Arturo's Coal Oven Pizza

Want a New York City pizza experience to remember? Order a coal-oven baked pie at Arturo’s and enjoy the kitschy vibe of the restaurant, along with a fantastic bar and live jazz. This Greenwich Village staple has been around for over 60 years.

• Web:

  www.arturoscafe.com

• Address:

  106 West Houston Street, New York

• Phone:

  +1 212 677 3820

Atomix

Atomix offers a Korean 10-course meal, starring dishes like parsley rice, grilled mackerel, and peas with caviar, at two different seating times: one at 6pm, the other at 9pm. Every dish is accompanied by bits of trivia detailing the sources of inspiration for it, along with up to two bottles of wine, to be enjoyed at their horseshoe-shaped table in the dining room.

• Web:

  www.atomixnyc.com

• E-mail:

  info@atomixnyc.com

• Address:

  104 East 30th Street, New York

• Phone:

  +1 646 476 7217

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat 5.30pm–12am

Chinatown

There are more than 200 restaurants in New York’s Chinatown. Here you can revel in all kinds of Chinese specialties. Pick one with a recent Time Out or Zagat rating sticker in the window for quality food.

• Web:

  www.chinatown-online.com

• Address:

  Chinatown, New York

Emma's Torch

At this restaurant, you will be served food prepared by refugee chefs. Emma's Torch provides three-month-long paid apprenticeships that help their students find a place in society, all while giving their guests dishes like black-eyed pea hummus and tamarind barbecue wings.

• Web:

  www.emmastorch.org

• E-mail:

  info@emmastorch.org

• Address:

  345 Smith Street, Brooklyn, New York

• Phone:

  +1 718 243 1222

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 8am–5pm, Mon closed

Grand Central Oyster Bar

Feel the motion of travel while enjoying fantastic seafood. At Grand Central Oyster Bar, businessmen rub shoulders with tourists and lone travelers. You can choose to sit in the dining area or at one of the bars. If you choose the bar you will most likely find someone to chat with while having your oysters.

• Web:

  www.oysterbarny.com

• E-mail:

  info@oysterbarny.com

• Address:

  89 East 42nd St, New York

• Phone:

  +1 212 490 6650

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Sat 11:30am-9:30pm

• More info:

  Inside Grand Central Terminal

Indochine

This stylish restaurant is a favorite among New Yorkers and travelers. It has been around since 1984 and serves delicious and exotic French-Vietnamese cuisine. They also offer a pre-theatre menu every day of the week.

• Web:

  www.indochinenyc.com

• Address:

  430 Lafayette St, New York

• Phone:

  +1 212 505 5111

• Opening hours:

  Thu-Sat 5:30pm-12am, Sun-Wed 5:30pm-11pm

• Subway:

  Metro: Astor Place, Broadway-Lafayette Street, 8th Street

Avant Gardner

Step into the pulsating heart of New York City's nightlife at Avant Gardner, a sprawling indoor-outdoor events complex nestled in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Formerly a warehouse turned rave haven, Avant Gardner hosts some of the most renowned DJs and electronic dance music artists, offering an unparalleled atmosphere for unforgettable experiences. From the open-air Brooklyn Mirage during the summer months to the year-round allure of the Great Hall and Kings Hall, this music venue leaves nothing to be desired. At Avant Gardner, every detail is meticulously crafted to create an unforgettable sensory adventure. So, prepare to be dazzled by the seamless integration of immersive visuals that elevate every beat, promising an electrifying journey through sound and light.

• Web:

  www.avant-gardner.com

• Address:

  140 Stewart Avenue, Brooklyn, New York

• Phone:

  +1 347 987 3146

• Subway:

  Closest subway station: Jefferson St. (L)

Bowery Ballroom

This historic venue still hosts live shows nearly a century after its inauguration, and has appeared in a couple of well-know cultural productions.

• Web:

  www.boweryballroom.com

• E-mail:

  info@boweryballroom.com

• Address:

  6 Delancey St, New York

• Phone:

  +1 212 260 4700

Brooklyn Brewery

This Williamsburg brewery has filled a gap in the Brooklyn beer scene. The taproom always has eight to ten options, including Local 1, a Belgian-inspired lager, and several seasonal brews. Free short tours are offered on weekends.

• Web:

  www.brooklynbrewery.com

• Address:

  79 N 11th St, Berry St and Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, New York

• Phone:

  +1 718 486 7422

Elsewhere

Elsewhere is a colossal live music venue in Brooklyn that has been a cornerstone of New York City's nightlife for years. Split into three main rooms (and during the summer, The Rooftop), Elsewhere offers an eclectic array of music and atmospheres to suit every taste. From intimate sets by underground DJs to electrifying performances by A-listers. With multiple rooms to explore, guests can curate their experience, immersing themselves in the vibe that resonates most. Remember to secure your ticket in advance through their website and Instagram page.

• Web:

  www.elsewhere.club

• Address:

  599 Johnson Avenue, Brooklyn, New York

Hotel Chantelle

Escape the hectic city streets at the swanky rooftop lounge of Hotel Chantelle, or the basement space where dance parties are regularly hosted.

• Web:

  www.hotelchantelle.com

• E-mail:

  reservations@hotelchantelle.com

• Address:

  92 Ludlow St, New York

• Phone:

  +1 212 254 91 00

SOB’s

SOB’s, aka "Sounds of Brazil," is a live music venue in SoHo that aims to introduce guests to (and supply old-timers with ever-increasing servings of) music other than tired pop hits, which ranges from hip-hop to Brazilian, Caribbean, Haitian, and Latin music, as well as tunes from all across the world.

• Web:

  www.sobs.com

• Address:

  204 Varick St, New York

• Phone:

  +1 212 243 4940

Abraço Espresso

Abraço Espresso is renowned for its olive oil cake as well as their bakery offerings, that feature the freshest ingredients from the local farmers' markets. Breakfast begins at 8am, and small plates and prix-fixe items are served around noon. They have as diverse a pastry menu as they do a coffee one, so come and take your pick.

• Web:

  www.abraconyc.com

• E-mail:

  info@abraconyc.com

• Address:

  81 East 7th St New York, New York

• Opening hours:

  Tue-Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 9am-6pm

Caffe Reggio

Founded in 1927, by Domenico Parisi, the first to introduce Italian cappuccino to America, Caffe Reggio is the oldest and most historic café in New York. You can still see the original machine after you enter from the bright green facade. Pastries like sfogliatelle and cannoli can be coupled with your cup of coffee, while you enjoy the paintings that decorate the walls, one of them made by an artist of the school of Caravaggio.

• Address:

  119 Macdougal Street, New York

• Phone:

  +1 212 475 9557

• Opening hours:

  Sun–Thu 9am–3am, Fri & Sat 9am–4am

Junior's Restaurant & Bakery

This establishment is American diner food at its finest. Many cheesecake fanatics claim Junior’s hand-mixed, kosher recipe is the best – it’s worth ordering a slice (or two) to determine for yourself.

• Web:

  www.juniorscheesecake.com

• Address:

  386 Flatbush Ave Ext, Brooklyn, NY

• Phone:

  +1 718 852 5257

• More info:

  Source: www.visittheusa.com.au/experience/new-york-citys-classic-eateries-manhattan-and-brooklyn

Katz’s Deli

A Lower East Side institution immortalized in several films, Katz’s has been serving piping hot pastrami sandwiches and kosher pickles since 1888, which makes it New York City's oldest deli. Order the pastrami Reuben at this local institution, where the meat is hand-carved and indescribably tender. Bring your appetite — this legendary sandwich is huge!

• Web:

  www.katzsdelicatessen.com

• Address:

  205 East Houston Street, New York

• Phone:

  +1 212 254 2246

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 8am–11pm, Fri 8am–midnight, Sat open 24 hours, Sun midnight–11pm

• Subway:

  Metro: Second Avenue Station, Delancey/Essex St Station

Kopitiam

This small cafe focusing on serving Malaysian and Singaporean food is one of the most talked-about recent openings in Lower East Side – it even made lists of America's best. Among delights you can savour here are 'nasi lemak', a dish made with coconut rice and fried anchovies, or 'ikan bakar', spicy grilled stingray. You can finish your meal with mochi or their cinnamon cake 'kuhi lapis', together with one of the house's signature milk-based drinks.

• Web:

  www.kopitiamnyc.com

• E-mail:

  moonlynn@kopitiamnyc.com

• Address:

  151 East Broadway, New York

• Phone:

  +1 646 609 3785

• Opening hours:

  Thu–Tue 9am–10pm

Little Italy

Though much of the area formerly known as Little Italy has been consumed by rapidly expanding Chinatown, the decorative Mulberry Street and Mott Street still offer a variety of authentic Italian fare. Stop to rest your feet in one of the several Italian cafes, while you enjoy a smooth espresso and decadent cannoli.

• Web:

  www.littleitalynyc.com

• Address:

  Little Italy, New York