So...much...rum. HC's got 150+ options, including plenty of overproofs and spiced jobs, more than 30 each of dark and gold, and 40+ aged affairs. Mehr erfahren.
The best one-off store in the UWS, with a gigantic sales floor and a truly impressive roster of talent, such as Alexander Wang, Rory Beca, and Gary Graham.
Sponsored Tip: Order San Pellegrino or Acqua Panna water at the new UWS location of Marc Murphy’s surf shack and a donation will be made to Share Our Strength! Mehr erfahren.
You can't beat Paul Kahan's Wicker Park hot spot. Tacos stuffed with lamb shoulder, pork belly, and non-gringo ingredients like beef heart are only a few bucks. Mehr erfahren.
Go for “Winesdays” the last Wednesday of every month when $25 buys you wine tastings and hors d’oeuvres.
Try the Texas hand roll at this new spot! It's fried chicken tenders, coleslaw, sesame seeds, crushed almonds, and hot-pepper jelly wrapped in a flour tortilla. Mehr erfahren.
Here in Chicago, you're never too far from an unassuming watering hole w/ cheap beer on tap. This Bucktown institution tweaks that formula while attracting a mix of artists and professionals. Mehr erfahren.
Top Chef Harold Dieterle puts another tourist attraction on the WVill map. -Andy Cohen, Watch What Happens Live!
Gay bar light on 'tude. If there really is such a thing, this could be the place. - Andy Cohen, Watch What Happens Live!
After a night of modern dance at Lincoln Center, check the mural over the bar portraying the cream of the dancing crop, circa 1973.
Apple-cider doughnut, Nero cookie, fig bar—just a few of Karen DeMasco's treats. Must order: oatmeal cookie sandwich. Mehr erfahren.
Prime plates an impressive menu of Japanese noshes and all-American meat in a bi-level joint split between a sleek downstairs sushi bar and a high-ceilinged, elegant dining room above. Mehr erfahren.
American Psychos down salmon and steak frites, but the real scene's on the sidewalk. -Andy Cohen, Watch What Happens Live!
The mother ship of all trendy discount stores is Forever 21 at the Beverly Center. Be sure to pick up a bedazzled piece of jewelry that men will notice. -Patti Stanger, Millionaire Matchmaker
The Ferry Building is very popular, and I recommend it to anyone who is visiting San Francisco. They've got great restaurants (Slanted Door, MarketBar) and a morning farmer's market a few times a week
Drink this: Order by the flight and taste 3-4 wines in two ounce portions for $13-$17. Mehr erfahren.
Sit here: We know it sounds dorky, but seriously, the board games are half the reason to visit this place. Get a spot in the front room to play. Mehr erfahren.
Try the gourmet bar snacks from 5:30–6:30 PM and 10–11:30 PM Tuesdays through Saturdays (and 5:30–9:45 PM on Sundays). Small bites like risotto and Kobe sliders are only $6.
Try the super traditional yakitori—it’s made the way it should be. The flavors are intense and you will walk out of there with a big smile on your face! -Candice Kumai, Top Chef
Find the best burger in the city in this old school burger shack hidden in the lobby of the Parker Meridien. -Andy Cohen, Watch What Happens Live!
She Gallante’s next effort after Cru is a veritable hit. Platt loves the cortecce pasta with octopus best. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Mehr erfahren.
One of our fav cocktails of the year is the Radler, a frothy mix of Belgian wheat beer, limes, and a bracing shot of pineapple-infused aquavit. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Mehr erfahren.
When does the combination of metal patio furniture, brick flooring, industrial-sized trash cans and not a speck of greenery qualify as a popular beer garden? Mehr erfahren.
Track down the sound that evolved from the Blues at the House of Blues' Gospel Brunch on Sundays, complimented by a Southern-inspired buffet and blues memorabilia on the walls. Mehr erfahren.
In the movie "High Fidelity" (2000) Rob (John Cusack) reminisces about his ex-girlfriend Laura over drinks at the Green Mill Cocktail Lounge. Mehr erfahren.
Wrinkle beans, dumplings with duck and pho spices, and rice noodles with kimchi and hominy in spicy pork broth is a great way to start your order at Chef Bill Kim's lively BYOB spot. Mehr erfahren.
