Baba Cool is an all-day cafe in Fort Greene that’s an ideal lunch option for vegetarians.

Summit Diner is a classic rail car-style diner where you’ll find one of the best Taylor Ham and eggs in New Jersey, or anywhere.

Martha’s Country Bakery is an all-day spot in Williamsburg with lots of seating and a huge variety of desserts.

Dominique Ansel Kitchen is a West Village cafe that serves some of the best baked goods in the city.

Little House Cafe is a little bakery in Elmhurst that also has an extensive menu with some very good Malaysian food.

Paloma at Hotel Hendricks serves Central and South American food in an attractive space near Bryant Park.

If you want to eat delicious almond croissants and cookies on the UES, head to Orwasher's.

Sable’s is the Upper East Side’s best appetizing shop.

Yafa Cafe is a Yemeni coffee shop in Sunset Park where you can hang out, get some work done, and eat a great fried chicken sandwich.

East Harbor Seafood Palace is our favorite dim sum spot in Sunset Park. Bring a group, and anticipate a wait.

Seven Seeds is an all-day Mediterranean spot inside The Williamsburg Hotel.

Life Pancake Company is a diner in Jersey City where you should eat giant stacks of pancakes on weekend mornings.

Wonder Bagels serves very good bagels at five locations around Jersey City.

Parlay is a coffee shop in Sunset Park with beer, wine, and a full menu of things like a fried chicken sandwich and some extremely good curry.

Landmark Diner is a time capsule in Soho that you should rely on for cheap eggs and pancakes.

Jimmy’s Diner is a casual diner in Williamsburg that’s great for breakfast or brunch when you’re hungover.