Hell’s Kitchen Local

A Black owned juice and smoothie shop?? YES PLEASE!!! Fresh From Hell is great, from their acai bowls to their fresh juices and smoothies. This place keeps me feeling good and healthy! And did I mention that it’s Black owned?!

I love catching up with friends or stopping by alone and taking in the vibrant energy of midtown at Worldwide Plaza on a warm summer day.

The owner is such a nice guy — his friendly vibe makes you feel right at home. It’s such a cozy spot, perfect for a laid-back meal. And the food? Wow! Every dish is bursting with amazing flavors that make it hard to resist going back. Seriously, if you haven’t tried it yet, you’re missing out!

I always recommend this restaurant to friends and family before a show. It’s a fabulous restaurant, with a great staff and a super nice owner. They often keep the kitchen open late for Natalie and me, so it’s our go-to spot.

Hells Kitchen Pilates makes me happy because it’s more than just a place to train — it’s where I’m building a new pilates community. I’m meeting friends who are also my neighbors, and I’ve found the perfect space to focus on my body and practice what I love. I actually discovered it by chance one day while walking through the neighborhood. I decided to take a different street than usual and saw Nadya, one of the owners, with her beautiful dog Lucky, cleaning a new space that said “Pilates.” I asked her about it and told her I would love to work there — and now I get to be part of this amazing community every day.

What’s not to love? A gay-owned vintage clothing shop!!

I love FLEX mainly because of my favorite bartender Gio. I have known Gio since 2010, so coming to FLEX for a beer (or three) always feels like the perfect LGBTQ+ home!

Pier 84 was a life saver during the pandemic. I could sneak out the back entrance of my building, walk one block and be out in the open air. And I love to watch all of the dogs in the doggie playground.

I’ve been coming here since I worked at Waachtell.

Perfect place to grab a drink and dinner before going to catch a show.