Nestled somewhere between the Chrysler building and Gramercy Park, this nondescript stretch of Manhattan is often overlooked. Once ranked as America’s bro-iest neighborhood (seriously), there’s actually much to love in Murray Hill/Kips Bay. And for those who explore it, little pops of character and hidden gems might just take you by surprise.
A modern twist on Mexican street food in a vibrantly designed taqueria
Beautiful rooftop oasis with some seriously good drinks
While not a destination for its interior design, Kalustyan's will blow you away with it's wall-to-wall selection of hard-to-find spices and ingredients. From Asian to Indian to Middle Eastern to African— ethnic restaurants around the country order their spices from here. If your local grocery store is giving you blank stares when you ask them for sumac, it's time to try Kalustyan's.
