New York
Eating
Patisserie Claude
THE best pastries in NYC–probably even outside of Paris. You might not guess it because of the somewhat bland interior. Make sure that you get here early in the morning before all of the pastries are sold out. They really do go fast! I especially recommend...
Eating
Lil’ Frankie’s Pizza
Best place for young adults or teenagers. They have an small outside area to eat. On the menu you will find typical italian food from pasta to pizza. I would recommend the Pizza Polpettine (with baby meatballs). The music is a mix of alternative and rock...
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Tea & Sympathy
This is a fantastic small restaurant located downtown. It serves classic british food-treacle pudding, good tea, ribena, spotted dick-etc, in a cozey setting. The owners are very friendly and the atmosphere is warm, open, and cheerful. There is a gift shop...
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Yura On Madison
This is such a local hang. This is where tons of teens form nearby schools eat. Many parents and teens come to eat at the small circular marble tables. Their food is fresh, there are large portions, and a large selection. They have great before school...
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Magnolia Bakery
When you enter the bakery, you are hit with the scent of sugar. That is if you can get in. The line to get in the relatively small bakery is usually out the door. The Magnolia Bakery is extremely popular. It even has become a tourist attraction because the...
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Fusha Asian Cuisine
This restaurant is located somewhat out of the way but if you do find yourself in the neighborhood I would stop here to eat. The cuisine is Asian and this is reflected in the décor. The restaurant is separated into two sides by a row of Beachwood tree...