Drinks & Nightlife
Good neighborhood bar that doesn't get too crowded on weekdays.
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Mother's Ruin
18 Spring StGood neighborhood bar that doesn't get too crowded on weekdays.
Emporio
231 Mott StGreat neighborhood Italian--ask to sit in the back room.
Socarrat Paella Bar - Nolita
284 Mulberry StA little under-the-radar Spanish joint.
Everything Else
Great spot for high-end menswear in SoHo. Very casual, ask them for a beer.
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Carson Street Clothiers
Great spot for high-end menswear in SoHo. Very casual, ask them for a beer.
SoHo Strength Lab
182 Mulberry StGood place for a quick gym class on your stay.
Whole Foods Market
95 E Houston StAll the groceries you need
Black
170 Elizabeth StEverybody freaks out about these bagels.
diptyque
377 Bleecker StFancy candle shopping!
Saturdays NYC Crosby St
31 Crosby StCool kid coffee spot, great patio in the back.
A.P.C.
131 Mercer StGood spot for simple/clean/clothes from A.P.C.
Food Scene
Starbucks
405-409 Union AveThe nearest Starbucks
Café Habana
17 Prince StGood cheap Mexican food. Get the Cuban once.
Fancier Mexican food, but worth it. Excellent happy hour specials.
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Hecho En Dumbo
Fancier Mexican food, but worth it. Excellent happy hour specials.
Miller's Near & Far
65 Rivington StreetUnder the radar--some of the best food in NYC.
New french-american place from Keith McNally. Get the burger, sit at the bar, go early.
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Cherche Midi
282 BoweryNew french-american place from Keith McNally. Get the burger, sit at the bar, go early.
Shopping
Morgenstern's Finest Ice Cream
2 Rivington StBest ice cream in NYC, maybe the world.