***New York*** (2 Viewers)

[El Floppo]

That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants.

So, yeah about the women in NYC.

This middle aged midwesterner is beyond impressed. The hit/miss ratio is incredibly high.

Yep. The biggest change for me is the amount of gym girls walking around the city streets in their two piece outfits aka biking shorts and bras. It's great, they're great

I dont really even notice it any more. That first month of people shedding winter layers- yeah...like ive never seen a womans body before.

 

[Major]

That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants.

So, yeah about the women in NYC.

This middle aged midwesterner is beyond impressed. The hit/miss ratio is incredibly high.

Yep. The biggest change for me is the amount of gym girls walking around the city streets in their two piece outfits aka biking shorts and bras. It's great, they're great

I dont really even notice it any more. That first month of people shedding winter layers- yeah...like ive never seen a womans body before.

From what I remember gym girls would cover up a bit for their walks to and from the gym. Now they're rocking full on toes for all us street peasants to gawk at. All praise due to Instagram and Onlyfans for normalizing this behavior.

 

[Major]

Oh yeah, for first time visitors The Hudson Yards are definitely something to check out. So many cool buildings have been put up there in the past 10 years. d

Somewhat different question than the usual first time visitor inquires. I've lived here for a while and done most of the touristy stuff. I have the next 4 days free. Anything new and noteworthy in the past 5-10 years that I must see?

Spent the past two days primarily hanging out in the West Village. That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants. Highly recommend having a meal at Dante: https://www.dante-nyc.com/ and L'Artusi: https://www.lartusi.com

proliferation of roof-top bars in that time.

otherwise... my "up-to-date", outside of my 3 block radius, is basically when you last lived here.

we went to Monsieur this week- the old Boiler Room dump-of-a-bar on 4th and 2nd. it's nice now- solid cocktails and bites. part of the ownership group that owns the former Nice Guy Eddy's/Bolton&Watt location across the street from me- now, Bar Bianchi.

I think The Hudson Yards is really the only "new" thing I need to explore. So many cool buildings from the looks of it. Plan to check the vessel, the edge and that Barry Diller building.

 

[El Floppo]

Oh yeah, for first time visitors The Hudson Yards are definitely something to check out. So many cool buildings have been put up there in the past 10 years. d

Somewhat different question than the usual first time visitor inquires. I've lived here for a while and done most of the touristy stuff. I have the next 4 days free. Anything new and noteworthy in the past 5-10 years that I must see?

Spent the past two days primarily hanging out in the West Village. That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants. Highly recommend having a meal at Dante: https://www.dante-nyc.com/ and L'Artusi: https://www.lartusi.com

proliferation of roof-top bars in that time.

otherwise... my "up-to-date", outside of my 3 block radius, is basically when you last lived here.

we went to Monsieur this week- the old Boiler Room dump-of-a-bar on 4th and 2nd. it's nice now- solid cocktails and bites. part of the ownership group that owns the former Nice Guy Eddy's/Bolton&Watt location across the street from me- now, Bar Bianchi.

I think The Hudson Yards is really the only "new" thing I need to explore. So many cool buildings from the looks of it. Plan to check the vessel, the edge and that Barry Diller building.

Highly meh for me. Vessel is cool. Otherwise, u less youre going to the Peak, no reason to go. Still a crappy hood.

 

[Jayrod]

We did the Vessel first day. When we were here 3 years ago it was shut down because they had too many people committing suicide off of it.

Now after like the 3rd level there is a net and only about a quarter of it is accessible. But at least you can get to almost the top.

 

[odin33]

That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants.

So, yeah about the women in NYC.

This middle aged midwesterner is beyond impressed. The hit/miss ratio is incredibly high.

Yep. The biggest change for me is the amount of gym girls walking around the city streets in their two piece outfits aka biking shorts and bras. It's great, they're great

I dont really even notice it any more. That first month of people shedding winter layers- yeah...like ive never seen a womans body before.

From what I remember gym girls would cover up a bit for their walks to and from the gym. Now they're rocking full on toes for all us street peasants to gawk at. All praise due to Instagram and Onlyfans for normalizing this behavior.

So mirrored sunglasses, check!

 

[Jayrod]

So now Im stuck on Ellis Island.

We have seen 2 ferries come and go since getting in line. Way too many people are just skipping Ellis and staying on from Liberty so not enough off means almost no one gets on.

Luckily the heat and humidity are down or people might be passing out.

Because of this we aren't going to get the MoMA in today and I may miss it entirely for the second time in a row.

 

[Major]

Oh yeah, for first time visitors The Hudson Yards are definitely something to check out. So many cool buildings have been put up there in the past 10 years. d

Somewhat different question than the usual first time visitor inquires. I've lived here for a while and done most of the touristy stuff. I have the next 4 days free. Anything new and noteworthy in the past 5-10 years that I must see?

Spent the past two days primarily hanging out in the West Village. That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants. Highly recommend having a meal at Dante: https://www.dante-nyc.com/ and L'Artusi: https://www.lartusi.com

proliferation of roof-top bars in that time.

otherwise... my "up-to-date", outside of my 3 block radius, is basically when you last lived here.

we went to Monsieur this week- the old Boiler Room dump-of-a-bar on 4th and 2nd. it's nice now- solid cocktails and bites. part of the ownership group that owns the former Nice Guy Eddy's/Bolton&Watt location across the street from me- now, Bar Bianchi.

I think The Hudson Yards is really the only "new" thing I need to explore. So many cool buildings from the looks of it. Plan to check the vessel, the edge and that Barry Diller building.

Highly meh for me. Vessel is cool. Otherwise, u less youre going to the Peak, no reason to go. Still a crappy hood.

Agree with the neighborhood aspect of Hudson Yards. This is strictly for architecture and design reasons and then I'm back on the Highline heading South.

I spent most of the day/evening in Williamsburg. That former hipster haven really has blossomed. Great energy over there. Seemed like every restaurant and bar was slammed. Couldn't believe how much that area has grown up and almost feels sophisticated. Highly recommend bringing a girl there for a bite and catching the sunset on the beach/shore area overlooking the city.

 

[Major]

@El Floppo - any new and interesting restaurants in my old stomping ground? Staying on the LES for the weekend and hope to check out some new places here and in the EV. So many new places. I'm a bit overwhelmed by all the choices and not sure what to choose. Meanwhile, getting my fill of Clinton St. Bakery at the moment and plan to check out Scarr's pizza for a late lunch.

 

[massraider]

I spent most of the day/evening in Williamsburg. That former hipster haven really has blossomed. Great energy over there. Seemed like every restaurant and bar was slammed. Couldn't believe how much that area has grown up and almost feels sophisticated.

And still affordable places. Between there and Greenpoint and Bushwick, it's pretty great.

When I go back for a long weekend now, I don't go to Manhattan.

 

[Senor Schmutzig]

Walk The Highline and stop off at Little Island for something unique and different with good views of the city and the river. May as well stop at Chelsea Market while you're there. Plenty of little shops and decent restaurants in there.

 

[El Floppo]

@El Floppo - any new and interesting restaurants in my old stomping ground? Staying on the LES for the weekend and hope to check out some new places here and in the EV. So many new places. I'm a bit overwhelmed by all the choices and not sure what to choose. Meanwhile, getting my fill of Clinton St. Bakery at the moment and plan to check out Scarr's pizza for a late lunch.

I mentioned Bar Bianchi in the old Boulton and Watt location at Ave A and Houston. The place is hopping since it opened a month or so ago... lots of outdoor dining drinking, lots of young women. I think they specialize in Aperol cocktails. Milanese food. I preferred Boulton & Watt...but im a grumpy old man and change frightens me.

 

[Alex P Keaton]

Oh yeah, for first time visitors The Hudson Yards are definitely something to check out. So many cool buildings have been put up there in the past 10 years. d

Somewhat different question than the usual first time visitor inquires. I've lived here for a while and done most of the touristy stuff. I have the next 4 days free. Anything new and noteworthy in the past 5-10 years that I must see?

Spent the past two days primarily hanging out in the West Village. That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants. Highly recommend having a meal at Dante: https://www.dante-nyc.com/ and L'Artusi: https://www.lartusi.com

proliferation of roof-top bars in that time.

otherwise... my "up-to-date", outside of my 3 block radius, is basically when you last lived here.

we went to Monsieur this week- the old Boiler Room dump-of-a-bar on 4th and 2nd. it's nice now- solid cocktails and bites. part of the ownership group that owns the former Nice Guy Eddy's/Bolton&Watt location across the street from me- now, Bar Bianchi.

I think The Hudson Yards is really the only "new" thing I need to explore. So many cool buildings from the looks of it. Plan to check the vessel, the edge and that Barry Diller building.

Highly meh for me. Vessel is cool. Otherwise, u less youre going to the Peak, no reason to go. Still a crappy hood.

Agree with the neighborhood aspect of Hudson Yards. This is strictly for architecture and design reasons and then I'm back on the Highline heading South.

I spent most of the day/evening in Williamsburg. That former hipster haven really has blossomed. Great energy over there. Seemed like every restaurant and bar was slammed. Couldn't believe how much that area has grown up and almost feels sophisticated. Highly recommend bringing a girl there for a bite and catching the sunset on the beach/shore area overlooking the city.

Williamsburg is fun. Nice vibe. I like Greenpoint also. I’m not local (in Chicago) but spend 6-8 days/month in NYC for work. Went on a “pizza crawl” with co-workers in Williamsburg a few months ago. It was awesome.

 

[Major]

Oh yeah, for first time visitors The Hudson Yards are definitely something to check out. So many cool buildings have been put up there in the past 10 years. d

Somewhat different question than the usual first time visitor inquires. I've lived here for a while and done most of the touristy stuff. I have the next 4 days free. Anything new and noteworthy in the past 5-10 years that I must see?

Spent the past two days primarily hanging out in the West Village. That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants. Highly recommend having a meal at Dante: https://www.dante-nyc.com/ and L'Artusi: https://www.lartusi.com

proliferation of roof-top bars in that time.

otherwise... my "up-to-date", outside of my 3 block radius, is basically when you last lived here.

we went to Monsieur this week- the old Boiler Room dump-of-a-bar on 4th and 2nd. it's nice now- solid cocktails and bites. part of the ownership group that owns the former Nice Guy Eddy's/Bolton&Watt location across the street from me- now, Bar Bianchi.

I think The Hudson Yards is really the only "new" thing I need to explore. So many cool buildings from the looks of it. Plan to check the vessel, the edge and that Barry Diller building.

Highly meh for me. Vessel is cool. Otherwise, u less youre going to the Peak, no reason to go. Still a crappy hood.

Agree with the neighborhood aspect of Hudson Yards. This is strictly for architecture and design reasons and then I'm back on the Highline heading South.

I spent most of the day/evening in Williamsburg. That former hipster haven really has blossomed. Great energy over there. Seemed like every restaurant and bar was slammed. Couldn't believe how much that area has grown up and almost feels sophisticated. Highly recommend bringing a girl there for a bite and catching the sunset on the beach/shore area overlooking the city.

Williamsburg is fun. Nice vibe. I like Greenpoint also. I’m not local (in Chicago) but spend 6-8 days/month in NYC for work. Went on a “pizza crawl” with co-workers in Williamsburg a few months ago. It was awesome.

Yeah, I tried out L'Industrie. Pretty damn solid. One thing that has been irksome during this trip is that any restaurant with a little bit of clout and virality has lines crawling down the block. With so many great places in NYC, I'm still in the mindset that long lines are for p*ssies.

 

[El Floppo]

Hotel notell

Oh yeah, for first time visitors The Hudson Yards are definitely something to check out. So many cool buildings have been put up there in the past 10 years. d

Somewhat different question than the usual first time visitor inquires. I've lived here for a while and done most of the touristy stuff. I have the next 4 days free. Anything new and noteworthy in the past 5-10 years that I must see?

Spent the past two days primarily hanging out in the West Village. That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants. Highly recommend having a meal at Dante: https://www.dante-nyc.com/ and L'Artusi: https://www.lartusi.com

proliferation of roof-top bars in that time.

otherwise... my "up-to-date", outside of my 3 block radius, is basically when you last lived here.

we went to Monsieur this week- the old Boiler Room dump-of-a-bar on 4th and 2nd. it's nice now- solid cocktails and bites. part of the ownership group that owns the former Nice Guy Eddy's/Bolton&Watt location across the street from me- now, Bar Bianchi.

I think The Hudson Yards is really the only "new" thing I need to explore. So many cool buildings from the looks of it. Plan to check the vessel, the edge and that Barry Diller building.

Highly meh for me. Vessel is cool. Otherwise, u less youre going to the Peak, no reason to go. Still a crappy hood.

Agree with the neighborhood aspect of Hudson Yards. This is strictly for architecture and design reasons and then I'm back on the Highline heading South.

I spent most of the day/evening in Williamsburg. That former hipster haven really has blossomed. Great energy over there. Seemed like every restaurant and bar was slammed. Couldn't believe how much that area has grown up and almost feels sophisticated. Highly recommend bringing a girl there for a bite and catching the sunset on the beach/shore area overlooking the city.

Williamsburg is fun. Nice vibe. I like Greenpoint also. I’m not local (in Chicago) but spend 6-8 days/month in NYC for work. Went on a “pizza crawl” with co-workers in Williamsburg a few months ago. It was awesome.

Yeah, I tried out L'Industrie. Pretty damn solid. One thing that has been irksome during this trip is that any restaurant with a little bit of clout and vitality has lines crawling down the block. With so many great places in NYC, I'm still in the mindset that long lines are for p*ssies.

Lines everywhere is also a new (last 10 years since you left), stupid thing. Even for stores.

I thought you meant Industry under the FDR in manhattan. While a decent view, wouldve been a really odd choice.

 

[Alex P Keaton]

Oh yeah, for first time visitors The Hudson Yards are definitely something to check out. So many cool buildings have been put up there in the past 10 years. d

Somewhat different question than the usual first time visitor inquires. I've lived here for a while and done most of the touristy stuff. I have the next 4 days free. Anything new and noteworthy in the past 5-10 years that I must see?

Spent the past two days primarily hanging out in the West Village. That place is still buzzing and god bless yoga pants. Highly recommend having a meal at Dante: https://www.dante-nyc.com/ and L'Artusi: https://www.lartusi.com

proliferation of roof-top bars in that time.

otherwise... my "up-to-date", outside of my 3 block radius, is basically when you last lived here.

we went to Monsieur this week- the old Boiler Room dump-of-a-bar on 4th and 2nd. it's nice now- solid cocktails and bites. part of the ownership group that owns the former Nice Guy Eddy's/Bolton&Watt location across the street from me- now, Bar Bianchi.

I think The Hudson Yards is really the only "new" thing I need to explore. So many cool buildings from the looks of it. Plan to check the vessel, the edge and that Barry Diller building.

Highly meh for me. Vessel is cool. Otherwise, u less youre going to the Peak, no reason to go. Still a crappy hood.

Agree with the neighborhood aspect of Hudson Yards. This is strictly for architecture and design reasons and then I'm back on the Highline heading South.

I spent most of the day/evening in Williamsburg. That former hipster haven really has blossomed. Great energy over there. Seemed like every restaurant and bar was slammed. Couldn't believe how much that area has grown up and almost feels sophisticated. Highly recommend bringing a girl there for a bite and catching the sunset on the beach/shore area overlooking the city.

Williamsburg is fun. Nice vibe. I like Greenpoint also. I’m not local (in Chicago) but spend 6-8 days/month in NYC for work. Went on a “pizza crawl” with co-workers in Williamsburg a few months ago. It was awesome.

Yeah, I tried out L'Industrie. Pretty damn solid. One thing that has been irksome during this trip is that any restaurant with a little bit of clout and virality has lines crawling down the block. With so many great places in NYC, I'm still in the mindset that long lines are for p*ssies.

Other than minor lines for a slice of pizza, I simply won’t wait in a line in NY. It’s wholly unnecessary - so no bueno for me.

I love NYC and always will. It’s great to see the city thriving again — I started traveling to NY for work in August 2021 and it was a ghost town. Hotels closed or without staff. Restaurants empty. Subway empty.

It’s different now. Much busier. Different than when I lived here (early 2000s, post 9/11) but still great. I stay downtown because our office is in 1 World Trade, and it’s crazy how many people live in the Financial District now. It’s also annoying how many trust fund Gen Z’ers live in the city. It’s probably always been that way, but it sure seems worse now than years ago. I’m also struck by how many more wealthy young people from Asia and Europe are here now. It could just be perception, but that’s what I’ve experienced.

Anyway, I’m not waiting in line when I can just go to another equally good place without a line.

 

[odin33]

Ok so found out a little more info. She's staying at the Aloft New York Chelsea 132 W 28th. Is that a good enough home base to work from, or should we look at another area?

Appreciate all the help so far.

 

[massraider]

Ok so found out a little more info. She's staying at the Aloft New York Chelsea 132 W 28th. Is that a good enough home base to work from, or should we look at another area?

Appreciate all the help so far.

In terms of being in Manhattan, I think that's pretty close to ideal.

it's a quick walk north to Times Square (I would tell you not to go, but no one listens), and south through Chelsea, Meatpacking District, West Village, and can get to Soho, NoLita, Greenwich Village, etc. All walking distance. Empire State Building, Bryant Park, Madison Square Park, Flatiron area, High Line, Chelsea Market, El Quixote at the Chelsea Hotel.

You are kinda in center of the island there. Lean west. If you come to a street and need to decide east or west, go west. West side of Manhattan is better, but don't tell @El Floppo you heard that from me.

 

[odin33]

Ok so found out a little more info. She's staying at the Aloft New York Chelsea 132 W 28th. Is that a good enough home base to work from, or should we look at another area?

Appreciate all the help so far.

In terms of being in Manhattan, I think that's pretty close to ideal.

it's a quick walk north to Times Square (I would tell you not to go, but no one listens), and south through Chelsea, Meatpacking District, West Village, and can get to Soho, NoLita, Greenwich Village, etc. All walking distance. Empire State Building, Bryant Park, Madison Square Park, Flatiron area, High Line, Chelsea Market, El Quixote at the Chelsea Hotel.

You are kinda in center of the island there. Lean west. If you come to a street and need to decide east or west, go west. West side of Manhattan is better, but don't tell @El Floppo you heard that from me.

Thanks for the response. All safe to walk to and from at night?

I've been in Chicago a few times so I have a little 'big city' experience, and definitely had to 'find an alternative route' exploring in Mexico, just trying to avoid the 'we're ok, we're ok, um we're now in deep ####'

Likely all those NYPD blue and crime shows I watch.

 

[El Floppo]

Ok so found out a little more info. She's staying at the Aloft New York Chelsea 132 W 28th. Is that a good enough home base to work from, or should we look at another area?

Appreciate all the help so far.

You're golden there. It's not a "cool" area immediately there, but as mass says you're close to everything walking if needed, including a few subway lines (C, 1, F) that can take you all over the city. Further west are housing projects to avoid at night, just up and west is Mad Sq garden and port authority... also to be avoided ..but otherwise, all good.

 

[-fish-]

Moving the kid from Hell's Kitchen to Tompkins Square Park area this weekend. I'll be in town Thurs-Monday staying at Moxy LES. @El Floppo another opportunity to make plans to meet for drinks and then not do it. Text me if you're around.

She turned 21 last weekend. Anywhere I should take her that she probably wouldn't go with her broke college friends?