Dom's Borderline
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Little Italy, Manhattan/SoHo

202 Lafayette St
New York, NY 10012

Isaac S. writes: Dom's is a great sandwich/salad place with one of those gourmet-bigger-than-a-del i-but-not-quite-a-super markets appended to it. Or maybe it is the other way around. In any case, it is $6-$8 lunchtime takeout scene that you want to be a part of. If…

Charles Tyrwhitt
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

377 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10017

Ben P. writes: Charles Tyrwhitt, I wish I knew how to quit you.

The problem is, you strike right at my most vulnerable soft spot: you offer me made-to-measure shirts of high quality for reasonable prices (aka, under $100).  Given that I wear a 17/37 shirt, I can't…

Lombardi's Pizza
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Little Italy

32 Spring St
New York, NY 10012

Michael F. writes: Ah, Lombardi's.

There's something about Lombardi's on a Saturday night.

Maybe it's large pool of freakin' tourists outside clogging up the works.
Maybe it's the one hour and twenty minute wait (really only thirty or so) they tell you you'll have to…

Joe's Shanghai
Neighborhood: Queens/Downtown Flushing

13621 37th Ave
Flushing, NY 11354

Glendy D. writes: MUCH better than the insane Chinatown establishment, less crowded and better service!
All I have to say is:
-Crab soup dumplings are the *tastiests* (MOST FANTASTIC FOOD IN NYC)
-Bean curd with vegetable
-Vegetable or Chicken fried Rice

Ok who's coming…

Isabella's
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

359 Columbus Ave
New York, NY 10024

Srini V. writes: Dedicated to the Chicago Yelpers -- you know who you are.

The Story of Isabella's -- Three Visits and Three Stars
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Nobu 57
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

40 W 57th St
New York, NY 10019

Audrey J. writes: Okay, so I understand keeping a sushi restaurant* cool indoor-temperature-wise, but THIS....THIS is ridiculous.

It was SO. COLD. in there. SO. COLD.

Like the original TriBeCa location, this Midtown Nobu served up a scrumptious Miso Black Cod, which I…

The Kati Roll Company
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

99 MacDougal St
New York, NY 10012

Arnab M. writes: Lord, I was sooo Indian last night, first clubbing with a bunch of Indos, and then kati rolls with them, at a place that was packed with more Indos, at 4:30 AM! Nuts. Those Indians surely like to eat and eat really late. Excellent and inexpensive…

Holy Basil
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

149 Second Avenue
New York, NY 10003

Srini V. writes: I have been to Holy Basil several times, but not recently.  On a related sidenote, I need to be more systematic about yelping out my reviews.  My memories of New York restaurants get all jumbled up over time.  But here is what I remember:

The ambience…

Equinox Fitness Club
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

97 Greenwich Ave
New York, NY 10014

Darbi W. writes: If I could give Equinox Greenwich 4.5 stars, I'd knock off half a star.  Two reasons:

1. The front desk people can be indifferent (I've been going there almost daily for a year and they've never called me by name) and the women's locker room needs…

La Isla Restaurant
Neighborhood: New Jersey/Hoboken

104 Washington St
Hoboken, NJ 07030

Hywel J. writes: Fabulous little hole-in-the-wall Cuban joint in downtown Hoboken. Especially good for lunch. Grab a seat at the counter, order some slow-cooked meat (usually the daily special) and dream that you're in old town Havana.

And you can even take the PATH…

Punch & Judy
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

26 Clinton St
New York, NY 10002

Kimberli M. writes: A cozy wine bar down on the Lower East Side. Stroll on in and say Hi to the bartenders. They'll treat you right all night long. Since the owner spent time in his families wine business prior to opening P&J, the wine list is very interesting...over 30…

Blue Water Grill
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron, Manhattan/Union Square

31 Union Sq W
New York, NY 10003

Melanie R. writes: What should a 100th review be comprised of? What qualities must an establishment possess in order for it to be milestone worthy? These are the questions that plagued me and put me on a 2+ week hiatus from reviewing on Yelp. I felt lost, frustrated…

Carmine's
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

200 W 44th St
New York, NY 10036

Arnab M. writes: WOW! This place was not what I expected. I had lunch here with a co-worker and a friend on a weekday, and being in an incredibly corporate area, I thought the service would be quick, and it would be a normal Italian restaurant with a normal menu...…

Joe Allen
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

326 W 46th St
New York, NY 10036

Gourmet G. writes: In May 2005, Joe Allen celebrated its fortieth anniversary serving Broadway theatergoers and performers. If the man seated across from you seems vaguely familiar, possibly it's because you gave him a standing ovation at the play you just saw. It's…

Delhi Palace Indian Cuisine
Neighborhood: Queens/Jackson Heights

3733 74th St
Jackson Heights, NY 11372

Arnab M. writes: Pretty good, yummy food but the quality and variety is a notch below Jackson Diner but better than Ashoka, I'd say. Delhi Palace also has a good and pretty inexpensive lunch buffet as well. It's usually not nearly as crowded as it's more successful…

Shanghai Tangs Dept Stores
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

714 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10021

Anita L. writes: Such a flagrant display of extravagance. Originated in Hong Kong, Shanghai Tang's owner David Tang is one of the social scene's most notable individuals. His stores offer tailor-made clothing in the traditional Chinese styles often with a twist.…

Fairway Market
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

2127 Broadway
New York, NY 10023

Srini V. writes: There are two kinds of New Yorkers--those who can stand Fairway.  And those who cannot.  Supercharged with a Darwinian instinct about finding the best foods they can at unbeatable prices, fellow New Yorkers put themselves through an emotional…

5 Ninth
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village, Manhattan/Meatpacking District

5 9th Avenue
New York, NY 10014

Russ W. writes: I haven't eaten here, but I can say that on a Thursday night, in the Meatpacking, with the smell of street meat abound, this cute little establishment, next door to The Inn, is a welcome and refreshing escape from the zoo that takes place on the…

Tabla

11 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10010

kristine r. writes: My mom's the best!!  She called me up this morning at work and offered to take me out to lunch.  Hmm let's think a minute...leftovers that I brought in or a fancy pants lunch with mom?  Time to put on some fancy pants!

Tabla happens to be conveniently…

The Mercer Hotel
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

99 Prince Street
New York, NY 10012

debbie h. writes: I have stayed at many 5-Star hotels, but The Mercer far exceeded my expectations.  The biggest (and best) surprise was the sincerity and kindness of the staff.  From the moment we arrived until my late check-out (granted without any hassle), every…

60 Thompson
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

60 Thompson St
New York, NY 10012

Wendy L. writes: Favorite hotel thus far, hands down!

Hello!! They have a shag-bag located near the mini-bar! MMM hmm.

Ok ok, in all seriousness, love this place because the people who work here are actually really nice. We got upgraded to a suite and it was…

Raoul's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

180 Prince St
New York, NY 10012

Douglas S. writes: Area artists were still starving and sending smoke rings up at the tin ceiling when this pioneer bistro opened in the mid-seventies. Still run by the Alsatian Raoul brothers and families, the left bank atmosphere remains intact, having aged…

The Bitter End
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

147 Bleecker St
New York, NY 10012

michelle i. writes: so after leaving sabra to sleep back at the hotel, I decided to spend the rest of my night with my new attorney friend, the one I met at Bar 10 earlier in the night. We were standing outside, about to catch a cab when a guy driving a nice town car…

Stonewall
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

53 Christopher St
New York, NY 10014

Robert P. writes: I was very excited to check out Stonewall, with all the history and all. And I was overall quite pleased with what I was met with. For starters, it's a lot  bigger than I imagined it to be. For a Sunday afternoon, there were maybe a total of twelve…

Tracy Matthews Designs
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Civic Center

264 Canal St
Loft 6E
New York, NY 10013

Sam P. writes: For a long time I followed GQ's stodgy decree that the only jewelry a man should wear is a wedding ring.  It's not bad advice - there's a lot of cheesy shit out there for men, and without a tasteful eye, it's a fine line between chic and guido.  …

Mama's Food Shop
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

200 E 3rd Street
New York, NY 10009

Irene S. writes: T-45 DAYS TO A BIKINI BODY?

Then don't eat at Mama's.  I'm positive a side (PLATE) of Mama's garlicky mashed potatoes, a side (PLATE) of Mama's Mac & Cheese, a side (PLATE) of broccoli w/ whole roasted garlic, a side (PLATE) of roasted brussel…

Alidoro
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

105 Sullivan St
New York, NY 10012

Josh R. writes: The more I like a place, the harder it is for me to review it. It's like when a really beautiful woman wants to flirt with me: I turn into a dear in the headlights, my brain shuts off, and I repeat some syllable over and over and over and over.

So…

John Varvatos
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

122 Spring St
New York, NY 10012

Sam P. writes: I've been in love with the sylings of John Varvatos ever since I purchased an exquisite tailored brown striped blazar of his at the Barney's Warehouse Sale a year or two ago.  Since then I have decreed that when I'm a rock/movie star (any day…

BabyCakes NYC
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

248 Broome St
New York City, NY 10002

megan w. writes: Now (if the size of my pants is any indication) I am a fan of baked goods. And by fan I mean the kind of fan who has to go to meetings.

And one of the things I disapprove of is other fans of baked goods who have attitude about the required use of…

Bloomingdale's

1000 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10022

Steven V. writes: Zegna suit - $900

Theory shirt - $80

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Brasserie Les Halles

411 Park Ave S
New York, NY 10016

Berna .. writes: J'adore Anthony Bourdain.

J'adore le steak.

J'adore les pommes frites.

J'adore le vin.

Par consequent, j'adore Brasserie Les Halles.

How fortunate that my icky hotel was located literally a block and a half away from Brasserie Les Halles, the famed eatery…

Savoy Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

70 Prince St
New York, NY 10012

Stellah D. writes: An intimate space with a long, golden, curving bar, and low, warm lighting, Savoy feels immediately like a good friend, convivial and gracious. The scent of cassoulet cooking in the embers of their fireplace, tantalized us from the moment we arrived,…

August
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

359 Bleecker St
New York, NY 10014

Sam P. writes: So charming and lovely.  This little bistro in the west village serves up delicious and innovative "continental european food" with style.  Came here for restaurant week with two of my favorite Yelpers, and I was more than pleased.  The inspired menu…

Ito En Tea Shop
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

822 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10079

Srini V. writes: Ito En Tea Shop is to tea what the MoMA is to contemporary art.  If I was in the business of growing tea, I would want shelf space here.  Meanwhile, tea for me conjures up images of years gone by.  Three follow:

- My mom waking up at 3am to make me a…

Gotham Book Mart
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

41 W 47th St
New York, NY 10036

Javier M. writes: I have to give Gotham Mart all of my stars and garters; by far the best selection in town... but there's more to it than that; the actual place where Gotham Mart is located used to be 'till the late 80's the former Rare Book shop (and the home) of…

Little Pie Company
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen

424 W 43rd St
New York, NY 10036

Fabian T. writes: If you're The Little Pie Company - that would make me The Little Pie Hole Company -- because I devour you. You get an extra star just for making your whole block smelling so mouthwateringly good - which is no small feat in Hell's Kitchen!

I love that…

Amish Market
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen

731 9th Ave.
New York, NY 10019

Russ W. writes: I should just copy my review of Garden of Eden and paste it here.  This place is dynamite to me.  I mean, I don't really even enjoy food unless it's fried, yet I still love coming here.

Key items to look for:

Prepared foods here are AMAZING!…

Lovemore & Do
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

428 East 9th Street
New York, NY 10009

Rebecca L. writes: i have been going here for four years and i never tire of lindsay. she is excellent and really understands my hair. they have up-ed their prices but i still splurge to get it done right. great enviorment.

Edited:  Hair Pi is now Lovemore & Do, Lindsay…

Fontana's
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Lower East Side

105 Eldridge Street
New York, NY 10002

Nish N. writes: This being our first ever Yelp Elite Squad event in Manhattan, we needed a cool spot that could accomodate a relatively large group. We completely lucked out with Fontana's!

First of all, the space is huge, there's a sleek bar in front, which opens…