Krista's Guidebook
Food scene
Silvana
300 W 116th StGreat local artists doing live music every night.
Amy Ruth's
113 W 116th StSome of the best soul food I’ve had in the city!
Sylvia's Restaurant
328 Malcolm X BlvdDelicious and authentic southern!
My favorite place to grab some coffee and the BEST croissants and gluten free banana bread!
12 locals recommend
Caféine
2124 Frederick Douglass BlvdMy favorite place to grab some coffee and the BEST croissants and gluten free banana bread!
Bean & Barley
2118 Frederick Douglass BlvdCoffee by day, drinks by night - a local hangout place that meets all your needs!
Great local spot with Tuesday karaoke and Wednesday game night! Excellent drinks and a fun atmosphere.
84 locals recommend
Mess Hall
2194 Frederick Douglass BlvdGreat local spot with Tuesday karaoke and Wednesday game night! Excellent drinks and a fun atmosphere.
The BEST COOKIES I have ever eaten! An absolute must if you have a sweet tooth like me.
197 locals recommend
Levain Bakery - Harlem
2167 Frederick Douglass BlvdThe BEST COOKIES I have ever eaten! An absolute must if you have a sweet tooth like me.
Sightseeing
I go here every day. A great, family oriented park with some beautiful sights!
105 locals recommend
Morningside Park
Morningside DriveI go here every day. A great, family oriented park with some beautiful sights!
I live close to three citi bike stations - my favorite being the one right outside Central Park on 110th and Adam Clayton Powell. Download the app and ride your bike through the park! (Cheaper than renting bikes inside of the park)
277 locals recommend
Citi Bike
I live close to three citi bike stations - my favorite being the one right outside Central Park on 110th and Adam Clayton Powell. Download the app and ride your bike through the park! (Cheaper than renting bikes inside of the park)
For only a $3 ferry ride (which is enjoyable in itself!), you can visit one of the most unique places in New York. Full of history, beautiful scenery and gorgeous architecture, this is a fun sightseeing spot to visit!
249 locals recommend
Governors Island
For only a $3 ferry ride (which is enjoyable in itself!), you can visit one of the most unique places in New York. Full of history, beautiful scenery and gorgeous architecture, this is a fun sightseeing spot to visit!
Traveler advice
Getting around
Citimapper
The app "citimapper" was (and still is) my best friend with navigating the city. It's a great app that helps you get anywhere using the subways, uber, walking or biking. It will tell you if any subways are delayed, tips on which area of the train to sit in, and even tell you how many calories you'll burn off in your walking! :)
Customs and culture
Subway Etiquette
Always let passengers off the subway before entering :)
What to pack
Bring comfortable walking shoes
Lots of stairs and walking in this beautiful city, so be sure to bring something comfy to walk around in! :)