwiches In NYC
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The Best New Sandwiches In NYC

Whoever said sandwiches are boring should have checked this list first. Here are 7 of the best new ones.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, and Carlo Mantuano on March 18, 2021

Where To Go Island Hopping In Brooklyn’s Little Caribbean
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Where To Go Island Hopping In Brooklyn’s Little Caribbean
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Where To Go Island Hopping In Brooklyn’s …

Shelley Worrell, founder of caribBEING and lifelong Flatbush resident, shares her favorite Black-owned businesses in the neighborhood.

By Shelley Worrell on February 4, 2021

The Best First Date Spots In NYC
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The Best First Date Spots In NYC
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The Best First Date Spots In NYC

The perfect first date spots can be hard to find, so we put them all in one place for you.

By Nikko Duren on April 28, 2021

Where To Meet Up With People For Exactly 1 Hour So You Can Go Home & Be Alone Again
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Where To Meet Up With People For Exactly 1 Hour So You Can Go Home & Be Alone Again
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Where To Meet Up With People For Exactly …

Now that “catching up” is suddenly everyone’s favorite activity, it’s time to practice the art of the hour-long drink-and-snack.

By Hannah Albertine on May 26, 2021

“Where Do I Take My Boyfriend’s Parents Who Only Like American Chain Restaurants?”
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“Where Do I Take My Boyfriend’s Parents Who Only Like American Chain Restaurants?”
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Three classic NYC burger spots that are perfect for tourist parents on a budget.

By Hannah Albertine on April 22, 2021

The 20 Best Pizza Places In NYC
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The 20 Best Pizza Places In NYC
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The 20 Best Pizza Places In NYC

The top 20 pizzas in NYC, according to us.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, Bryan Kim, Katherine Lewin, Hillary Reinsberg, Arden Shore, and Matt Tervooren on February 9, 2021

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Yellow Rose
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Yellow Rose
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Yellow Rose

Yellow Rose in the East Village specializes in fantastic Texan food and homemade tortillas made with Sonoran flour.

By Hannah Albertine on March 4, 2021

The Black Queer Dance Party That Helped Me Find Myself In NYC
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The Black Queer Dance Party That Helped Me Find Myself In NYC
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The Black Queer Dance Party That Helped M…

Just before giving up on NYC nightlife, Staff Writer Nikko Duren discovered their safe place. What happens to these spaces after the pandemic?

By Nikko Duren on February 18, 2021

18 New Black-Owned Restaurants In NYC
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18 New Black-Owned Restaurants In NYC
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18 New Black-Owned Restaurants In NYC

The newest Black-owned spots in NYC that you can check out for outdoor dining, delivery, or takeout.

By Hannah Albertine and Nikko Duren on February 5, 2021

NYC Restaurant Perks, Exclusively For Friends Of The Infatuation
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NYC Restaurant Perks, Exclusively For Friends Of The Infatuation
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Special offers and experiences in partnership with restaurants for our membership program.

By Friends of The Infatuation on April 15, 2021

No, DJ Pauly D, America Doesn’t Need Your Ghost Kitchen Collab
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No, DJ Pauly D, America Doesn’t Need Your Ghost Kitchen Collab
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Pauly D’s Italian Subs is everything your favorite local restaurant isn’t. Here’s why it’s harmful.

By Hannah Albertine on March 19, 2021

Are You All Really Going To Party As Hard As You Say You Will This Summer?
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Are You All Really Going To Party As Hard As You Say You Will This Summer?
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Are You All Really Going To Party As Hard…

New York City is opening back up. Are you ready?

By Hillary Reinsberg on April 30, 2021

The 15 Best Brazilian Restaurants In NYC
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The 15 Best Brazilian Restaurants In NYC
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The 15 Best Brazilian Restaurants In NYC

From bakeries to steakhouses, here’s where you’ll find the best Brazilian food in NYC.

By Matt Tervooren on November 17, 2020

The Best Indian Restaurants In NYC
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The Best Indian Restaurants In NYC
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The Best Indian Restaurants In NYC

From white-tablecloth places to cafeteria-style spots, these are our 27 favorite Indian restaurants in the city.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, and Arden Shore on November 12, 2020

The Outdoor Happy Hour Guide
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The Outdoor Happy Hour Guide
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The Outdoor Happy Hour Guide

Where to get cheap drinks when it’s warm out.

By Hannah Albertine and Nikko Duren on April 15, 2021

Where To Grab Picnic Food Near Central Park
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Where To Grab Picnic Food Near Central Park
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Where To Grab Picnic Food Near Central Pa…

The next time you’re picnicking in Central Park, show up with something to eat that's better than Triscuits and $8 bodega cheddar.

By Hannah Albertine on April 19, 2021

Benyam
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Benyam
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Benyam

Benyam is our favorite spot for Ethiopian food in Harlem.

By The Curious Uptowner on May 13, 2021

Our Favorite Noodle Soup In NYC
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Our Favorite Noodle Soup In NYC
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Our Favorite Noodle Soup In NYC

Noodles and broth probably won’t change your life, but they can fix your day.

By Nikko Duren on October 20, 2020

The Best Mapo Tofu In NYC
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The Best Mapo Tofu In NYC
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The Best Mapo Tofu In NYC

Numb the human experience with mapo tofu.

By Hannah Albertine on October 23, 2020

The Best Filipino Restaurants In NYC
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The Best Filipino Restaurants In NYC
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The Best Filipino Restaurants In NYC

From a grocery store with a takeout counter to a tiki-themed spot with a nice back patio, these are our 16 favorite Filipino restaurants in the city.

By Nikko Duren on October 30, 2020

“How Do I Ask Out The Stranger I’ve Been DMing For Years?”
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“How Do I Ask Out The Stranger I’ve Been DMing For Years?”
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Vetted, casual date ideas to impress someone you occasionally send memes to.

By Hannah Albertine on April 22, 2021

11 Great Asian-Owned Coffee And Tea Shops In NYC
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11 Great Asian-Owned Coffee And Tea Shops In NYC
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Where to get coffee, tea, and some great breakfast sandwiches across the city.

By Esther Cho and With Warm Welcome on May 10, 2021

The Best Fried Chicken Sandwiches In NYC
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The Best Fried Chicken Sandwiches In NYC
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The Best Fried Chicken Sandwiches In NYC

You can find fried chicken sandwiches pretty much anywhere, but for the best fried chicken sandwiches in NYC, head to these 9 spots.

By Hannah Albertine and Matt Tervooren on September 11, 2020

A New Rooftop Bar In The East Village + More NYC Roof Reopenings
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A New Rooftop Bar In The East Village + More NYC Roof Reopenings
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A New Rooftop Bar In The East Village + M…

5 new and newly-reopened rooftop bars where you can hang out this summer in NYC.

By Hannah Albertine on May 5, 2021

200+ Black-Owned Restaurants Across NYC
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200+ Black-Owned Restaurants Across NYC
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200+ Black-Owned Restaurants Across NYC

Our running list of Black-owned spots in NYC that you can check out for outdoor dining, delivery, or takeout.

By Hannah Albertine, Nikko Duren, Bryan Kim, Arden Shore, and Matt Tervooren on February 1, 2021

Altro Paradiso
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Altro Paradiso
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Altro Paradiso
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Altro Paradiso

You don’t have to play tennis or own a beach house to love this West Soho Italian cafe, you’ll just embody that energy while you’re here.

By Hannah Albertine on April 29, 2021

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Where To Eat Outside In Woodside & Sunnyside
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Where To Eat Outside In Woodside & Sunnyside
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The best restaurants and bars open for outdoor dining in Woodside and Sunnyside.

By Nikko Duren on July 24, 2020

The 11 Best Wine Glasses For All Your Outdoor Drinking Needs
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The 11 Best Wine Glasses For All Your Outdoor Drinking Needs
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The official drinkware of summer.

By Bryan Kim on April 23, 2021

The 5 Best Jerk Chicken Spots In Brooklyn
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The 5 Best Jerk Chicken Spots In Brooklyn
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The 5 Best Jerk Chicken Spots In Brooklyn

Where to get the best jerk chicken in Brooklyn.

By Nikko Duren on August 7, 2020

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