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Ground Central
Three words: peanut butter latte. Ground Central is the only place I know that makes a PB latte, and it’s delicious. It’s always the perfect temperature — not too hot — and the staff is always warm and welcoming. As it turns out, there is another Jill who orders a PB latte, but my barista calls me the “OG Jill.” What’s better than that?
Jill Sammak
Kaufman's Army Navy
Kaufman‘s Army Navy is in a 100 year old tenement building on W42nd St. All during the first half of the 20th century Kaufman’s has been a mainstay for army and navy surplus from virtually every country in the world— and a major supplier of costumes for movies, plays, and TV. My favorite store back home in Cheyenne was Sergeant Supply and so to have Kaufmann’s nearby — I’m in heaven!
George Jay Wienbarg
Oasis Cafe
I go to Oasis Cafe for their desserts. I'm not a huge fan of frosting and I tend to prefer fresh cream on cakes. I've tried a few of their cheesecakes and mousse cakes and they were all creamy and fluffy, not too dense or overly sweet. I also love that they use a custard cream for their tarts. I love their chocolate raspberry cheesecake and black and white mousse cake.
Rita Kwong
Irish Arts Center
They have a full schedule of theater, readings, art exhibits, family and community programs (including an Irish Halloween!) and classes of all kinds in their new state-of-the-art facility. They have a small café too.
Janet Restino
Alfie's
I love the energy in Alfie’s which is always buzzing with neighborhood locals. For a hearty brunch, I like to order the steak and eggs or the short rib hash. Both dishes are large and satisfying which is especially great after a morning work out session.
Karen Loc
Rudy's
There was a time in the early 2010s when I went to Rudy’s almost every Thursday night for Drinking Liberally (which is a national social organization started by a friend in Rudy’s backyard that gathers to socialize and talk politics). I don’t go as often now, but it still feels like home when I walk in and order a pitcher of Rudy’s Red to share with friends.
Jill Blackford
Worldwide Plaza
Cute plaza often filled with Broadway folk relaxing or eating between shows when the weather is nice. I love to sit in the plaza on a beautiful day with Stritch and enjoy people watching and a coffee.
Joseph London
Poseidon Bakery
Such great Greek treats.
Margaret Pine
As Is
When someone wants to meet up for a beer in Hell’s Kitchen, As Is is my absolute go-to. They always have an excellent selection of beers on tap, their cocktails are good, and the atmosphere is totally laid back. It’s hard to go wrong there.
Jill Blackford
The Salvation Army
It’s great now that they have an elevator — although I did enjoy looking at the framed cartoons in the stairwell on the way up. I’m always on the prowl for clothing I’d never wear in real life, but is perfect for the courtroom on Law and Order or a gala in Daredevil.
Heather Holland Wheaton
Ground Central
Three words: peanut butter latte. Ground Central is the only place I know that makes a PB latte, and it’s delicious. It’s always the perfect temperature — not too hot — and the staff is always warm and welcoming. As it turns out, there is another Jill who orders a PB latte, but my barista calls me the “OG Jill.” What’s better than that?
Jill Sammak
Kaufman's Army Navy
Kaufman‘s Army Navy is in a 100 year old tenement building on W42nd St. All during the first half of the 20th century Kaufman’s has been a mainstay for army and navy surplus from virtually every country in the world— and a major supplier of costumes for movies, plays, and TV. My favorite store back home in Cheyenne was Sergeant Supply and so to have Kaufmann’s nearby — I’m in heaven!
George Jay Wienbarg
Oasis Cafe
I go to Oasis Cafe for their desserts. I'm not a huge fan of frosting and I tend to prefer fresh cream on cakes. I've tried a few of their cheesecakes and mousse cakes and they were all creamy and fluffy, not too dense or overly sweet. I also love that they use a custard cream for their tarts. I love their chocolate raspberry cheesecake and black and white mousse cake.
Rita Kwong
Irish Arts Center
They have a full schedule of theater, readings, art exhibits, family and community programs (including an Irish Halloween!) and classes of all kinds in their new state-of-the-art facility. They have a small café too.
Janet Restino
Alfie's
I love the energy in Alfie’s which is always buzzing with neighborhood locals. For a hearty brunch, I like to order the steak and eggs or the short rib hash. Both dishes are large and satisfying which is especially great after a morning work out session.
Karen Loc
Rudy's
There was a time in the early 2010s when I went to Rudy’s almost every Thursday night for Drinking Liberally (which is a national social organization started by a friend in Rudy’s backyard that gathers to socialize and talk politics). I don’t go as often now, but it still feels like home when I walk in and order a pitcher of Rudy’s Red to share with friends.
Jill Blackford
Worldwide Plaza
Cute plaza often filled with Broadway folk relaxing or eating between shows when the weather is nice. I love to sit in the plaza on a beautiful day with Stritch and enjoy people watching and a coffee.
Joseph London
Poseidon Bakery
Such great Greek treats.
Margaret Pine
As Is
When someone wants to meet up for a beer in Hell’s Kitchen, As Is is my absolute go-to. They always have an excellent selection of beers on tap, their cocktails are good, and the atmosphere is totally laid back. It’s hard to go wrong there.
Jill Blackford
The Salvation Army
It’s great now that they have an elevator — although I did enjoy looking at the framed cartoons in the stairwell on the way up. I’m always on the prowl for clothing I’d never wear in real life, but is perfect for the courtroom on Law and Order or a gala in Daredevil.
Heather Holland Wheaton
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