The Plaza Food Hall by Todd English
One West 58th Street Concourse Level NY (212) 986-9260

Whether you’re stealth shopping or strolling down Fifth Avenue, venture downstairs in the renowned Plaza Hotel for a gourmet adventure. This first of its kind food hall in a New York City hotel is an elegant gourmet haven offering dine-in and takeaway options from more than eight culinary stations. A stop here can turn a leisurely cup of coffee and a croissant into a daylong sojourn. Talented chef Todd English has assembled absolutely everything you’ll need for an epicurean adventure; everything from decadent chocolates and flakey baked goods to global wines, brick oven pizza made right before your eyes, and a selection of carved meat specialties. Dive into the delights of the ocean with oysters and market fresh sushi and be sure to check out the extensive cheese and charcuterie counters. Open daily.

 

The Mark Bar Madison
Avenue at 77th Street NY 10075 (212) 744-4300

 

A super-chic addition to the watering holes on the Upper East Side, The Mark Bar is a sophisticated option in the Mark Hotel, revamped under the auspices of French style maven, Jacques Grange. Perch on a stool at the curvy, stainless steel bar designed by contemporary artist Guy de Rougemont, while you cool the heels of your Louboutins and refresh with jazzy Euro-lounge jazz and sensational libations before continuing on a shopping stroll down Madison Avenue.

- Ruta Fox