NYC - I'm Taking a Bite of the Big Apple

Babette · 04-05-2007, 10:54 AM

My friend and I are going to New York City the last week of June. We already have tickets for Spring Awakening ~~and I will make another stop to the yummy Grilled Cheese restaurant.~~ My favorite restaurant has closed

I have only been to New York once before. I know I have an inside connection with a native NYer, but does anyone else have any must-see, must-eat, must-do or don't miss recommendations?

Ghoulish Delight · 04-05-2007, 10:58 AM

*makes note to follow this thread as we've booked an October trip*

Snowflake · 04-05-2007, 11:01 AM

Well, next to LA, Chicago, SF NY is food mecca. It's been too long since I've been to recommend any spots to eat. But I will ask a few friends who do live in Manhattan for any outstanding spots.

I love NY, it's been too long!

innerSpaceman · 04-05-2007, 11:28 AM

When I took my friend Jim to NYC many many years ago, we did some exhaustive walking tours of the City and saw just about everything there was to see. To aid us in this endeavor, I cut out from books several small maps of this neighborhood and that, so we'd be sure to take the most economic route on a journey that could wear your feet to bloody stumps.

As a sort of joke gift for my last birthday, Jim gave me a set of touring cards that have NYC neighborhood maps on one side, and details of the worthy sights in that area on the other. They are an invaluable aid for anyone going to New York City ... and I intend to lend them to any swankers headed to the Big Apple.

Next time I see you, Babette ... I will make sure you'll be the first swanker able to head east with these cards. I will throw in a few personal recommendations of my own, as an ex-New Yorker.

Alas, I can't recommend any restaurants ... as I haven't been to New York for nearly 20 years.

blueerica · 04-05-2007, 11:31 AM

There are too many places to hit up there - but every trip to NY needs to be met with three things. A vendor dog, a slice of good NY style pizza and a delicious cheese cake. After that, all else is up for grabs.

I really liked going to Ellis Island, and it could be a really great thing for you to have in your repetoire, as a school teacher. I also am a BIG fan of the American Natural History Museum, which is conveniently located next to Central Park. There's a really cool castle inside of Central Park that I think everyone should see in person... There's so much. It's really hard to go wrong in NYC.

Oooh, if modern art's your thing, I also had a really good time at MOCA on my last visit. When I went there, I just had to wait outside in the rain for a while, since it had just re-opened and people were clamoring to get a peek. Might not be as busy these days.

If/When I think of more, I'll post.

Moonliner · 04-05-2007, 11:49 AM

If you are doing the Broadway thing I highly recommend Cafe un deux trois for their Prix Fixe menu.

Cadaverous Pallor · 04-05-2007, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by blueerica

There are too many places to hit up there - but every trip to NY needs to be met with three things. A vendor dog, a slice of good NY style pizza and a delicious cheese cake. After that, all else is up for grabs.

So, is a vendor dog really tasty, or is it "local color"? Do New Yorkers eat them? Is there any stigma associated with it? For some reason this topic interests me.

I'm very, very bummed that we're missing Cyclone.

mousepod · 04-05-2007, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

So, is a vendor dog really tasty, or is it "local color"? Do New Yorkers eat them? Is there any stigma associated with it? For some reason this topic interests me.

I'm very, very bummed that we're missing Cyclone.

When I was a youngster (through my mid-20s), I used to love vendor dogs - aka "dirty water hot dogs" or "chez parasol". Then I saw a local news story about how they clean (or don't clean) the carts at night and how they dispose of (or don't dispose of) the unsold dogs. No more Sabrett's for me.

Now, if I want food from a street vendor, I get a square knish (slit and filled with deli mustard) and a Yoo Hoo.

But if I want a dog, the best one for me has to be at one of the (now many) papaya stands. Gray's Papaya, Papaya King... they're all good. A medium "papaya drink" (kind of like a thin papaya milkshake) and two grilled all-beef hot dogs with wet onions and dijon mustard......

I just ate... but I am now very hungry.

Stan4dSteph · 04-05-2007, 08:49 PM

The Time Out New York Eating and Dining Guide is an excellent resource. It's what I've used to plot out the eateries I try.

Stan4dSteph · 04-06-2007, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Stan4dSteph

The Time Out New York Eating and Dining Guide is an excellent resource. It's what I've used to plot out the eateries I try.

That should be Eating and Drinking guide. I was posting while sleepy.

04-05-2007, 10:54 AM	#1
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Snowflake lost in the fog Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Francisco Posts: 7,831	Well, next to LA, Chicago, SF NY is food mecca. It's been too long since I've been to recommend any spots to eat. But I will ask a few friends who do live in Manhattan for any outstanding spots. I love NY, it's been too long!
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innerSpaceman Kink of Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inner Space Posts: 13,075	When I took my friend Jim to NYC many many years ago, we did some exhaustive walking tours of the City and saw just about everything there was to see. To aid us in this endeavor, I cut out from books several small maps of this neighborhood and that, so we'd be sure to take the most economic route on a journey that could wear your feet to bloody stumps. As a sort of joke gift for my last birthday, Jim gave me a set of touring cards that have NYC neighborhood maps on one side, and details of the worthy sights in that area on the other. They are an invaluable aid for anyone going to New York City ... and I intend to lend them to any swankers headed to the Big Apple. Next time I see you, Babette ... I will make sure you'll be the first swanker able to head east with these cards. I will throw in a few personal recommendations of my own, as an ex-New Yorker. Alas, I can't recommend any restaurants ... as I haven't been to New York for nearly 20 years.
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blueerica Nueve Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 6,497	There are too many places to hit up there - but every trip to NY needs to be met with three things. A vendor dog, a slice of good NY style pizza and a delicious cheese cake. After that, all else is up for grabs. I really liked going to Ellis Island, and it could be a really great thing for you to have in your repetoire, as a school teacher. I also am a BIG fan of the American Natural History Museum, which is conveniently located next to Central Park. There's a really cool castle inside of Central Park that I think everyone should see in person... There's so much. It's really hard to go wrong in NYC. Oooh, if modern art's your thing, I also had a really good time at MOCA on my last visit. When I went there, I just had to wait outside in the rain for a while, since it had just re-opened and people were clamoring to get a peek. Might not be as busy these days. If/When I think of more, I'll post. __________________ Tomorrow is the day for you and me
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Moonliner 8/30/14 - Disneyland -10k or Bust. Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 9,022	If you are doing the Broadway thing I highly recommend Cafe un deux trois for their Prix Fixe menu.
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Stan4dSteph Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: East Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,156	The Time Out New York Eating and Dining Guide is an excellent resource. It's what I've used to plot out the eateries I try.
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