There’s nothing average about this guide and that’s why you need it! The area we’re covering is from 59th street down to 14th street, and to the Hudson River on the West and East River to the East. You're not going to find the likes of Times Square on this list. This guide is full of tourist alternatives for those who want access to unique experiences in the area that you’re not going to see the average tourist or even local do! We have options on here that range from free to $$$ depending on the kind of day you’re looking to have, and are great for families, couples, or even those riding solo!

Here’s what you’ll find inside:
 
☕2 Not Your Average Mornings
🍲8 Not Your Average Meals (including vegan/dietary restrictive options)
🌆10 Not Your Average Things to Do
🍸5 Not Your Average Bars (including 4 rooftop bars!)
🗺️ An interactive map of all locations

This guide also contains a living map, so your unlocked guide will be updated as we continue to add more locations!

Manhattan

Not Your Average Guide to Midtown

Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of New York City! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things NYC for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of:
☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries
🌮 Local cuisine
🏛️ Museums of all kinds
🌳 Gardens & parks
🛏️ Boutique hotels
🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations

All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access!

Bronx, NY, USA

Long Island, New York, USA

Chelsea, Manhattan, New York, NY, USA

Brooklyn, NY, USA

Manhattan, New York, NY, USA

Queens, NY, USA

New York, NY, USA

New York State, USA

I love food & New York arguably has some of the best food in the world. This map holds all of my absolute favorite places to eat in the city. These are the places I frequent & always recommend to friends when they visit.

Most of these recommendations are in Manhattan, but there are a couple in other boroughs. And as I said, more will come. The genre of these restaurants ranges from nicer to quick grab-and-go spots, with options for Mexican, Mediterranean, American,  Malaysian, Cuban, Jamaican, Latin-inspired, & Italian food - plus a couple of food hall options & doughnuts! 

This is a living map. By living, I mean that I will continue adding more places to this map when I come across them & you'll automatically get the updates!

It's truly a map of my favorite places to eat in the City, so if you've followed me for a while & just want to check out my favorite spots, this map is for you!

New York

NYC Top Eats by a Local 

Shays New York Birthday 

Planning a 2-day itinerary can be daunting, with so much research to do and things to select from. That's when I come in! Let me help you explore NYC as a local. Make sure to follow this guide to have a relaxed and Viby weekend in NYC. 

Highlights include:
Must Visit FREE Art Galleries in Chelsea
Great Places to Eat
Architecture/Places to SEE

Locations: This guide includes Chelsea, Times Square, Flatiron district and Greenwich Village. 

This is a suggested itinerary, but please feel to customize it as you see fit. This is also a live guide, meaning I will update it when I find new favorites or places close. It will automatically sync the changes even after you save it.


NYC, NY, USA

The Perfect Artsy Weekend in NYC

Visiting NYC for the first time? Check out this 3-day guide that has gone viral on social media now on Thatch! 

Free NYC Weekend Guide

Welcome to the city that never sleeps! NYC is a vibrant metropolis bursting with culture, history, and endless possibilities. This guide is your go-to resource for navigating the hustle and bustle of New York City. Let me help you make  the most of your New York adventure!

United States

New York City: Your Ultimate Guide to the Big Apple


New York City, NY, USA

Guide to New York City 

What to do, see & eat your first time in NYC! 

Classic NYC Guide 

New York City

Are you a lover of rooftop restaurants and cocktail bars?  

Here is a native New York foodie's comprehensive list of NYC Rooftops covering Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.   

Happy Sippin! 

The Ultimate Guide to NYC Rooftop Restaurants & Bars

Eataly NYC Flatiron

The larger of the two locations in New York City, Eataly Flatiron is a labyrinth of eating, shopping, and learning of all things Italian cuisine, toting itself as “the largest artisanal Italian food and wine marketplace in the world at 42,500 square feet”. Food crawl your way around or bring home their fresh pastas and produce to the comfort of your own cucina.

Eataly NYC Flatiron is a vibrant Italian marketplace with an array of restaurants. I love exploring all the amazing products 

In the same building as SIERRA Rooftop. A great spot for a bite to eat or to shop for something to take home!

Pretty cool Italian market with different sections. 