Public New York

[New York] Public

This one Michelin-starred restaurant is a popular brunch spot in NYC. The Bloody Mary is so fresh and will surely cure a hangover–not that anybody ever has one when they go to brunch.

Totto Ramen

[New York] Totto Ramen

Of the well-known ramen shops in New York, Totto’s ramen broth came closest to the flavor I made up in my mind of what I would like ramen broth to taste like, if that makes sense.

[New York] Katz's Delicatessen (2)

[New York] Katz’s Delicatessen (2)

Remember: choose pastrami, bring plenty of cash, and don’t lose your ticket or you will be very sorry.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

[New York] Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

Earl Grey ice cream!

Momofuku Noodle Bar

[New York] Momofuku Noodle Bar

Momofuku Noodle Bar is David Chang’s first baby where his legendary pork buns made their debut. Verdict? Same story as Ippudo: pork buns live completely up to the hype while the ramen does not.

Shake Shack

[New York] Shake Shack

I pretty much wanted to check myself into the hospital to treat my clogged arteries immediately after having this. Tasty but super greasy. My body can only handle this once a year.

Clinton St Baking Company

[New York] Clinton St Baking Company

Breakfast, pancakes in particular, is no doubt what this place does best. If you don’t have time to wait around for breakfast, don’t fret because they serve pancakes for dinner, too.

Kura New York

[New York] Kura (Dinner 2)

Ugh the inevitable has happened. Kura’s secret is out and I have to fight other sushi zealots for a spot at the counter. Do yourself a favor: make a reservation! Grab a seat, order some sake, and eat whatever Chef Miyake-san hands you.

Melt Shop

[New York] Melt Shop

I swear we were just looking for a light snack in between lunch and dinner (it is a totally legitimate meal time) when we stumbled upon this grilled cheese shop. We split a sandwich if that makes us less like pieces of lard. No? Okay.

Balthazar New York

[New York] Balthazar Restaurant

Get the Eggs Norwegian.