New York City, NY | Episode 3

Located throughout the city, Matto Espresso Bar is a great choice no matter where you are in the city. With over 18 stores and 6 coming soon, you’re sure to find one near you! It’s really well-priced and quite possibly the cheapest coffee and pastry combos in the city.

Website | https://www.matto.com/

Instagram | @matto

This coffee shop has a mission of finding and serving the highest quality coffee brews at the fast-paced rate of your typical Starbucks or Dunkins. If you are visiting the city, be sure to download the app and get your free coffee! They are known for their blind date coffee made with oat milk and date syrup which is an absolute fan favorite so be sure to try it while you’re there!

Website | https://www.gregoryscoffee.com/

Instagram | @gregoryscoffee

This is New York’s most whimsical tea house! They serve tea along with lunch or dinner and they even have a great variety of vegan options. 

Website | https://www.alicesteacup.com/

Instagram | @alicesteacupnyc

Carmine's has been in business for over 30 years and is NYC's most-loved family-style Italian food.

Website | https://www.carminesnyc.com/

Instagram | @carminesnyc

This authentic Italian restaurant is located on 6th Avenue. They are cash-only but well worth that trip to the bank or ATM.

Website | https://www.barpitty.com/

Instagram | @barpitti

If you're traveling into the city and thinking of checking out this spectacular, award-winning Italian restaurant, you'll need to book a reservation about three months in advance. This is the type of restaurant people talk about.

Website | https://carbonenewyork.com

Instagram | @carbonefinefood

The best spot in the city for a bottomless boozy brunch.

Website | http://www.thecrookedknife.com/

Instagram | @ck14nyc

If you're looking for some really great, authentic, New York Pizza, Joe's is your place.

Website | https://www.joespizzanyc.com/

Instagram | @joespizzacompany

Are you a John Travolta fan? Have you seen Saturday Night Fever? Well, this is the restaurant where the famous lines "Two. Two. Lemme get two." were said.

Website | https://www.lennyspizza86.com

Coffee mugs, candles, food, and drink--all found under one roof. Check out Chelsea Market for the best eats and gifts!

Website | https://www.chelseamarket.com/

Instagram | @chelseamarketny

Visit Italy without leaving the city. Eatily is an Italian world with great, authentic Italian foods, cooking classes, wine tastings, and more! Head over the website to learn more and make reservations.

Website | https://www.eataly.com/us_en/stores/nyc-flatiron/

Instagram | @eatalyflatiron

From brunch to late-night VIP events, Caroll's Place is the place to be on a weekend night.

Website | https://www.carrollplacenyc.com/

Instagram | @carrollplacenyc

Located on 11th avenue, Porchlight is a great spot that packs a punch! They are known for their fun and flavorful punch cocktails that are unique to this location. Definitely check it out!

Website | https://www.porchlightbar.com/

Instagram | @porchlightbar

This is a unique arcade bar in that all the games are created and produced locally. This means that no other arcade will have these exact brands and types of games. This is a one-of-a-kind place that you should add to your next NYC trip itinerary!

Website | https://www.wonderville.nyc/

Instagram | @wondervillenyc

Cotton candy-topped pink pancakes, golden martinis, and exploding cakes are just a few aspects that gave this rooftop bar its name.

Website | https://moxytimessquare.com/dining/magic-hour-rooftop-bar-lounge/

Instagram | @magichourny

Citi Bike

For only $15 a month, Citi Bike lets you ride all over the city as often as you like! It’s a great, environmentally-friendly option to get you from point A to point B.

Website: https://citibikenyc.com/

 

Walking

The classic and true New Yorker way.

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Subway

This is another classic and quick way to travel around this city.

Website: https://new.mta.info/

The Color Factory

Website | https://colorfactory.co/

Instagram | @colorfactoryco

 

The Museum of Ice Cream

Website | https://www.museumoficecream.com/

Instagram | @museumoficecream

 

The Highline

An elevated park on an old rail line so you can see the whole city

Website | https://www.thehighline.org/

Instagram | @highlinenyc

SoHo 

SoHo stands for South of Houston Street and it’s NYC most popular shopping location. The Real Real, which is a high-end clothing rental brand has a flagship store here as well. You might also run into celebrities like Rihanna, Kendall Jenner, or Gigi Hadid while walking around SoHo.

 

Housing Works

Located in Long Island City, this thrift shop benefits homeless shelters throughout the city and is a great place to find some really trendy fits.

Website: https://eshop.housingworks.org

Instagram: @housingwork