From roaming Central Park to heading to the Time Out food market in Brooklyn to see the city’s food scene reflected under one roof, catching a comedy or Broadway show, getting a train from Grand Central Terminal, visiting world-class art at the MoMa and Metropolitan Museum of Art, marvelling at the national historic landmark of the Rockefeller Centre or even spotting over 6,000 species at the Bronx Zoo. In addition to exceptional people-watching, there are aeons of things to do and see in the big apple.
Growing up on a diet of films, books, and television shows that romanticised New York meant expectations were high, but in hindsight, they were surpassed. With 8.4 million inhabitants, each chunk of New York has its own intriguing cast and characters, whether it’s the trendy hipsters of Williamsburg in Brooklyn, the overworked bankers in the Financial District or the real housewives of Madison Avenue.
Predictably, arriving in the city as a total newcomer left me champing at the bit. From the towering buildings that dwarf you to the winding fire escapes to swing on and the electric neon signs that leave you wide-eyed it is as if New York’s canvas exists solely for you to go ahead and paint it red, white and blue. The exoskeleton of the city feels as if it were a theatre set for you to make your debut appearance as its shining star. Whether it’s the apocalyptic whirr of sirens, the honking of horns from a fleet of yellow cabs, the hiss of steam pulsating from the ground or the chortle of laughter spilling out into the streets, the city’s beat bounces off skyscrapers and reverberates all around. Forget poutine and pizza as the go-to post-party snacks, puffy homemade cookies are the next late night wave.New York City has an instantly identifiable soundtrack with its cacophony of sounds. The Moroccan meatball sliders ($9) feature big balls of beef chuck, provolone cheese, tomato sauce and a spice blend that gives the dish a North African twist with a punch of nutmeg.įor something caffeinated but still boozy, the Coffee Chat ($11) comes topped with three coffee beans and contains Sobieski vodka, Kahlua, and a shot of espresso from Detour Coffee, one of Southern Ontario's top roasters.ĭepending on your priorities, however, the best part of this bar is that it offers chocolate chip cookies ($5), baked fresh in the oven and served in a plate of four. The signature Dumbo sandwich ($8) is a melty bite that tastes like a fancy grilled cheese: four-hour braised short ribs, fried onions, and housemade chipotle mayo are all tied together with medium cheddar.īasically a deconstructed salad, the Caesar stack ($7) – a fun but impractical bite for those with average-sized mouths – are giant croutons decked out with romaine, swiss cheese, bacon, and lemon. The roasted Brussel sprouts ($7) served with sriracha aioli make for a tasty veggie snack with the occasional over-salted sprout. Those seeking something less potent can always opt for drafts ($7) or tall cans ($8) of local brews like Ace Hill.įor something with a kick, The Floor Is Lava Cocktail ($11) is a standout spicy concoction of Tromba tequila, agave, lime and jalapeno. With up to five shots of liquor inside, this is definitely not your meemaw's type of tea. For a cute date night drink, share an adorable but boozy teapot ($20) of cocktails like the Photobomb, a mix of gin, prosecco, and honey.
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The menu itself is lean and full of surprises. To the back of the restaurant you'll find the open kitchen where head chef Cristian Thomas, formerly of Union Social, works the menu, and a pathway to the outdoor patio.
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Exchange your phone for a ticket stub so you can enjoy your night distraction-free while juicing the cell.ĭownstairs you'll find a photo booth where you and the crew can take a series of photos and e-mail it to yourselves in GIF-form for free: a true 21st century luxury. Located behind the bar, the little set of drawers has chargers for all types of phones. If you're a phone fidgeter, the option to 'check-in' your phone to the charging station is definitely a plus. For one, it has a no-waste policy, meaning you won't find any straws and plastics here. The provocative lighting is inspired by the moody establishments of Morocco, where owner Nick Peach – former head bartender at Soho House and audio entrepreneur – stayed during a three month surfing stint.Īside from the bar's cool late night vibes, there are a few features that set it apart from other snack bars. Taking over where Ivana Raca's former restaurant used to be, the narrow bar – washed completely in red light – sort of makes you feel like you're in a sexy photography dark room, lit by the bar's neon elephant logo. Dumbo Snack Bar is a sultry little spot in Parkdale where you can ditch the cellphone to indulge on cocktails and unique late night eats.
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