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Bridges NYC
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Another Chinatown spot that deserves your attention (you also deserve a reservation should they ever have room)! This primarily French/basque dining spot is perfect for an evening that deserves to be celebrated. A little pricy for a standard night, but just right for when you want to wine & dine. Or in my case martini & dine. I should also mention the interior of this spot is gorgeous. Last time I was there, Andy Baraghani was also dining nearby - if only he had sent me over a drink & the rest were history, but alas I left a few martinis deep and alone. You just never know what’s going to happen (or not!) when dining in Chinatown.
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Spring Bar
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When Bar Oliver is packed to the brim with 30+ creative freelancers, the next spot to stop at is Spring Bar in Chinatown. I especially like to go here for their spicy tamarind margarita - it’s easy to knock out 3 of them quickly on a summer afternoon. Their snacks are also quite yum, and most importantly the crowd is quite sexy.
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The Commerce Inn
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Sometimes you just need to dine in the west village and that’s OKAY. If you choose this fate, The Commerce Inn is a lovely choice. Sort of makes you feel like you’re at a small cozy restaurant in the English countryside. Gorgeous wooden interior, soft lighting, quality service. Sometimes I go for a quick martini, but I’ve also gone to share some chicken & pints of beer with friends (gasping when the bill hits the table.)
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The New York Earth Room
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Kind of crazy to be smack dab in the middle of soho in a completely silent and barren room. Went here on my lunch break to remind myself that nothing changes & everything changes. Something about staring at the same soil that’s been there since 1977 sobers you up from life’s anxieties but also its fantasies. If you have a spare ten minutes, go check it out.
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NYC
Kyle Curry
Hancock Cafe
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7w
NYC
194 New York
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Great spot for men’s consignment in LES. The staff is really friendly & they always have one or two pieces that are at least worth trying on. Sometimes men’s consignment can be a tough bet, so finding something dependable is always nice. While you’re there, stop by Lara Koleji or Ending Soon, and maybe a glass of wine at Lai Rai.
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Reno Fashions Corporation
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When it comes to shoes, the most important words to me are: timeless and slightly ugly. Reno Fashions Corporation in SoHo really offers that exact thing. I’m not sure if they sell wholesale or are a re-seller, but whatever they’re selling i’m buying. Quiet, clean, chic shoes that have people asking if A. I’m wearing archival prada or B. I’m an 80 yr old man. Perfection. An example:
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NYC
Cavalier in Chinatown
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I had the divine chance to dine at Cavalier on their first night open, and it was truly something special! The interior is truly a highlight - I loved the star studded (literally) bar, the silver ceiling. The staff were so great. I had one of the best orange wines I’ve ever had, paired with a liver mousse that slapped. The food was sort of Turkish meets French. If you’re looking for a charming night in Chinatown, Cavalier is the spot and you better go before it’s impossible to get a res.
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Mary’s Fish Camp
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The other day I was stumbling through the west village on a Friday night without a single reservation… quite foolish of me but if spontaneity cannot exist in nyc, we’ve really missed the mark. Hopelessly I was staring at the sidewalk when I looked up and saw Mary’s Fish Camp, which I had actually added to my want-to-try list. My friend and I got seated in the back waiting area, and I was still charmed! The smoked trout dip was the MAJOR highlight, but truly everything was so yummy & cozy. If you want a relaxed & legitimately tasty evening (with respectable portion size), it’s time to head to Camp.
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