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A selection of the best from New York food fans by Food Network Magazine Marketing

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3. New Restaurant 4. Cheap Eats 5. Takeout 6. Kid- Friendly 7. Brunch 8. Cheese Shop 9. BBQ 10. Tapas 14. Wine Bar 15. After-Hours Bar 16. Happy Hour 17. Cocktails 18. Martini

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HeaLtHY sNaCKs
26. Salad Bar 27. Smoothie 28. Yogurt

aLFResCO
36. Outdoor Dining 37. Place to Picnic

VegaN & VegetaRIaN

38. Falafel 39. Vegetarian 40. Vegan

sWeets
29. Sweet Treats 30. Cupcake 31. Ice Cream

QuICK BItes
19. Whole Pizza 20. Pizza by the Slice 21. Hot Dog 22. Hot Pretzel 23. French Fries 24. Sandwich 25. Coffee

sPeCIaL eVeNts
41. Daytime Party 42. Late-Night Eats 43. Date Spot

MaRKets & FestIVaLs

32. Food Truck 33. Food Festival 34. Food Market 35. Farmers Market

DRINKs
11. New Bar 12. Bar 13. Rooftop Bar

Best New Restaurant

1. Marea 240 Central Park South, NYC The old San Domenico space on Central Park South. Its definitely a special-occasion restaurant, but my God is it worth a visit. The dcor is striking but comfortable; the amber marble bar is beautiful. The menu concentrates on Italian seafood and everything is sublime. This might be the best meal I have ever had in New York, thanks to the Sea Urchin and Rock Shrimp Pasta and Dover Sole. The Lobster and Burrata appetizer is also killer, and I love the homemade chocolates they give you for dessert. (Nick, 27) 2. MoMofuku SSM Bar 207 2nd Ave, NYC

The yummiest noodle bar in the city. My fave is their Momofuku Ramen. They pour some serious cocktails at this place as well. (David, 28) 3. Sorella 95 Allen St, NYC Best risotto in town and wines from Italy. Insane! (Rachel, 32)

6. aBC kiTChen 35 E 18th St, NYC One of ABC Carpet and Homes eateries. I love the fact that they use local, organic ingredients. Their lemonade vodka drink is to die for. (Kim, 33) 7. MineTTa Tavern 113 MacDougal St, NYC Definitely try the Black Label Burger. Its in a class of its own. Drinks are tasty: The Murray Sour is my favorite. Dont mind the snooty staff, the scene is fun and filled with celebs. (Pete, 30) 8. kenMare 98 Kenmare St, NYC Great food, great scene, in a great part of town. (Sam, 37)

4. The ColleCTive 1 Little W 12th St, NYC The dcor is very cool. They enlisted artists from eBay, Etsy and Craigslist to design the inside. Must try the Blue Cheese Tater Tots. Drinks are awesome as well! (Emma, 28) 5. DuTCh Boy Burger 766 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn The most delicious burgers in all of New York! The Lamb Burger is my fave and their milkshakes are so thick you have to use a spoon! Yum! (Felix, 35)

Best Cheap Eats

1. reBar 147 Front St, Brooklyn Rebars lunch break is insane! You get a huge half-pound artisanal burger (or pulled pork, grilled cheese, etc.), fries or a salad and a bottomless fountain soda for $8. (Tara, 26) 2. Joya 215 Court St, Brooklyn Huge portion, Drunken Noodle is deliciously spicy and cheap! Joya has a great atmosphere and garden seating in the back, too. feliCia PeSiS: Food Network Magazine, Ad Sales Assistant 3. JaCkSon hole 232 E 64th St, NYC A little bad for you but so good... Best burgers and steak fries! (Tim, 37) 4. la SuPerior 295 Berry St, Brooklyn $2 tacos daily and its the best Mexican in New York (IMHO)! (Megan, 36) 7. huMMuS PlaCe (MulTiPle loCaTionS) For the delicious variations of hummus. The hummus with extra chickpeas on top is to die for and the pitas mmmm, mmmm, good! (Morgan, 29) 8. Big niCkS BurgerS 2175 Broadway, NYC Open 24 hours and super cheap. The waffle fries are a local fave! (Felix, 35) 9. ChelSea PaPaya 171 W 23rd St, NYC Part of the Papaya chain but still so good especially late at night. The chili cheese fries and corn dog are a must-have! (Hillary, 29) 10. Pio Pio 8 604 Tenth Ave, NYC Best place for Peruvian Chicken! Sangria is great as well! (Gerry, 33) 11. TorriSi iTalian SPeCialTieS 250 Mulberry St, NYC Fresh mozzarella drizzled with olive oil and sea salt! They make it to order and its still warm when its served to you. CeleSTe Chun: Food Network Magazine, Ad Services

5. Corner BiSTro 331 W 4th St, NYC Burgers are $6, beers are $3, jazz music always plays. Enough said! (Anne, 29) 6. ginger houSe 330 7th Ave, NYC Very strong and cheap alcoholic drinks and really good inexpensive Chinese food. (Peter, 30)

Best Takeout
1. yuMMy houSe 76 3rd Ave, NYC The fastest Chinese food delivery place in the city. I order and 10 minutes later, theyre at my door. Their Sesame Chicken is the bomb! (Nick, 27) 2. MoTorino Pizza 319 Graham Ave, Brooklyn Williamsburgs best pizza: Neapolitan-style. Fast delivery. Pizza is piping hot! (Tim, 37) 3. flor De Mayo 484 Amsterdam Ave, NYC I always order out from Flor De Mayo. The food (especially the chicken) is so good. They have fast delivery and the food comes hot! (Gabe, 31) 4. CafeTaSia 38 E 8th St, NYC Crispy Half Chicken coated with Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce! Dont forget to order the Thai Style Cole Slaw and Sticky Rice to complete the meal. anDrew graSSi: Food Network Magazine, Assistant to the Publisher 5. PreM-on Thai 138 W Houston St, NYC Fast delivery, food comes hot and they have the best Panang Curry and Pad Thai! (Emma, 28) 6. BlT Burger 470 6th Ave, NYC The tastiest gourmet burgers to go. Never soggy, even the waffle fries! So good. (Sam, 37)

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1. SChillerS 131 Rivington St, NYC Its cheap, they have delicious food and my daughter loves their French toast. When I make it for her, she tells me to make it like Schillers! (Rita, 41) 2. BuTTerMilk Channel 524 Court St, Brooklyn A lovely kid-friendly spot in Carroll Gardens that has a yummy special menu for kids. My nieces love this place. They feel they are treated with love and care. (Kellie, 33) 3. SweeTiePie 19 Greenwich Ave, NYC When you walk in to Sweetiepie, you think youre walking in to Barbies kitchen. Its pink, pretty and just every little girls dream eatery. (Emma, 28)

4. PeanuT BuTTer & Co. 240 Sullivan St, NYC A wide variety of PB sandwiches from the traditional to the wacky! For parents, they have other types of sandwiches, like turkey and tuna. (Tabitha, 35) 5. SerenDiPiTy 3 225 E 60th St, NYC Loud, fun dcor and they have the frozen hot chocolate, every kids (and adults) fave. (Kim, 33) 6. aliCeS Tea CuP 102 W 73rd St, NYC My kids love it here. Its like right out of a fairy tale. They absolutely love the scones! I love the Mad Hatter and Chocolate Mint Tea! Yum. (Taryn, 40)

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Best Brunch
1. ClinTon STreeT Baking CoMPany 4 Clinton St, NYC No contest. Theres a reason why its always a two-hour wait. Go when they open at 9 a.m. for stellar biscuits, blueberry pancakes and truffle scrambled eggs. (Nick, 27) 2. eaST of eighTh 254 W 23rd St, NYC Its super recession-friendly $14.95 for a meal, coffee and a drink! Score! They are the masters of the eggs Benedict market. Such an incredible selection too. (Megan, 36) 3. hk 523 9th Ave, NYC They just opened up their roof, which looks and feels great. They offer unlimited mimosas, champagne, Bloody Marys, etc.! Order the pancakes or Lobster Eggs Benedict. (Felix, 35) 4. nook 746 9th Ave, NYC The name says it all. Although it is a small BYO located in Midtown West, this is one place you will not want to pass by. The Tuscan Chicken is stuffed with spinach and ricotta cheese with a light parmesan sauce. Also, try the Mushroom Cigars. Theyre as good as it gets. kelSey STokeS: Food Network Magazine, Marketing 5. revel 10 Little W 12th St, NYC Enjoy a meal special with two drinks of your choice (for just $40). Get the Basil Bloody Mary so darn good! Love the French toast as well. Its also one of the best patio experiences in the Meatpacking District. (Theron, 35) 6. ShoPSinS aT eSSex STreeT MarkeT 120 Essex St, #16, NYC Shopsins has some of the most creative pancakes and they are beyond tasty. I love the Slutty Cakes (peanut butter-pumpkin-spices) and Mac and Cheese Pancakes (dont diss until you try them). My friends all go crazy over the Bacon and Egg Pancakes, with scrambled eggs and bacon pressed into the batter. They moan when they eat them. (Nick, 27) 7. SunBurnT Cow 137 Ave C, NYC Unlimited brunch cocktails: Bloody Marys, mimosas, etc.! The Buttermilk Banana Pikelets are quite tasty, as is the Crab Eggs Benedict! (Peter, 30) 8. Jane 100 W Houston St, NYC Their Crme Brle Battered French Toast is worth the typical 45-minutes wait on Sundays. Incredible! (Rachel, 32) 9. SugarCane 238 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn Great Trinidadian food, with a modern twist. (Kim, 33) 10. exTra virgin 259 W 4th St, NYC You go for one thing and one thing only: the Caramelized Banana French Toast! You will dream about it! (Deb, 30) 11. TiPSy ParSon 156 9th Ave, NYC Great brunch menu. Everything on it is awesome, especially the Monkey Bread and the biscuits to die for! (Anne, 29) 12. BeaCh Cafe 1326 2nd Ave, NYC Inexpensive, fantastic service and healthy omelets and scrambles. (Kim, 33) 13. BuBByS 120 Hudson Street New York, NY 10013 The best brunch I ever had was at Bubbys in Tribeca, NYC because their buttermilk biscuits are so deliciously addicting that you are stuffed before ordering your meal. Tiana kulik: Food Network Magazine, Marketing Intern

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Best Cheese Shop

1. MurrayS CheeSe 254 Bleecker St, NYC Murrays has the best selection by far. Plus, they sell great food to go with their cheeses, too. They have awesome Cheesecake Brownies and Baked Cheese Twists. (Nick, 27) 2. SaxelBy CheeSeMongerS aT eSSex STreeT MarkeT 120 Essex St, #17, NYC I adore this little stand. They know their cheese. Love their grass-fed milk. (Rachel, 32) 3. whole fooDS (MulTiPle loCaTionS)

I am a huge fan of the cheese bar at Whole Foods. I love that you can taste test the cheese before buying and the staff is totally knowledgeable. (Monica, 35)

Best BBQ
1. hill CounTry 30 W 26th St, NYC Huge portions, communal tables and the best menu from the Longhorn Mac and Cheese to the Sweet Potato Bourbon. The cow ribs are delish as well! (Gabe, 31) 2. DinoSaur Bar-B-Que 646 W 131st St, NYC This place is worth the trek. I mean I have never had such amazing BBQ ever! Their spice-rubbed wings are mouthwatering (you must order these if you go) and I also love their fried green tomatoes. (Maria, 34) 3. DaiSy MayS 623 11th Ave, NYC The best Ive had in the city. Try the sweet tea, pulled pork and baked beans mmmmmmmm! (Yvonne, 26) 4. Cowgirl 519 Hudson St, NYC Their Black-Eyed Pea Salsa is a must-order! Love their biscuits too! (Jim, 37) 5. QualiTy MeaTS 57 W 58th St, NYC Not only is this high-end but poorly named restaurant one of Manhattans finest steakhouses, its also one of the most elegant. No boys club cherry wood/leather furniture here its more like a posh VIP Lounge. The excellent cut of Porterhouse I had was cooked to perfection, but it was when the waiter came over and asked me to choose my ingredients for homemade steak sauce (which he made at my table) that I thought I died and went to heaven. aDaM roTh: Food Network Magazine, Marketing

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1. BoQueria (MulTiPle loCaTionS) Seamus Mullen does a bang-up job at Boqueria. I prefer the expansive SoHo location. You must order Pimientos de Padrn (peppers), Dtiles con Beicon (bacon-wrapped dates). (Kevin, 38) 2. PiPaS TaPaS Bar 38 E 19th St, NYC The ambiance of this place is ridiculous. There are many, many gorgeous chandeliers to look at. Order the calamari, Pulpo Gallego and definitely the sangria. Amazing! (Monica, 35) 3. Tia Pol 205 10th Ave, NYC Very authentic tapas and wine selection. Love their chorizo! (Theron, 35) 4. lizarran 45 Mercer St, NYC Love this place beautiful inside. I loved two dishes specifically that I tell everyone who goes there to order: ham-wrapped chunk of sweet banana, and the juicy chorizo sausage paired with a slice of grilled bell pepper. Yum. (Chris, 27)

5. DeguSTaTion 239 E 5th St, NYC The best tapas in town. The Chocolate Pudding with Banana Cream and Salty Rice Puffs was dreamy so was the Caramelized Torrija with Strawberry. The Lamb Loin melts in your mouth. Cool vibe as well. Go now! (Tabitha, 35) 6. Sala 344 Bowery, NYC Amaaaaazing sangria, the best in the city! Fried Goat Cheese and Honey, Steamed Mussels, Bacon-Wrapped Dates are the must-order items on the menu. (Lene, 38)

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Best New Bar

1. The STanDarD BiergarTen 848 Washington St, NYC Easy to get in, long wooden tables, ginormous pretzels, awesome German beer selection. (Maria, 34) 2. MiSSion DoloreS 249 Fourth Ave, Brooklyn Love the open-air and greenhouse-style effect this place has. Lots of fun games to play like pinball machines and classic board games are on hand. The best part is dogs are welcome. (Anne, 29) 3. u2 karaoke 6 St Marks Pl, NYC 7. kingDoM 170 N 4th St, Brooklyn Love this new bar in Williamsburg. It combines the three things locals love about living there: cool clothing, live music and art oh and alcohol. Its a bar, yet also a boutique and a gallery! (Erika, 30) 8. The CounTing rooM 44 Berry St, Brooklyn Love this new bar in my neighborhood. There is an amazing wine bar upstairs and a tasty cocktail bar downstairs. The crowd is pretty cool as well. (Becki, 36) 9. uPSTairS aT The kiMBerly hoTel 145 E 50th St, NYC Outdoor patio with some of the best views of the city! Great place for after-work midtowners! (Stacey, 32)

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Great place to go with friends. Private booths with comfy couches, a catalog tens of thousands of songs deep, and yummy drinks to make the off-pitch singing tolerable! (Yvonne, 26) 4. DBgB 299 Bowery, NYC

Both a restaurant and a bar. Its Daniel Bouluds charcuterie and burger bar. The name stands for Daniel Boulud Gastro Bar and its located near the old CBGB. Great selection of beers and wines, but cocktails are available, too. (Nick, 27) 5. The ColleCTive 1 Little W 12th St, NYC You must order the Moscow Mule beer with vodka and cucumber so good. (Sean, 34) 6. la BiBlioTeCa 622 3rd Ave, NYC Four hundred different varieties of tequila need I say more? (Tom, 33)

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Best Bar
1. Mayahuel 304 E 6th St, NYC If you like tequila, you must make a stop here. Its like a Mexican speakeasy. They have a delicious cocktail with ros wine, muddled strawberries and tequila! Or go for classic cocktails and a taste of old New York (for a price). (Nick, 27) 2. The king Cole Bar aT The ST. regiS 2 E 55th St, NYC Its the home of the Bloody Mary, after all! Everyone needs to go there once. (Theron, 35) 3. PianoS 158 Ludlow St, NYC The live music is awesome, then the DJ comes on and the night gets even better. Great bar, great people and great happy hour. (Monica, 35) 4. MCSorleyS 15 E 7th St, NYC One of the only bars in NYC where beers are under $5, bartenders are old Irish men with no teeth, and they kick you out if you dont drink. (Nick, 27) 5. PDT 113 St Marks Pl, NYC A contemporary speakeasy whose name stands for Please Dont Tell. You have to know where this place is (entrance is inside Crif dogs) or else youre out of luck. Great vibe and drinks that do the job. (Gabe, 31) 6. Bua 122 St Marks Pl, NYC Its a small place and it gets pretty packed, but its a nice crowd and nice interior (dark, cozy, brick) and specialty drinks are surprisingly well-priced ($8$9). (Rachel, 32) 7. SouThS Bar 273 Church St, NYC The place is cute inside, with old movie theater seats at some of the tables. Cool place to chill with friends. Best nachos ever! (Kim, 33)

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8. B.eaST 171 E Broadway, NYC B.East has an underground sort of alley that leads you to this cool back-room bar, complete with great cocktails and a pretty good DJ. There is a space in the back where everyone is dancing and shaking their booties by midnight. (Gwen, 29) 9. nowhere Bar 322 E 14th St, NYC If youre a gay man, this place is like a candy store. Cuties galore! (Theron, 35)

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Best Rooftop Bar

1. The DelanCey 168 Delancey St, NYC The roof comes off at this downtown party house sporting the finest views. Great cocktail list as well! (Emma, 28) 2. Soho houSe 29-35 Ninth Ave, NYC The rooftop pool is why you go and the atmosphere. Great-looking people. (Tom, 33) 3. BooM BooM rooM aT The STanDarD 848 Washington St, NYC Stunning views! Every seat had a floor-toceiling view of New York City. (Chris, 27) 4. 230 fifTh 230 5th Ave, NYC A more democratic experience than the other sceney NYC rooftop bars. Its really big and roomy. Great for big parties. (Omar, 32) 5. highBar 251 W 48th St, NYC If you can deal with the less-than-friendly staff, the rooftop is spectacular. Especially if you can get the roomy lounge-bed. (Peter, 30) 6. Sky rooM 330 W 40th St, NYC The highest rooftop in Manhattan so you can imagine the views. Everyone is talking about this summer hot spot! (Jenny, 29) 7. a60 60 Thompson St, NYC If you can get in, this rooftop bar rocks. (Nick, 27) 8. PreSS lounge aT ink48 hoTel 653 11th Ave, NYC The views on this West Side rooftop are just insane! My friends and I come here after work. They have pretty inexpensive wine and really pretty people. Just dont wear shorts or flip-flops you wont get in. (Eric, 33)

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Best Wine Bar

1. Terroir 413 E 12th St, NYC Every glass of wine Ive ever had here has been exceptional. Great apps and paninis. Cool music always playing. (Tim, 37) 2. Clo aT The TiMe warner CenTer 10 Columbus Circle, NYC People come here for a really informative, futuristic experience. You get a card when you arrive that you use at enomatic stalls. All the info about the wines is projected on the table and they have a touch technology so you can thumb through them all. (Maria, 34) 3. Pure fooD anD wine 54 Irving Pl, NYC Great wine, amazing sangria, and if youre hungry, the lasagna is superb. (Deb, 30) 4. Ten BellS 247 Broome St, NYC Wines are all-natural, organic and produced using biodynamic and sustainable methods. So tasty and so good pure! (Lene, 38) 5. Brookvin 381 7th Ave, Brooklyn My fave wine bar in New York. I live in Manhattan but travel to Brooklyn just for their pinot selections. (Yvonne, 26) 6. BarCiBo 2020 Broadway, NYC Lovely wines, cozy spot, great service, amazing food! You must go! (Monica, 35) 7. PuDDing SToneS weST village 48 Carmine St, NYC Delish flights and small plates. The hummus is insane! (Kim, 33) 8. anfora 34 8th Ave, NYC Charming dcor, one of the most impressive wine lists and just a cool place to hang with a loved one. (Anne, 29) 9. v Bar 132 1st Ave, NYC My go-to wine bar. Great staff that knows how to pair wines with food. Awesome! (Jenny, 29) 10. in vino 215 E 4th St, NYC Love the vibe here and the wine is fantastic. They have food to complement each wine they offer. So good! (Morgan, 29) 11. inoTeCa 98 Rivington St, NYC This place is by far the best wine bar in the city. There is a reason its always packed. They know their wine and truly listen to what you like. I loved their gorgonzola and grapesto.die.for! (Gwen, 29) 12. BourgeoiS Pig 111 E 7th St, NYC Their selections of wine and fondue are to die for! (Megan, 36)

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Best After-Hours Bar

1. CafeTeria 119 7th Ave, NYC Open all night, and after the bars, everyone comes here for more drinks and yummy eats! The bar gets a pretty good crowd after hours. (Taunya, 31)

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1. verlaine 110 Rivington St, NYC $4$6 drinks until 10 at night! Their lychee martinis are delish! (Tabitha, 35) 8. Bua 122 St Marks Pl, NYC Happy hour at this hot spot starts at 4 p.m. and features $5 cocktails and $4 beers and well drinks. My friends and I grab one of the tables and catch up on the week without going broke! Love Bua! (Monica, 35) 9. BoaT BaSin W 79th St at the Hudson River, NYC The most popular summer time happy hour the breezy open-air patio has a magnificent view of the Hudson River. (Michael, 37) 10. BennyS BurriToS 113 Greenwich Ave, NYC $3 margaritas need I say more? Run, dont walk! (Tim, 37) 11. CaliCo JaCkS 800 2nd Ave, NYC You buy $15$20 bracelets, enabling you to drink through the night. On Thursdays or Fridays they have cool guest bartenders like guys from The Bachelorette. Ladies love this place. (Rachel, 32) 12. Sazon 105 Reade St, NYC Great Puerto Rican cuisine and wonderful sangria and cocktails. Also has karaoke on Thursdays. Wall Street crowd. (Anne, 29) 13. BaMBoo 52 344 W 52nd St Happy hour till 9 p.m. Martinis are half-price! Great crowd of young professionals. (Peter, 30)

2. SPiTzerS Corner 101 Rivington St, NYC Great beer selection and amazing truffle mac and cheese! (Taunya, 31) 3. The frying Pan Pier 66, NYC

Reasonable prices, plus its on a barge in the water. (Kim, 33) 4. urge lounge 33 Second Ave, NYC Its a gay bar that has happy hour seven days a week from 4 to 10 p.m. You cant find that anywhere else. (Felix, 35) 5. BoxCar lounge 168 Ave B, NYC Cool, friendly vibe and they offer two-forone specials from 4 to 8 p.m. on most items, Monday through Thursday. (Mark, 39) 6. The anChor 310 Spring St, NYC All you can drink for a flat $20 love this happy hour! Really cool, upscale crowd! (Maria, 34) 7. MaD river 1442 3rd Ave, NYC Great bar for live music, $2 Bud Light drafts, $2 mixed shots and $4 well drinks. They have weekly specials and themed events too! Really fun place. (Omar, 32)

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Best Cocktails
1. Milk anD honey 134 Eldridge St, NYC 6. MerCaDiTo 179 Ave B, NYC Their tequila mojitos are lethal but a must! (Rachel, 32) 7. vynl 754 9th Ave, NYC Amazing summer drink menu light and refreshing including the mysterious 75-calorie margarita. (Nick, 27) 8. golDBar 389 Broome St, NYC Tough door, best on Sundays. The bartenders know how to pour and mix hence why the drinks are so pricey! (Gabe 31) 9. raineS law rooM 48 W 17th St, NYC Its a bar decorated like a kitchen with the most delicious cocktails. They have cozy nooks and old-school cocktail books that you can look through. The New Yorker Highball is a must second-best is the Islay Daiquiri! Visit the bathrooms as well to see the porninspired wallpaper. Everyone pays more than one visit to get an eyeful. (Peter, 30) 10. The loBBy aT The aCe hoTel 20 W 29th St, NYC Great crowd and selection of cocktails. Those bartenders can pour seriously! (Theron, 35) 11. flaTiron lounge 37 W 19th St, NYC Swanky atmosphere and fabulous cocktails. Julie Mahoney: Food Network Magazine, Marketing

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Basically anything with Sasha Petraskes name on it is cool. There are several bars that produce cocktails of equal quality, but his places have revived the freshly concocted cocktail movement. You tell them what you like to drink or what kind of mood you are in and they create drinks for you from their bag of tricks. The Blackberry Rickey is oh so YUM. Youll need the secret number for Milk and Honey, which makes it more enticing. (Jen, 30) 2. aPoThke 9 Doyers St, NYC This hidden bar in Chinatown mixes up some of the most innovative cocktails, including those with egg whites and fire (yes, fire!), making quite the show. JeSSiCa nureMBerg: Food Network Magazine, Ad Sales 3. vinTage 753 9th Ave, NYC The greatest martini selection in any bar in NYC. The prices are reasonable too. (Lee, 29) 4. The ColleCTive 1 Little W 12th St, NYC

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All who come here know about the Moscow Mule beer with vodka and cucumber so good. Try it! (Taunya, 31) 5. The Park 118 10th Ave, NYC Great drink names (The Cougar and my fave, Love You Long Time), a little pricey, but you wont need to spend much the drinks are very strong! (Maria, 34)

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1. loBBy Bar aT The ManDarin orienTal 80 Columbus Circle, NYC Steep prices, but you get two drinks in one from your own mini shaker and the views of Central Park are to die for. (Lene, 38) 2. liTTle BranCh 22 7th Ave S, NYC The most talented mixologists in NYC! The bartenders ask you what you like and then work their magic! They made me a dirty martini that was epic! The live jazz is always special as well. (Jen, 30) 3. B flaT 277 Church St, NYC Hands down, the best martini in the city! The dirtier, the better! (Hillary, 29) 4. angelS Share 8 Stuyvesant St, NYC Between the lychee martini and the bacon-infused martini, this place is a must for the daring martini drinker. (Monica, 35) 5. kingSwooD 121 W 10th St, NYC Strong and stiff martinis! Just as they should be. (Tim, 37) 6. BillyS Bakery 184 9th Ave, NYC The Red Devil is evil! EVIL! Go there just for that! (Tabitha, 35)

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Best Whole Pizza

1. griMalDiS 19 Old Fulton St, Brooklyn Best brick-oven, thin-crust pizza by far! They have the crust down to a science and the cheese, you can taste the cheeses freshness. Dont mind the line coming out the door its typical and worth the wait. (Jess, 30) 2. la Pizza freSCa 31 E 20th St, NYC The most authentic Neapolitan pizza besides what you get in Italy. Which is why it is the only pizza place in the city verified by the Associazione Vera Pizze in Italy. Go NOW! (Sam, 37) 3. gooDfellaS 1817 Victory Blvd, Staten Island Try their Vodka Pizza! Its one of those foods you dream about! (Felix, 35) 4. roSaS Pizza 629 2nd Ave, NYC Best sauce in the city. Their margherita is delicious. Great chicken parm as well! (Anne, 29) 5. luCali 575 Henry St, Brooklyn Good luck getting a seat in Jay-Z and Beyoncs favorite pizza spot. faBian CaSTro: Food Network Magazine, Marketing

6. SalS Pizzeria 369 Broome St, NYC A plain slice is totally amazing. But the Broccoli Rabe White Pizza oh, please, it should be illegal. The fried calzone is a must as well! (Karen, 32) 7. loMBarDiS 32 Spring St, NYC Always delicious thin crust, amazing sauce and the cheese dont get me started. Best pizza in NYC by far! (Yvonne, 26) 8. Pizza gruPPo 186 Ave B, NYC The best thin-crust pizza I have ever had! (Theron, 35) 9. l&B SPuMoni garDenS 2725 86th St, Brookyln Spumoni Gardens pizza is the best thing I have ever eaten! It is a deep-dish Sicilian pie with a crisp outer edge and a gooey middle. The pizza makers layer the sauce over the mozzarella. Pure genius! aMy lane: Food Network Magazine, Marketing

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4. veloCe Pizza 103 First Ave, NYC The best Sicilian pizza in a city of thin slices. (Peter, 30) 5. frannyS 295 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn The best wood-burning-oven pizza in Brooklyn! (Kim, 33) 6. arTiChoke BaSilleS Pizza & Brewery 328 E 14th St, NYC I will remember the day I had the Spinach Artichoke Pizza slice for the rest of my life. SaSha kraveTz: Food Network Magazine, Ad Sales Assistant 7. ninoS 131 St Marks Pl, NYC 1. JoeS Pizza 7 Carmine St, NYC Huge, hot delicious slices. If you want to experience real New York pizza, its here at Joes! (Nick, 27) 2. TonyS Pizza 355 Graham Ave, Brooklyn Insane calzones! Try the Baked Ziti Pizza its the best concoction on planet Earth! (Felix, 35) 3. BleeCker ST Pizza 69 7th Ave S, NYC This is why New Yorkers say they have the best pizza in the country! The greatest pizza I have ever had! Love their sauce! (David, 28) Hot, cheesy and crispy dough. I even eat the crust. SO good! (Emma, 28)

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Best Hot Dog

1. Crif DogS 113 St Marks Pl, NYC The Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dog OMG! Try it, people, you wont be sorry. Pair the dog with their insane tater tots! They also serve these hot dogs at the speakeasy within (you pass through the phone booth) called PDT. (Omar, 32) 2. grayS PaPaya 539 8th Ave, NYC Its an old fave, but I keep coming back for the best dog in the city. Nothing needs to be on these dogs; theyre good plain! Quality. (Gabe, 31) 3. The ruSTy knoT 425 West St, NYC You go here for one reason and one reason only the pretzel dog! You wont eat a regular dog again. Delish! (Paige, 31) 4. Bark hoT DogS 474 Bergen St, Brooklyn These dogs are cooked in butter and then placed in a beautifully buttery bun. Thats what makes them so good! The Chili Cheese Hot Dog is an out-of-body experience. (Laura, 35) 5. Shake ShaCk aT MaDiSon SQuare Park E 23rd St & Madison Ave, NYC The Bird Dog (chicken-and-apple hot dog) is so, so delicious! (Gerry, 33) 6. DogMaTiC gourMeT SauSage SySTeM 26 E 17th St, NYC The best wursts I have ever had. They only serve five types of wursts topped with trippy sauces. (Omar, 32) 7. aSia Dog aT SuMMer STage During The week anD The Brooklyn flea MarkeT on SaTurDayS Hot dogs Asian-style! So different, yet so delicious! Try the Sidney its a Thai-style dog with relish, mango, cucumber and crushed peanuts. So great! (Michelle, 33)

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Best Hot Pretzel

1. SigMunD PreTzel ShoP 29 Ave B, NYC Totally German-style and fun. You must come here if youre a hot pretzel fan. Try the soft/ hot gruyere paprika with honey mustard and beet dipping sauces. (Gwen, 29) 2. leDerhoSen 39 Grove St, NYC We got a round of pretzels and they were perfect: hot, salty and the dipping sauce was honey mustard! Freakin phenomenal! (Eric, 28) 3. loreley reSTauranT & BiergarTen 7 Rivington St, NYC Come here for the pretzels and beer garden. Do not skip the pretzels. They make your taste buds and tummy very, very happy. (Rachel, 32)

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Best French Fries

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1. rue 57 60 W 57th St, NYC Thick and crispy on the outside, but soft and fluffy on the inside. And so well seasoned just perfect! (Megan, 36) 2. BalThazar 80 Spring St, NYC There is a reason Bobby Flay said Balthazars French fries were one the best things hes ever eaten. They are incredible! The fries are served with a homemade mayo dipping sauce! You must dip them immediately. This magic sauce catapulted the flavor of the fry to another level. (Monica, 35) 3. PoMMeS friTeS 123 2nd Ave, NYC Fresh Belgian French fries made to order, with a choice of over 40 dipping sauces. UN-REAL! (Stacey, 32) 4. Brooklyn Bowl 61 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn Thin-cut, crispy French fries served with gravy and a crucial blend of aged provolone and sharp white cheddar. Its better than anything you have ever eaten. (Gabe, 31)

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5. The Coffee ShoP 29 Union Sq W, NYC Their herb fries are ridiculous! I go there just for the fries and so should you! (Morgan, 29) 6. overlook 225 E 44th St, NYC Crispy, tasty and comes with a delish mayo dip! (Omar, 32) 7. The ColleCTive 1 Little W 12th St, NYC The Disco Fries are incredible! These fries in a gravy sauce covered in cheese are something we should all treat ourselves to every now and again. Its soooo flavorful and delish. (Kim, 33) The Blue Cheese Tater Tots are something you have to order on this menu. Crispy, tasty tots with blue cheese infused in them. SICK! (Chris, 27)

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Best Sandwich

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1. ShoPSinS aT The eSSex STreeT MarkeT 120 Essex St, #16, NYC Amazing grilled cheese sandwiches! The best in NYC! (Omar, 32) 2. BaogueTTe vieTnaMeSe SanDwiCh ShoP 37 St Marks Pl, NYC Grilled pork chop sandwich the best thing ever! (Kim, 33) 3. ThiS liTTle Piggy haD roaST Beef 149 First Ave, NYC Best and juiciest roast beef! The That Way sandwich is a must-have! (Todd, 33) 4. wilfie & nell 228 W 4th St, NYC Best grilled cheese sandwich on a pullman loaf with caramelized onions and Monterey Jack cheese. leSlie BalDwin: Food Network Magazine, Ad Sales 5. BoTTino 246 10th Ave, NYC Their breads are delicious and their prosciutto and mozzarella taste like theyre straight from Italy. So good! Also, try their Ginger Mint Lemonade. (Sam, 37) 6. PorCheTTa 110 E 7th St, NYC The Porchetta sandwich is so delicious. A must for pork lovers! DeniSe golDfielD: Food Network Magazine, Marketing 7. MikeS Deli 2344 Arthur Ave, Bronx

The eggplant parm is worth the trip to this amazing deli in the Bronx. The sandwich called Bronx Tale is something made in heaven. Their selections of meats and cheeses are impressive. (Jon, 31) 8. PaSTiS 9 9th Ave, NYC The inner part of the Croque Monsieur sandwich is melt-in-your mouth cheesy goodness and the outside crust of the bread is all grilled and crunchy. Its the perfect textural and taste combo! You cannot put your fork down! Carrie Cullen: Food Network Magazine, Ad Sales

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Best Coffee
1. Caf gruMPy 224 W 20th St, NYC The best coffee in NYC by far. So fresh, they brew one cup at a time! (Lisa, 33) 2. oSlo Coffee Co. 133 Roebling St, Brooklyn Williamsburgs best coffee, hands down. So rich and flavorful. It makes my mornings and afternoon slump bearable! (Tiffany, 28) 3. rBC Coffee 71 Worth St, NYC Love the coffee at RBC! It reminds me of the coffee you get in Paris. Full-bodied, fresh and highly caffeinated. If youre in for a sinful treat, their Vietnamese coffee is the bomb. (Pete, 30) 4. ninTh STreeT eSPreSSo 700 E 9th St, NYC There is a reason this place is so popular. Best espresso in the city! I trek across town for their cappuccinos. (Mark, 29) 5. aMyS BreaD 672 9th Ave, NYC Serves llly coffee (yum) which you get in Europe. (Maria, 34) 6. Caf 27 250 W 27th St, NYC Rich and flavorful and they steam the milk for you. LOVE! (Tabitha, 35) 7. aBrao 86 E 7th St, NYC If you want to sip the best coffee in the city, you come to Abrao! And quite possibly the best cappuccino as well. (Gabe, 31)

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1. whole fooDS (in The TiMe warner CenTer) 10 Columbus Circle, NYC I have gone there a few days in a row and they switch out different veggies, salads, etc. so you get something new every day! Delish and so fresh! (Stacey, 32) 2. CiTy Bakery 3 West 18th St NYC The quality and creativity in their salad choices are awesome. Love their Thai eggplant and smoked tofu. So yummy! (Hillary, 29) 3. lifeThyMe 410 Sixth Ave, NYC Everything is organic and looks like it was just picked off the farm. Great juice bar as well! (Omar, 32) 4. ChoPT 24 E 17th St, NYC If youre a salad freak, this is the place to go! Lines are typically out the door, but its well worth the wait. They have something like 57 ingredients and 24 dressings. I spend a fortune here, but my stomach thanks me. (Kim, 33) 5. aMiSh MarkeT 731 9th Ave, NYC I eat here two to three times a week and never get bored. Really fresh and clean. I love their spinach balls and their bean salads are incredible. They are also not that expensive compared to other salad bars. (Cori, 36) 6. green Caf 147 E 60th St, NYC All salad toppings are free! (Pete, 30)

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Best Smoothie
1. norMaS aT le Parker MeriDien 119 W 56th St, NYC They give you a complimentary little smoothie with your meal, but its so damn good I always order a whole one. It must be their intelligent marketing gimmick. Flavors change daily. (Monica, 35) 2. energy kiTChen 1628 2nd Ave, NYC They make some amazing smoothies that are healthy! The Peanut Better smoothie is just a dream. (Kellie, 32) 3. JuiCe generaTion 117 West 72nd St, NYC They use fresh, local-when-possible, organic ingredients. The Coco Acai and I Love Watermelon smoothies are delicious. I go there at least once a week! You should too! (Lene, 38) 4. JuiCy luCy JuiCe Bar 85 Ave A, NYC No mystery fruit or syrups here its all natural. The Banana Chai smoothie is my fave. But Ive heard the Mango Ginger and Amazon Cherry smoothies are local faves. Need to try those next. Love this place! (Jenny, 29)

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Best Yogurt
1. forTy CarroTS aT BlooMingDaleS 1000 3rd Ave, 7th Fl Huge portions and their granola is delicious! (Michelle, 37) 2. Phileo yogurT (waS PreviouSly yogurTlanD) 267 Bleecker St, NYC Half the price of Pinkberry, twice as delicious and its all self-serve! Best yogurt in the city! (Yvonne, 26) 3. The greaT aMeriCan healTh Bar 35 W 57th St, NYC They have the best frozen yogurt in NYC and believe me I know my frozen yogurts. This is the only place in NYC that serves this particular brand Glace yogurt and it is soooo delish! Barri STern: Food Network Magazine, Ad Sales

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Best Sweet Treats

1. levain Bakery 167 W 74th St, NYC The best cookies, definitely. The oatmeal raisin is to die for. These cookies are so monstrous, they are like scones. (Steph, 32) 2. Brooklyn farMaCy 513 Henry St, Brooklyn When you walk in to this place, it takes you back to the 1950s. So cute. They have an old-school soda fountain, candy store and locavore grocery in one. The egg creams are delish! (Logan, 38) 3. MaDeleine PaTiSSerie 132 W 23rd St, NYC The most fabulous macaroons ever! (Sam, 37) 4. CeCi-Cela 55 Spring St, NYC The best French pastries, especially the croissants and lemon tarts. (Emma, 28) 5. Sugar SweeT SunShine 126 Rivington St, NYC For honest-to-God American cakes/ cobblers/pies/cupcakes (and excellent trifles)! (Maria, 34) 6. The STanTon SoCial 99 Stanton St, NYC An amazing dessert menu (esp. the warm doughnuts and cookies plate). (Nancy, 28) 7. SChillerS 131 Rivington St, NYC GO THERE NOW for their ridiculous Sticky Toffee pudding! (Taunya, 31) 8. Cavo 4218 31st Ave, Queens Cavo has a chocolate cake that Ive deemed sex in my mouth. (Rachel, 32) 9. venieroS 342 E 11th St, NYC Skip Little Italy (and the tourists) Venieros has the best sfogliatelle and Italian pastries Ive ever tasted! nikki zila: Food Network Magazine, Marketing 10. DoughnuT PlanT 379 Grand St, NYC Go for their Crme Brle donuts and Blackout Chocolate Cake donuts. You wont be sorry! (Stacey, 32) 11. CruMBS 321 Amsterdam Ave, NYC Honestly, they have the best devils food and carrot cake cupcakes, but be ready to consume 600 to 800 calories per cupcake. (Felix 35) 12. loCanDa verDe 377 Greenwich St, NYC Best lemon tarts on planet Earth. The buttermilk gelato is heavenly as well. (Kim, 33) 13. ParaDiS-To-go 114 4th Ave, NYC I cant go in without getting one of their addictive chocolate chips. (Theron, 35) 14. liDDaBiT SweeTS aT The Brooklyn flea One Hanson Pl, Brooklyn When you bite into these deliciously soft, toasty caramels, you also feel the slight crunch from the fine sea salt an unforgettable, gotta-have-more experience! They are definitely an upgrade from the Brachs standby. alliSon MCenTee: Food Network Magazine, Marketing 15. la grenouille 3 E 52nd St, NYC Saumon aux Lentilles Vertes du Puy! Also try the La Tourte Chaude au Chocolat! STaCy walker: Food Network Magazine, Ad Sales

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Best Cupcake
1. Sugar SweeT SunShine 126 Rivington St, NYC The pumpkin cupcake with cream cheese frosting is THE BEST THING ever. Their vanilla/buttercream frosting cupcake is also fantastic. (Maria, 34) 2. CruMBS 1675 Broadway, NYC The best red velvet cupcakes I have ever had! I should know, as I do cupcake tours with friends! (Kellie, 33) 3. Magnolia Bakery 401 Bleecker St, NYC The vanilla cake cupcake with chocolate buttercream frosting. HEAVEN! (Yvonne, 26) 4. Two liTTle reD henS 1652 2nd Ave, NYC The Brooklyn Blackout Cupcake is unforgettable! (Anne, 29) 5. BurgerS & CuPCakeS 458 9th Ave, NYC If you want something supersweet, try their cupcakes. Theyre yummy and you can get a burger to go with them! (Laura, 38) 6. BillyS Bakery 184 9th Ave, NYC The Red Devil is evil! EVIL! Go there just for that! (Tabitha, 35) 7. BuTTer lane 123 E 7th St, NYC Truly the best cupcakes in New York. The buttercream icing is amazing. I keep going back for more! ( Stephanie, 24)

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Best Ice Cream

1. groM 2165 Broadway, NYC Theyre a chain in Florence so you know theyre legit! I like the crema di grom, which is kind of like vanilla chocolate chip with mashed-up cookies in it. One word: SUPERB! (Nick, 27) 4. roManS 243 DeKalb Ave, Brooklyn The chocolate sorbet is so velvety-smooth, its lethal! (Theron, 35) 5. ConeS 272 Bleecker St, NYC Awesome fat-free sorbets that taste exactly like youre eating the fruit theyre made from. The gelato is amazing too. I love their unique flavors cognac yum! (Melissa, 35) 6. unCle louie gS 341 Graham Ave, Brooklyn I dream about their peanut butter Italian Ice cream. Their cheese cake ice cream is just insane. Best place ever! (Kim, 33)

2. MoMofuku Milk Bar 207 2nd Ave, NYC Their soft-serve is what gets my vote for best ice cream! The cream cheese frosting ice cream and cinnamon bun ice cream OMG, so GOOD! (Courtney, 38)

3. Brooklyn iCe CreaM faCTory 97 Commercial St, Brooklyn Great views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan skyline and the East River. Their peaches and cream ice cream is beyond good! Its like heaven. (Jen, 30)

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Best Food Truck

1. The BiSTro TruCk 5th Ave and 17th St, NYC You can basically get a bistro French meal on wheels here. (Nick, 27) 2. riCkShaw DuMPling TruCk Broadway between West 74th and 75th Sts, NYC Get the dumplings so good! (Felix, 35) 3. gyro/kaBoB TruCk 6th Ave and 51st St, NYC Youll know it when you see the line of people. Best gyros I ever had! Everything is so fresh! (Kim, 33) 4. TaCoS el iDolo W 14th St and Eighth Ave, NYC I am a serious Mexican foodie, and I will say this truck serves up the best tortas, quesadillas and soft tortilla tacos. You must try the Taco Arabe, an Arabian taco filled with spicy pork and lime. Dont let the line scare you Its worth the wait. (Erika, 30) 5. The TreaTS TruCk (moves every week so check out their schedule at treatstruck.com) Seriously the best truck driving the city streets. Definitely try the Caramel Creme Sandwich Cookie, the Pecan Butterscotch Bar and the Mexican Brownie. SO GOOOOOOOOOOOD! (Chris, 27) 6. Big gay iCe CreaM TruCk Broadway & 17th St, NYC One word: CHOINKWICH an ice cream sandwich with caramelized bacon in it. The Salty Pimp is my new fave: dulce de leche ice cream with chocolate and sea salt. Hunt this truck down NOW! (Tim, 38) 7. halal TruCk 53rd St and 6th Ave, NYC AMAZING and super cheap for the amount of food they give. Definitely order the lamb over rice, spicy, with white sauce. Yummo! (Maria, 34) 8. eDDieS Pizza (follow them on Twitter @EddiesPizzaNY for locations throughout the city) You have to follow this truck on Facebook/ Twitter to know where it will be located each day, but its worth it. Best part is an entire 10-inch bar pie is only 270 calories amazing! (Kim, 33) 9. STreeT SweeTS 1040 First Ave, NYC The chic Street Sweets truck can be spotted from a mile away with its turquoise and orange dcor. You cant afford to miss their delicious pastries ranging from croissants to brownies, not to mention the amazing coffee. The Street Sweets truck is sure to satisfy any sugar craving! Julia realMuTo: Food Network Magazine, Marketing Intern

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Best Food Festival

1. Share our STrengTh BenefiTing CiTy harveST anD MealS on wheelS The caliber of restaurants present and, of course, the causes make this a street festival worth the visit. (Hillary, 29) 2. The ChoColaTe Show (Nov. 1114, 2010) Metropolitan Pavilion 125 W 18th St, NYC This show is a must. Your chocolate addiction will be catered to all day here. Love it. (Taunya, 31) 3. inTernaTional fooD feSTival 46th St between 8th and 9th Aves Stretches over 20 blocks and has tons of food from local restaurants, as well as your typical street-fair food. (Kim, 33) 4. BBQ feST Madison Square Park (in June) 1 23rd St, NYC One of my fave festivals in the city. Pit masters from all over the country invade Madison Square Park for the weekend and show us New Yorkers what real BBQ is all about. (Jenny, 29) 5. San gennaro feSTival in liTTle iTaly (September 1626, 2010) Mulberry St, NYC I live for this Italian feast every summer. I remember going as a kid and getting a block of hard terroni. YUM. My faves are the cannolis and zeppoles. Food is love and so is this festival. (Stacey, 32) 6. weST inDian Day ParaDe (Sept 6, 2010) Utica Ave to Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn Some of the best Caribbean food vendors in NYC. (Kim, 33)

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Best Food Market

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1. DeSPaa 408 Broome St, NYC This place has imported cheeses, olives and meats from Spain. The bocadillos (sandwiches) there are insane: Try the Navarrico and the Picante! (Gabe, 31) 2. fairway (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS) The best selection and amazing prices. Aisles of fresh produce, aisles of cheese notice the plural there. Its amazing. Best bagels too! (Rachel, 32)

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3. reD hook MerCaDo 410 Van Brunt St, Brooklyn Great food Try the Soler papusas, Country Boys tacos, Grindhaus sausages! It was a vacant lot and now its been turned into a lovely beer garden with world-class outdoor food vendors. Love this place. (Jenny, 29)

4. kaluSTyanS 123 Lexington Ave, NYC A great selection of Southeast Asian and Indian spices. Check out their nuts and dried fruit aisle. SO yum! (Nick, 27) 5. The MeaT hook 100 Frost St, Brooklyn The free sausage samples are amazing. All of their meats come from grass-fed animals raised on local farms. The meats melt in your mouth. The service is incredible. (John, 36)

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Best Farmers Market

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1. union SQuare greenMarkeT 1 Union Sq W, NYC Its the biggest and bestest. I love it in the summer for tomatoes and in the fall for pie ingredients! (Rachel, 32) 2. new aMSTerDaM MarkeT South St between Beekman St and Peck Slip, NYC Go for the free samples (and there are a lot). Theyre such a big draw, but seriously, this market is upscale and delish! (Kim, 33)

3. granD arMy Plaza greenMarkeT Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn Fresh jam samples are what I look forward to. But the fresh greens and goat cheese are also a plus! Love Brooklyn! (Lene, 38)

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Best Outdoor Dining

1. DoS CaMinoS (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS) Both Dos Caminos in Meatpacking District and Soho have expansive patios and kick-ass margaritas, not to mention the citys best and freshest guacamole! (Theron, 35) 2. MoranDi 211 Waverly Pl, NYC Good location for people watching, plus amazing Italian food and a large outdoor seating selection. Get the burrata! (Chris, 27) 3. BoBo reSTauranT 181 W 10th St, NYC The outside patio makes you feel like youre in Paris (so does the dining room inside). Besides the romantic ambiance, the tuna appetizer and lobster rolls are a must! (Megan, 36) 4. The Park 118 10th Ave, NYC Its the place to be seen in the summertime. Tons of pretty people sipping cocktails and eating. Best sangria ever! (Emma, 28) 5. alMa 187 Columbia St, Brooklyn Best sunset-watching on the patio. In my opinion it also has the best Mexican food. The Chicken Mole is the tops in the city! (Sam, 37) 6. DuMonT 432 Union Ave, Brooklyn My fave spot is their big patio. Everyone goes during the summer and just hangs out. Tastiest burgers in New York! (Gabe, 31) 7. Da Silvano 260 Avenue of the Americas, NYC Great outdoor space right on the street for some serious people watching. I always see celebrities either eating here or walking by. Last week it was Kate Hudson eating gnocchi. Last month it was Matt Damon walking by with his wife. Love the food too! (Jenny, 29) 8. la BoTTega 363 W 16th St, NYC The Chinese lanterns, shade-giving trees and blue-and-white umbrellas it all feels so cozy. I love eating alfresco here. Its my summer spot! The pasta in squid ink is a must-try! (Laura, 38) 9. CookShoP 156 10th Ave, NYC Love to eat outside here on this quiet city street (of which there are not many). And one of the best brunch spots in the city. (Theron, 35)

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Best Place to Picnic

1. The graSSy knoll By The riTzCarlTon BaTTery Park Overlooking NJ and NY Harbor Its one of my best-kept secrets because nobody is down there on the weekends, the view is amazing and its just the ultimate escape. (Nick, 27) 2. SheePS MeaDow in CenTral Park West side, mid-park from 66th to 69th St Theres nothing better than Sheeps Meadow in Central Park under the trees or just out in the open! Great for friends to get together on a Sunday! (Kim, 33) 5. BryanT Park 500 5th Ave, NYC I love Bryant Park anytime but especially during Movies in the Park (on Mondays during the summer). My friend works across the street so she goes and gets a great spot and saves it for us. We all pick up food and share a great NYC night under the stars, watching a classic flick. (Morgan, 29) 6. huDSon river Park Battery Park to 59th St, NYC Not too crowded, amazing at sunset and a nice, cool, breeze. (Brenda, 34)

3. TurTle PonD, CenTral Park Located at the base of Belvedere Castle, just north of the Great Lawn Its a pond with turtles in it! So cool and lots of trees for shade. My friends and I meet there every Saturday afternoon. (Rachel, 32) 4. The highline Park Gansevoort St in the Meatpacking District to 34th St, between 10th and 11th Aves Love the flowers and plants just a great place to reflect and decompress. (Jill, 34)

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1. TaiM falafel 222 Waverly Pl, NYC Hands down the best falafel ever! The Roasted Red Pepper Ralafel is amazing! Also try the Ginger-Mint Lemonade! Nuff said. (Gabe, 31) 2. MaMounS falafel 119 MacDougal St, NYC There is a reason why there is a line coming out of this place. The falafel is incredible the best, in my opinion. Great flavor! So cheap too! (Lindsay, 35)

3. Caf rakka 38 Ave B, NYC Best falafel in NYC. Its flavorful and surrounded by fresh veggies in a pita. Yum! The hot sauce here rules too! (Chris, 27) 4. CriSP 684 3rd Ave, NYC Africa Falafel is why you need to go to Crisps! WOW I crave it as we speak! (Lene, 38)

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Best Vegetarian
1. CanDle Caf 1307 Third Ave, NYC Veggie trendsters dine here for good reason. Everything is so flavorful! The tofu club is incredible. Also, try the sweet-potato pie smoothieso good! (Tye, 33) 2. BhoJan vegeTarian inDian reSTauranT 102 Lexington Ave, NYC I love Indian food, but I am a veggie. Bhojan gives us veggies delightful dishes straight from India. (Ellie, 31) 6. CounTer 105 1st Ave, NYC The best vegan pancakes. Another thing on the menu to try: Heirloom Tomato and Watermelon Salad (with basil and aged balsamic vinegar). AMAZING! (Paige, 31)

3. hangawi 12 E 32nd St, NYC When you walk in to Hangawi, you feel instantly at ease. Its very Zen. They have the most calming waitstaff and by far the best vegetarian Korean food. (Maureen, 28)

4. angeliCa kiTChen 300 E 12th St, NYC I am NOT a veggie, but I go to Angelica Kitchen every other day practically. Everything is so tasty and fresh, and I love the overall vibe! (Monica, 35) 5. DirTy CanDy 430 E 9th St, NYC You have to go to Dirty Candy! The things to order: Jalapeno Hush Puppies, Kimchi Doughnuts and Goat Cheese Flan. Desserts such as Popcorn Pudding and Ricotta Fritters with Lemon Olive Oil Ice Cream are also INCREDIBLE! (Lene, 38)

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Best Vegan
1. goBo 401 6th Ave, NYC Im the biggest carnivore there is and I order from here all the time, but eating in is great, too. I am in love with the Ginger-Marinated Seitan. (Felix, 35) 2. SaCreD Chow 227 Sullivan St, NYC Check out the lunch bowl, listed under Heroes. For $10, you can get tofu/seitan/ meatballs, soba/brown rice, and broccoli/ collard greens. It is a great quantity for the cost. Love the intimate atmosphere at Sacred Chow. (Maureen, 38) 3. BaByCakeS 248 Broome St, NYC At this vegan bakery, doughnuts are baked, not fried, and made from ingredients like garbanzo-bean flour, arrowroot, potato starch and applesauce. The agave-sweetened brownies are GREAT! The cupcakes are a local fave as well. (Nick, 27) 4. CanDle 79 154 E 79th St, NYC This place needs to be on your must-visit place. When you order, get the stuffed avocado. You will thank me! (Theron, 35) 5. wilD ginger 380 Broome St, NYC I go here specifically for the Black Pepper Seitan and the Peanut Butter Bomb. Two of my fave foods in the city! (Mekai, 27) 6. lulaS SweeT aPoTheCary 516 E 6th St, NYC Best vegan ice cream must taste! (Paige, 31)

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Best Daytime Party

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1. BagaTelle 409 W 13th St, NYC Best day-party ever... if you can get a reservation. Its like Fabulous Eurotrash meets Spring Break in South Beach. Techno, French food and a ton of champagne. (Paige, 31) 2. haBana ouTPoST 757 Fulton St, Brooklyn Brooklynites come here to eat, drink and hang out outside all day! When summer comes, everyone is here! (Felix, 35) 3. waTer Taxi BeaCh 19 Fulton St, NYC Love this addition to the Seaport. Its nice having a drink or two while your toes are in the sand. Sunsets here are incredible! Love the lighted palm trees. (Tabitha, 35)

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Best Late-Night Eats

1. Blue riBBon BraSSerie 97 Sullivan St, NYC Oui, steak frites and artisanal cheeses until the wee hours You cant ask for much more! (Louis, 36) 2. Blue riBBon SuShi 119 Sullivan St, NYC My favorite sushi in NYC at all hours of the day. Open til 2 a.m. (Megan, 36) 4. Corner BiSTro 331 W 4th St, NYC Great late-night burgers and lots of fun fried stuff! (Morgan, 29) 5. yaffa Caf 97 St Marks Pl, NYC Always the to-go place after club-hopping in the East Village. The Avocado Salad is the most popular. (Nick, 27) 6. The Diner 44 9th Ave, NYC Besides the DJ spinning late at night, the burgers, the shakes and of course the Disco Fries are why you need to come here after barhopping! (Omar, 32)

3. ManaTuS 340 Bleecker St, NYC This restaurant with diner prices and a sexy appeal at night is a true gem! (Hillary, 29)

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Best Date Spot

1. fluTe graMerCy 40 E 20th St, NYC Its not as stuffy as the one in Midtown. The ambiance is reminiscent of Paris, champagne is the beverage of love, and the combo of the two can make sparks fly in the intimate, dimly lit velvet booth alcoves. (Nick, 27) 2. Sea Thai reSTauranT 114 N 6th St, Brooklyn 7. yerBa Buena 23 Ave A, NYC Charming, warm and romantic lighting! Great food as well! (Gabe, 31) 8. TanTi BaCi 163 W Tenth St, NYC Its tiny, romantic and you feel like youre in a caf in Italy! This is so popular on Valentines Day! (Kellie, 32)

Gorgeous Thai restaurant with incredible dcor and amazing prices on food and drinks. (Hillary, 29) 3. SuTeiShi 24 Peck Slip, NYC This area is very intimate. No big nightlife scene, but after dinner you can take your date out to the deck, walk around and enjoy the NYC skyline or water views. (Tim, 37) 4. liTTle owl 90 Bedford St, NYC Very cozy, on a beautiful corner in the heart of the West Village. Service and food are incredible. (Tabitha, 35) 5. The ChoColaTe rooM 86 5th Ave, Brooklyn I went on tons of dates here. Its every girls dream coffee, chocolate and wine. They pair the greatest wines with the yummiest chocolates. (Lene, 38) 6. The SPoTTeD Pig 314 W 11th St, NYC

The dim lighting makes for a cozy evening with your love! (Kim, 33)

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