Beautiful cafe / shop with objects and goods for the home. A place to spend some time in, chill, sip your coffee and buy some things.

Great mid-eastern food in Chelsea/Flatiron/NoMad/whatever you call that area.

Books are Magic is a great local spot for bookworms. The staff is warm and friendly with regular events happening monthly. 

Lunch there before a visit at the MET with a walk in Central Park

Neighborhood lunch place / Japanese supermarket. Love it for its authenticity and affordable Japanese food menu. Although its located in SOHO, it’s not hip, not fancy, not designed, not styled, not outstanding. Feels like a honest, family run business that makes the most out of this location for sure. Come here for Ramen, soba, sushi, and more. Try some fries with a choice of chili or wasabi mayonnaise. There’s something about them.