Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
Felice 64
1166 1st Ave.Great Italian restaurant for brunch, dinner, or a glass of wine.
Jean Claude 2
1343 2nd AveGood French restaurant
Probably the best brunch place in the immediate vicinity - just a block away from the apartment. Accept cards, but tips only in cash.
Cafe Luka
1317 1st Ave.Probably the best brunch place in the immediate vicinity - just a block away from the apartment. Accept cards, but tips only in cash.
Le Pain Quotidien
861 Lexington AveGreat option for coffee/brunch in Central Park
My favorite restaurant in the neighborhood -- Italian, reasonably priced, great food, wine, and atmosphere. Book in advance.
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Uva
1486 2nd AveMy favorite restaurant in the neighborhood -- Italian, reasonably priced, great food, wine, and atmosphere. Book in advance.
Probably one of the best Thai restaurants in Manhattan according to Yelp reviews and one of my favorites in the area. Great ambiance and decor, great food, and reasonable prices.
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Up Thai
1411 2nd AveProbably one of the best Thai restaurants in Manhattan according to Yelp reviews and one of my favorites in the area. Great ambiance and decor, great food, and reasonable prices.
My favorite spot for quick take-out food. Great for everyday food (buffet style), salads, sandwiches and desserts.
Le Gourmet Manhattan
1267 1st Ave.My favorite spot for quick take-out food. Great for everyday food (buffet style), salads, sandwiches and desserts.
French bakery shop - great baguette and pastry spot. Can get a little crowded during weekends if you're trying to sit down.
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Maison Kayser
1294 3rd AveFrench bakery shop - great baguette and pastry spot. Can get a little crowded during weekends if you're trying to sit down.
Essentials
Perhaps the best quality-price ratio for grocery stores in the area.
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The Food Emporium
810 8th AvePerhaps the best quality-price ratio for grocery stores in the area.
Gourmet grocery store (if you're in the market for pricier things you can't find at Food Emporium)
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Grace's Marketplace
1299 2nd AveGourmet grocery store (if you're in the market for pricier things you can't find at Food Emporium)