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My New York City Favorites
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By
Abigail Shipps
I've lived in the city for a few years, and I love exploring new places and things to do! Here are a few of my core favorites, watch this list grow!
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My favorite go-to spot for Italian to share. Cash only!
Lil' Frankie's
Easy small plates that are always a crowd pleaser. Get the crispy tuna rice!
Ama Raw Bar East Village
The best burger, omelette and martini out there!
JG Melon
Woman owned!
TALEA Beer Co.: TALEA Beer Online Shop
Coffee shop that turns into a wine bar
Stella & Fly (@stella_and_fly_)
Nicest people in EV!
All The Kings Horses Cafe
Classic NYC!
Bethesda Fountain
A preserved Banksy in UES
The Maybe True Story of How Zabar's Saved a Banksy
The best variety of art in the city, there's something for everyone
MoMA
My favorite museum in NYC!
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The cherry blossoms are beautiful!
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
There are so many wonderful corners to explore
Central Park
Relax in this hidden Soho gem
Elizabeth Street Garden
An easy escape from the city
Rockaway Beach
Take your visitors here! Maybe a famous comedian will surprise the crowd
Comedy Cellar
Gorgeous interior
Village East by Angelika
Go Mets!
Citi Field
Brand-new arena for the Islanders
UBS Arena
Small but mighty venue for my favorite artists
The Mercury Lounge
Really great and large venue for concerts and comedians!
Brooklyn Steel
Love this studio
St. Marks Yoga
Books, coffee and wine
Book Club
My favorite market right off Central Park, and next to the Grand Bazaar!
77th/79th Street Greenmarket
The best market for thrifted finds
Grand Bazaar NYC
Classic old-time bowling alley with a bar and arcade games
The Gutter L.E.S.