Clinton St. Baking Company

“This place is famous for its pastrami on rye. People line up patiently outside on weekends. They make hours-long pilgrimages from out of town, or beg relatives to ship them the roast by post. How good can a pastrami on rye be, I asked myself. It’s just a sandwich. Some mustard. A pickle. After 10 years in NYC, I finally stopped by, on impulse. “$23 for a fuckin sandwich??” Fortunately my equally skeptical (and frugal) friend was down to split it with me. Good thing she did- it was massive. And GLORIOUS. We sat on a park bench across the street and marveled between bites. We pinky-swore we wouldn’t tell our other vegan friends about this terrible exception to our mostly plant-based diet. I’ve thought about that sandwich often since that night. It’s worth the hype.”

“Bustling night spot with vintage decor & down-home bistro cooking (including popular steak frites).”

“This relaxed, affordable Italian place in East Village has a menu that reads like a greatest hits list of Italian classics. Definitely one of the best Italian food in downtown NY.”

“Seriously good Ramen. Reservation recommended. Worth picking up. They struggled through the pandemic, we bypass any discounts offered just to make sure this place survives.”

“Dinner & Lounge - One of my favorite places Beauty & Essex, a grand 10,000 square foot restaurant, bar, & lounge in the heart of the lower east side. 146 Essex Street New York, NY 10002 There is also a parking lot on Essex between Houston and Stanton Streets ”