Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
Oslo Coffee Roasters
328 Bedford AveBest coffee in the area.
The Coffee Inn
1314 1st Ave.Outstanding coffee in the area.
Best Thai food in the city. Be sure to call for a reservation during peak hours: (212) 256-1188
58 locals recommend
Up Thai
1411 2nd AveBest Thai food in the city. Be sure to call for a reservation during peak hours: (212) 256-1188
Outstanding restaurant for dinner, slightly pricey but unreasonable.
16 locals recommend
August Restaurant
791 Lexington AveOutstanding restaurant for dinner, slightly pricey but unreasonable.
Cafe Luka
1317 1st Ave.Great place for brunch.
Tanoshi Sushi Sake Bar
1372 York AveBest Japanese on UES.
Torishin
362 W 53rd StNew York's Only Omakase-Style Yakitori Place.
Drinks & Nightlife
Maya
1191 1st Ave.Great Happy Hour and Brunch.
Seamstress
Great cocktail bar within walking distance.
Shopping
Name says it all. Outstanding selection for those with a sweet tooth!
36 locals recommend
The Supply House
1647 2nd AvenueName says it all. Outstanding selection for those with a sweet tooth!
Bloomingdale's
Lexington AvenueVery walkable from the apartment.
Everything Else
Bagelworks
1229 1st Ave.Best bagels within walking distance.
East River Liquors
1364 York AveBest prices on the highest quality wines and liquors of anyone in the area.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park
1 FDR Four Freedoms ParkWonderful public park to visit.
A Matter of Health
1478 1st Ave.Best local grocery store in the area.