New York - Melody's addendum


The Classics

Katz's Deli - amazing pastrami
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/katzs-delicatessen-new-york
Ess-a-Bagel - my favorite bagel in Manhattan.
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/ess-a-bagel-new-york

Asian

Xi'an Famous Foods - must try the lamb burger and hand pulled noodles
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/xian-famous-foods-new-york-3
E-Mo - super tiny hole in K-town with good and cheap Kimbap
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/e-mo-new-york#query:kimbap
Bunch - Chinese steamed buns inside Food 52 (K-town)
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/bunch-new-york

Coffee

Abraco - Probably the best coffee/espresso in the city. Try their cortado, and don't expect to sit down.
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/abraço-new-york-2

Sweets

Levain Bakery - really good cookies. take one on a walk in Central Park :)
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/levain-bakery-new-york
Macaron Cafe 
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/macaron-cafe-new-york-3
Rice to Riches - rice pudding heaven... in a cool alien spaceship bowl!
   http://www.yelp.com/biz/rice-to-riches-new-york

Shops worth the hype

Uniqlo - Almost like a high quality version of Japanese 'Gap.' Great place for basics and innovative warmth (try their heattech shirts and pants!). The midtown location is the least crowded.
   http://www.uniqlo.com/us/?ref=splash
Muji - simple and minimalist home products. best place for office supplies.
   http://www.muji.us/
Strand Bookstore - 18 miles of new, used, and rare books. really fun to browse
   http://www.strandbooks.com/index.cfm

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