The Pickle Guys
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chinatown

49 Essex St
New York, NY 10002

Michael E. writes: After having brunch with a few new friends last Saturday, they proceeded to take down the street to a place they loved.......The Pickle Guys.

This, I was told, was a famous place as evidence that they shipped all over the country.

When I arrived at the…

Sant Ambroeus
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1000 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10021

Julie K. writes: Desert only for now!

I had a quiet lovely experience at Sant Ambroeus..
after dinner, my brother asked me if I was into Gelato or cakes..
I thought it wasn't question at all.. hell ya!  I do carry sweet teeth!

we sat by big windows near the front door..…

Blue Ribbon Bakery Market - To Go
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

14 Bedford Street
New York, NY 10012

Natalie W. writes: A small, charming neighborhood find tucked away on Bedford Street. From the storefront window of hanging milk glass light fixtures and marble countertops, you'll see an array of freshly baked breads, linen covered baskets, and a small open fridge…

Umbertos Clam House
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Little Italy

386 Broome St
New York, NY 10013

Michael F. writes: Five stars=spiritual in the Michael handbook on food.

I've only ever had one thing here as a main course, and so I can't speak to all the other food, but I will say that everyone I've ever been here with loved what they ate.  The Baked Clams are…

The Hot Grill

669 Lexington Ave
Clifton, NJ 07011

Michele W. writes: There's no way to live in North Jersey and NOT adore the Hot Grill. Greasy, fattening food ("all the way" hot dogs, roast beef sandwiches, burgers, and fries with cheese and gravy) served while commercials FOR the Hot Grill play on the televisions in…

Bao 111
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

111 Ave C
New York, NY 10009

Debbie K. writes: Yelp Elite Extraordinaire Camilla C. had her birthday here recently and it was a fantastic place for a group dinner.  I've had many a group dinner and it's difficult to cut through the chaos of ordering on both ends of the table and getting servers…

Harvard Club of New York City
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

27 W. 44th Street
New York, NY 10036

Gourmet G. writes: This place holds special memories for me, because I waited tables here between classes and auditions when I was a struggling actor many years ago. On my first day, a member ordered steak tartare, and - never having heard of it -  I innocently asked…

Boss Tweeds
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

115 Essex St
New York, NY 10002

victoria h. writes: This will definitely happen to you at Boss Tweeds if you stop in on a Sunday afternoon:

The jukebox will start to play your song, 2X then abruptly stop.

You will pay only uh, nothing for shots for you and your bachelorette party.

The bartender Aaaaandy…

Rapisarda
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Cobble Hill

177 Court Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Martha V. writes: I'm not brazilian, but I wish that I was.

If I did come from that country of bronze beauties, I would feel nothing but pride for my ancestry and proud that it had something to do with providing us Cobble Hill babes with Rapisarda.

The funky display is…

Le Pain Quotidien
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1131 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10028

Jaye J. writes: My friend lives in the hood and this is her staple eatery. I can see why. We stopped in yesterday afternoon for a late lunch and it was delicious.

We both had the Grilled Chicken Cobb salad. Sounds pretty boring, no? Let me tell you, that was one of…

Starbucks

Every Corner in Manhattan
New York, NY 10005

Mona N. writes: Please stop breeding. No. seriously. Stop multiplying like rabbits.
I hate Starbucks because they are everywhere. And they are familiar. I always find myself there because I have the menu memorized and don't have to think about my drink order.…

Bouchon Bakery
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

10 Columbus Circle
At 59th Street - Third Floor
New York, NY 10019

Scott R. writes: Bouchon Bakery has three main objectives.  Here they are in descending order based on my level of caring:

1) Be a world class bakery
2) Be a cafe that gives the proletariat a taste of what they're missing at Thomas Keller's high-priced restaurants
3) Be…

Buddakan
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Meatpacking District, Manhattan/Chelsea

75 9th Ave
New York, NY 10011

stephy s. writes: Last night I stepped out of my comfort zone and sat in this bar by myself and decided to order a cocktail and some nibblies. I don't really go out alone all that often, but seeing as how the hotel room was turning into one big fat f*#k of a bore, I…

Mee Noodle Shop
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

795 9th Ave
New York, NY 10019

Sam P. writes: The Fat Sunday Mecca!  My roommate and I have been ordering heaps of this greasy goodness when we need our Chinese fix (a little too frequently), and they always deliver.  And they deliver!  Extremely promptly - seriously, sometimes I feel like I…

Brick Oven Gallery
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Williamsburg - South Side

33 Havemeyer St
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Neera J. writes: I almost hesitate to review this place to keep it a secret - but it looks like a bajillion others have already beat me to it. It certainly still feels like a Brooklyn secret when you go there... off the beaten Williamsburg path, not too incredibly…

Sanford's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Queens/Long Island City

3013 Broadway
Astoria, NY 11106

Snezan C. writes: Sanford's a four star place for an Astoria diner. The cook make everything fresh. The salad is mezclun greens, the soups are freshly made, portions are huge, prices are a value, nothing tastes overly greasy or ten times re fried. The menu is pretty…

Beehive Salon
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Williamsburg - North Side

115 N 7th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Kaelea A. writes: I have been faithfully going to Beehive to get my hairs did for about 2 years now and faithfully committed to Casey.

I think homegirl specializes in curly hair, but I tell you what, she can make miracles out of any type! I have long naturally straight…

Cuba
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

222 Thompson St
New York, NY 10012

Keiko S. writes: Wow, that was a great meal. We ate A LOT...till our stomachs hurt...but with no regrets.

FOOD: 4 stars
* Drinks: I had the mojito. A little too sweet for my palate, but very flavorful.
* Appetizers: Excellent spare ribs...All of us loved them. The…

Fried Dumpling
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

99 Allen St
New York, NY 10002

Audrey J. writes: So I realized recently that I may not have withheld enough money from my paychecks (oops, my bad) and might end up having to pay upwards of 10 Gs come tax season.

Yes.

10 Gs.

AT LEAST.

Okay, after picking myself up off the floor upon a total and utter…

Ruby's
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Little Italy

219 Mulberry St
New York City, NY 10013

Pam S. writes: This place proves that size isn't everything. The cafe is smaller than a NYC apartment (ohh yeah) and fits about 20 on a good day. The kitchen is just big enough for one person to move around in..and from the limited amount of space and tools that…

Hourglass Tavern
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

373 West 46th St.
New York, NY 10036

Denis W. writes: Comment dis tu "annoying French tourists" in French? because on the day I was there, the place was packed wall-to-wall with them.

Came here before our saying goodbye to Rent show (just came to say goodbye..er...forget that). Was in town with the…

El Floridita
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Washington Heights

4162 Broadway
New York, NY 10027

Leah T. writes: So many Saturdays eating average diner food when I could have been having... a deluxe international breakfast with yuca topped with pickled onions, fried plantains, sausage, two eggs, FRIED CHEESE, and crusty bread with garlic vinager sauce for…

Sushi of Gari
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

402 E. 78th Street
New York, NY 10021

Sean T. writes: Recommended for:  Omakase, sushi with a twist.

Food 5, Service 5, Ambiance 4.

OMFG!!!  That was the expression I had during my entire omakase experience at Sushi of Gari.  Having heard about the place from several reliable yelpers, I had to try and…

Matsu Japanese Cuisine
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

411 E 70th St
New York, NY 10079

peter d. writes: Worth going to the UES for, which is more than I can say for...most people I know that live on the UES.  

Except you, of course. You know who you are.

Cocotte Restaurant
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Park Slope

337 5th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Eric J. R. writes: Just had brunch and had to rush home to rate it - this is my 2nd time here (1st time was dinner, which was fabulous).
It's so rare to find local restaurants that are equally kid and adult friendly - all too often is the kids like it, it's too bland.…

Tasti D Lite
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

160 E. 45th Street
New York, NY 10017

grace m. writes: Filipinos from the East Coast always have a way of hookin' me up.  *wink* *wink*.  

When I see a fellow Pinoy, no exchange of words are necessary.  We just do this nod--acknowledging that we come from similar ethnic/cultural roots.  This nonverbal…

Maz Mezcal
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

316 E 86th St
New York, NY 10028

Megan C. writes: I had the soup! It was good.  Still not quite like the Mexican Food back in California.  Love the outdoor dining and ambiance all around good experience.

Date Rating: 9
Pick up Scale: 2

Strong suggestions: Margaritas and whatever you want to review for…

Rescue Beauty Lounge
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village, Manhattan/Meatpacking District

34 Gansevoort St
New York, NY 10014

Poker Bunny Y. writes: Rescue Beauty Lounge has the BEST selection of nail polish EVER.  They have their own line of polishes, and all of the colors are perfect.  If you are looking for a pale pink, they have the most beautiful pale pinks you have ever seen, "Lulu" and…

Crave
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Carroll Gardens

570 Henry St
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Dan B. writes: Last year, this little backstreet bistro introduced a new menu - of particular interest to me was their vegetarian options. Actually, it's a menu within the menu. So, we had to check it out... As the wise Rabbi Soloveitchik once said, "Not bad, not…

PJ Liquor Warehouse
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Washington Heights, Manhattan/Inwood

4898 Broadway
New York, NY 10034

Dave L. writes: Wow.  They're not kidding about the "warehouse" part.  This place is probably 6,000+ square feet, with about 80 percent of that devoted to all sorts of wines (the rest is cheap liquor--knock yourself out) that have the best prices I've seen in…

Tempo Restaurant
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Park Slope

265 5th avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Eve S. writes: The parents came in from the Garden State to take me to diner for my bday. We were going to go to another restaurant down the street that doesn't take reservations but since yours truly f-----D up the opening time of that much lauded culinary…

Sofitel New York
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

45 W 44th Street
New York, NY 10036

Sean T. writes: Recommended for:  Business/leisure trips, meeting up with friends.

Location 3, Service 4, Amenities 4, Room 3.5.

I agree with Caroline, while this Sofitel is nice (and like the long lobby), it isn't as cool as the Sofitel Chicago.  

This sofitel had an…

Baraza
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

133 Avenue C Frnt
New York, NY 10009

Srinivas R. writes: Loud, crowded, and diverse. The place looks like a freakin Benetton ad with alchohol. Add a few lines of blow to that, and you have my baraza experience.

Ted Gibson Salon
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

184 Fifth Ave.
New York City, NY 10079

Audrey J. writes: Holy razorblades, Batman! Haircuts here are fun, and the staff is definitely chill. First off, I look like I'm 15 -- 18 on a good day -- and rolling in there in jeans does not help matters. Even so, they were all super friendly and did not look down…

Stamatis Restaurant
Neighborhood: Queens/Long Island City

2909 23rd Ave
Astoria, NY 11105

karen g. writes: Bring your eatin' pants, coz' it's about to get yummy! We're talking three hundred and sixty degrees of deliciousness. I got on the scale this morning and managed to oink out so spectacularly last night that there was much more of me than there was…

Blockheads
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1563 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

Sean T. writes: Recommended for:  brunch, lunch or dinner with friends.

Food 3, Service 2.5, Ambiance 4.

Back in February I flew back from japan and wanted to hang out with one of my good anime loving friends BD (I disguise his name for his own protection).  A few…

The Capital Grille
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

155 E 42nd St
New York, NY 10017

Ro N. writes: I came here with my doctor friend and her two friends for dinner.  This place reminded me of Morton's - tourist scene, upscale flair but with smorgas board of people, and known for their steaks.

I love lobster bisque and I must say this place had one…

Del Posto
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Meatpacking District, Manhattan/Chelsea

85 10th Ave
New York, NY 10011

Megan C. writes: Definitely a fan of this place. The steak was cooked to perfection. Came here on crutches a while back and have to say the service was excellent, the food was delicious, and the decor was splendid.  Reminded me of an old fashioned movie set.…