Places to Take a Friend You're Trying to Convince to Move to NYC
Discover the diverse soul of New York City with this curated map, perfect for impressing a friend you're hoping will move here. From iconic street scenes and cozy cafes to legendary steakhouses and vibrant nightlife, explore the unique neighborhoods that make NYC unforgettable.
Canal Street
Mentioned in the context of 'Peronis on Canal Street', it seems to be a street where people socialize.
Villager
A cafe known for creating a personable atmosphere in New York City.
IXV
A cafe known for creating a personable atmosphere in New York City.
Cafe Mado
A cafe known for creating a personable atmosphere in New York City.
Abraço
A cafe known for its characters, interesting conversation, excellent music, and community feel, as well as good coffee.
Lower East Side
A neighborhood with a chaotic energy, recommended for a night out.
Dimes Square
Part of the Lower East Side, this area is known for its chaotic energy and nightlife.
Kiki’s
A restaurant in the Lower East Side, popular for dinner.
Time Again
A place to wait while waiting for a table at Kiki's.
Cervo’s
A restaurant that can be combined with a visit to Cellar 36.
Cellar 36
A bar that can be combined with a visit to Cervo's.
Good Room
A club showcasing the city’s music scene.
Nowadays
A venue that showcases the city's club scene.
Forest Hills Stadium
A large-scale venue known for its infectious crowd vibe.
Greenpoint
A neighborhood that offers a nice side of New York.
Bar Americano
A bar in Greenpoint to have a vermouth with orange foam.
Lot Radio
A place in Greenpoint where you can see who is in the DJ booth.
Ramirez
A place in Greenpoint to have a pastor taco.
Bernie’s
A place in Greenpoint to draw on tablecloths and sip on a Bud heavy.
Cherry on Top
A rooftop bar in Bushwick where you can drink good wine and take in some decent views.
Bushwick
A location of Cherry on Top bar.
Williamsburg
A neighborhood where you might find a friend's roof with killer views.
The Edge
Mentioned as an example of a rooftop that feels like it's trying too hard.
Mr. Purple
Mentioned as an example of a rooftop that feels like it's trying too hard.
Brooklyn Heights Promenade
A place that offers inspiring views of the city.
Minetta
A place to sit at the bar and crush a burger, embodying a classic New York vibe.
JG Melon
A place to sit at the bar and crush a burger, embodying a classic New York vibe.
Keen’s
A place to slip into for a martini, embodying a classic New York vibe.
Peter Luger
A place to slip into for a martini, embodying a classic New York vibe.
Fraunces Tavern
A pub decked in history where you can have a beer, embodying a classic New York vibe.
Old Town Bar
A pub decked in history where you can have a beer, embodying a classic New York vibe.
Ear Inn
A pub decked in history where you can have a beer, embodying a classic New York vibe.
Ridgewood
A neighborhood that feels more like a suburban subdivision than the big city.
Salty Lunch Lady
A place in Ridgewood to get a sandwich.
Jones Bar
A place in Ridgewood to drink a beer.
Red Hook
An area that feels like an old seaside town.
Cafe Kestrel
A place in Red Hook to have brunch.
Red Hook Tavern
A place in Red Hook to get a burger.
Sunny’s
A place in Red Hook to listen to some bluegrass music.
Swift
A bar with a back room perfect for social gatherings.
Sharlene’s
A place where you can gather a big crew and hang around for hours.
Sunny and Annie’s
A place to slide into for a late-night sandwich on a hero.
Lil’ Frankie’s Grocery
A place to stop into for a hidden gem Sicilian slice late at night.
Commodore
A place with a kitchen open late, hitting hard in the late-night hours.
Superiority Burger
A place with a kitchen open late, hitting hard in the late-night hours.
Central Park
An awe-inspiring and endlessly explorable park, good for picnics and walks.
Upper West
Mentioned as a place you can walk from to Central Park.
Upper East
Mentioned as a place you can walk to from Central Park.
Rockaway Beach
Suggested as a day trip via ferry or subway.
Rippers
A place at Rockaway Beach to grab a burger and beer.