Sofia’s Locals Guide to NYC

Sofia
Sofia’s Locals Guide to NYC

Neighborhoods

Our neighborhood is absolutely lovely, we are so lucky! Williamsburg is amazing for the chill culture, great food and awesome small businesses/boutiques. There is something for everyone here. Our apartment is really conveniently located to transportation to get into the city as well (shared our normal tranportation options below): 1 block from Bedford Ave L Train 5 blocks/10 minute walk to North Williamsburg Ferry (direct shot down N 6th Street) 5 blocks/10 minute to McCarren Park 10 blocks/12 min walk to Marcy Ave J Uber to downtown is typically around $15
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Our neighborhood is absolutely lovely, we are so lucky! Williamsburg is amazing for the chill culture, great food and awesome small businesses/boutiques. There is something for everyone here. Our apartment is really conveniently located to transportation to get into the city as well (shared our normal tranportation options below): 1 block from Bedford Ave L Train 5 blocks/10 minute walk to North Williamsburg Ferry (direct shot down N 6th Street) 5 blocks/10 minute to McCarren Park 10 blocks/12 min walk to Marcy Ave J Uber to downtown is typically around $15
West Village is amazing for strolling through the small, winding streets and exploring the amazing restaurants and boutiques.
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West Village
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West Village is amazing for strolling through the small, winding streets and exploring the amazing restaurants and boutiques.
During the day Chinatown is busting with markets, while at night the neighborhood is filled with underground bars and high-end restaurants.
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During the day Chinatown is busting with markets, while at night the neighborhood is filled with underground bars and high-end restaurants.

Food scene

Reservations here are very tough and need to be booked well in advance, but the food is renowned and really lives up to the hype. Reservations are available via Resy.com
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Lilia
567 Union Ave
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Reservations here are very tough and need to be booked well in advance, but the food is renowned and really lives up to the hype. Reservations are available via Resy.com
Owned by members of LCD Soundsystem, this is a local favorite. It is small and should be booked through reservations. However, you can walk-in just expect to wait for about an hour.
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The Four Horsemen
295 Grand St
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Owned by members of LCD Soundsystem, this is a local favorite. It is small and should be booked through reservations. However, you can walk-in just expect to wait for about an hour.
A sister restaurant to Lilia, also quite fantastic food and easier to reserve.
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Misi
329 Kent Ave
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A sister restaurant to Lilia, also quite fantastic food and easier to reserve.
Amazing Szechuan-- prepare for spice and for your mouth to be numb from the Sichuan peppers.
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Birds of a Feather
191 Grand St
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Amazing Szechuan-- prepare for spice and for your mouth to be numb from the Sichuan peppers.
Best Noodles in town!
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Nom Wah Tea Parlor
13 Doyers St
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Best Noodles in town!
Must Visit for the Soup Dumplings
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Joe's Shanghai
46 Bowery
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Must Visit for the Soup Dumplings
Greek restaurant camouflaged as a Chinse restaurant on Canal St. They only talk walk-ins, suggest going early as it is busy every night of the week. PRO TIP: get the cheesecake.
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Kiki's
130 Division Street
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Greek restaurant camouflaged as a Chinse restaurant on Canal St. They only talk walk-ins, suggest going early as it is busy every night of the week. PRO TIP: get the cheesecake.
The best brunch in lower LES/ Two Bridges. Always healthy, freshly made, and delicious. They also own a small shop down the street.
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Dimes
49 Canal St
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The best brunch in lower LES/ Two Bridges. Always healthy, freshly made, and delicious. They also own a small shop down the street.

My favorite vintage shops

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The Quality Mending Co.
329 Bowery
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Stella Dallas
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Coffee

Around the corner from our place and AMAZING on-the-go breakfast. I love the izmir sandwich on a simit.
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Lion's Milk
104 Roebling St
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Around the corner from our place and AMAZING on-the-go breakfast. I love the izmir sandwich on a simit.
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Devoción
69 Grand St
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Black Brick Coffee
300 Bedford Ave
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Favorite in downtown NYC. Chai Latte is amazing.
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Ludlow Coffee Supply
176 Ludlow St
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Favorite in downtown NYC. Chai Latte is amazing.

Men's Shopping

Amazing Japanese clothing store-- mostly denim and men's workwear and some home items. $$$
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Kai D. Utility
230 Grand St
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Amazing Japanese clothing store-- mostly denim and men's workwear and some home items. $$$

Underground Bar Scene

Locals tip: there is live jazz on Tuesday night The door is somewhat hidden, but there is always a bouncer waiting outside and is friendly. Suggest going early before it fills up as it is small.
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Apotheke
9 Doyers St
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Locals tip: there is live jazz on Tuesday night The door is somewhat hidden, but there is always a bouncer waiting outside and is friendly. Suggest going early before it fills up as it is small.
During the day this is a diner-like Taco spot, at night there is a beautiful bar underneath. Suggest going early and telling them you will only be getting a drink at the bar.
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La Esquina - SoHo
114 Kenmare St
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During the day this is a diner-like Taco spot, at night there is a beautiful bar underneath. Suggest going early and telling them you will only be getting a drink at the bar.
Fun for dancing and very late nights.
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et al.
191 Chrystie St
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Fun for dancing and very late nights.
Underground Bar underneath the beautiful restaurant, Chinese Tuxedo. Right next to Apotheke.
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Peachy's
5 Doyers St
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Underground Bar underneath the beautiful restaurant, Chinese Tuxedo. Right next to Apotheke.

Art & Sites

ニュー・ミュージアム・オブ・コンテンポラリー・アート
235 Bowery
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Amazing art exhibits here and has a beautiful terrace on the top floor for a view of Chelsea.
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Salmagundi Museum of American Art
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Amazing art exhibits here and has a beautiful terrace on the top floor for a view of Chelsea.
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ソロモン・R・グッゲンハイム美術館
1071 5th Ave
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The Museum of Modern Art
11 West 53rd Street
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メトロポリタン美術館
1000 5th Ave
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Dia:Beacon
3 Beekman St
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Storm King Art Center
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