Sheldon's Guidebook
One of my favorite restaurants in Harlem.
B Squared Inc.
104 W 29th StRow House
2128 Frederick Douglass BlvdFood scene
ROKC
3452 BroadwaySometimes this place can be smoky when the staff is cooking. Sometimes it can be warm and and doesn’t central AC. The owners are nice however.
14 locals recommend
Common Good Harlem
2801 Frederick Douglass BlvdSometimes this place can be smoky when the staff is cooking. Sometimes it can be warm and and doesn’t central AC. The owners are nice however.
Neighborhoods
East Village
Sightseeing
Governors Island
Good coffee house and place to have a drink.
Lucille's Coffee and Cocktails
26 Macombs PlTraveler advice
Getting around
The best trains available in my neighborhood are the ABCD.
Take these trains at 145th and St. Nicholas. Or take the 3 train at Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. and 149th Street.
Don't miss
The farmer l’s market at Union Square
Take the 4,5,6 or N,R train to 14th Street.
Customs and culture
Take the 3 train one block away. (149th street and ACP Blvd
Take this train or the ABCD in 145th and St. Nicholas Avenue
Don't miss
MOMA, the Whitney Museum, and the MET are musts.
The Brooklyn Museum is a fast ride on the 3 train to Eastern Parkway
Ways to save
There are some great happy hours that you can enjoy and save
Try happy hour at the Mermaid Inn or Geisha Sushi
Book before you go
Check museums because you may have to book in advance.
You need to book the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in advance of your visit.
What to pack
Comfortable shoes and a light jacket in the spring and fall.
You need a heavier coat in the winter, gloves, scarves and waterproof shoes/boots.
Traveling with kids
Things to remember in NYC
Please be aware if your surroundings. I recommend not using ear buds in public spaces or cell phones. When taking trains, do not sit in isolation. Sit in the cars with other passengers and be alert.