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Upper West Side: Insider Foodie Secrets Revealed

Discover the culinary gems of the Upper West Side, hidden in plain sight and waiting for a true foodie to explore! Dive deep into local food secrets and uncover trending eateries that locals rave about. Whether it's an exquisite brunch spot serving swoon-worthy avocado toast or an intimate restaurant perfect for a romantic dinner, you'll discover the best local dining experiences right here. Get the scoop on the top places for tantalizing cocktails, honest reviews, and the neighborhood's must-try dishes. Don't miss out on the insider tips and hidden hotspots that make Upper West Side a dining paradise near NYC.

Celebrating the Real Women of Brooklyn, New York!
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Kuta Yousef

Where the real women from Brooklyn New York

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Join Me for a Cozy Coffee Moment! ☕️

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Amelia kate

trying to make some coffee ☕️ you can wanna join

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Let's Plan a Fun Meetup! Who's In?

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Amelia kate

who's keen to meet up l,m available for fun

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Taylor Roberts

Only the ladys getting much attention here Lol

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What's Your Halloween Costume Plan? 🎃👻
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Melanie Yu

How do you decide your Halloween costume? Honestly, I’m just a monster for food 👹 can’t wait for Halloween this year, catch me haunting the snack table

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3 Stories of the Worst Date Ideas 😨 1. The Silent Treatment Date “I thought a movie night would be perfect for our first date. Turns out, sitting in silence for two hours with someone you barely know is painfully awkward. The post-movie conversation? Even worse—‘So, uh, how’d you like it?’ Don’t make this mistake!” 😰 2. The Sweat & Regret Gym Session “I wanted to impress them with my love for fitness, so I suggested a gym date. Big mistake. Between my failed attempt at benching too much and their visible discomfort, we both left feeling embarrassed and awkward. Lesson learned: not everyone finds sweat romantic.”🥴 3. The Meet-the-Family Surprise “I thought it’d be fun to bring my date to a family barbecue. Turns out, it was overwhelming and way too much pressure. They spent the entire time dodging questions from my overly curious relatives. Needless to say, there was no second date.”💩 What’s your worst date idea story?

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Looking for New friends 25+

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Faith Hurst-Joseph

anyone from Westchester, NY +25 only

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Junior year. First day of high school. Vibes? Absolutely rancid. In walks the teacher—a crusty old guy rocking a full-blown pedo ‘stache. Like, he didn’t just have one; he owned it. His shirt’s half-tucked, half-hanging like he just rolled out of a dumpster, and his whole aura screams, "Don’t trust me around your goldfish." Everyone’s side-eyeing this dude hard. The pedo vibes were strong. He starts attendance, head down, not looking at anyone. But then he gets to my name. Pauses. Looks up. His creepy pedo mustache twitches as his eyes lock onto me with laser focus. And then: "Ah, Mr. So glad you’re here. How’s your family? Is your little sister still playing piano? That model ship still on your dresser? Your room’s still blue, right?" Excuse me, WHAT? My brain just blue-screened. This crusty creeper just dropped a full FBI file on me, including my room décor. Then he hits me with: "Ah, of course it is—it’s only been, what? A week?" My guy goes back to roll call like he didn’t just audition for "Top 10 Creepiest Teachers of All Time." I’m sitting there panicking, ready to sleep with a bat under my pillow because this pedo-looking dude apparently knows my entire life. Next day, I find out the truth: he’s my uncle’s best friend, and the whole thing was a prank. My dad was in on it too. They made him grow that pedo ‘stache just for the bit. The twitchy eyes, the serial killer vibe, the half-tucked shirt? All part of the performance. Man went full method acting for this. After that, he shaved off the ‘stache of nightmares, dressed like a normal human, and stopped giving "might kidnap you in a van" energy. I gotta admit, it was a god-tier prank. Even if I thought I was about to be on a true-crime doc for two days straight.

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Let's Share Our Wildest Stories: The Good, The Bad, and The Awkward!
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What was your best and worst sexual experience? * Hold down the send button to drop an anonymous comment if you’re feeling lowkey 👻

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Join the Spooktacular Fun at Washington Square Park's Dog Halloween Event! 🎃🐾
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Noel Y. Calingasan

Washington Square Park DOG HALLOWEEN today in New York City 👻 🐕 The beloved Halloween event in NYC Washington Square Park is back! I went to see the event today and it was a lot of fun! The parade and costume contest are bigger and better than ever.

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Curious Minds Want to Know: Where is Control Mountain?
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Dana Edwards

where is cntrl mt?

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A Unique Perspective: Enjoying the Statue from the Water!
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IMHO seeing the statue from the water is a much better experience than going to the island.

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All New Yorkers will defend the city, and the way of life. However, everyone has their “I hate NY” moment. I hate New York because there’s no space. Can’t breathe without something in your face. What’s yours?

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Discover the Seafood Paradise at Time and Tide!
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Food Baby

Go to Time and Tide for an amazing meal of seafood in all forms! The menu has sections for Raw Fish, Small Fish and Big Fish, with great dishes in each one, and you obviously need to start with that giant Goldfish cracker. 👶🏽🐠 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

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Uber and Lyft Drivers Unite: A Bold Protest on Manhattan Streets!
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NYC Tourism

Hundreds of Uber, Lyft drivers block Manhattan traffic to protest lockouts by apps

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Seeking Safety Tips for Women Visiting NYC!
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newyorkcity.explore

i’m a woman in my mid 20s. i live in a city of 700k in the south. when i go out at night i always have at least one weapon on me to protect myself (usually a keychain knife and sometimes a stun gun). i have been a victim of stalking in the past so having these things on me makes me feel more comfortable. how can i do the same in nyc? ill be flying. i know there’s different rules there especially regarding things like pepper spray. i can ship items to my friend’s house but i know there’s rules on that too. thanks!

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Discover the Deliciousness of NiuKee Shumai in SoHo!
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Storytime NYC

NiuKee Shumai. Trying this new shumai spot on Broome st! You have to check out NiuKee Shumai, a new shumai spot in SoHo. They serve delicious shumai, fluffy buns and a flavorful bone broth soup! Each shumai dish comes with 6 pieces for $6.95 and you can choose from beef & onion, pork & shrimp, chicken, or vegetarian. The cutest buns are made fresh to order, with red bean & ube, and are so soft and fluffy.

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Get Ready for an Extraordinary Party Experience in NYC!
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Secret NYC

How about some weird parties?.. Hosted by Teksupport and el studio, Black Lotus is an immersive theatrical event initiative that transforms an undisclosed NYC location into an extravagant soirée, soundtracked by some of the world’s most noteworthy house and techno talent. This year’s lineup includes Crosstown Rebels and Day Zero founder Damian Lazarus, multi-instrumentalist DJ and producer Mita Gami, Miami-based Tiffy Vera, and a special surprise act TBA on 10/24 and Guy Gerber, Kaz James, Nick Morgan, and Michael Malih on Halloween night. Learn more about how to grab tickets here. When: October 24 & 31 Where: Manhattan TBA

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Let's Chat About Those Surprising Hotel Prices in NYC!
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Daytrip NYC

What the hell is going on in NYC with the hotel prices tomorrow? I just need one night!

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Discover the Newest Gem in NYC: Pier 97 at Hudson River Park is Now Open!
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Noel Y. Calingasan

PIER 97 is NOW OPEN at Hudson River Park: New York City’s newest recreational and lounging green space!!! Designed by !melk, Pier 97 features a playground with water spray features, a synthetic turf field, a sloping sun lawn, sculptural shade structures, an elevated walkway with seating, an “all-ages” slide and a sunset deck complete with bistro tables, chaise lounges and two-tiered walls with seating. The pier also features flexible gathering areas surrounded by flowers and plants to provide space for organized or impromptu events. History: Hudson River Park’s northernmost pier was built between 1921 and 1934, and then served for decades as the hub for the Swedish America Line. While it remained an active dock through the 1970s, Pier 97 was used as a parking lot by the City of New York Department of Sanitation until 2011. Hours: Open daily 6 AM - 1 AM 📍 Access through West 57th Street in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, New York City

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Sweet Treat Alert: Don't Miss the Black Sesame Soft Serve at Matcha Cafe Maiko!
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Cheryl

If you’re a fan of black sesame, you must try the black sesame soft serve from Matcha Cafe Maiko NYC! love how strong the black sesame flavor is. every bite makes you crave for more! it’s only here for a limited time, so don’t miss out! • black sesame soft swerve • black sesame frappe • maiko special (ube/matcha) 📍Matcha Cafe Maiko

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Have You Tried Vegan Sushi Yet? Check Out This Hidden Gem!
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Cheryl

What do you think about vegan sushi? And did you know there’s a vegan sushi spot located inside canal street market? I honestly didn’t know what to expect since it was my first time having vegan sushi, but it was SOOO good. each dish was so unique and had such a burst of flavor. • crispy broccoli tempura • dahon chkn fried mushroom • dahon signature roll • avocado truffle oshizushi • miso truffle eggplant nigiri • poke ku 📍DAHON VEGAN

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Discover the Delicious Flavors of Kalye: A Hidden Gem for Filipino Street Food!
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Foodie_NYC

I had a great dinner at Kalye (“Street” in Tagalog). It’s an amazing, affordable Filipino restaurant on Broome Street specializing in Filipino street food. Kalye, a small, unassuming restaurant, delivered an amazing parade of unique, delicious food based on the owner’s chef heritage, as seen on the restaurant’s page. “Our menu is full of Rob’s cherished family recipes, offering a variety of mouth-watering dishes that will make you feel like you’ve traveled straight to the Philippines. From our famous Ube Sliders to other traditional Filipino favorites, every bite is a celebration of our culture and love for good food. Whether you’re here to dine in, taking food to go, or having it delivered to your doorstep, Kalye makes enjoying Filipino food easy and convenient.” Totally enjoyable unique experience. Salamat, Chef 💖🙏🏼💖

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Treat Yourself to Delicious Soft Serve at Butterfield Market!
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Foodie_NYC

🍦 My Treat 🍦 Butterfield Market is now serving soft serve frozen yogurt that comes in 4 flavors; plain, chocolate, peanut butter and coffee. I had the Coffee loaded up and it was amazing❗️ Yummmmmmelicious . 🥳

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Discover the NYC Experience: Double Chicken Portrait Studio!
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Melanie Yu

My “NYC Must Try” 🥳 Double Chicken Please! The Double Chicken Portrait Studio & Gallery experience came full circle through a 3-part portrait studio activation, where photographers Moe Aljaff, Damien Guichard & GN Chan captured small group portraits in their own distinct styles!

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Discovering Delicious BBQ Pork Buns in NYC! 🍜🥡
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megan li

Get ready for incoming NYC spam… I’m not the biggest fan of BBQ pork buns, but these from Mei Lai Wah changed my mind. I want to take home an entire suitcase full of pineapple BBQ pork buns 🤩 You can get all their signature buns like their baked pork buns and pineapple custard buns - they are seriously so good. Plus new options like popcorn chicken, rice rolls, and skewers after 7pm!

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Experience the Charm of Paris at Grand Central Terminal's New Brasserie!
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Time Out New York

Grand Central Terminal gains a massive French brasserie! However, this historic landmark has given us plenty of reasons to bide our time there... This month, the terminal gained another tenant, sure to ease the trials of traveling with its Parisian charms. Grand Brasserie took over the former City Winery space on October 8. Designed by the Rockwell Group, it seamlessly blends into the historic architecture of Vanderbilt Hall and mimics the various sidewalk cafes found in Paris—the front of the restaurant welcomes with towering greenery and black and white bistro chairs. Passing through the wrought iron bar entryway, the main dining room houses red leather banquettes and enough chairs to seat a staggering 300 souls. As if that wasn’t enough, the 100-seat Green Room is decorated with black and white photos of New York’s past and features a grand marble bar with bottles that climb up to the ceiling.

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Dallas fun fam

Pumpkin patch Any good pumpkin patches with kid activities?

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Sunday Brunch Adventures: Fried Chicken & Pancakes at Bubby's! 🥂
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Natasha Surti

Sundays are for Brunch 🥂 🍽Where I went: Bubby’s ✔️What I got: Fried Chicken & Pancakes 💰What I paid: $25 ⠀ 🤔What I think: A group of us happened to stumble upon Bubby’s while walking to the pier on the west side last summer and we knew we wanted to go here for brunch when we walked past someone eating this very dish! The chicken was seasoned perfectly and had just the right amount of breading on the outside so the batter on the outside wasn’t too heavy. The pancakes were cooked to perfection as well and the sweetness of them with the maple syrup complemented the fried chicken.

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Discover the Best Local Food Spots in Upper West Side

Hidden Gem Eateries

The Upper West Side near NYC is a treasure trove of local food secrets, perfect for any foodie looking for a unique dining experience. One of the hidden gems in this area is "The Whispering Tree," a small bistro tucked away on West 77th Street. Known for its eclectic menu, patrons rave about the truffle mushroom risotto and the melt-in-your-mouth short ribs. Locals often gather here for its intimate atmosphere, making it a popular spot for both brunch and dinner.

Trending Eateries

For those looking to explore trending eateries, "Sunflower Cafe" on Amsterdam Avenue should be at the top of your list. This eco-conscious cafe offers an array of vegan and vegetarian options, with their avocado toast and quinoa salad being particular favorites. The cafe’s bright, airy decor and community vibe are perfect for enjoying a lazy Sunday brunch. Don't forget to try their homemade lemonades and delectable pastries, which come highly recommended in local reviews.

Authentic Ethnic Cuisine

If you're in the mood for something more ethnic, "Ola Mexicana" on Columbus Avenue provides an authentic Mexican dining experience that is second to none. Their tacos and enchiladas have earned rave reviews, and their house-made guacamole is a must-try. For dinner, many locals suggest their margarita selection to pair with the rich flavors of their dishes. Ola Mexicana is a great spot if you're looking to enjoy vibrant flavors in a colorful, lively setting.

Rooftop Dining with Stunning Views

For a unique dining experience, make your way to "Skyline Garden," a rooftop restaurant offering breathtaking views of the NYC skyline. Situated on Broadway, this trendy eatery is known for its creative cocktails and high-quality seafood dishes. The rooftop setting is especially enchanting at sunset, making it perfect for a romantic dinner or a special night out with friends. Their lobster rolls and garlic shrimp scampi are particularly well-loved, earning them numerous accolades from the local foodie community.

Family-Friendly Spots

When dining with family, "Hudson Harvest" on West 71st Street is a local favorite. This farm-to-table restaurant offers dishes made from locally-sourced ingredients, ensuring freshness and quality in every bite. Families adore their leisurely brunch menu, featuring everything from fluffy pancakes to savory omelets. Children are equally catered for with a special kids’ menu, and parents love the casual, welcoming atmosphere that makes dining with little ones a breeze.

Cozy Coffee Shops

No list of local food secrets would be complete without mentioning the cozy coffee shops dotting the Upper West Side. "Bean & Barley" on West 83rd Street is a standout, known for its artisanal coffees and freshly baked pastries. This quaint cafe is perfect for catching up with friends or getting some work done, all while enjoying expertly brewed beverages. Regulars often recommend their cold brew and croissants, making it a must-visit for any coffee lover exploring the area.

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