Christina Izzo

The hot dog is right up there with a slice of pizza as one of NYC’s most iconic street foods. Traditionally served along the beach in Coney Island and from late-night street vendors to seekers of cheap eats, the humble frankfurter has increasingly been found on high-end menus across the city. It’s also been reimagined by chefs at Mexican restaurants and cocktail bars, where they add exciting ingredients to the traditional snack. Here in New York, you can find chili cheese dogs, Chicago dogs with spicy sport peppers and, of course, the classic New York dog you’re craving. Whether you’re looking to try the newest fad or want a taste of tradition, we’ve rounded up the 25 very best hot dogs in NYC.  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in NYC

Finding the best hotel in NYC to stay at, whether on a trip here or a staycation, is paramount. Yes, you’ll likely be out and about and the hotel simply serves as a place to lay your head, but a good hotel can make or break your time in the city. New York prides itself on its hospitality and that is pretty clearly evidenced by its best hotels. Every kind of traveler can find their perfect holiday haven in this glorious city, from sleek boutique hotels in the city’s trendiest neighborhoods to opulent luxury stays near the top NYC attractions. You’ll even find some of the best spas and restaurants tucked inside their lobbies. Whether you’re a first-time visitor to the Big Apple or a local craving an inner-city staycation, these properties take the cake when it comes to hospitality and hotel perks. Cue room service. June 2025 update: We have completely revamped our list by visiting dozens of hotels across NYC, most recently, The Rockaway Hotel + Spa. So know that when you’re reading this list, you’re getting the most up-to-date information. 🇺🇸 Click here to view our full guide to the best things to do in NYC🏨 Discover the best cheap hotels in NYC🌉 Explore the coolest Airbnbs in Brooklyn💗 Book one of the best boutique hotels in NYC Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every hotel featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities, and in-depth research to find you the bes

June is Pride Month, which means New York’s queer community is ready to party and—more than ever this year—stand up for their rights. At a time when the trans community is under attack across the country and even in our forward-looking city, displays of joy, resistance and community are more essential than ever. Whether you're looking to show your support by joining the NYC Pride March or looking for a place to dance your worries away, Pride celebrations continue all month long. We’ve assembled the best performances, comedy shows, parties, gay bars and events that'll have you dancing, singing, learning and feeling heard. And while there’s no official census or index, it’s believed that New York City has the largest LGBTQ+ population in America—and that’s something to celebrate all year long! RECOMMENDED: A guide to Pride NYC

Jutting out from the southern edge of Queens, the scrappy Rockaway peninsula has transformed into one of the friendliest beach towns in New York, with an ever-changing lineup of cool things to do. Stretching from Far Rockaway to Breezy Point, the urban oasis offers some of NYC's best tacos, laid-back outdoor bars and awesome shops selling vintage and trendy surfer apparel. Aside from that, the Rockaways have a killer art and entertainment scene in addition to its supportive-community vibe. Check out the area’s art galleries at Fort Tilden as well as some of the restaurants and bars, which host live music every night of the week. Whether you go to hang ten, get a tan or stuff your face with grub from the boardwalk, there is undoubtedly something for everyone at "Rock-Rock, Rockaway Beach." It's as close as you'll get to paradise in New York City!  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Rockaway Beach, NY

We love ice cream in any form—and every season. Though we’ll happily partake in a sweet cone even in the glacial New York winter, ice cream—like music festivals, park-set picnics and outdoor dining—is a joyful, delicious harbinger of warmer weather. Just try to be grumpy with a great big ice cream cone on a sunny day—it's physically impossible. New York City has an abundance of options for when you can’t catch the Mister Softee truck, from old-school scoops to newfangled soft serve. These are our favorite ice cream shops in NYC—including the classic, offbeat, unique and traditional frozen offerings this season. June 2025: We added Caffè Panna and Salt & Straw. We removed Il Laboratorio Gelato, Davey's Ice Cream, Sundaes and Cones and Soft Swerve. 

It's time to celebrate Juneteenth 2025! Juneteenth has been celebrated by Black Americans since the late 1800s, but in 2020, the holiday garnered renewed attention as Black Lives Matter demonstrators called (and still call) for meaningful policy changes following the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers. NYC and New York recently made Juneteenth an official holiday, and it's now a federal holiday also.  When is Juneteenth? June 19 is on a Thursday this year. Some celebrations take place on the actual holiday, while others take place in the weeks before and after. What is Juneteenth and why is it celebrated? Juneteenth is the celebration and commemoration of the end of slavery in the U.S. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers brought news to Galveston, Texas that the war was over and enslaved people were free (this was two-and-a-half years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.) The celebration was coined "Juneteenth" and became a time for praying and for gathering with family. It became massively celebrated in Texas decades later, with many of the formerly enslaved and their descendants making an annual pilgrimage back to Galveston on this date, according to Juneteenth.com. How will Juneteenth be celebrated this year? The day has been celebrated more in Southern states with rodeos, fishing, barbecuing and baseball, with a focus on education and self-improvement. New York City has so many ways to celebrate this year. We'll be updating this list as e

In New York City, “underground” is good: think speakeasy-themed bars, hidden streets, secret gardens, you know, the actual underground. But sometimes you want to soar above it all, sipping effervescent libations among the clouds like some kind of fancy bird with an expense account. You want to be uplifted.  In the city that never stops sprawling, upward expansion has also reached great heights. Many incredible eating and drinking destinations are poised in the sky like treehouses with cover charges. Among these rooftop bars are old New York throwbacks, party destinations and seaside terraces practically fashioned for Instagram. They each offer booze, some kind of view and an invitation for you to get high.  June 2025: Just in time for outdoor drinking season, we've trimmed the list of best rooftops to include only our top places to imbibe with a view this summer. Dear Irving, Ophelia and The Ready Rooftop all made the cut.  RECOMMENDED: The best bars in NYC

A New York summer is often a hot one, and prime outdoor dining season is sizzling, too. Throughout NYC, rooftop bars, restaurants with amazing views and lovely waterfront destinations are shining in their annual turn in the sun. The best outdoor setups at these all-day cafes, Michelin-starred stunners, cozy dives, neighborhood favorites and city newcomers all have picturesque settings to get your attention. And even after the season for outdoor dining in NYC has passed, you'll find great food and drinks to keep you coming back from now through next fall.      RECOMMENDED: The best restaurants in NYC May 2025: This year, we did a massive overhaul of our outdoor dining list as various restaurants around town have closed or had to shutter their street eateries. We removed Gallow Green, Pinto Garden and Silver Apricot as they have since closed. We removed Pilot and Grand Banks (but don’t worry, you can find them under our boat bars list). We also removed Bandits, Bar Primi, Brooklyn Ice House, Broken Shaker, Cookshop, Dagon, Henry Public, June, Laudree Soho, Lilia, Maracuja, Milk and Roses, Nabila, Palma and Zaab Zaab. We added Baba on Withers, Cafe Mado, LaRina Pastificio & Vino, Sailor and Saishin. For more on our editorial policies and ethics, feel free to check out How we review at Time Out.

Looking for fun activities to fill your weekend? We're here to help! You've got plenty of entertaining options this week, from a 40th anniversary screening of The Goonies (complete with a live score!) to the dazzling annual cherry blossom viewing at Jackson Park to the return of yearly festivals like the Doc10 Film Fest, the Chicago Rum Festival and EXPO Chicago. And, as always, there are plenty of cool museum exhibitions and theater performances to take advantage of, too. So ready to make the most of your time off? Check out the rest of the best things to do in Chicago this weekend. RECOMMENDED: Discover the best things to do in Chicago in April 2025

Time Out Market Chicago, the culinary and cultural destination in the heart of Fulton Market, is your one-stop destination for the city's best bites, drinks and programming. The 50,000-square-foot space houses more than 15 kitchens, three bars and one drop-dead gorgeous rooftop terrace—all spread across three floors. You can enjoy delicious dumplings from Qing Xiang Yuan, creative burgers at Gutenburg, fried chicken from Art Smith's Sporty Bird, irresistible desserts from Molly's Cupcakes and much more under one roof. But the fun doesn't stop there: The Market hosts a variety of events each week, from concerts to art showcases to comedy nights. We're always keeping the calendar packed with exciting things to do, and here's what you can expect in the coming weeks.

Philadelphia’s ever-impressive culinary scene is getting major love from gourmands everywhere lately—and it’s about damn time. Publications have declared it one of the top food cities to visit last year, and the 2023 James Beard Awards put a few fan-favorite eateries in the spotlight. So, the City of Brotherly Love’s Michelin-caliber restaurants, timeless mom-and-pop joints, and mouthwatering newcomers alike are no longer a well-kept secret. If you haven’t had the pleasure of dining here before, don’t let the tourists’ generalizations deter you: There’s way more to sink your teeth into than hoagies, cheesesteaks, and water ice, regardless of your budget or tastes. Here, you’ll find 25 of the best restaurants in Philadelphia that every food lover should add to their to-visit list. Some of my picks have been cornerstones of tight-knit neighborhoods for years, while others are newer to the city’s culinary tapestry. What they have in common, though, is that they’re all consistently and memorably delicious. And most importantly, they all have the locals’ stamp of approval. My top choices range from a Korean-French tasting menu in Society Hill to a one-of-a-kind sandwich and brunch spot in Fishtown to a longtime adored Chinatown resto that’s home to what are arguably the tastiest hand-drawn noodles in the city. Whether you’re craving something sophisticated, affordable, cozy, hyper-unique, or just plain scrumptious, these essential Philly establishments are bound to impress every p

The only places that offer even better views than New York City’s best waterfront restaurants are our water-top restaurants: yes, we're talking about those scenic boat bars and floating eateries that give off that breezy yachting lifestyle—but without the high price and pesky barnacles that stow away on an actual watercraft. Mostly only open seasonally, they’re peak spring and summer destinations with the warm-weather menus to match, all with a side of real-deal seafaring. So ahoy! New York's best boat bars will rise the tide for all your going-out plans this season.  RECOMMENDED: The 27 best outdoor bars in NYC Updated May 2025: We removed North River Lobster Company and La Barca as the company permanently closed in 2024. We also removed Pilot as the boat is currently undergoing renovations. 

The crown jewel of Time Out Market Chicago is the Time Out Market Rooftop Bar, a cozy all-season respite that will transport you from the middle of Chicagoland to the Mediterranean with its fresh white walls, lush greenery on the ceiling, and romantic twinkling lights throughout. When the sun is shining, wander outside to take in skyline views and enjoy a meal on the breathtaking terrace, which offers sprawling views of downtown Chicago as one of the only rooftops in the West Loop. While enjoying those views, kick back with one of exclusive rooftop-only cocktails, including the "P.M.P" (made with Bacardi Silver, Malört, pineapple, lime and mint); the "Primavera Negroni" (Bombay Gin, Campargi, strawberry syrup, orange bitters and lemon) and the frozen "Tequil-icee" (Cazadores Blanco, St. Germain, lavender syrup and lemon.

Somewhere Nowhere, the two-level indoor nightlife venue and open-air rooftop pool in midtown, will host a special edition of its newest event series Cenote Project in celebration of July 4th. Curated by Somewhere Nowhere co-Owner Nathan Leong’s Forest Döwn Under Productions, who will perform alongside Ambrxse, Milö and Saxxdoc (Live), the sunset party will take over the 38th floor lounge and 39th floor rooftop with fresh beats, BBQ summer bites, and firework viewings. In addition to prime viewing, the venue will offer a complimentary open vodka bar for the first hour of festivities (from 4pm to 5pm) in addition to a menu of curated cocktails. 

Where there is smoke, there is a fire festival. No, not that Fyre Festival—we're talking about the Ardbeg Masters of Smoke Tour, which is heating up Chicago from June 19 through June 27 with its celebration of all things smoke and peat. Single-malt lovers can enjoy an entire whiskey-fueled immersive experience, with tasty samples of Ardbeg's latest releases (beginning with the flagship Ardbeg 10-year) as well as unique giveaways and the opportunity to bring some of those award-winning bottles home with you. Step inside the sensory pop-up truck and discover your own unique smoke profile, with guidance from brand ambassadors to help you discover the secrets to Ardbeg's legendary flavors.  Here's where the Masters of Smoke Tour will be rolling into the next few weeks, including in the Windy City proper as well as the Greater Chicagoland area. Don't miss it! June 19, 20254:00-7:00 pmBinny's Beverage Depot710 Commons DrGeneva, IL June 20, 20254:00-7:00pmBinny's Beverage Depot3150 Tonti DrJoliet, IL June 21, 202512:00-3:00PMBinny's Beverage Depot2409 N Elston AveChicago, IL June 22, 202512:00-3:00PMBinny's Beverage Depot802 Town Center BlvdChampaign, IL June 26, 20255:00-8:00PMGNS MARKET4092 N BROADWAYChicago, IL 60613June 27, 20254:00-7:00pmConsume569 W State Rte 22Lake Zurich, IL 60047 June 29, 20251:00-4:00pmBottom Lounge1375 West Lake StreetChicago, IL 60607

For the first time in its 40-year history, NYC Pride is hosting its first-ever sober event for Pride Month: In partnership with the nonprofit organization Gay & Sober, The Dance on the River—an alcohol- and drug-free dance cruise—will take place on Sunday, June 29, 2025. Open to all LGBTQIA+ adults 18 and over, the cruise offers a high-energy, substance free way to celebrate Pride. This year’s theme is "The Wild West," and guests are encouraged to come dressed in cowboy hats, fringe, or anything western-inspired (i.e. you can just re-wear your outfits from the Cowboy Carter tour). Music will be provided by special guest DJ Victoria Syimone, and there will be food, Red Bull and other non-booze bevs to keep the party going all night.

Take your pride to the park this June! Presented by NYC Parks' Stonewall Society, Queer in Nature is on display at the Arsenal Gallery in Central Park through August 22. The free and open-to-the-public group exhibition features works by 15 artists highlighting the abundance of queerness in everyday urban and natural environments. Created by the likes of Ben Eshleman, Brien Mosley, Diane Matyas, Ella Mahoney, Kayleen Berry, Noah Bassman, Sachie Hayashi, Shantell Martinand more, the featured artworks "emphasize that cohesion and unity can be found in complexity and diversity" as they connect the queer experience to the natural world. 

What more do you need from Pride Month than stories, sequins and serious star power? You'll find all of the above at Legends of Drag, the annual Pride program from the New York City AIDS Memorial that returns for its third fabulous year. Head to the Church of the Village on Saturday, June 14 for a fierce, intergenerational tribute to the queens who paved the way, including several of the phenomenal performers featured in Legends of Drag: Queens of a Certain Age. For the first time, those trailblazing queens and queer elders will be sharing the spotlight with the Red Ribbon Revue, a musical showcase of HIV-positive performers from across generations, created by Sam Bolen and Brian Mummert.

To close out Pride Month in fabulous fashion, the New York City Gay Men's Chorus returns to the Whitney Museum with Our Joy is a Protest: A Choral Installation for Pride on Friday, June 29. The free performance, which coincides with the venue's Free Friday Night programming, will see the chorus fill the museum's galleries with "choral pieces that embody the spirit of Pride, joy, and community," organizers say. Admission is free to the special Pride concert, though tickets are required, so snap up your spot here.  

Explore the works of Tove Jansson at the first-ever U.S. exhibition dedicated to the beloved Finnish artist, writer, and creator of the Moomins, held at the Brooklyn Public Library this summer. On view from June 28 through September 30, Tove Jansson and the Moomins: The Door Is Always Open will offer attendees the rare opportunity to step into Jansson’s creative universe through immersive installations, archival materials, rare artifacts, multilingual editions of her books, and public programming for all ages. The exhibition will also introduce visitors to lesser-known aspects of Jansson’s life, including her early career in political satire and her identity as a queer woman in postwar Europe.

An important part of Pride Month is honoring all of those LGBTQ+ individuals the community has lost, and the Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx is doing just that with a special LGBT Notables Trolley Tour on Saturday, June 21. Kicking off at 12:30pm, guests will join the founders and directors of the NYC LGBT Historic Sites project and place rainbow flags at the graves of vaudeville stars, suffragists, Harlem Renaissance figures, artists, writers and other LGBTQ+ folks who are buried at the cemetery. One of the tour highlights will be a stop at Patricia Cronin's stunning Memorial to a Marriage sculpture.  

For Pride Month, a group of celebrated contemporary artists (Derek Fordjour, Jacolby Satterwhite, Tourmaline and Egyptt LaBeija) are reimagining the New York City AIDS Memorial to "honor and illuminate the stories of underrepresented figures within the HIV/AIDS movement," from Black horse jockeys to disco trailblazer Sylvester. "Through their work, they boldly bridge timelines, intertwining the electrifying pulse of the Parade Garage, the ongoing fight for dignity and justice in Memphis, and the triumphant legacy of ballroom legend Egyptt LaBeija," says Kinfolk co-founder Idris Brewster. The memorial exhibition is currently on view at St. Vincent's Triangle.

On June 19, Lincoln Center will present "Oh Sankofa! A Juneteenth Celebration" by Carl Hancock Rux, a free campus-wide jubilee that draws inspiration from the rich traditions of African and African-American folklore. Honoring the influence of African folklore on modern storytelling, the event will engage audiences through music, choral performances, dance, animal tales, slave narratives, and educational fables that "celebrate a rich cultural heritage and pay tribute to human endurance in the face of adversity and hardship." Featured artists include multidisciplinary artist Dianne Smith, actress/comedian Phyllis Stickney; multimedia artist Vinson Fraley; dancer and Urban Bush Women Co-Artistic Director Chanon Judson; blue jazz guitarist Marvin Sewell; and the Etienne Lashley choir.

After winning Best Newcomer at last year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Ian Lockwood is back for a show in NYC on Thursday, June 26—his final one, seemingly. At least, that's the gag: Ian Lockwood: The Farewell Tour finds the musical comedian realizing he's "accomplished everything he’s ever wanted during his illustrious and extremely successful career, and thus, he’s ready to die! For his "final" performance on Earth, Lockwood will put on a hilarious new narrative concert experience about life, death and friendship, featuring 10 original comedic pop songs.

Sure, Boston may not have the global pizza bonafides as their fellow Northeaster New York or even Midwest mainstay Chicago, but it's a town that knows good 'za, and how to do it well. That fact was clearly proven at this year's Best Pizza Awards, which took place on Wednesday, June 25 in Milan, Italy, celebrating the "sacred" art of pizza-making and recognizing the world's top pizza chefs. And one of those talented toques just happened to be one of Beantown's own. RECOMMENDED: The best pizza in Boston right now, from Neapolitan style to new school Back for its third year, the 2025 ceremony featured a global voting panel of 512 experts from 60 countries to "ensure transparency and eliminate commercial influence." And along with famed Italian pizzaiolos (they did invent the stuff, after all) like Francesco Martucci of I Masanielli, Franco Pepe of Pepe in Grani and Gabriele Bonci of Pizzarium in Rome, the top 100 selection also featured American-based pizza pros including Juan Gabriel Pérez of Posto in Somerville, MA (400 Assembly Row). Pérez also placed in the awards' 2023 and 2024 installments but hit a ranking high this year at No. 54 on the prestigious list. "As Executive Chef at Posto Boston he’s praised for his creative flair, seasonal ingredients, and dough innovation," per the Best Pizza Awards. "With over a million followers worldwide, Juan blends tradition and modernity, earning a global reputation for craftsmanship and passion that honours pizza’s authentic roots." T

Ready for some fireworks? Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year, the first time in nearly a decade. This means it's easier to plan a longer getaway for the holiday, but it also means it's going to be a busy one, as more people will take advantage of the time off. Airfare is up this year—about 3.4-percent higher than usual—according to flight discovery site Going, but plenty of savvy travelers are finding deals. Going analyzed their Flight Alert trends to reveal which spots are surging in popularity for the holiday weekend.  RECOMMENDED: These are North America’s top-searched summer destinations for 2025, says study Chicago, Illinois has emerged as the most popular destination for the patriotic festivities, according to Going. It's no surprise, as the fireworks display at Navy Pier are routinely considered one of the best in the country. Prices are averaging about $502 roundtrip to visit Chicagoland for July 4th weekend.  Coming in second, Denver, Colorado is a draw for nature lovers seeking out mountain views as well as celestial fireworks. The city is also known for its free pre-Fourth bash called Indy Eve, with live music and a choreographed fireworks show Denver’s Civic Center Park. Average roundtrip flights will cost ya $537. Some travelers are making the most of the holiday and heading abroad, such as with number three destination London, UK and number six locale San Juan, Puerto Rico. The former is "perfectly positioned as a gateway for exploring Western Europe, so

From Neapolitan-style rounds to classic dollar slices, New Yorkers take pizza very seriously. And, thankfully, so do the folks over at the Best Pizza Awards, a Europe-based awards body founded in 2015 by a Polish neuroscientist and an Italian gastronomist, which celebrates the "sacred" art of pizza-making and recognizes the world's top pizza chefs. Back for the third year, the 2025 awards ceremony took place yesterday, June 25 in Milan, Italy, with a global voting panel of 512 experts from 60 countries to "ensure transparency and eliminate commercial influence." And proving that said panel has exceptionally good taste, those 'za experts highlighted six New York pizza joints as some of the best in the world. RECOMMENDED: The 29 best pizza places in NYC for simple slices and elaborate whole pies Though the top three was, unsurprisingly, dominated by Italian pizzaiolos—Francesco Martucci of I Masanielli, Franco Pepe of Pepe in Grani and Gabriele Bonci of Pizzarium in Rome—this year's tasty selection also spotlighted NYC chefs like Anthony Mangieri of Una Pizza Napoletana (who previously appeared in the 2023 and 2024 installments, but hit a high of No. 17 this year), Mark Iacono of Lucali (No. 25), Wylie Dufresne of Stretch Pizza (No. 27), Massimo Laveglia of L'Industrie Pizza (No. 34), Giorgia Caporuscio of Don Antonio (No. 52) and Frank Tuttolomondo of Mama's TOO! (No. 95). Photograph: Courtesy LucaliLucali L’Industrie's Massimo Laveglia was also singled out for a special aw

You already know that Chicago loves its signature beefy sandwiches, those juicy umami bombs of piquant giardiniera, savory jus, squishy sub and tender ribbons of slow-roasted beef. But next month, you can taste one of the star sandwiches of another great city: the classic pastrami from New York icon Katz's Deli. RECOMMENDED: Chicago sandwich king debuts new Italian beef collab at Time Out Market Yes, the famed Lower East Side restaurant—a meaty NYC mainstay since 1888, which has been immortalized in everything from When Harry Met Sally to Law & Order to Across the Universe—is bringing its primo pastrami to Chicagoland via this year's Windy City Smokeout, the country music and BBQ festival coming to Chicago's United Center from July 10 to 13. As part of the wider festival, a Katz's Deli pop-up will be hosted at Bub City (435 N. Clark Street) in River North on Wednesday, July 9. Tickets start at $45 per person (with tax, though gratuity is not included) and include the one menu item on offer: that iconic Katz's pastrami sandwich ("The brisket sings with horseradish, and the thick-cut pastrami stacked high between slices of rye is the stuff of dreams," says our pals over at Time Out New York) as well as pickles, steak fries and your choice of Dr. Brown’s Soda (Root beer, Black Cherry, Cream Soda or Cel Ray Soda). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bub City (@bubcity) You can sink your fangs into that beefy bit of food history all while tapping a toe

It's hotter than a gorilla's armpit out there, folks. And along with the sweet relief that you're getting from the city's public pools and cooling centers, 'tis the sweaty season for a good frozen treat. Luckily, New York is full of them, from smooth soft serve to slushy cocktails, and this week you'll have even more heat-beating options courtesy of Glace.  RECOMMENDED: 11 best ice cream chops in NYC, from modern parlors to longtime favorites From now through Sunday, July 20, Glace—the sweet local chainlet that made waves with its luxurious hot chocolate and small-batch ice cream—is launching an exclusive summer collaboration series at their retro-inspired Rock Center truck, teaming up with some of the most beloved restaurants in the neighborhood for the season. Parked at 30 Rockefeller Plaza (on 49th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, in front of FAO Schwarz), you'll find the Glace truck, which will be doling out a rotating menu of one-of-a-kind frozen desserts made in partnership with Rock Center’s most recognizable culinary institutions including Le Rock, Five Acres, Smith & Mills, NARO and Lobel’s Original. Each treat will pair Glace's signature ice creams and frozen drinks "with the distinct flavors and creativity of each restaurant," per the Glace team. View this post on Instagram A post shared by GLACE (@glacenewyork)   And after debuting its first collaboration this past weekend—the Glace x Le Rock Pistachio Paris Brest Sundae, made with glut

Time to update your restaurant reservation wish lists: Every year, the World’s 50 Best ranks the top 50 restaurants on the planet, and 2025 is no exception, with this year's picks revealed during a ceremony in Turin, Italy on June 19.  After teasing our tastebuds earlier this month with the back-half of the 2025 rankings, which saw American-born dining rooms like SingleThread of Healdsburg, CA; Atelier Crenn of San Francisco, CA; and César and Le Bernardin of New York City among the 51-100 entries, devoted foodies now can feast their eyes on the main 50 Best list, which includes three North American restos on the coveted lineup.  New York's "New Korean" stunner Atomix—the flagship restaurant of husband-and-wife duo, chef Junghyun "JP" Park and manager Ellia Park, who also oversee fellow New York spots including Atoboy, Naro and Seoul Salon—was ranked No. 12 in this year's culinary pecking order, praised as "Korean dining at its very finest" with "dishes grounded in heritage, but distinct and innovative," per the World's 50 Best organizers.  The acclaimed NYC spot (which has been previously honored by World's 50 Best, coming in at No. 8 in 2023 and No. 6 in 2024) is the sole U.S. restaurant to make the main 50 Best list.  RECOMMENDED: The cheapest Michelin-star restaurants in the U.S. Photograph: Courtesy World's 50 BestAtomix in New York, NY Atomix is joined by two beyond-the-border neighbors hailing from Mexico City, Mexico.  Jorge Vallejo’s boundary-pushing Quintonil came

New York is a city with a sweet tooth: we love our rich ice creams, fudgy brownies and gooey chocolate chip cookies galore. And doughnuts are definitely a major part of that dessert craving, from classic cake rounds to fluffy yeast doughnuts. As part of its annual Readers' Choice awards, USA Today ranked the 10 best doughnut shops across the U.S., the kind of local bakeries that "offer a unique charm and personal touch that large chains often can't match"—and one New York spot made the delicious list. RECOMMENDED: One of Tokyo's most popular doughnut shops has landed in NYC Coming in at No. 4 on USA Today's list is Darling Doughnuts in historic downtown Saratoga Springs, NY, about a three hours' drive north of New York City. Opened in July 2020, the sweet shop serves coffees and teas, specialty foods, unique drinks and other tasty treats, but the focus is obviously on the doughnuts, which are of the yeast-risen variety, have a signature square shape and features more than 150 glazes and flavors are on regular rotation. The eclectic mix of doughnuts—offered in full-size options ($4.20 each or $42 for a dozen), mini doughnuts ($2.25 each or $18 for 9) or doughnut holes ($5 for 25, or $3 for a dozen)—include flavors like "Orange Creamsicle" (real orange glazed and topped with house-made vanilla buttercream and a candied orange peel), "Root Beer Float" (root beer glazed topped with house-made vanilla buttercream and caramelized honeycomb candy bits), "Chai Latte" (chai spiced bla

A few weeks back, the food-loving folks behind the World's 50 Best list unveiled the back-half of this year's 100 Best Restaurants ranking, and two stellar New York spots out of eight North American entries managed to make the coveted lineup. Making a splash at No. 98 was César, the elegant, seafood-focused restaurant from chef César Ramirez, while midtown fine-dining mainstay Le Bernardin clocked in at No. 90. And though those illustrious local dining rooms were joined on the full list by only one NYC restaurant in the top 50, they're at least in very good company: "New Korean" stunner Atomix was ranked No. 12 in this year's culinary pecking order, which were announced during a ceremony in Turin, Italy on June 19. RECOMMENDED: The 50 best restaurants in NYC right now, from dazzling newcomers to familiar favorites It's not the first time that the creative Korean spot—the flagship restaurant of husband-and-wife duo, chef Junghyun "JP" Park and manager Ellia Park, who also oversee fellow New York spots including Atoboy, Naro and Seoul Salon—has been honored by World's 50 Best: In 2023, Atomic came in at No. 8 and rose to No. 6 one year later. Praised as the "ultimate gastronomic manifestation of the K-wave phenomenon" and "Korean dining at its very finest" with "dishes grounded in heritage, but distinct and innovative," per the World's 50 Best organizers, Atomix is the sole U.S. restaurant to make the main 50 Best list, and one of only three North American entries this year. 

From its steamy hookup bars to its provocative swingers clubs to its wide array of sex shops filled with erotic gadgets and goodies, New York is a pretty sex-positive city. That's why we weren't exactly surprised that New Yorkers spend quite a lot on OnlyFans per year, as revealed by a new study by search engine OnlyFinder—rather, we're shocked that a town as notoriously horny as the juicy Big Apple didn't even crack the top 10 of OnlyFans-using states in the U.S. According to the OnlyFinder research, New York State shelled out roughly $179 million on OnlyFans—a content subscription platform where creators upload videos and garner subscribers to their content, usually of the adult variety—in 2024, reports the New York Post. New York residents dropped $88,646 annually on the NSFW site per 10,000 residents, ranking the Empire State 35th in the country among OnlyFans' big spenders.  Our closest neighbors also ranked in the back-half of the list: New Jersey ranked 33rd, with $90,724 spent annually per 10,000 residents, while Connecticut landed ten spots down, at No. 43, with a yearly spend of $81,941.  That's a lot of Benjamins, sure, but it's nowhere near the kind of dough being laid out by the No. 1 state: West Virginia topped the per-capita ranking at $116,313 spent annually on the subscription site. The Mountain State was joined in the top five OnlyFans spenders by Nevada, Colorado, Illinois and Iowa. On the opposite end of the spectrum, Mississippi proved the most frugal wh

It's the newest holiday in New York City and a very important one: Juneteenth is here for 2025, so it's time to celebrate! Events across the city will commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Black Americans have been marking the day since the late 1800s, but in 2020, the holiday garnered renewed attention as Black Lives Matter demonstrators called (and still call) for meaningful policy changes following the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers. Juneteenth events in NYC this year include festivals, musical performances, comedy shows and family-friendly activities. Many festivities take place on the actual day—Thursday, June 19—but other events will run throughout the weekend, so you can keep the party going. Read on for our top Juneteenth picks and catch our full guide to the holiday here. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Juneteenth in NYC Photograph: Black Owned Brooklyn| Juneteenth Food Festival Parades and festivals  1. Juneteenth Family Festival Where: Lewis Latimer House | Flushing, QueensWhen: Saturday, June 20How much: Free to attend The Juneteenth Freedom Celebration at Lewis Latimer House features live performances, hands-on activities and powerful tributes to Black innovation, creativity and resilience. Inspired by Latimer's legacy, this immersive event brings history to life through interactive S.T.E.A.M. activities exploring light, sound, flight and invention. 2. Juneteenth Food Festival Where: Weeksville Heritage Center | Crown Height

Of course, we want our dinner to taste good—but it doesn't hurt when it looks good, too. And the lovely venues featured on Prix Versailles' 2025 list of the World's Most Beautiful Restaurants, including a certain stunning New York steakhouse, are definitely a feast for the eyes. RECOMMENDED: The 27 best outdoor dining spots in NYC, with blooming gardens and gorgeous patios As it recently had done with picturesque hotel properties, the Prix Versailles—a series of international awards given annually in the field of architecture—released its list of the world's most visually stunning dining rooms on June 16, recently opened spots that "are evidence of the dominant aesthetic and cultural dynamics around the world," per organizers.  And while much of the list is devoted to gorgeous eateries in far-flung locales (like Blackswan in Beijing, China; Bouchon Carême in Helsinki, Finland; Gerbou in Dubai, UAE; and Coro in Orvieto, Italy), one of this year's picks is delightfully closer to home: New York's own Beefbar. Founded by Riccardo Giraudi, with locations in Cannes, Mykonos, London and Hong Kong, the Monte Carlo-born meat concept took over the former Nobu space in spring 2024, bringing its prime cuts and plush setting to Tribeca.  Francis AmiandBeefbar "The new location’s décor, designed by the Monaco-based firm Humbert & Poyet, is a perfect reflection of New York: a melting pot of influences from which novel expressions emanate, that are as original as they are disconcerting," p

It's the end of a bagel era: after 11 years in Little Italy, it's time to say buh-bye to Baz Bagels. Owner Bari Musacchio announced the shop's imminent closing on social media, alerting customers that the restaurant's last day of service would be Sunday, June 22. RECOMMENDED: The 18 best bagels in NYC, including both classic and creative rounds "The truth is—opening this neighborhood spot in my own neighborhood was my actual ‘dream come true. And we are extremely proud to have achieved that. Being part of your daily routines, special occasions and familiar faces on the block has been incredible rewarding. The BIG impact this little shop has had in NYC continues to amaze me every single day," Musacchio captioned the closing announcement. "We’ve recently moved out of the neighborhood, and it feels like the right moment to focus on new personal and professional opportunities." Along with thanking "our team, customers, vendors and neighbors from every era of Baz over the past decade," Musacchio also teased that "an exciting new bagel brand" would be taking over the 181 Grand Street space. And she also noted that while "it is the end of our Little Italy chapter," it might not be the end of Baz Bagels overall.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Baz Bagel & Restaurant (@bazbagel) Opening in spring 2014—in what was a bit of a New York bagel boom, what with the high-profile debuts of Russ & Daughters Cafe and Black Seed Bagels that same year—