Tea Lounge
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Park Slope

837 Union Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Becki W. writes: Two Jews, a Filipina, and a blond walk into the Tea Lounge...

Heard this one? Doubt it!
(To be fair one of the Jews walked in with the Filipina, then came the Blond, and then the other Jew, but let's not pick on the little details)

The Jew and the…

Sukhadia's Gokul
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

17 W. 45th Street
New York, NY 10036

Atif I. writes: A few weeks back, I noted with some interest a spate of reviews on Indian sweets. That reminded me that I hadn't written up anything outside of the incomparable, Ras Malai. In the subsequent period I have been sampling various sweet shops in…

Quintessence
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

263 E 10th St
New York, NY 10009

Lisa Q. writes: A yumma yumma lick, yumma yumma hi!

This is tasty, tasty tasty. Pricey like no other mother for dinner but still cheaper than Pure Food and Wine. I absolutely reccommend going there for a 10-14 dollar lunch special. The food is flavorful, exciting,…

Caravan of Dreams
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

405 E 6th St
New York, NY 10009

Tori K. writes: I like it Raw m'kay!

And organic...so what better place to get it raw and organic downtown other than Caravan of Dreams,  where the salads and juice are always fresh?  Love love love the young coconut milk served in the shell, and their pumpkin shake…

Soda Bar
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Prospect Heights

629 Vanderbilt Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238

Javier M. writes: *bias switch on*

OMG, I love this place! Even despite the odious fact that the bar itself is inaccessible, with at least 3 layers of human bodies to surmount in order tha you can get within an inch of saying: "One Corona, please". Instead, try to…

World of Nuts of Eight St Inc
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

9 E 8th St
New York, NY 10003

michael seth n. writes: First off, who wouldn't love a place called "World of Nuts and Ice Cream." Secondly, the man in there is always very nice. The ice cream is quite good. The candy is plentiful. I love it.

E & V Restaurant

320 Chamberlain Ave
Paterson, NJ 07502

Ellis B. writes: HUGE plate sharing, fantastic home made meals down to the fresh pastas.  Go starving and leave comotosed.

California Pizza Kitchen
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

201 E 60th St
New York, NY 10022

Gourmet G. writes: The menu features appetizers and pasta from around the globe, ranging from Tuscan hummus and Singapore shrimp to Louisiana jambalaya and Thai linguine. Best of all are the inventive salads - the White Balsamic Provencal, a bed of crisp greens,…

Juice Generation
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

644 9th Ave
New York, NY 10036

jenna c. writes: Ok... my throat was killing me.  I thought Hmm.... maybe they have something here that could soothe it with not too much added sugar... blah blah blah.  To my surprise they had an incredible Vegetarian Chili.... MMMMMM, AND this drink called "Lemon…

Mi Bandera

518 32nd St
Union City, NJ 07087

Rachael W. writes: I love, love, love Mi Bandera. My big bruvver grew up and moved all the way to Hoboken and when I go visit, I demand to be taken to Mi Bandera at least once. This is the restaurant that taught me all about Churassco, Chimichurri, Chicharrones,…

Prospect Perk Cafe

183 Sterling Pl
Brooklyn, NY 11238

megan w. writes: The kind of cafe you wish was in every neighborhood you ever have to walk around in, so you can refresh yourself with inexpensive coffee, bohemian employees, a free weekly paper, and worn hardwood floors. Extremely friendly counter people and…

Orwasher's Bakery
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

308 E 78th St
New York, NY 10021

Judith G. writes: As I remember, they have great breads, and I mean to stop in here more often.  But lately I just  keep walking- to somewhere less snooty.  Agata's is on 78th & First and has more selection, and no attitude.  For the products three stars.  Otherwise,…

Lange's Delicatessen

94 Pondfield Rd
Bronxville, NY 10708

Dian L. writes: Lange's has delicious sandwiches if you are willing to pay $7.00 and receive a product that is too small by about 3 of those dollars.  I go there rarely enough not to whine about my Reuben sandwich that mostly makes up in taste for what it loses in…

A'mangiare

26 Palmer Ave
Bronxville, NY 10708

Adam G. writes: I have been going to this places for probably around 8 years now and have always liked it. When I first started going it was definitely more pizzeria than it is today with, nicer tables and hand painted walls that came maybe 5-6 years but the food…

Circle Line

17 Battery Pl
Ste 715
New York, NY 10004

David S. writes: The Circle Line Ferry takes you to the Statue of Liberty followed by Ellis Island... for a mere $11.50 including visits... I could hardly believe it, considering the Empire State Building charged me $33 to get to the top. Expect very long lines in…

Original Crab Shanty Restaurant
Neighborhood: Bronx/City Island

361 City Island Avenue
Bronx, NY 10464

Gourmet G. writes: A visit to the small nautical community of City Island - an enclave of yacht clubs, sailing schools, marinas, fishing fleets, bait-and-tackle stores, marine supply and repair shops, and restaurants - is as far away from the urban grit of the Bronx,…

Miriam
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Park Slope

79 5th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Eden M. writes: I know I'm outnumbered, but stroller mobs and I do not mix well.  

My friend and I came here for brunch a few weeks ago, after reading so many good reviews on Yelp.  While the shakshuka I ordered was only decent and watery, the hummus was perfect.…

David Ryan Salon
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen

429 W 46th Street
New York, NY 10036

Jessica F. writes: I discovered David Ryan Salon through my dentist, who treats one of the colorists and stylists there.  I can't tell you how thrilled I was to discover Kim O'Rourke, senior stylist and goddess of hair!  The girl is cool, first off, and personable, and…

The Greek Kitchen
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen

889 10th Ave
New York, NY 10019

Andrew K. writes: For me, it's typical Greek food:  simple without a lot of flair.  I had the combination plate.  I disagree with the others about the price.  I thought the prices were rather reasonable for the amount of food you get.  The truth is, I think it is too…

Bali Nusa Indah
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

651 9th Ave
# 145
New York, NY 10036

Keiko S. writes: Sadly, there's a major shortage of Indonesian restaurants in NYC. By luck, we found Bali Nusa Indah, and we're sure to go back very very soon.

5 stars for the impeccable service. Not only are the people extremely nice, but they're also honest. When…

Coldstone Creamery
Neighborhood: Queens/Elmhurst

8801 Queens Blvd
Elmhurst, NY 11373

Kent P. writes: This is not the normal "white people" ColdStone...trust me, I used to live in Washington State where chipper barely post-pubescent creamy-skinned young ladies made my ice cream with great gusto, knew a plethora of songs to keep up with the constantly…

Marakesh Restaurant

321 US Highway 46
Parsippany, NJ 07054

Michele W. writes: There is nothing I don't love about this restaurant. The lush decor resembles an exotic opium palace (in the middle of NJ...hmm), the music is so contagious that people are continually compelled to get up and dance, even in the midst of their meals,…

Vox Pop
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Flatbush

1022 Cortelyou Road
Brooklyn, NY 11218

Jenn R. writes: Great for what it is.  
I can get behind the fair trade prices etc, and it is great to see them really believe in what their theme is, but to be fully honest, most of the time I go here, its so I can sit outside and people watch.  It is the only…

Taro Restaurant

32 Church St
Montclair, NJ 07042

Michele W. writes: Taro, a new-age Asian fusion restaurant right off Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair, is easily one of my favorite restaurants in New Jersey. When you step through the door of Taro, the decor captures your attention: high ceilings, bamboo gracing the…

Mooncake Foods
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

28 Watts St
New York, NY 10013

Joolie T. writes: i really like this place. their pork sammiches are the bomb. (wow, did i just write "the bomb"?!)
it's like a diner... but with Asian-inspired dishes. healthy dishes, too. their salad is pretty yummy... the pricing is cheap and service is swift. it…

Empire Szechuan Noodle House
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Washington Heights

4041 Broadway
New York, NY 10032

Albie L. writes: Whoa. Chinese, Japanese, and Thai. You'd think they spread themselves too thinly. But no, it's all quite good. And cheap. It looks kinda hole-in-the-wall if you look in the window but they have a decently big, clean room in the back.

New York CityPass

New York, NY 10017

Gourmet G. writes: You needn't be a tourist to take advantage of this terrific deal. Included in the package price are admission to five major attractions - the Museum of Modern Art, the American Museum of Natural History, the Guggenheim, the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space…

Aveda Esthetique
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

456 W Broadway
New York, NY 10012

Michele W. writes: A simple haircut, that's what I was there for. Yet from the moment I walked in the door, I was treated like a queen. Let me walk you through the experience:

First, you meet your stylist and get a consultation. Then, they offer you a beverage,…

Chanel
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

735 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10021

Valerie A. writes: I love Chanel and this location has great salespeople.  I'm a coco addict so I get giddy when I see a Chanel store.   Although I don't think the selection at this one is as great as the one on Spring Street because that one is less picked over, this…

The Duplex
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

61 Christopher St
New York, NY 10014

Gina C. writes: Don't go on a straight date here.  Hot men kept sending over drinks to my boyfriend.  I got up to go to the bathroom and some guy that was singing with the pianist was rubbing his shoulders.  I took a shower when we got home and when I got out there…

Asia Society and Museum
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

725 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10021

Chi N. writes: nice facility... didn't get a chance to check out the exhibits... went there for the asian american film festival to catch a film that i wasn't too crazy bout... so until i go back to look at what else they have to offer i shall keep my 3 stars on…

Kenny's Castaways
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

157 Bleecker St
New York, NY 10012

Kate T. writes: There's something about a sign on the table that says, 'Waiter service only at tables, please' that makes me think the wait staff will come by at some point to take orders. I guess i'll have to add that to the list of New York things that are easily…

White Rabbit Lounge
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

145 East Houston Street
New York, NY 10002

Srini V. writes: Kudos to Steven V and others for sourcing this excellent meeting place for Yelpers. The relatively quiet LES location on Houston, coupled with the hush-hush nature of how the events are publicized, make the gatherings intimate yet interesting.  And…

Mr Biggs Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen

596 10th Ave
New York, NY 10036

Edward F. writes: When I was a resident of HK, my local watering hole was Mr. Biggs -- a casual, lo-key dark bar with lots of TVs, good drinks at cheap prices and daily specials from 25 cent wings to 2-for-1 late night drinks...

Fast forward to the present and when I…

The Comfort Diner
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

214 E 45th St
New York, NY 10017

rommy g. writes: I was born and raised in NY and I will be the first to say...

Low-to-middle tier restaurants in NYC suck.

It is a major pain in the butt to try to find a decent, cheap place to grab a quick, casual bite to eat with a friend in Manhattan.  A bistro, a…

Friend of A Farmer
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

77 Irving Pl
New York, NY 10003

Jared M. writes: This place is country quaint in the heart of Grammercy around the block from the Grammercy Park off of Irving Place.  In a city full of trendy and uber fabulous yet over rated lounges, eateries and bars....this "Friend of a Farmer" restraunt is a…

French Quarter

2320 Hamburg Tpke
Wayne, NJ 07470

Michele W. writes: I've eaten here several times, and the food is always fabulous and the service attentive...unless it's a holiday. Avoid reservations on Valentine's Day at all costs!

Any other time, this is a great little jazzy place with a New Orleans feel and…

The Skinny
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

174 Orchard St
New York, NY 10002

Arnab M. writes: Irene F., Glenn L. and I came here after the Ritz kicked us out at 4 AM last night (or is that this morning?), so The Skinny gets extra points for being open past 4 AM. It also loses extra points for all the heteroness. However, it regains a few…

Fresco by Scotto
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

34 E 52nd St
New York, NY 10022

haley p. writes: I hate to be the one, but I really wasn't impressed with this place. The paintings are gorgeous and the waiters are good, but the atmosphere wasn't spectacular (kind of looks like it shares the Olive Garden's interior decorator)... especially…

La Villa Pizzeria & Restrnt
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Mill Basin

6610 Avenue U
Brooklyn, NY 11234

Nicole K. writes: Ah, La Villa... My fave local restaurant.  In the summer there is nothing better than spending the day at the beach and coming here for a peach bellini and the house salad or a salad pizza.  The baked ziti and penne primavera are awesome as well as…