Through an unmarked (and locked, sorry) door on the 102nd-floor observation deck is a narrow terrace that was once intended to be a docking station for airships moored to the mast Read more.
Look left when inbound or right when outbound on the upper level to see Track 61, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt old private platform. His armor-clad train car is still there. Read more.
Thank publisher Joseph Pulitzer—yes, that Pulitzer—for stimulating enough American donations to pay for Lady Liberty’s pedestal. His statue is at the walkway near the left entrance to the statue. Read more.
When the New York Times moved into offices at Broadway and 42nd Street on Dec 31, 1904, it threw a party so legendary that New Yorkers started to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Times Square every year. Read more.
Take the Stage Door Tour to see the 20-foot-high domed ceilings and Art Deco flourishes of Roxy’s Suite, built for vaudeville producer Samuel Lionel “Roxy” Rothafel. Read more.
Get an ego check at this rooftop hot spot, which boastsone of the toughest doors in N.Y.C. If you do make it onto the 18th floor,check out the bathrooms—for the amazing views of lower Manhattan.
This haute Mexican eatery is harder to get into than Harvard, having built a rep around fancy tequilas and ceviche. Can't snag abooth? The no-frills, street-level taqueria can sate your wounded ego.
Everything is hot about this newish spot, from the waitresses(their uniforms are designed by Rag & Bone) to the locale (the lush lounge has a garden). And if you can get in, you're probably hot too.
Feeling ambitious? Try getting into the Gramercy Park Hotel'suber-exclusive hangout, where Warhols adorn the walls. If you succeed, $19martinis (and bragging rights) await you.
Want chicken with your Gaga? This megaclub serves a full international-themed menu, so you can't blame an empty stomach for feeling a few butterflies when you spot stars like Chace Crawford.
Just steps from the Boom Boom Room, a 4-ft.-deep rooftop pool welcomes the scantily-clad, while AstroTurf pads well-heeled feet. Tip: Forgot your suit? Buy a bikini at the vending machines.
This hangout from the impresarios behind the exclusive Rose Bar and Beatrice Inn is becoming a privileged pilgrimage of hip Manhattanites looking for a bite. Wear your best; it's all about the scene.
Studio 54 may be gone, but classic clubland style lives on at this ultralounge. With glass-walled staircases and crystal chandeliers, M2 is so blinged-out that even Mariah Carey parties here.
Village Voice is excited to have Tenpenny at the 2012 ChoiceEats food fest! Full list of restaurants here: http://ow.ly/8QjDQ
Village Voice is excited to have Doughnut Plant at the 2012 ChoiceEats food fest! Full list of restaurants here: http://ow.ly/8QjDQ
Village Voice is excited to have Luke's Lobster at the 2012 ChoiceEats food fest! Full list of restaurants here: http://ow.ly/8QjDQ
