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102 Greene St., New York 10012
212-775-1950

Melissa

If Willy Wonka had gone into shoes instead of candy, Melissa's plastic-injected footwear would totally fit his factory bill. Teenage girls and forever-young women inhale the gumball scent emanating... read more

105 First Ave., New York 10003
212-780-0999

Empellon Cocina

Iron Chef Alex Stupak, late of pastry duties at Alinea and wd~50, crosses over to the savory side. Name translates to "push," traditional Mexican dishes get herded into modern territory. Spin-off l... read more

309 W. 50th St., New York 10019
646-719-1043

Don Antonio

Neapolitan pie dream team. Kesté's Roberto Caporuscio joins forces with mentor Don Antonio Starita to turn out pretty much any kind of 'za you can think of. Filled and fried, white, red, glu... read more

109 W. Broadway, New York 10013
212-383-0109

Super Linda

Not inspired by an action hero accountant, more like "super pretty," i.e. the crowds that Matt Abramcyk and Serge Becker routinely attract. Spanish accent carries over to the cooking, with an ex-JG... read more

4476 Broadway, New York 10040
646-861-2595

Buddha Beer Bar

Craft beer meets Korean-American fusion at Washington Heights gastropub. Kimchi tacos, natch, joined by fried chicken, chili topped with slabs of tofu. Freshness guaranteed by rooftop-garden sourci... read more

536 Madison Ave., New York 10022
212-840-5555

Sushi Shop

Euro chain brings its French-inflected Japanese to midtown. Slick bi-level space finished with black accents, airy dangling lanterns. Businessfolk grabbing self-serve lunches, finer dining come din... read more

129 Grand St., New York 10013
212-966-5080

Cut25

Cosmopolitan designer Yigal Azrouël (French-Moroccan background, Israeli childhood, NYC seasoning) drops a flagship for his approachable Cut25 line. Youthful looks, built for layering. Cardiga... read more

70 West 68th Street, New York 10023
212-721-0068

Joanne Trattoria

Little monsters can eat the same spaghetti with meatballs and macaroni and cheese that GaGa grew up on when they dine at Joanne Trattoria, her parents' newest offspring. Spotlighting classic Italia... read more

33 Main St., New York 11201

One Girl Cookies

Beloved mom and pop Cobble Hill bakery brings the sweet stuff to Dumbo. Mini cookies with names like Sadie (orange-flavored butter cookie) and Lana (chocolate with raspberry jam) so precious you al... read more

345 W. 35th St., New York 10001
212-600-2440

TRYP New York City Times Square South

Circa 1926 Garment District stalwart now flies the Wyndham flag. South American and Europe fave TRYP brings plenty of amenities at moderate prices. Fitness rooms stock complimentary threads, fa... read more

341 W. 36th St., New York 10018
212-542-8990

DoubleTree by Hilton New York-Times Square South

Former Wyndham Garden takes on DoubleTree comforts, adds bulky moniker. Yay corporate naming committees! Greenhouse 36 café carries over, as do the amenities. Fitness and business centers r... read more

103 Fifth Ave., New York 10003
212-675-7248

Sperry Top-Sider

Where to gear up for your next yacht outing. Brand’s been around since 1935, now enjoying a reprise of its ’80s prep heyday. NYC flagship dedicated to the life aquatic, luxuriates i... read more

667 Lexington Ave., New York 10022

Peter's Since 1969

Midtown bro to Williamsburg’s rotisserie king. Significantly less facial hair, but same juicy, herb-basted chicken, half or whole. Plus succulent sides, meatloaf that manages to be comforting... read more

1504 Lexington Ave., New York 10029
212-722-8959

ABV

As in Alcohol By Volume, although definitely not in a mass-produced way. Earl’s Beer & Cheese crew makes further inroads in the nabe with petite wine bar. (No hard stuff, so if you order ... read more

94 University Place, New York 10003
212.776.1830

Tortaria

A reimagined bodega, Tortaria specializes in all things Mexican, authentic, trendy, and affordable. Yes, it finally exists! Touting a tortas (Mexican griddle sandwiches), tequila, and taquitos-cent... read more

18 Jay St., New York 10013
212-775-0077

Annelore

Designer Juliana Cho expands on her Village shop with a boutique and atelier in Tribeca. Petite and sweet spot shows what quality construction really means. Tight edit may make for limited selectio... read more

512 W. 42nd St., New York 10036
212-239-2999

XL

Requisite throbbing nightclub inside gaytropolis The Out NYC. Nightlife legend John Blair reprises his late Chelsea spot, keeps to the extra-large scale. Six-figure lighting system, killer sound, e... read more

870 Madison Ave., New York 10021
212-535-3703

Céline

French house founded at the end of WWII, now folded into the LVMH luxury empire. "Designer of the Year" Phoebe Philo keeps the brand looking modern and fresh. Uptown flagship fills two floors wit... read more

461 Amsterdam Ave., New York 10024
212-358-0500

Organic Avenue

Just because this is Juliette Lewis' favorite juice bar in the city doesn't mean it's awesome, even though it is. Not just for juicers, offers its own line of nibbles, from apple cobbler to creamy ... read more

32 Mulberry St., New York 10013

Le Baron

New York clone of André Saraiva's legendary Paris (and Tokyo) hot spot draws a moneyed, beautiful, and famous crowd, so expect to rub elbows with the world's best human beings—should y... read more

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