Dragon Palace Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Little Italy

202 Centre Street
New York, NY 10013

Totoro R. writes: UPDATE (9/7/07):  The restaurant is currently under renovation and will re-open soon.  Sorry for the tease....

I was happy to see another positive review on this restaurant.  I've been to Dragon mutiple times and have dined in both the private rooms…

Neo Sushi
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

2298 Broadway
New York, NY 10024

Scarlett S. writes: I love you! *sighs The food is great I remember ordering the avocado and tuna salad with crispy noodles and the grilled salmon filet was incredible. The fish fell apart once I stuck my fork in it and the sauce was incredible. I loved the sushi as…

Sushi Lounge
Neighborhood: New Jersey/Hoboken

200 Hudson St
Hoboken, NJ 07030

Justin G. writes: Sometimes when one is hungover, and happens to find themselves in Hoboken, New Jersey, an afternoon sushi and cold sake extravaganza is in order. While Sushi zone doesn't have the most extraordinary sushi, the fish was fresh and hit the spot. The…

Sushi Express
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

230 Park Ave
New York, NY 10169

Justin R. writes: I saw this place, but did not visit, a while back just wandering around my work neighborhood.   I had forgotten about it until I recently when I went looking on yelp for new sushi places to try near work.  I've been looking for more of a take out…

Murray's Falafel
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Stuyvesant Town

261 1st Ave
New York, NY 10003

Carl S. writes: Run by isreali's, this is the real deal.  A good place to eat in for 2 or a larger group as long as it's not full when your group arrives; also good for take out.  

The falafel is crisp and flavorful.  Service is good, price isn't bad, atmosphere is…

Brasilia Grill

99 Monroe Street
Newark, NJ 07105

Bright A. writes: Superior Brazilian food, located in the Ironbound section of Newark.  There are plenty of Spanish and Portuguese restaurants in and around the Ironbound, but this is Rodizio Centro.  Rodizio?

Well okay, a short explanation.  Back during frontier…

Barbetta
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

321 W 46th St
New York, NY 10036

Jasmine M. writes: When I first walked into Barbetta with my date, I thought is he serious?  Barbetta, housed in an old townhouse, seemed ridiculously formal.  But, then I realized I was merely transported to the Old World.  After being affectionaly scolded by the host…

Christine Chin
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

82 Orchard St
New York, NY 10002

j c. writes: I think this is like a 3.5 stars. I think the facial was actually quite good, but the service pushing totally turned me off the place. If I say I'm there for a specific service, please don't tell me throughout my appointment that what I really need…

Chelsea Thai Wholesale
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Meatpacking District, Manhattan/Chelsea

75 9th Ave
New York, NY 10011

Keiko S. writes: Chelsea Thai is like a small fast food joint and a grocery store under one roof.

+1 star bonus for the groceries

The selection of the grocery items isn't that wide (see pic), but they have my favorite Thai PINEAPPLE COOKIES! YUM!! Also, among six,…

Osaka
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Cobble Hill

272 Court Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231

angela h. writes: Let me explain my typical experience with sushi restaurants.  I love sushi of all varieties. And can eat TONS of it.  It usually takes me 20+ pieces to become full or many many rolls.  My boyfriend basically never becomes full from eating sushi. As…

Eisenberg's Sandwich Shop
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

174 5th Ave
New York, NY 10010

Adrian P. writes: Okay, let me get the bad out of the way: for what I'm paying I could probably make some of the sandwiches better at home (but then there are other sandwiches that are great, so maybe it all evens out).
The good: I swear to god I have not yet found…

Jamba Juice
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

25 W Houston St
New York, NY 10012

Sara H. writes: Orange A "peel" - No Boost.

Man - I want it RIGHT NOW!  However, I am at work and too far from a Jamba to indulge at this time.  I've resisted reviewing the Jamba because it's too chain-ey and I'm way too hooked on it.  But I've caved and thought I'd…

O.G. - Oriental Grill
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

507 E 6th St
New York, NY 10009

Amy S. writes: My hubby and I went here for date night (which is a rare occurrence) and we couldn't have chosen a better place. It was quiet, intimate and reasonably priced. Our waiter, whose name I wish I caught, made great recommendations and had the perfect…

Kush Lounge
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

191 Chrystie St
New York, NY 10002

Javier M. writes: This totally would have qualified to be my next best hookah place in the city; the labyrinth structure pleases me, the hidden cozy inlets are always welcome, a wide bar inside, and a small bar at the entrance... all these coupled with the…

Sant Ambroeus
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

259 W 4th St
New York, NY 10014

Sam P. writes: This charming little Euro-cafe is the perfect representative of a neighborhood which over the past 5 decades or so has gone from slum to bohemia to chic-central. It's quite the scene.  Sitting at the actual heart of the West Village ( W4th and Perry)…

Under the Volcano
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Murray Hill

12 E 36th St
New York, NY 10016

Evan K. writes: I went to Under the Volcano for a work gathering the other night and it was a wee bit too crowded for my taste.  I think it's because it got the after work spillover from The Ginger Man.  There was nary an ounce of space to squeeze through as I…

Tabtos
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

543 E 5th St
New York, NY 10009

Alicia D. writes: The decor in this tiny place used to be hilarious... Picture it: overalls tacked to the wall with hay sticking out!  It doesn't get any better than that.  Unfortunately they redecorated a couple months ago and now it looks more like a patio in South…

Olive Tree Cafe
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

118 MacDougal St
New York, NY 10012

Abigail S. writes: This is one of those gimmicky New York places that, if it had better food and service, could be a favorite of locals and tourists alike.  Katz's is a good example of what I mean.  The food is great and the gimmick never wears thin and everyone loves…

Cake Man Raven
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Fort Greene

708 Fulton St
Brooklyn, NY 11217

Heather H. writes: Oh sweet happiness!  I tried to come here before, prior to a BAM event, but the line was 45 minutes long, so that didn't work out.

But last night, my wonderful, fabulous, loving husband went to the Cake Man before we were off to see Ian McKellen's…

KitchenBar
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Windsor Terrace

687 6th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Tina M. writes: My relationship with Kitchen Bar:

When We First Met: I love you, you're perfect! Intimate and atmospheric, only a few blocks from my apartment. Your menu is amazing and you have an excellent and unique wine list.

Several Months into the Relationship:…

Cafe D'Alsace
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1695 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10128

Vivian H. writes: The food here is wonderful! My belly was very happy. I had the roasted duck breast, it was very flavorful and tender. Probably the best duck I have had, well, outside of Peking duck :) My date had the Choucroute garnie, and I was able to sneak a…

TKTS
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Financial District

199 Water Street
New York, NY 10038

Teri C. writes: The TKTS booth should really be your first choice (instead of the Times Square location) when trying to get same day discounted tickets.

First off, on weekdays, they open at 11 am (versus 3 pm)!  That means that they will have a greater selection of…

Nokia Theatre Times Square
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

1515 Broadway
New York, NY 10036

Sam P. writes: Saw the Mika show here on Friday and the experience was quite surreal.  The place is indeed very spaceship-esque, and though it appears to be very open and spacious, it's incredibly easy to lose your way in there.  I definitely did not enjoy having…

Lomzynianka Restaurant
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Williamsburg - North Side

646 Manhattan Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11222

Rose S. writes: It just freaking rocks, its so delicious.  I'm Polish, I went there with my even more Polish mom, we ate, we cried, we ate some more.  Pizy and barscht!

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It's RIDICULOUS…

Frank's Bike Shop
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chinatown

553 Grand St
New York, NY 10002

Rachel D. writes: I bought an adorable used schwinn at Frank's in september.  the place is utterly awesome.  you get a good deal on a good bike, and so much more.  

I ride my bike 16 miles a day, so shit happens to it.  But when i take it into Frank's they always fix…

Maggie Moos
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Park Slope

183 7th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Allison G. writes: I didn't know what Maggie Moo's was, but I always heard people talking about it. Essentially, it's the same thing as Cold Stone. You choose a "base" flavor of ice cream, you choose your "mix ins." And then... yum! Your own custom-flavored ice cream…

Surya Indian Cuisine
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

302 Bleecker St
New York, NY 10014

Keiko S. writes: 4.5 stars...

Whatever reservation I had about Indian cuisine dissipated here. Maybe because the food is mildly westernized to my liking (as my friends claim), but judging solely from their weekend buffet menu, Surya is so far my most favorite Indian…

Mama Mexico
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

214 E 49th St
New York, NY 10017

Victoria C. writes: Next time you are in NY, you have to try Mama Mexico.  Mmmmm.. it was so good.  I am a huge fajita fan and they have the best.  Most restaurants just have chicken, steak or shrimp.  Not here.  Their variety of fajitas consists of shrimp, lobster,…

Hamilton Park Ale House
Neighborhood: New Jersey/Jersey City

708 Jersey Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07302

Stephanie G. writes: Went for lunch on a lazy Sunday the patio was amazing, food was good and service was wonderful. Went back late on the following Saturday, kitchen was closed at 11:00 p.m. (a little early) and the music was so loud we couldn't hear eachother. Overall…

Hyo Dong Gak
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Murray Hill

51 W 35th St Frnt
New York, NY 10001

Arthur O. writes: I will now attempt to keep this unbiased review of Hyo Dong Gak factual.  Precise and concise, also.

Fact #1 (Please note that I use the pound-sign as opposed to writing out "number" or using the 2-extra character abbreviation that is the numero-sign)…

Lisa's Deli & Liquor Store
Neighborhood: New Jersey/Hoboken

901 Park Ave
Hoboken, NJ 07030

Joe R. writes: Lisa's is on the short list of the places I always make it back to whenever I return to NY for visits. I used to go several times a week when I lived in Hoboken.

Need a sandwich to try? Go with ordering mozzarella on a soft roll w/ sundried tomatoes,…

Lucy of Gramercy
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron, Manhattan/Union Square

35 E 18th St
New York, NY 10003

Javier M. writes: I loved Lucy.

Last night was supposed to be the rerun of coronation; my third outing to Lucy to consolidate a rotund 4, but I was displeased as I realized that as much as I loved Lucy, she was helplessly suffering from Alzheimer's, and alas, it vexed…

Lee Sims Chocolates
Neighborhood: New Jersey/Jersey City

743 Bergen Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07306

Chippers T. writes: Is it possible that they have too much tastiness in one closet-sized store? Yes. Yes it is.

Cibo
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

767 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10017

Deepan S. writes: First class all the way.  From the wait staff to the bartender to the food, you can not ask for anything more.  The menu changes seasonally and it is always full of very intriguing dishes.  The bar menus is not to be missed either.  Their pizza is…

Fatoosh Pizza

330 Hicks St
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Rhett H. writes: It's true, perhaps the best falafel around.  I mean, it's on the spicey side, especially with the mahammarah sauce (a red pepper spread of some sort), but wow, what flavor and texture.  I wish I had a camera, I'd put a picture of it here.  At any…

Cheeks Bakery
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Williamsburg - South Side

378 Metropolitan Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Maria W. writes: Cupcake Nirvana.

I was starving and happened upon this place by wonderful luck.  

My Fiance and I were driving separate cars and I took the wrong exit turn. My cell phone was dead so I had parked my car in front of the horrid overamped steak joint,…

Turks & Frogs Tribeca
Neighborhood: Manhattan/TriBeCa

458 Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10079

Jennifer S. writes: Great service and never too crowded, this place is a find.  I lived in Turkey for some time before moving to NYC, and am happy to say that these guys, and their food, are the real thing..  The bread with the tahini and carob syrup (pekmez in Turkish)…

Arturo's Pizza
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1610 York Ave
New York, NY 10028

Furyk C. writes: While i must say that the rest of their food is mediocre (soggy meatball parm/ice-burg mess of a salad) their slice is one of the best.  

Make sure they heat it up and then it's the perfect combination of crisp crust and gooey-yummy perfect cheese…

St. Mark's Market
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

21 Saint Marks Pl
New York, NY 10003

stephy s. writes: Thank goodness for little markets selling fancy lime water with electrolytes! Cuz in this humidity, yuck.

Anyhoo, I was rollin around the St. Mark's area yesterday and found myself rather parched and thanks to this store, all was right in the world…