Kate's Paperie
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

72 Spring St
New York, NY 10012

Srini V. writes: Kate's has a pretty good selection of diaries, journals, writing instruments and other stationery.  However, the service is often snooty, and the prices are way unattractive.

If I am in a bind to get stationery quickly, and if I happen to be in Soho,…

Super 8 Hotel Times Square
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

59 W 46th St
New York, NY 10036

Gourmet G. writes: Don't let the name steer you away - this definitely is not a typical Super 8. The only thing budget about this property are the rates - which start at an unbelievably low $99 - because this pre-war structure, the former Quality Hotel, has been…

Farfetched
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

110 4th Avenue
New York, NY 10003

Jessica F. writes: I agree this is a very handy shop.  At first glance it seems to be a card and gift store of the average NY-ish variety, but when you take a moment to really absorb it all, you see the real skill with which the store has been merchandised.  They carry…

Anne Watkins Watercolors

New York, NY 10079

Meryl C. writes: Anne is a calm and creative presence at any wedding. Her watercolors are painted quickly from life and capture the essence of their subjects. Graceful, fresh, elegant paintings record everything from children and animals at play to life's most…

Current Affair Music Inc
Neighborhood: Queens/Lindenwood

15727 87th St
Howard Beach, NY 11414

Meryl C. writes: Wow!  I can't say enough about John Napolitano and his band.  They truly made the wedding!   Incredible musicianship, fun vibe and flexibility are key and they have those qualities in spades.  The most common comment: The guests couldn't believe that…

Sanrio
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District, Manhattan/Fashion District

233 W 42nd St
New York, NY 10036

Rocky P. writes: I am going to Chicago to visit my former college roommate in two days and decided this afternoon that I was going to buy gifts for him and his wife at San Rio because :

1. His new wife LOVES Hello Kitty and all that cutesy animal stuff, and
2. He HATES…

Godfather Pizzeria Inc

200 State Route 10
East Hanover, NJ 07936

Scott W. writes: The third of my three absolute favorite spots for italian food, the godfather is quite unique.  At any given time you can walk in and find pizzas on display with combinations that no one would ever imagine, but just seem to work.  Their dinners are…

The Riverside Church
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Morningside Heights

490 Riverside Dr
New York, NY 10027

Sam P. writes: Man, it must be good to be God if it means people build buildings like this for you.  I suppose it must be good to be God for other reasons too, but whatever.  I am not a religious person in the slightest, and I was raised Jewish, but I've always…

Logos Book Store
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1575 York Ave Frnt
New York, NY 10028

Diana B. writes: An individual non-chain bookstore of the old kind, the kind sorely missed in NYC.

Scores
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chelsea

533 W 27th St
New York, NY 10001

Tina R. writes: Granted, this was the first club of its kind I've ever frequented. Granted, I'm a girl, and I'm straight. But still: they kept three young girls and two guys who knew people there outside the club for a while for no good reason (to make it look like…

Thalassa Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/TriBeCa

179 Franklin St
New York, NY 10013

Jeffrey L. writes: This is a beautiful restaurant.  Got reservations easy enough on Open Table.
You walk into a very nice bar, then we sat downstairs for dinner (work friends, group of 6).
FYI:  I think if we sat upstairs it would have been a different experience, just…

Le Grand Dakar
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Fort Greene, Brooklyn/Bedford Stuyvesant

285 Grand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238

LisaRoxanne W. writes: My favorite here is the red rice and the lamb is pretty good too!  As far as their mafe is concerned, I think I'm still partial to Joloff on Fulton Street, but I like the variety in this menu better - plus they have GREAT drinks.  I actually had to…

Shiki Sushi Japanese Restaurant

216 Glen St
Glen Cove, NY 11542

Ryan S. writes: Shiki is a shimmering pearl hidden in the vast, and predominately ugly, ocean of Glen Cove. The restaurant is small but the ambiance is great. The sushi is fresh and delicious, with some unique dishes... Try the sushi pizza.

The best aspect of Shiki…

La Belle Epoque
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

827 Broadway
New York, NY 10003

Gourmet G. writes: This stunningly decorated homage to Paris at the turn of the Twentieth Century is a stunning setting for outstanding New Orleans-style cuisine. Exposed brick walls, theatrical lighting, a painted tile floor, a pewter-topped bar, and vintage signage…

Arabelle
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

37 E 64th St
New York, NY 10021

MARIANA L. writes: The service is all class. A chef who visits his tables shows he actually cares.  A cauliflower pistacio espresso pre-appetizer, dumplings between our appetizer choice and the entree and then doll house sized desserts  are just of the few extra treats…

State Fair Superstore

229 Main St
Belleville, NJ 07109

Michele W. writes: The five stars I have given State Fair are all for Halloween. From September to October each year, State Fair IS Halloween. Costumes, gifts, decorations, accessories, makeup, music...they have it all, and in a much wider selection (and often, at a…

Papyrus
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

2157 Broadway
New York, NY 10023

Gourmet G. writes: An upscale chain store that offers an excellent selection of attractive greeting cards, gift wrap, accessories, and gifts. For those who haven't forsaken the nearly forgotten art of letter writing, there's a wide variety of fine stationery as well.

Dallas BBQ
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Fashion District

261 8th Avenue
New York, NY 10011

Patrick D. writes: Welcome to the land of big asses!

Having not had dinner, but rather 6 coronas at a local bar down the street, my companion and I were searching for something solid for our stomachs.  Let's face it, after that much beer, food is a necessity, unless you…

Balloon Saloon Inc
Neighborhood: Manhattan/TriBeCa

133 W Broadway
New York, NY 10013

Kate F. writes: I can't say anything about the balloons because I've never purchased any, however, this is a great little novelty and toy shop.  Come here to purchase gag gifts for adult friends, party favors for kids or adults, and a toy for a children's birthday.…

Europa Cafe
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

205 W 57th St
New York, NY 10019

Orlando E. writes: Breakfast time! Coming here was a good choice this morning. Getting up super early to take care of some work related items my gf and i stopped here as the Diner a couple of doors down wouldn't take CC. We stepped in at about 6:45 and were pleasantly…

Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Towers
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

301 Park Ave
New York, NY 10022

Joanna B. writes: Gorgeous! Or as Tick would say, "Faaaaaaaaabulous".
When I took my first trip to New York I stayed here. It is a tourist attraction in and of itself. My friend and I explored it on our own as the tours were over for the evening.

This hotel has it's own…

Over the Moon

102 Kraft Ave
Bronxville, NY 10708

Miki T. writes: First time here for lunch and i loved it... its a cute little cafe in cute little Bronxville!
They have everything from pastries to wraps to salads.
Its an AWESOME lunch spot!
The wrap i had was a Turkey, Cranberry Sauce, and Sweet Potatoe wrap... omg…

Mona Lisa Cafe

53 W Main St
Bogota, NJ 07603

Monica H. writes: Great little italian cafe in Northern NJ near the Hackensack River.  Yummy Portabello App (can be made vegan!).  Cavatelli and Broccolli in oil made to order.  And they have a cute little newborn to boot!
Mangia

Fuji Catering Svce

112 Rivington St Frnt
New York, NY 10002

Taiyo O. writes: Good eat for less

It is a good place for after the peak hours of delivery that is in the morning and early noon. This place used to be on Bowery and Grand St. Move to this location about a year ago. When my office used to be Lafayette and Grand, we…

House of Cards & Curiosities
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

23 8th Ave
New York, NY 10014

Michael S. H. writes: This literally has to be the coolest and cutest card shop that I've ever been to. Incredibly cluttered, and sometimes a bit crowded, but everything is just so interesting. Lots and lots of cards, gift wraps, ribbons and of course, the curiosities…

Patricia Field Hotel Venus Salon
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

382 W Broadway
New York, NY 10012

mayumi m. writes: ayumi is the best hair stylist EVER!!!! doesnt matter how you come to the salon, she will whip you in to a goddess. i've been going there for close to 5years and the few times i cheated on her, i always ended up going back to her. oh, and while you…

Lucerne Hotel
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

201 West 79th Street
New York, NY 10024

Miranda K. writes: This is my regular hotel in New York.  First of all, because it's in the Upper West Side, so it feels like I'm home rather than in the midst of all the tourist chaos.  I can walk out of the hotel, hop on the bus and go places, get on the subway at…

Grand Hyatt New York
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

109 E 42nd St
New York, NY 10017

Lisa F. writes: This hotel is a PBA! Public Restroom Alert! Shhh....

Novotel New York Hotel
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

226 W 52nd St
New York, NY 10019

Nick R. writes: Decent hotel with a prime location for NY. Close to just about everything and the tourist aspect was totally manageable while I was here. Room was a bit small, but well laid out and QUIET. Wow, being that close to Times Square, I was impressed. Great…

Paragon Restaurant World
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Little Italy

256 Bowery
New York, NY 10012

Jim C. writes: This used to be the only place to buy paper goods and restaurant equipment in the same place in New York. Of course, it has since been sold for, guess what? Luxury Condos.

Ripe New York
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

16 W 16th Street
Suite #9GN
New York, NY 10011

Bonika A. writes: Ripe is PHENOMINAL at putting together the perfect event tailored specifically to your needs. They have just put my wedding together and it was the most perfect worry free day I had always dreamed of.

They were able to find a beautiful homey…

Foremost Glatt Kosher Caterers

65 Anderson Avenue
Moonachie, NJ 07074

Diana B. writes: Superb kosher caterers: we enjoyed an attractively presented  brunch that included many fine dishes (fish, eggs, cheeses, salads) and desserts. Good service.

Highly recommended.

New York International YHA-Hostel
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Manhattan Valley

891 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10025

Keane L. writes: One of the best hostels I've stayed in during my East Coast trip. While Boston (equally as good in different ways) has free baggage checking, breakfast, and consistently working internet terminals, the NYC HI offers better shower facilities and more…

Bagelicious

1864 Front St
East Meadow, NY 11554

Anita C. writes: They know wassup!

Sonnier & Castle Food
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

534 W 46th St
New York, NY 10036

Meryl C. writes: I called this caterer at the very last minute for a pretty large scale event.  Not only did they execute flawlessly, on budget and with a smile, but the food was fantastic!!!  Kudos to Sonnier & Castle - not sure why you would use any other caterer.…

Murray Hill East Suites
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Murray Hill

149 E 39th St
New York, NY 10016

Orion M. writes: My boss lives in Chicago and comes to New York about every six weeks for meetings and to prove that she does work and stuff.  She almost always stays at the Murray Hill East.  She also almost always has a party in her hotel room, inviting sparkling…