2nd Ave. Deli

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Their website says, “Your Bubbie’s, but better”, and I couldn’t agree more. For those n...

Aloft Long Island City-Manhattan View

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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A hip and trendy member of the Marriott chain. I advise that the Long Island City Aloft is a fu...

American Museum of Natural History &

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

Without question the most famous non-art museum in New York, The American Museum of Natural His...

Angelo’s Pizza

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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While Angelo’s is best known for being a superb 4th generation pizza shop, it is truly so muc...

Anthony’s Nose

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7 Mile Roundtrip Hiking Trail

Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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This is an adorable wine bar, with a great outdoor heated space, as well, that does delicious s...

Beekman

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Ranked as the best hotel in NYC by US News and World Report the Beekman is blocks away from the...

Beyond Sushi

• 5.0^{/ 5} 2 Ratings
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A multi-location chain of vegetarian sushi shops featuring veggies, tofu and other non-meat way...

BGR The Burger Joint

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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A hidden gem located in the lobby of Parker New York hotel. It is one the best kept secrets to ...

Big Daddy’s Burgers & Breakfas

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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They are known for their fun twists on classics with choices named Lord of the Fries, Love Me T...

Blossom du Jour

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Co-founded by the same owners of Blossom restaurants, Blossom du Jour was the next step in the ...

Blossom on Ninth

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Talk about unique. Blossom is an organic vegan restaurant with locations on the West Side in Ch...

Broadway Show

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

I think that one of the first things you should do is take in a Broadway show. With dozens to c...

Brooklyn Bridge Walk

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

There’s nothing quite like walking across the Brooklyn Bridge. The view of Lower Manhattan wh...

Brooklyn Diner

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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With locations at 155 W. 43rd St. (6th-7th avenues), and 212 W. 57th St. (7th-Bdwy., just up th...

Brooklyn Running Company

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Bryant Park Hotel

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Bryant Park Hotel is less than a five minute walk to the New York Public Library for marathon b...

by CHLOE. Flatiron

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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A chef-driven vegan restaurant featuring locally-sourced ingredients. This quick-service spot h...

Cacio e Pepe

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Known locally for its Roman-style cooking, a highlight of dining here is having home-made pasta...

Cafe Metro

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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A New York chain of fast-casual self-service restaurants that has an enormous variety of food, ...

Calle Ocho

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Tucked into the Excelsior Hotel on the Upper West Side and directly across from the American Mu...

Candle 79

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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While located outside of the central tourist areas, I advise that Candle 79 is well worth the s...

Carmine’s Italian Restaurant ̵

• 5.0^{/ 5} 3 Ratings
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Carmine's is particularly good for large families. It's legendary, and the food is plentiful an...

Caroline’s on Broadway

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

Caroline’s has some of the funniest comedians come through this stage! The theater has earlie...

Central Park North

• 5.0^{/ 5} 2 Ratings
• THINGS TO DO

Explore Central Park: The park goes from 59th st -110 st and is 3 avenues wide. There are a var...

Central Park Zoo

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

You don’t have to leave Manhattan to go to the zoo! The Central Park Zoo is located right in ...

Chennai Garden by Tiffin Wallah

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Chennai Garden is an extremely unique vegetarian and kosher South Indian restaurant. Convenient...

Coney Island

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

One of the best spots to go to anytime of year is Coney Island. With this number of different a...

Da Nico

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Da Nico is a wonderful Italian restaurant which I have loved for many years. Located in the hea...

Dig Inn

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

If you're looking for something quick, budget-friendly, and delicious then Dig Inn is the place...

Double Deck Bus Tour

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

Riding an open-air double-deck bus around Manhattan at night, seeing the Empire State Building,...

Eataly NYC Downtown

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Eataly is a mix of foods, snacks, restaurants, wines.....pretty much a giant food coma of Itali...

Eataly NYC Flatiron

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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A mix of foods, snacks, restaurants, wines.....pretty much a giant food coma of Italian goodies...

Ellen’s Stardust Diner

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Even though it's designed for tourists, Ellen's Stardust Diner is still lots of fun for anyone ...

Empire State Building

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

This art deco masterpiece, along with the illuminated Chrysler Building nearby, are two of my f...

Europa Cafe

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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One of my favorites for a quick breakfast or lunch with good coffee is the Europa Cafe. A quick...

Ferrara Bakery & Cafe

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Without a doubt, this is my top dessert spot in New York. I’ve been devouring their incredibl...

Fifty Hotel & Suites by Affinia

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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A boutique property in an incredibly convenient location -- close to Rockefeller Center, Fifth ...

Forlini’s

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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The homey club-like atmosphere exudes an old New York vibe, and the restaurant is as popular as...

Four Seasons Hotel New York

• 5.0^{/ 5} 2 Ratings
• BEST HOTELS

The Four Seasons in New York is a great spot for runners traveling with children. While the hot...

Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

There are luxury hotels in most major cities, and New York is no exception. This is a great opt...

Gardens Suites Hotel by Affinia

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
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Beautiful hotel on the Upper East at 64th, which isn't too far, but on the East Side, so opposi...

Georgio’s Country Grill

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Georgio's Country Grill is fairly close to the finish line. They have a giant menu of Italian f...

Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restauran

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

And you thought Grand Central Terminal was just a historic train station. If you don’t live i...

Grand Hyatt New York

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

This hotel is superbly located for marathon weekend. Convenient to Fifth Avenue, Times Square, ...

Grand Sichuan

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

There is nothing like New York City Chinese food. And this place has AMAZING Chinese food at an...

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

New York is know for its' amazing pizza and I can tell you first hand that the restaurant at th...

Haru Sushi

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

With locations around the city, Haru has some of the best sushi in town! Pre-race I eat so much...

Her Name is Han

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Getting a table can be a pain if you don't have a reservation, but if you are a fan of pho or a...

Holiday Inn New York City – Times

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

The Holiday Inn Times Square is an affordable, family friendly hotel that is located right in t...

Hotel Beacon

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

A hidden Gem! Most people just know it for the theatre, but the hotel is lovely! All 270 rooms ...

Hotel Pennsylvania

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

Directly across the street from Penn Station and Madison Square Garden, I recommend Hotel Penns...

Huascar & Co. Bakeshop

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

This incredible dessert shop won the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars in their first year in busin...

Iguana Restaurant and Dance Club

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Perhaps the most spectacular Mexican restaurant in New York! From their amazing guacamole made ...

Il Cortile Restaurant

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Il Cortile is a neighborhood gem in the heart of the famed Little Italy. The restaurant has bee...

JackRabbit – 3rd Ave

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JackRabbit – Union Square

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JackRabbit – West Side

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Joanne Trattoria

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

The southern Italian cuisine has had excellent reviews over the years, and in New York this has...

John’s of 12th Street

• 5.0^{/ 5} 2 Ratings
• BEST RESTAURANTS

John's of 12th Street provides a traditional Italian atmosphere with many delicious pasta dishe...

K Rico Steakhouse

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

K Rico Steakhouse specializes in South American steaks and Latin dishes, though my experience h...

Katz’s Delicatessen

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

This is THE ultimate Jewish deli, and it's an unforgettable experience at the same time. Sharin...

Kimpton Ink48 Hotel

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

Their suites are beautiful, plus they are extremely accomodating. Missing items? They'll supply...

Levain Bakery

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

I did the Woman's Shape half marathon in April in Central Park. My hubby went and got these coo...

Lincoln Center

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

This fascinating look into one of the world’s preeminent performing arts venues departs from ...

Lioni Italian Heroes

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

For those willing to make the trip, Lioni's heroes in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn offers some of th...

Lombardi’s

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

When in New York, you have to eat pizza!! You can't really go wrong anywhere in Little Italy, b...

MACE Cocktail Bar

• 5.0^{/ 5} 2 Ratings
• BEST RESTAURANTS

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Madison Square Garden

• 5.0^{/ 5} 2 Ratings
• THINGS TO DO

Billed as "The Mecca" and "The World's Most Famous Arena" you can take visit this iconic arena ...

Mandarin Oriental New York

• 5.0^{/ 5} 2 Ratings
• BEST HOTELS

Located in Columbus Circle, just blocks from the Finish Line of the NYC Marathon, this 5 star h...

Marea

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Outstanding seafood and Italian at this central park hotspot that is five feet from the finish ...

McCarren Hotel & Pool 

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

In the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, the McCarren Hotel provides as soothing and comfortable...

Millenium Hilton New York Downtown

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

I recommend this hotel because it’s a contemporary property with a good location close to the...

Mom’s Kitchen & Bar

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Mom's Kitchen & Bar is always fun bustling! Their food is comfort American. I like the all-...

Museum of the City of New York

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

With so many museums in New York, there has to be one strictly about the history of this amazin...

Nathan’s Famous – Coney Isla

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

One of the most iconic restaurants anywhere in NY is Nathan's Famous in Coney Island. With it's...

New Balance

• RUNNING STORES

New York Hilton Midtown

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

As a runner, the best place overall to stay is at the official hotel of the New York City Marat...

New York Hilton Midtown

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

This hotel is also in Midtown Manhattan, close to many attractions such as Radio City Music Hal...

NY Pizza Suprema

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

There are so many great pizza places in NY that you almost can't go wrong (although I'd stay ou...

Old John’s Luncheonette

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

Old Johns Luncheonette hands down. It is SO GOOD. Typical small diner and all the small diner e...

One World Observatory

• 5.0^{/ 5} 3 Ratings
• THINGS TO DO

The observation deck has a great restaurant at the top along with unparalleled views of the har...

P.J. Clarke’s

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

While the owners have opened additional locations in Manhattan and other cities, the Third Aven...

Park Central Hotel New York

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

Featuring modern and comfortable accommodations for two people in their king-bedded Classic Roo...

Parker New York

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

The Parker New York is just a few minutes walk from Central Park, the heart of the running mecc...

People Watching

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

Unfortunately, NYC is an exhausting city :) My advice would be to take a seat someplace and peo...

Pod 39

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

This hotel, located on 39th Street in Midtown has double rooms starting at only $95. The hotel ...

Ponte Vecchio

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

If you are looking for authentic New York Italian in a more quiet setting, check out Ponte Vecc...

Quality Meats

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

I eat so many carbs before a race, so one of my favorite post-race meals is a nice steak with s...

Refinery Hotel

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

For runners seeking luxury accommodations without the pretentious atmosphere of a big name chai...

Ride the Subway

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

To truly experience how the average resident gets to and from work, and to many other appointme...

RIFF Downtown

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

While they aren't close and there is no elevator...(maybe not so great for after a marathon :) ...

Rockefeller Center

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

They conduct their own private tours. They have special performances scheduled all year round. ...

Room Service Restaurant

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

This is one my favorite spots in town for Thai food. They have a great atmosphere, inexpensive ...

Roosevelt Island Tram

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

You may be watching for King Kong as you ride the Roosevelt Island Tramway that connects Manhat...

Seafarers & International House

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

Another truly inexpensive option is the Seafarers International House, which is simple, clean, ...

Shelburne Hotel & Suites by Affinia

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST HOTELS

Affinia Hotels and Suites offers three properties that aren't your traditional hotel, and they'...

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• THINGS TO DO

World-famous spiral building designed by Frank Lloyd Wright....

Sotto 13

• 5.0^{/ 5} 1 Rating
• BEST RESTAURANTS

It is an easy subway or taxi ride downtown, and has some of the MOST delicious pizza ever. They...

Staten Island Ferry Terminal

• 5.0^{/ 5} 2 Ratings
• THINGS TO DO

Take a trip on the Staten Island Ferry. Its free, it will prep you for race day, youll get a bo...