For years our business has been moving from Manhattan to the suburban towns of New York City and other parts of the country. We have noticed when clients and friends come to visit they often leave without experiencing the hidden gems that make this city unique and famous. As your New York City based broker, we are happy to share a few places that can make your next trip to our city more special:
ELEGANT:
Salon de Ning – a roof top bar atop the Peninsula hotel on 5th avenue and 55th Street. They have a great cocktail list and beautiful atmosphere whether you sit inside or outside in the summer months. Website: http://newyork.peninsula.com/en/fine-dining/salon-de-ning-rooftop-bar
Manhatta – located in the Financial District, it has some of the most spectacular views of NYC. Dinner reservation is needed weeks in advance. However you can just walk up to the bar for drinks, or even kitchen bar for dinner. Website: www.manhattarestaurant.com
Peak – For sky high dinning and bird-eye views of NYC, Peak is the place to visit. Located in the newly constructed Hudson Yards area it has a new, modern and sleek vibe. Food and drinks are great but the views are worth every penny. Website: www.peaknyc.com
CASUAL:
Aria – a trendy Italian Tapas bar/restaurant in West Village. Food is delicious and vibe is lively. Follow it by a drink at Employees Only – some of the best cocktails in NYC located 3 blocks away. Website: www.ariawinebar.nyc
Blue Ribbon – they have three locations in NY (two in downtown and one by Columbus Circle). Open late and has a casual and business crowd. Some say “The best sushi east of Tokyo” Wesbsite: www.blueribbonrestaursants.com
The Back Room – a speakeasy place opened during prohibition. It used to be owned and frequented by NYC gangsters. They still serve drinks in mugs and have live jazz on Mondays. Website: www.backroomnyc.com
OTHER:
Have a drink at Michael Jordan’s restaurant overlooking renovated Grand Central Station.
Rent a row boat outside the Boathouse in Central Park (day activity).
Go to an event at Madison Square Garden (basketball, hockey, concerts, etc.). The easiest way is to download stubhub app on your phone and you can buy tickets last minute if needed.
See a Broadway Show – Hamilton is recommended (pricey but worth it) and tickets are available on stubhub. Have a cocktail prior at Ava Lounge (on top of Dream Hotel – 55th off Broadway).
Go for Italian food at Eataly – open warehouse style Italian deli with a few restaurants, sandwich shop, dessert and espresso bar, and most popularly nutella bar! Two locations: One on 23rd and 5th and one downtown on Cortland Street (check out 9/11 Memorial right next to it).
For an artsy afternoon take a walk on the High Line and stop by 529 West 20th Street, a nine story building resided by various art galleries (just press any floor in the elevator and act like you belong – they are all free). It is only open a few days a week.
Let us know when you are here and we will be happy to show you around.