The bold venture from London hospitality heroes is the neo-bistro of the season. Named after Club 82’s legendary drag queen, Ella Funt radiates modern French flair with a playful edge. The lively atmosphere, eclectic interiors, and experimental bistro twists create the perfect scene for both people-watching and after-dinner dancing.

After a meticulous decade-long restoration, Nine Orchard claims its crown with an awe-inspiring neo-Renaissance aesthetic. The historic grandeur of the 113-room hotel, complete with its Tennessee marble floors and domed roof top tempietto, offers an opulent escape. Don’t miss Swan Bar's famous martini floats for a taste of nostalgia.

A New York classic that blends charm and familiarity, Lucien’s French bistro atmosphere makes it a Lower East Side must. Pull up a wooden chair, spot a familiar face from last week’s ‘in the know’ gallery preview and end the night with tables pushed together with friends and new company alike. Lucien and its famed escargot are not to be missed, without which a trip to NYC is incomplete.

In the heart of Dimes Square, this Aussie-run hideaway melds midwest diner nostalgia with New York edge. The Flower Shop’s cheetah-print pool table and retro decor set the tone for lively nights. With a celebrity clientele and limited-edition merchandise, this unique LES gem offers a laid-back vibe with an undeniable sense of cool.

An NYC landmark beloved for its smoked fish, caviar, and bagels, Russ and Daughters remains the quintessential Lower East Side stop for food lovers. Anthony Bourdain once called it "the best," and 110 years after its inception, the fourth generation of the Russ family continues, delighting visitors and locals alike on Houston St.

The quest for the best ‘by the slice’ is a fun game to play and Scarr’s Pizza has kept the queue running for a taste of their Hotboi pie-styled delight (featuring a secret sauce, pepperoni, jalapeno and Mike’s extra hot honey). Vegans also give a thumbs up to their plant based to-go pies.

Timeless is the only way to describe life at The Bowery, New York’s downtown rendezvous that has been sparking the East Village allure since opening its doors in 2007. The boutique, factory-styled hotel is the penultimate place to snug up come fall next to their stone fireplace and linger with locals and visitors alike at their in house trattoria - Gemma. Their iconic marbled floor to ceiling bathrooms with a view on the New York City skyline makes for quite a nice bath time hour.

Casino NY reinvents Italian cuisine with a slick, cinematic twist. Date nights here buzz with energy—don't miss the signature Grappa Martini or the nduja flatbread. With plates designed for sharing, this Tarantino-esque hotspot is all about vibey nights and delicious fare. Avoid bringing the parents—it’s strictly for the scene-setters.

Reopening in early 2025 with a fresh OMA-designed extension, The New Museum of Contemporary Art continues to champion emerging and marginalised artists. Curated by celebrated Whitney Museum curator Marcia Tucker, the anticipated development and additional gallery space will feature 60,000 sq ft of gallery space and new programming that challenge the status quo of contemporary art.

Since 2018, Palo Gallery has garnered praise for its bold exhibitions and sociopolitical explorations. Founded by Paul Henkel, this family-run space seamlessly blends emerging and established contemporary voices. Palo’s international scope and thoughtful curation make it a go-to for anyone in search of art with depth and dialogue.