Gonzales y Gonzales is a terrific Mexican restaurant. Great décor, the longest bar in NYC and occasional Mariachi bands. (B’way and Houston).
Atomic wings are a great way to sample real Buffalo-style chicken wings. Look online for their 4-5 locations.
Metropolitan Museum has been renovated recently. Go there Fri & Sat. eves to have drinks at little tables overlooking the main floor while listening to live chamber music.
Brooklyn Heights (just across the East River) has a promenade with a great view of the Manhattan skyline. Gorgeous at night.
Peter Luger’s is also in Brooklyn (best steaks in NYC, usually has a 28 out of 30 for food in Zagat’s). A so-so neighborhood, but the food is the best. Cash only, though. Grand Central Station has been refurbished and is worth a visit.
You’ll want to walk along 5th avenue from 42nd up to 59th St., where Central Park begins. Lots of elegant shops, St. Patricks’ Cathedral, etc.
Lots of nice cafes, bars, and art galleries in Greenwich Village.
Empire State observation deck is worth it if the weather’s clear. Very windy.
Top of the 6s is at 666 5th AV. Great view of the City below. Just have drinks, if you can.
Get a copy of the Village Voice when you get there, for info on music acts and clubs. Some jazz is always nice, or some blues.
Have to run. PM me if you want more info.
When was the last time you were in Williamsburg? It has become an EXTREMELY trendy town. Lots of fun.