Our Favorite Places
This was a frequent stop for the two of us while we were living near Columbus Circle. This is also the restaurant where John asked Brynn's parents for their permission to marry her!
Located at: 180 Columbus Avenue
Close to our venue, check out this hidden gem on the concourse level at the Plaza Hotel for many different food options and yummy desserts from bakeries all over the city.
Located at: 1 W 59th St
With our venue being steps away from Central Park, be sure to check out the living memorial to the world-famous singer/songwriter John Lennon. This tranquil section of Central Park was named after one of Lennon's favorite songs, "Strawberry Fields Forever." You are almost guaranteed to hear street performer's renditions of Beatle's classics.
Located just inside the park if you enter at 72nd St and Central Park West
Being so close to our apartment, we spend a lot of time here! In the summer they have outdoor movies on the lawn that we love to attend. Grab some food from one of the street vendors and take a seat at one of the little green tables. You'll finally feel relaxed in this crazy city! This is also where we took our engagement photos!
Located between 40th and 42nd streets, from 5th and 6th avenues
We recommend the buffalo mac and cheese and the 24 layer chocolate cake.
Located at: 2315 Broadway
The Metropolitan Museum or "the Met" for short, is the largest art museum in the United States. It carries some of the most famous pieces by Van Gogh, Monet and Degas. It would take days to see everything, but we recommend the Temple of Dendur in the Egyptian wing. It is incredible. If you don't have time to go inside the museum, you can take a picture on the steps out front and pretend you're in Gossip Girl.
Located at: 1000 5th Ave (at 82nd St.)
This market was built in the factory where the Oreo cookie was invented and produced. Shop here for local food and handmade clothing and accessories.
Located at: 75 9th Ave
Conveniently located everywhere, Lenwich is John's staple for a quick, delicious sandwich or salad. Try not to miss the Tate's Cookies bags by the register when you are checking out.
Great atmosphere and even better burgers. Yes, you will need about five napkins to help you through the experience.
Locations:
UWS - Broadway & 84th St.
Hell's Kitchen - 9th Ave & 45th St.
UES - 2nd Ave & 70th St.
We've never actually been to this place, but account for 90% of their revenue through delivery. Their pizza and penne alla vodka is delicious. If you decide to go the sit-down route, let us know how it is!
No website. I can upload a picture of the delivery guy next time he shows up.
Located at: 629 2nd Avenue