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In New York.....
:::Que Alicia Keys track::: I spent a week in the Big Apple and complied all my sights, sounds, tastes, smells and feels in this list.
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Liv’s 5-star review: It's hard to believe how my friends and I were still able to head over to Momofuku Milk Bar after being so stuffed from dinner at Momofuku Bo Ssam.....but there's always room for dessert, right? Besides, Milk Bar was just around the corner. I was told I had to have the cereal milk ice cream and I'm glad I tried it! Whoever thought of that flavor was very cleaver bc it tastes just like that....cereal milk. Also loved how they added corn flake bits to the ice cream for some added crunch. I also tried one of their corn cookies. I ate the whole thing by myself in one sitting. I wanted to try the crack pie but there was no room in my stomach. Next time.... MMB has one of a kind, unique flavors of desserts that you cannot find anywhere else. I wish there was one in SF!
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Liv’s 5-star review: I needed to get my hair done bc I had to attend a wedding and found Kiwa Salon on yelp. It was just 2 blocks from my hotel which was perfect bc I wasn't about to catch a cab or take the subway just to get my hair done. Also, I always go to Asian salons, so Kiwa being a Japanese salon, was the perfect choice. I made an appointment a month in advance and emailed them photos of what I wanted for an up-do. Akito, the owner, called me back and we discussed the style and price. I wanted to keep the cost to $50 and he said that would be fine. Kiwa Salon is located in the building next to FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology). There is a huge sign on the side of the brick wall. However, I walked passed it initially bc Moda cafe next to it had a huge sign and I got distracted by it. Just remember that Kiwa is directly next to Moda. It is a small salon, cozy salon with 6 chairs. Once I stepped in there, I felt like I was in Japan. The stylists are super trendy and hip. They all speak Japanese. It's very fitting that this salon would be located in the Fashion District. Every chair was filled and it looked like a very popular place to get your hair done for the hip gals and guys. I was about 10 min early but my stylist, Yuka was ready once my appointment time had arrived. She showed me the pics I had sent on her iphone and also some pics of how she had practiced the up-do on a model. That really impressed me. At that point, I pretty much let her take over bc I trusted that she would do a great job (and she did). There was a girl that was an apprentice that helped Yuka and some of the other stylist. The apprentice was cute and clumsy as I watched her drop a hairdryer and a curler but she was very polite. In the end, my up-do was just what I wanted. My appointment took an hour which was just the time frame that I had expected. Yuka also gave me some 10% off cards after I had paid. Although I won't be back in NYC for a long time, I still recommend it to those in the area or visiting. Kiwa Salon will make you look fab! -
Liv’s 4-star review: One of the best places to see the Manhattan skyline. Although a touristy spot, it's a must see when in NYC. I've been to many cities around the world...been to many tallest buildings that provide breathtaking views of the city. I can now add Top of the Rock to that list. The elevator ride up is fun and they have cool lights and graphics on the ceiling of the elevator. The ticketing staff was friendly and helpful. The tickets are marked so that you get in line for the elevator per your time specified. This was nice bc we got to walk around the Rockefeller center a little bit until we could go to the top. The only reason I'm docking a star is bc it was incredibly crowded around sunset time. Tourists were everywhere and fighting for a spot to get close to the windows and edges of the walls. It was pretty nuts on the top deck where you don't have the glass and everyone was crowded together and some people were pushing. Everyone and their mamas wanted to take some pictures. Some people also hog the space and so you really couldn't see anything until they moved. It took a lot of patience and waiting to get a good viewing spot. My advice is that if you are going to see the sunset, expect crowds and inevitably, some rude tourists. I'm sure checking out the view later at night would be nice so you can see all the city lights. It's open until midnight and I'm sure by then it would be much less crowded. I probably wouldn't go again but I'd recommend going at least once. -
Liv’s 4-star review: I really enjoyed my 2 night stay at the Millenium. The location was great bc I had planned to check out the 911 Memorial which was literally downstairs and over a block. I stayed on the 53rd floor and had an awesome view of the NY city skyline and we could see the new World Trade Towers and the 911 Memorial from our room. We were also able to see a pretty amazing view of the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges from our floor. The standard king room was quite large (for Manhattan). There was also space for an executive desk and a recliner. The bathroom was quite large as well. Super comfy bed and down pillows. Very clean and comfortable. Free wifi. The gym and pool were great too. It was so relaxing to swim in the pool and relax while looking out into downtown from the floor to ceiling windows. Bf took advantage of being able to use the gym and got his work out in during our stay. Service was exceptional. They also let us have a late check out for 2pm instead of 12pm. All the front desk and lobby staff were incredibly helpful and courteous. -
Liv’s 4-star review: You can smell the vinegar outside when you're walking up the street to Joe's. This is the place to be if you want some Xiao Long Boa (steamed soup dumplings). They are pretty famous in NYC and there are pics of celebs with the owner all over the walls. Bf and I met another couple for a late lunch on a weekday. It was pretty crowded but we were seated immediately. We ordered the Pork XLB, Crab XLB and boiled Pork dumplings. The steamed XLB were much bigger than I've seen in SF. They were very good and had a rich broth inside each of the pouches of goodness. The pork XLB was my favorite. It was fragrant and filled with plenty of meat. The crab filling on the other order of XLB was good too. The boiled pork dumplings had a nice wrapper....not too thick and had a nice chewiness. The meat was very dense (not what I'm used to) and almost like a meatball consistency. Great lunch overall. It was $21 total. Nice and filling meal. -
Liv’s 4-star review: When in New York.... eat pastrami at Kat'z! I'm not a pastrami person but I had to eat it bc everyone's been telling me how good it is. Bf has been there a handful of times, so we had our game plan before heading over there. We stopped in for lunch around 1pm on a weekday. There were a lot of tourists and some locals sprinkled in here and there. It was packed but the lines moved quickly. While I snagged a table, bf went to order at the counter. We shared a pastrami sandwich and fries. The sammich was piled high with pastrami and came with a side of pickles. It was definitely the best pastrami I've ever eaten. It's cut thickly and so juicy and flavorful. The bread was perfect too. So simple and yummy. It is a little pricey but worth it. Our tab was $24. (It's also cash only.) At least try it once when in NY! -
Liv’s 4-star review: One word - Modern. Since this Hilton is located in the Fashion District of NYC, it was very appropriate that they have a stylish and fashion themed decor throughout the hotel. The details in the room played off a modern, simple and sleek appeal from all of the furniture, wallpaper prints, art/photography and the key card sensors on the elevators and room doors. I liked the displays of the mannequins in the windows of the lobby as well as the art piece made of spools of thread in homage to the Mondrian. Upon arrival, the front desk upgraded me to a larger king room on the 14th floor. They also welcomed me with a baggie with two bottles of water and a box of snacks. Service was great throughout my two nights stay. The bellman always got us a cab when we needed one, which was a little difficult since this Hilton is on a side street from the main street (7th Ave). About the room - yes, I said I was upgraded to a larger room but by no means was the room big. It was comfortable but appropriately small for Manhattan living. Although it was small, the room was very clean and modern. The king bed was very comfy and we slept very well during our stay. There was a nice long desk where the bf was able to use his laptop. Free wifi was also a plus. The restroom was a good size and not cramped. They had a very modern enclosed shower, which was nice....since all the other hotels we stayed at during our trip had the tub and shower curtain. The room also had a Keurig, which was pretty awesome. They had a gym which we did not use but checked it out. It was small but if you wanted to hop on a treadmill, elliptical or lift some weights, it is very do-able. The rooftop bar was pretty cool but we did not get a chance to actually have a drink up there. Location was very convenient. It is located a half block from FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) and so there are many little cafes, bars and restaurants in the area. It's also only about 0.3 mi from the nearest subway station. -
Liv’s 5-star review: One of the best dinners that I had during my stay in New York was at Momofuku Ssam Bar. If you get a chance to try the pork shoulder, you must! Grab a group of friends and do it! One of our friends had planned a group dinner for 25 people, so they had pre-ordered the Bo Ssam: (ssäm is korean for enclosed or wrapped) includes a whole slow cooked pork shoulder, a dozen oysters, white rice, bibb lettuce, korean bbq sauce, kimchi and ginger scallion sauce. You make wraps with the pork and condiments or eat as you please. The pork shoulder from niman ranch is cured overnight, then slow roasted for 6-8 hours with a brown sugar and kosher salt rub. It is nothing like I've ever had before and yelping about it is making me salivate as I type. You have to make a reservation and call ahead so that they can prepare the Bo Ssam. It costs $200 but well worth it if you have some friends who like to eat! In addition to the Bo Ssam, our table also ordered steamed buns (pork belly, hoisin, cucumbers, scallions) and bbq bun (crispy pork belly, coleslaw, smoked mayo). Both were incredibly delicious and a great start to the meal. The oysters were incredibly fresh and I preferred them on their own as opposed to putting them in a wrap. The pork shoulder was amazing!!! It was fall off the bone tender and just the one of the best pieces of pork I've ever eaten. What was even more amazing was that our table only had 8 people (6 guys and 2 gals including moi) and we ate the whole damn thing! It was impressive given the fact that our friends and my bf have had this meal numerous times and never have they ever finished the whole pork shoulder. They said that they always took a lot home. Even the waiter was very impressed. The other table in our party even passed over their remaining half dozen of oysters and we finished that too! Note - limit or skip the rice so you have room for the wraps. Our table was proud, despite being straight up gluttons that had contracted the meat sweats after consuming everything. Incredible food and service. Our total tab including drinks and tip came out to be $50 per person. Great value for all the food that we had. When in NYC, must have Momofuku Bo Ssam!!! -
Liv’s 3-star review: I know, I know....it's a tourist trap. I just wanted to stay in Times Square one night for fun. Plus, I used my points for a free night's stay. It's a great central location if you are planning to explore TS and catch a Broadway Show. I stayed on the top floor (11th). King room was a good size and clean. Also had desk and recliner. Bathroom was small but not cramped. Had a view of some high rises from my window. They have nice amenities such as complimentary bfast, coffee/tea, cookies, muffins and apples in the lobby, small gym and free wifi. Front desk service was friendly. Not super fancy but you pay for location more than anything. -
Liv’s 3-star review: You know the soup Nazi on Seinfeld? Well, Big Wong is the wonton Nazi! I had a pretty interesting experience there. One of the waiters there spoke Chinese really quickly and was very impatient when he was taking our order. When we asked him questions, he pretty much yelled at us. It was actually pretty funny bc he was speaking so quickly, I didn't know he was yelling at us at the time and I proceeded to ask him more questions (which I'm sure annoyed him even more). Anyway, the BWK is located in Manhattan Chinatown. It was easy to find, right off Canal Street. A yelp friend recommended that I give their wonton a try bc it's supposed to be the best in the area. I tried to be unbiased with all the wontons I've consumed over the years, but discounting the original wonton noodles from HK, the Bay Area wonton are still way better than what they served up at Big Wong's. Sorry, but SF wins here! Dishes consumed: -Wonton Ho Fun (rice noodles): The broth lacked the shrimp shell flavor that is the standard for all wonton noodle broths and was very bland. The wontons consisted of a ball of pork and had tiny pieces of shrimp. The texture was too dense for what I'm used to in a wonton. Ho fun was the skinny kind you find in HK - yum. -BBQ Pork Lo Mein: Not what I expected....when I order Lo Mein anywhere else, it is the dry wonton noodles and they bring it out with a small bowl of wonton soup for your to spoon over the noodles. This lo mein, however, was more like a chow mein. The BBQ pork was cut thinly and the dish could have used more meat. I thought it would be hearty, thick slices. Taste was fine though. -Side of Yui Choi (Chinese greens): Not that fresh...choy was a bit fiberous. Thought it was a rip off for $5 bc the dish was small. Also wasn't too crazy about the only other choice being lettuce so went with the yui choy. Overall, food was just OK. Price was decent for what it was. Expect whole in the wall atmosphere and possibly having to share a table with strangers. Don't be afraid if the wonton Nazi yells at you.
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Liv’s 5-star review: I have been a Chef Masaharu Morimoto fanatic since I was a kid. I'd watch every episode of the original Iron Chef series even though it was in Japanese and I couldn't understand anything they were saying. When he came on Iron Chef America, I kept watching. I always appreciated Chef Morimoto's creative take on innovative Japanese cuisine and the aesthetics on his presentation for each dish. An ice sculpture with tropical plants serving as a platter for a trio of fish or some new way to eat a deconstructed udon to accentuate the flavor profiles of each of the ingredients....these are examples of how Chef M. always incorporates thought into his craft. He also uses the concept of umami. Chef Morimoto is such a personable public figure, you can't help but just fall in love with his enthusiastic, fun personality. Although there is a Morimoto in Napa, I still haven't tried it yet. When in Manhattan, I took this as the perfect opportunity to try the Morimoto there. Bf and I headed over to Chelsea for a weekday lunch. We had a reservation and were seated immediately. The restaurant was modern and sheik in decor. It's everything you would expect for a Morimoto establishment..... pleasing to the eye and very welcoming. The host and wait staff were very professional and provided excellent service. We even chatted with the waitress a bit and asked about Chef. She said that he was opening a few other locations so he doesn't frequent the NY one as much these days. She also shared with us that their staff would watch the Iron Chef America episodes together upstairs when some of their sous chefs from the NY Morimoto were featured. I thought that was awesome that they had a great comradery among their staff members. Since we were eating our way through Manhattan, bf and I went with a few choices for a light lunch. Everything on the menu looked amazing but we decided to pick and choose wisely: -Toro tartare: I saw this Morimoto signature dish many years ago on Food Network's Best Thing I Ever Ate. I have been wanting to try it since. Besides, I love toro. First, the presentation was just incredible. Second, the innovative way of eating it with spoons of the various condiments not only accentuated all the different flavors but added fun in eating it period. The little bits of rice crackers gave the toro a nice crunch and texture. Soooo gooood all around. Also, the caviar was a nice touch as well. -Wagyu carpaccio: thin slices of wagyu beef seared with hot chili oil....melt in your mouth goodness. I'm normally not one for beef nor carpaccios (I prefer my beef not to be bloody). However, this take on the carpaccio was perfect. It was flavorful and not completely raw so that I could appreciate it much more. Also presented beautifully as expected. -$55 Sashimi: chef's choice of fish which included a good assortment of sashimi that was fresh fresh fresh fresh. The fish had that rainbow tint on it as if it was just plucked out of the sea and served up on the platter. Each type of fish was grade A and the variation provided nice distinct flavors. The fish was sweet and just melted in our mouths. I have no idea how they make the smoked salmon bc it's raw but is infused with a smokey flavor. Actually, I take that back....I believe I've seen Chef Morimoto make that on Iron Chef before. Anyway I digress, but I never had anything like it before and it was incredible. I'm normally not too crazy about the white fishes but everything was exceptional. -Salmon sashimi: again, super fresh and delicious as ever. Total tab was $150 for our light lunch. One of the best sushi experiences I've had in a long time. I was thoroughly pleased. I can't wait to try the Napa Morimoto now that I'm back in the Bay! -
Liv’s 4-star review: First time I've ever had a chicken broth based ramen and it was pretty darn good! Bf had eaten there on a previous visit to NY, so he recommended it for a late night meal since it was only 2 blocks away from our hotel. My friend and her bf also wanted to try out Totto, so they met us there. Note that it is a very small space and that there is bound to be a long wait. We put our names on the list at 9:30pm with 28 names in front of us and didn't get seated until an hour later. I had the Totto Chicken Paitan Ramen ($9.75). The ramen was a thinner noodle than I've had before but nonetheless chewy in texture and cooked perfectly. The chicken broth was very nice and great with the noodles but would be too salty to have by itself. It was served with chicken breasts, some bean sprouts and a piece of nori. It was plentiful and I had to give some of my ramen to the bf to help me finish. Bf had the Totto Spicy Ramen ($11). The broth was spicy but not too spicy and gave the ramen a nice kick. It was topped with char sui pork and bean sprouts. My couple friend also ordered the same two choices as us. By the end of our meal, our 4 bowls were empty and our bellies were full. -
Liv’s 3-star review: After having lunch at Big Wong's in Chinatown, stopped by Tai Pan Bakery for some dessert. Bf got a cocktail bun and I tried a taro bun. Both buns were very good attributing to loads of butter that we could taste. There was a bit of a crowd inside but the lined moved quickly. -
Liv’s 4-star review: This was the first time I've ever had Shake Shack. People say it's the NY equivalent to the West Coast's In-n-Out. And the winner is..... Shake Shack! The burger was really good and even better was the frozen custard (milk shake but better). I had the single shack burger and the vanilla shack attack. The crinkle cut fries were ok although I only tried one. Bf ate the rest gladly. This Shake Shack is inside Madison Square Park so it's literally a shack where you just order. The line was really long but worth the wait. When we finally got our food, we opted to sit at a bench in the park and enjoyed our afternoon snack while people watching. -
Liv’s 4-star review: A friend of mine who lives in NYC recommended Flex Mussels so I had to try it. Bf and I made a reservation for a late dinner and got there around 9:30pm on a week night. We opted to sit inside where there were still about 4 tables having dinner. There are some tables outside as well. The dining room is modern and cool but unpretentious. The waitress we had was not that tentative and we hardly even saw her for the duration of our meal. However, the busser was super nice and he came around to our table many times to refill our waters, take away our dishes and was friendly as ever. On to the food: -Burnt Fingers: platter of fried oysters, prawns and calamari.....very fresh and I loved that they gave a good amount of tentacles bc that's my fav part of the calamari. -South Pacific Mussels: cooked with kaffir lime, cilantro, white wine, lemongrass....the mussels were big and very tasty. The sauce was oh so delish! It doesn't tell you on the menu but they also got ginger and garlic cloves in that wonderful sauce. -Complimentary bread: I ate the whole bucket by sopping up the sauce from the mussels. Do it! -Truffle Fries: bf loved them, but he also loves any fries. I thought they were good but stuck to the bread. Total tab was $55 and we left very satisfied. Flex Mussels is a great place to go if you enjoy seafood, especially mussels. They have 25 different flavors that are all very unique. My friend also says that they have happy hour where you can sit at the bar and it's all you can eat mussels but it's only limited to 3 flavors. I think that sounds like a great deal. If I had time, I would have gone back for that. Bf is still talking about Flex Mussels and how he wishes there was one in SF. -
Liv’s 2-star review: The Roosevelt has that old world charm to it. Yes, it is very historical and has beautiful architecture. The lobby and ball rooms are very beautiful. I found a deal on hotwire so stayed there for one night. If I could describe the rooms, it would be old and tiny! My room was on the 4th floor and it is what you would call New York living....tiny tiny space. The room was cramped with a king bed and desk. We could barely find room to walk once we put our luggage inside. The window was small and we had a great view of a brick wall. The closet and bathroom doors open into each other, so you couldn't really have both open at the same time. Bathroom was very very small and outdated. There's no counter space but they put up some glass shelves on the walls. The grout on the bathtub was chipped off and there were lots of scratches that they tried to paint over with caulking. Luckily the flatscreen tv was mounted on the wall to save some space. The gym was decent and they had a basket of bananas and apples in there. We got to chill for a little bit in the lobby which was nice. The location is pretty good since it's close to Central Park and 5th Ave. It was just OK for me, but I wouldn't stay there again. It's not cheap. Also no free wifi. I'd prefer a larger space and something a little newer. -
Liv’s 4-star review: You really can't beat a big honkin' slice of pizza for $1.50. I am a huge thin crust pizza lover so 2 Bros Pizza is right up my alley. Bf and I actually had 2 Bros three times during our trip. The first time, we were out late at night and needed a snack so we got the Mushroom (mine) and Pepperoni (his) slices. Sorry, forgot to take pic and scarfed it down pretty quickly. Nuff said. Second visit was another evening snack. I got had the Hawaiian and he had the meat lover's pizza with meatballs, bacon and other nitrate loaded meats. Both were loaded with a ton of toppings. The third time, only bf bought the pizza and he had the Hawaiian. You really can't hate on their pizza bc it will satisfy your craving, fill you up and give you bang for your buck. -
Liv’s 5-star review: The 911 Memorial is a must visit when in NY. Since I was staying at the Millennium Hilton, the memorial was only a walk across the street. Bf and I just happened to visit the memorial on Memorial Day. It was quite crowded and there was high security that day, but the lines moved quickly most of the time. One of the employees at the memorial told us that we should take lots of pics bc the area is going to be dramatically different. As you walk around the World Trade Center, there is still a lot of construction all around. There are two new towers up and they are still building the other two. They also have plans to develop shopping centers and restaurants on the same block. Once entering the memorial, there's an air of solemness and remembrance. The two fountains and surrounding park provide time for reflection. Around the fountains are etched names of the people who were lost. There is also a museum which hasn't been opened yet. The Memorial is free to the public but donations are encouraged. They didn't tell us what the donation was for or how much of the proceeds goes to the foundation/cause, so I wish there was more information provided on that. -
Liv’s 4-star review: This review is only based on their macadamia and coconut cookies. While walking through the Chelsea market, there are many bakeries and wonderful eateries that were crowded with people. Ruthy's Bakery was actually pretty quiet but for some reason bf decided to venture inside and check out the beautiful display of cupcakes and cookies. We bought a few macadamia and coconut soft cookies which were delightful! We didn't try anything else but the cookies that we had were scrumptious! -
Liv’s 1-star review: I couldn't agree more with the other yelpers that said this place is too crowded. Waaaay too crowded. I know I'm getting old for the club scene, but I can't imagine how this place could be fun if the place is the size of a shoebox and there's no ventilation and people are packed in there shoulder to shoulder. Keep in mind there are also people trying to dance, so good luck trying to get around them. Your space is about to be invaded. It's amazing that I was even able to navigate my way through the crowd to the bar. I think I stayed about 30 min and couldn't take it anymore. Just too many people in there. It's only a $5 cover but not really worth it to me. I do agree that the music is good if you like hip hop. One star of the DJ. Only reason I went was bc some friends wanted to go and have been there a few times.
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Liv’s 3-star review: On a second visit to Chinatown during my week in Manhattan, bf had to get his cocktail bun as usual. He said it was really good and inhaled the thing. I went with a traditional egg tart which was everything that I expected.... a flaky crust with sweet custard filling. At Fay Da (translating to fat dozen), they have a nice assortment of breads, buns and Chinese cakes. Good place to stop by for a sweet snack. -
Liv’s 2-star review: I know that there are Five Guys out here on the West Coast now, but I haven't tried it yet. I'm not much of a fast food person but have been wanting to at least try Five Guys at least once. They were everywhere in NY, and bf wanted to get his burger and fries (me just wanting a few bites to taste). We forgot that a regular burger has 2 meat patties so we were surprised to see a big ball of a burger upon receiving the order. I must say, it's nice to have such a large selection of fixins, but it's just too much. Yes, I said it....too much meat, too much fixins... Sorry, not my cup of tea. I tried the burger and the meat was just so overcooked and dried out. The fries were soggy and I'm not crazy about the cajun seasoning aka msg. I know that the fries are cooked in peanut oil but I'm not sure that that makes the meal healthier in any way, shape or form. When in New York, I much prefer Shake Shack.
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Liv’s 2-star review: I was in desperate need of some greens in my daily diet and stopped by H&H for a salad for lunch. I went with a small mixed green salad but was disappointed in the toppings that were offered. A lot of the toppings looked like the were sitting out for a while and weren't too fresh. I ended going with a few safe choices that looked better than others. The lady mashes up the salad after you choose all your toppings and I wasn't too thrilled about that bc she also mashed up all the tofu leaving it in tiny bits. Also a bit pricey bc each topping was about a tablespoon and costs 0.70 each so it adds up quickly. The salad came with your choice of bread or croutons which was fine. I opted for wheat bread. I didn't get to try the soups bc it was just too hot and humid that day. -
Liv’s 4-star review: It was my last day in NY and I hadn't had a bagel the whole trip. I was determined to have a new york bagel. Koffeecake Corner was a block from the hotel so bf and I both ordered wheat bagels with egg white omelet and cheese. Bf added turkey bacon to his. The bagel sammiches were huge and just the perfect breakfast after being toasted up. The service was speedy and the staff behind the counter were very welcoming. If I were a local, I'd opt to stop by KC often. -
Liv’s 5-star review: Cute little florist shop in the middle of Midtown, NY. It's a little difficult to find. Keep in mind that they are inside the plaza and no actually facing the street bc I got lost trying to find it on google maps. I stopped by to pick up a small bouquet. The gentleman in the shop was very friendly and quickly put together a mixed bouquet. His assistant was nice too. Very friendly service! They have fresh beautiful flowers and will work with you on how much you want to spend. Pre-made arrangements are also available inside the refrigerator as well as potted orchids and green plants. Any recipient would be lucky to receive flowers from NY Plaza Florist. -
Liv’s 5-star review: Prime time location - Times Square. Huge Marriott located in the heart of the touristy Midtown. My review is based on attending a convention here. This Marriott is huge and has several floors for meeting rooms and ballrooms. Facilities are well maintained and immaculate. The staff in all areas are very professional. Catering within the hotel was impressive. Breakfast and lunch spreads included healthy and delicious selections. Meeting rooms were set up nicely and had perfect amenities for presentations. Convenient location to get to with many attractions in nearby Theater District and Hell's Kitchen. -
Liv’s 4-star review: Better than expected experience at the Broadway @ Times Square Hotel. My company booked this hotel for me during a business trip. The rates are very reasonable for this area during the week ($179/nt). You can't beat that in Times Square/Theater District. This is a boutique hotel located half a block away from Times Square, so if you are looking for convenience and location in that area, this is a good choice for lodging. Check-in was a breeze and I was pleasantly surprised by the amenities provided at no extra charge. Free wifi, nationwide calling, use of macs/printers and continental breakfast. Most hotels charge for wifi, computer use and phone calls. It was nice to be able to print my boarding pass without having to pay to use the computer room. They also have a small gym which I did not use with two treadmills. While I did not have the continental breakfast, I did pick up some whole fruits on my mornings there. The breakfast is pretty basic with bagels, cereal, muffins and such. I stayed in a standard queen room on the fifth floor. This is New York, so I expected the room to be small. Even so, it was fine for little ol' me and even would have been OK for a couple. The room was clean and well-kept. Pretty basic but everything that I needed. The small coffeemaker was a nice to have as well. Bed was comfy. The floor was quiet on the days I stayed there even though my room was next to the elevator. The bellman was incredibly friendly as were all the staff at the front desk. They were very helpful in arranging a black car for me instead of a taxi for a discounted rate. Sometimes there is a shuttle to the airport ($25), but you have to tell them ahead of time so that they can call for you. it isn't available every day and supposedly only once an hour if available. Overall, good value for the location and quality of hotel. -
Liv’s 4-star review: Two years ago, one of my friends who lives in NY recommended Sushi of Gari to me when I visited. I did not get a chance to eat at any of the Gari locations on that visit. Finally, last week I returned to NY again and got to try Gari 46! I would recommend making a reservation as it is a small space and they are packed all evening. Lady and I walked in around 7:30pm and were told it would be an hour wait. We decided to go grab a glass of wine next door while we waited. When our table was ready, the hostess gave us a call and we headed over. We actually ended up sitting at the sushi bar since there was space. The tables are very close to one another, so sushi bar seems more comfortable. Besides, it's always more fun at the sushi bar. They only let you sit at the sushi bar if you do intend on ordering sushi and not only cooked menu items. As recommended by my friend, Tuna of Gari: tuna 8 ways ($55) is the thing to order. Two orders - one for lady and one for myself. Large hot house sake to share. We watched the sushi chefs make beautiful plates of jewels (sushi). They have fresh selections of fish and many trained chefs working the sushi bar. Tuna of Gari did not disappoint! Although I cannot recall exactly each type of tuna sushi, all of them were remarkable! The spicy tuna roll was very good but not spectacular like the sushi. The dish is filling for one person. If you love tuna, this signature dish is a must order. It's a little pricey, but well worth it. Total tab was $165. Overall, authentic high-end sushi dining experience. Ambiance is cozy and hip with the clientele ranging from businesspeople to dating couples to girls on a night out. Service was average. Our server was here and there but we did have to wave him down a few times. Sushi chefs don't really engage in conversations at the sushi bar, so don't expect to be taking shots with them. Highly recommend if you are looking for a good sushi joint in NYC. There are several locations and their menus vary. -
Liv’s 4-star review: What's not to love about Don't Tell Mama? Good location in Hell's Kitchen neighborhood. Laid back ambiance. Live pianist playing classic and modern jams. Happy hour from 4-8pm. Generous wine pours for $4. Friendly bartender. Doesn't get much better than that. Oh, and don't tell mama!
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