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NYC foodie 

As two people who lived right outside of NYC and worked there for years, we’ve taken several chomps out of the Big Apple. In this guide we dish out our favorite bites in Lower Manhattan (that is, 14th Street down) for folks who see food as more than just fuel! When it comes to food, we look to have meals that will turn into core memories, or are so good we need to return multiple times. We look for unique eats, umami flavors, photogenic environments, and great atmosphere. You can be sure that the spots on our list either fly under the radar or are worth the hype. Regardless, you’ll leave with a very happy stomach.

If you like to have a lot of options to choose from, this is the guide for you. Whether you’re on the go, taking a meal slow, identify as a local or tourist, family or couple, we’ll point you in the right direction towards the tastiest foodie gems. Inside this guide, you’ll find some of our favorite dishes, voice recordings aplenty, and pics from a handful of unforgettable meals. When it comes to food, we don’t discriminate, so you’ll find options from Japanese to French, budget to splurge, and from vegan to carnivore. We’re also sure to denote places that are especially allergen friendly.

Here’s what you’ll find inside:

☕️5 Coffee spots / Cafes
🍕 3 Grab-n-gos
🥟 3 Food halls
🍝6 Sit-down restaurants
🤑 2 Fine dining that are worth the splurge
🌱 4 Vegan and vegetarian
🍸 3 Libation spots
🗺️ An interactive map of all locations 

This guide is worth the value because you’ll be able to use it multiple times. This is also a living map, so your unlocked guide will be updated as we continue to add more locations!

Lower Manhattan

A Foodie’s Guide to Lower Manhattan

Arguably, NYC has some of the best restaurants in the entire world. And though you can get amazing food at more casual restaurants, we all want a fancy night out every now and then. Yes, you deserve it. Use this map to explore my favorite upscale dining in the City - I love going to all of these places for special date nights, birthday celebrations, and sometimes, just for fun.

Most of these recommendations are in Manhattan, but there are a couple in other boroughs. The types of food range from Mediterranean cuisine, to Asian fusion, to the classic upscale steakhouse, to Italian, and more. If you are looking for options to go on a nice date have a birthday or other celebratory dinner, or just like upscale restaurants, this map is for you.

This is a living map of all of my top recommendations for upscale restaurants in New York City. 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!

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Manhattan

Best Upscale Restaurants in NYC

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!

NYC Top Eats by a Local 

Lights, Camera, Action! All things included for an NYC bachelorette party including lots of pink, glitter, and tasty treats. 

New York, NY, USA

New York City, Bachelorette Itinerary

Bowery, New York City

New York, a city full of life and diversity, is famous for its skyline of skyscrapers and its culture. From Broadway theaters, restaurants, streets, renowned shops, and iconic museums to its parks, it offers an unmatched urban experience that is constantly changing from the classic restaurants to the hot spots.

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Pietro Nolita

Prepare to be tickled pink! Stop to smell the rosé and marvel at the décor and walls that prompted owner Pietro to remark, “Wow! It’s PINK AS F***!” when the first coat was painted. The food matches the walls if that was not apparent! 

A restaurant adorned in vibrant pink hues, where the ambiance harmonizes with the freshness of its Italian cuisine. Celebrated for its captivating decor and dishes worthy of any Instagram feed

$$ | Everything is pink in this restaurant. It's super cute, and the Italian food is really good. 

Literally, the chairs are pink, everything is pink. 

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