Charles' Southern Style Kitchen: Restaurant Review
If you're seeking authentic Southern cuisine, the trek uptown to Charles' Southern Style Kitchen is well worth the ride for unlimited crisp, moist fried chicken, collard greens, corn bread and more. Angus McIndoe
Combining quality food and a convenient theater district location, Angus McIndoe offers a pleasant respite from the typically overpriced, underwhelming area offerings. Avenue Q: New York Theater Review
Think "Sesame Street" grows up with Avenue Q, a musical complete with phonetics lessons, porn addicted monsters and puppets looking for life's purpose. An evening spent on Avenue Q is truly a joy. Insight Guides: Museums and Galleries of New York City
Art lovers planning to visit New York City, or just curious about the wealth art New York City has to offer will love this book full of photographs and historical background. Mercury Lounge
With so many music venues in the East Village, Mercury Lounge is a standout for hearing live music. Mercury Lounge's reputation promises top acts in an intimate environment. The Steakhouse at Fairway
If you're seeking high-quality steak at a reasonable price, the Steakhouse at Fairway fits the bill. Generous portions in a simple setting and the option to BYOB, make dinner affordable and delicious. Tomoe Sushi
One of New York's most affordable high quality sushi restaurants, if you don't mind waiting at Tomoe Sushi (or showing up just before they open) you're sure to enjoy delicious sushi at a great value. Rice To Riches
If you love rice pudding, or have always wanted to, Rice To Riches may be the perfect dessert experience. With over 24 flavors to choose from, be sure to take advantage of the opportunity to sample. The Cocktail Room: Bar Review
The Cocktail Room on New York City's Upper East Side is a swanky place to grab a cocktail or enjoy a night of partying. Nightly drink deals can make the otherwise pricey drinks affordable. Detour: Bar & Music Venue Review
Detour is a cozy East Village bar to hang out, drink and listen to free live jazz nightly. Potion Lounge: Bar Review
The Potion Lounge, a trendy Upper West Side establishment, is not surprisingly popular among local residents. The clubby vibe and Euro ambience at the Potion Lounge make it a sure hit. Chola: Restaurant Review
If you’re looking for a sumptuous buffet lunch of some of the finest North Indian cooking New York City has to offer, Chola is a great choice. DiFara's Pizzeria
Arguably among the best pizza in New York City, DiFara's in Brooklyn offers both square and traditional pies, in addition to a menu of classic Italian dishes. Court Square Diner
Long Island City's Court Square Diner may just be the perfect diner. Court Square Diner is open 24-hours, has free delivery and serves excellent food at reasonable prices. Iggy's
This Upper East Side karaoke/dive bar offers an escape from the overpriced and fratty bar scene most common in the area. Friendly bartenders and neighborhood folk make this karaoke bar worth a visit. Nuyorican Poet’s Cafe
Situated in Manhattan's Lower East Side, Losaida, The Nuyorican Poets Cafe is a living room hosting the freshest art. It is a stage of words made visible. Arlene Grocery
Arlene is a neighborhood bar with neighborhood music. Playwrights Horizon
My Life With Albertine, based on Proust's "Remembrance of Things Past", focuses on the author's obsession with his mistress, Albertine, and exploring the darkness of jealousy. West Side Sushi
From the owners of Jellado and Sandobe, West Side Sushi offers a similarly extensive selection of maki on 9th Avenue. Great place to grab some affordable sushi before the theater or at lunchtime. Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Catch Whoopi Goldberg and Charles S. Dutton in the revial of August Wilson's first Broadway play, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom for insight on the struggles of black musicians in Chicago in the 1920s. Le Madri
Le Madri = Le Magnifico; from the decor to the wine to every delectable course, and an attentive staff to cater to your every culinary whim. An ideal restaurant for special occasions. Sripraphai
Sripraphai offers the most authentic Thai food you can find outside of Thailand. Located in Woodside, Queens the short trip on the 7 train for Thai food is well worth it and you can even BYOB. Hallo Berlin
Hallo Berlin is an affordable place to fill up on beer and wursts in Hell's Kitchen. They've recreated a German Beergarden indoors, so even in cold weather, you can enjoy a taste of summer in Berlin. Broadway Review: Tartuffe
In this revival of Moliere's Tartuffe, an outstanding translation of Moliere's play is made even better by great performances and costumes. Frank
Frank serves delicious Italian food at surprisingly affordable prices and is a great place to fuel up before an evening of East Village barhopping. | 