Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SoHo
Travel Essentials:
SoHo is known for its eclectic shopping, art galleries, and restaurants. The cobblestone
streets offer landmark cast iron buildings, which hold some of the most unique shopping in
the world. Whether looking for local boutiques, chain retail stores, or high-end items, SoHo
has every shop you could want. Wander through popular ethnic areas such as Chinatown or
Little Italy to get a true taste of authentic cuisine.
Experience Essentials:
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Grab a cannoli in Little Italy
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Walk through Chinatown and haggle for goods (Insider's Tip: Do NOT walk
through the Fish Market in the summer. You will regret it)
Where to Eat:
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La Mela
-One of the best Italian restaurants in Little Italy. Be sure to
look
at
the
celebrities
wall
to
see
all
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Balthazar's
-Traditional bistro fare style restaurant, and one of the best
breakfasts in New York City (
http://www.balthazarny.com/
)
,
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Mercer Kitchen
(
http://www.themercerkitchen.com
) A celebrity favor-
ite, this restaurant offers relaxed seating and upscale dining
Where to Drink and Party:
SoHo is also known for its nightlife, which ranges from wine bars to swanky upscale lounge.
•
$$-Canal Room
-If you're looking to dance the night away, the Canal
Room is a good place to go and mingle
www.canalroom.com
