From Brunch to Happy Hour: New York City Restaurant Recommendations
By Amanda Lederman
We promise every food picture will be instagrammable.
Dine at New York City’s best during #BlogHer19 Creators Summit!
No muss, no fuss, just a list of fantastic places to eat and drink while you’re in town for #BlogHer19 Creators Summit! Don’t miss your chance to chew on these recommendations from our #BlogHer19 Food speakers, our SHE Media staff, and members of The BlogHer Creators Network and SHE Media Partner Network.
For breakfast, brunch, or lunch
Greenpoint
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Alexa Matthews of EatingNYC
Williamsburg
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig & Jordan Boswell (Programming Manager for BlogHer)
“One of the most delicious brunch spots with great lighting for photos.” – Jordan Boswell
Chelsea
Recommended by Elizabeth Uva of Vivi E Impara (Member of our SHE Media Partner Network)
Harlem
Recommended by Marilyn Haugen of Maven Cookery (Member of The BlogHer Creators Network)
“Melba’s in Harlem has the best fried chicken and waffles anywhere (she beat Bobby Flay). I always go there anytime I’m in NYC.” – Marilyn Haugen
Lower East Side
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Phoebe Lapine of Feed Me Phoebe
SoHo
Recommended by Jane Asher (Social Media Editor of StyleCaster)
Multiple Locations
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig & Jordan Boswell (Programming Manager for BlogHer)
“If you don’t try the Madame Freda, you’re doing it wrong. Such a fresh, tasty and unique blend of flavors.” – Jordan Boswell
Williamsburg
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Remy Morimoto Park of Veggiekins
Multiple Locations
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Creators Summit Speaker Maya Howard of Maya’s Healthy Day
“For amazinggg vegan chicken and waffles.” – Maya Howard
SoHo and Williamsburg
Recommended by Jane Asher (Social Media Editor of StyleCaster) and #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig
SoHo
Recommended by Jane Asher (Social Media Editor of StyleCaster) and #BlogHer19 Food Speakers Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig and Alexa Matthews of EatingNYC
Lower East Side and Brooklyn
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Remy Morimoto Park of Veggiekins & Jordan Boswell (Programming Manager for BlogHer)
“The nachos. With guac. Size large. You’re welcome.” – Jordan Boswell
Kips Bay
Recommended by Stephanie Hernandez of The Tiny Herbivore (Member of The BlogHer Creators Network)
“For an absolutely delicious “junky” vegan burger, Marty’s V Burger is absolutely phenomenal. Get their classic, a side of cheese fries, and a strawberry milkshake for the perfect cheat meal!” – Stephanie Hernandez
East Harlem
Recommended by Alexa Thompson (Social Media Editor of SheKnows)
“Try their unique grilled cheese sandwiches.” – Alexa Thompson
Chinatown
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Alexa Matthews of EatingNYC
For dinner
East Village
Recommended by Elizabeth Uva of Vivi E Impara (Member of our SHE Media Partner Network)
Gabriela’s Restaurant & Tequila Bar
Upper West Side
Recommended by Marilyn Haugen of Maven Cookery (Member of The BlogHer Creators Network)
“An outstanding Mexican restaurant…and I’ve tried a lot!” – Marilyn Haugen
Lower East Side
Recommended by Alexa Thompson (Social Media Editor of SheKnows)
“Good vegetarian options!” – Alexa Thompson
Hell’s Kitchen
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Creators Summit Speaker Maya Howard of Maya’s Healthy Day
“El Centro in Hell’s Kitchen has great Mexican (coming from a native LA girl).” – Maya Howard
East Village and West Village
Recommended by Amanda Lederman (#BlogHer Community Manager)
“The Tagliolini alla Bottarga is the best Italian dish I’ve ever had… and I’m from New Jersey!” – Amanda Lederman
Flatiron
Recommended by Stephanie Peguero of Living Life with Stephanie (Member of The BlogHer Creators Network)
Nolita
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Creators Summit Speaker Maya Howard of Maya’s Healthy Day
East Village
Recommended by Elizabeth Uva of Vivi E Impara (Member of our SHE Media Partner Network) Jordan Boswell (Programming Manager for BlogHer), and Jane Asher (Social Media Editor of StyleCaster)
“A really interesting take on asian fusion. Make sure you order the juice box cocktails – they’re very ‘gram friendly” – Jordan Boswell
For happy hour
Williamsburg
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig
Chelsea
Recommended by Alexa Thompson (Social Media Editor of SheKnows) and Amanda Lederman (#BlogHer Community Manager)
“The most instagrammable rooftop bar I have ever been to! Definitely order one of their craft cocktails and stay for Sleep No More.” – Amanda Lederman
Flatiron
Recommended by Marilyn Haugen of Maven Cookery (Member of The BlogHer Creators Network)
“SERRA by Birreria on the 14th floor of Eataly is a wonderful rooftop garden with views of the Flatiron. The charcuterie platters are perfect anytime… and then you can shop the floors below for goodies!” – Marilyn Haugen
Lower East Side
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Alexa Matthews of EatingNYC
Hotel Hugo’s Azul On The Rooftop
South Village
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig
Multiple Locations
Recommended by Brooke Poznak (Member of The BlogHer Creators Network)
For whenever you’re hungry!
Nomad and Midtown
Recommended by Jane Asher (Social Media Editor of StyleCaster) and #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig
“Amazing for a breakfast date!” – Jane Asher
Harlem
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Creators Summit Speaker Maya Howard of Maya’s Healthy Day
“For a unique southern dining experience!” – Maya Howard
Lower East Side
Recommended by Brooke Poznak (Member of The BlogHer Creators Network)
Multiple Locations
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Food Speaker Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig
Multiple Locations
Recommended by #BlogHer19 Creators Summit Speaker Maya Howard of Maya’s Healthy Day
Whether your sipping, dipping, or slicing, you can’t go wrong when dining in the city that never sleeps. We hear these restaurants also pair very well with a ticket to #BlogHer19 Creators Summit in Brooklyn on September 18th and 19th. Scoop up your ticket today!