NYC Weekend

Boutique hotel in the Lower East Side, walking distance to everything

Legendary pastrami sandwich since 1888 — no shortcuts

Broadway to Mercer — KITH, APC, Aritzia, Opening Ceremony

Nicaraguan single-origin espresso, cozy Nolita vibes

Italian-American with a twist — pinwheel lasagna, viral chrysanthemum salad

Unmarked LES speakeasy — no menu, bartender crafts to your taste

Tower of bagels, lox, and cream cheese — SoHo institution

Artisan food hall — lobster rolls at Lobster Place, doughnuts at Doughnuttery

Elevated park from Chelsea to Hudson Yards — public art + skyline views

Neiman Marcus, Cartier, Dior — luxury retail with views

Consignment stores, vintage leather, curated streetwear in the West Village

Best pasta in the West Village — handmade spaghetti, burrata, natural wine list

Iconic underground comedy — surprise drop-ins from top comedians

100+ food vendors on the waterfront — ramen burgers, Thai rolled ice cream, birria tacos

Bedford Ave — Awoke Vintage, Mociun jewelry, Catbird for dainty gold

Antiques, handmade goods, vintage finds — DUMBO waterfront location

Cobblestone streets, Manhattan Bridge view, walk back across Brooklyn Bridge

Cash only, 137 years old — the porterhouse is non-negotiable

360° skyline views from the William Vale — craft cocktails 22 floors up

LES classic since 1914 — scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, bialy with cream cheese

Independent boutiques — Warm, Reformation, Le Labo for custom fragrance

Thai-American diner fusion in Nolita — khao soi grilled cheese, coconut French toast

18 miles of books — rare editions, tote bags, literary gifts

Head to airport — grab a final slice of Joe's Pizza on the way