Went to The Armory in NYC for Nike Nationals and overall the experience was amazing. Watching these…read moreyoung athletes compete at such a high level was really impressive. One of the best parts of the event was how they introduced the elite runners. They turned the lights off in the arena, announced each athlete individually, and they ran out onto the track with sparks shooting up. That whole presentation was fire and really made the moment feel special for the athletes and the crowd. The atmosphere was great and you could feel the excitement in the building. My only complaint is about some of the staff (not all). I had been sitting in a section for over four hours after being told by one worker that it was fine to sit there. Later on, a few other workers came over and told me I had to move. It wasn't even the request that bothered me--it was the way it was delivered. When you're dealing with adults, especially paying guests who've been there for hours, it's all about how you communicate. At one point it felt like they were all teaming up like Voltron instead of just getting a supervisor to clear things up. Situations like that can easily be avoided with better customer service and communication. Needless to say I didn't go anywhere until my daughter ran off the principal. Aside from that situation, the event itself was great. The competition, the energy in the building, and the way they highlight the elite athletes made it a really memorable experience.

Attended Nike Indoor Nationals, and the track and viewing experience from our purchased seats was…read moregreat! The warmup area is way too small, so from the athlete's perspective, that made it very hard to prepare for the race. I ended up running laps outside with my athlete to get her warmed up, which many others were doing, so even that was hard. I get space is limited in NYC, but with 3 floors, they could have done a better job providing space for the athletes to prepare for their race. My runner lived the track itself, it was a great track.

When it comes to ballparks, Yankees stadium is beautiful. Is it better than Camden Yards...NO!! But…read moreI'm from Baltimore so I might be a little bias lol. To be honest I was there for a game. I was here for Jay Z!! The park has a few great food vendors and actually reasonably priced meal deals. The price and quality of the food was probably the most pleasant surprise. If you're a baseball fan I think it's a ballpark that's a must visit.

As a lifelong Yankee fan waiting YEARS to see the new digs, I was shocked and appalled how hard it…read morewas to literally just *gain entry* to the stadium. this is a multibillion-dollar organization and they can't figure out how to move fans through? just appalling really. nobody knew which gate we should go to despite having higher-tier seats. once finally inside, the place markings were a joke--"guest services" was a rando area that was NOT MARKED BY ANY SIGNS. guys, you need to do better with all of this. the food was okay and of course pricey, and some of the folks were nice enough. but everything was overpriced and, for example, we had to decide if waiting on a huge line to see Monument Park was worth it. we decided it wasn't, despite paying top dollar for it. we were in the upper deck and had a great view of the game, but for real. with all the cash sloshing around that place you'd think they would figure things out better. come on. my Yanks clobbered the White Sox, but parts of our experience were far less fun.

Queens, NY (Flushing Meadows-Corona Park) - watching the Mets can be an exercise in masochism (or…read moreso I'm told), but as a non-sportsball person who has the charm of often being on the side of winning teams and cities where I attend the occasional game, the way how some lucky sumofabitch who's never stepped foot inside a casino hits the jackpot on the first try, I was thrilled to witness the Mets triumph over the Atlanta Braves on 7/9/26. This is not the first time I've been to Citi Field but it's been several years. And the first thing I noticed - as a wandering foodie who uses boring innings as an opportunity to hunt down the best eats - was that the concession game has leveled up considerably. In addition to typical stadium fare such as Italian sausage and chicken tenders with fries, you've got more premium vendors like Pat LaFrieda, Fuku, Seoul Bird, Pig Beach BBQ, Chef Kwame's Patty Palace (that's chef Kwame Onwuachi, whose hot Lincoln Center property Tatiana is *still* an impossible reservation to snag), and of course, the ubiquitous Shake Shack. I came on a company outing, and was pleased to discover that the food & beverage credit loaded onto our accounts was easy to use, and simply required scanning the ticket barcode on the MLB app. It's a beautiful park with good sightlines, and fun to walk around the concourse browsing shops and official Mets merch, and if you're me, food sampling your way around the stadium. I can't speak to the parking experience since I took public transit, but Citi Field is conveniently located right by the Mets-Willets Point stop on the 7 train or by LIRR (a quick trip from Penn Station). To avoid crowds, long lines, and jammed trains, I recommend playing hooky to catch a weekday game for the most pleasant and relaxed experience. Bottom line: this is a great outing with friends, family, or out-of-town visitors. You don't need to know what RBI stands for to enjoy this time-honored American tradition of watching grown men chase a ball, belting your heart out during the seventh inning stretch, and drinking overpriced concession stand beers.

Such an afternoon treat, came for the Mets and Red Socks game but I was really there for the food…read more Some of the eats we had didn't make it to photos, they were just TOO delicious. Definitely go for the pastrami sandwich, it was insanely good. That's also where you'll find the pickle spritz. Devoured a bag of zeppoles while they were warm and sugary 10/10! The sausage and peppers was a lot of bread so the ratio of bread to sausage was slightly off. A frozen strawberry lemonade ice was perfect on a sunny summer day. This is what summer time is all about.

It wouldn't be a birthday month without a concert. And MSG is great for a summer concert because of…read morethe A/C. But while everyone else was seeing Benson Boone and Jay Z, my mom took me to see Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind and Fire. A time was had. My mom had a great time! I felt like things were orderly and the show was fabulous. The concert when on til almost 1030. A time was had. People were dancing in the aisles in the way out. I will always love MSG. History gets made here. I'm grateful to be part of it.

my favorite concert venue! have been lucky enough to frequent this iconic arena for the last 5…read moreyears. i have seen harry styles, louis tomlinson, niall horan, 5 seconds of summer (my music taste is clear), laufey, tate mcrae, txt, keshi, lady gaga, the 1975, john mayer, eric clapton, and a rangers game and the below hold true for all of my experiences here. i've sat on the floor, in the 100s, in the 200s, and in a few suites. every seat genuinely had a great view. very different from a stadium experience. food - expensive but good! huge variety as well. note if you buy a bottled drink they are required to take the cap off (but you can ask for it in a cup with a lid) transport - extremely well connected and easy to take public transport to/from. entrance - quick to go through security. i've seen other smaller venues take far longer so very impressed here. merch - many stands scattered throughout the floors. they move quick and the staff is efficient. suites - extremely clean and professionally staffed. stocked with food (favorites are the cereal breaded chicken tenders and cheeseburgers) my only gripe is that guest services is not very helpful.

This place was fire! I came here for a friends birthday today and our group had a blast! The laser…read moretag arena was truly top notch with amazing realistic laser guns that could shoot long range. The arena layout was very creative and fun. It lasted about an hour and they make you play a few different games that keep everything interesting. The owner and his nephew were extremely nice and helpful. After laser tag, we had a chance to enjoy the 7D motion theater (can fit up to 8 people at a time) which was also a blast. Outside of laser tag and the theater, they have multiple VR game sets there with different games for you to play. I am already itching to return to this establishment again.

This place was awesome! So much fun!! Definitely coming back here and will tell others about it!…read moreMuch bigger inside than I expected and a great setup along with great quality laser guns and gear.

I came here for a game night with a Meet Up group. The spot is cute, a bit divey, but they have a…read moregood assortment of alcohol and enough space to host group events. They have a happy hour until 9pm. Dwanna (bartender) makes a great rum punch (I had two) and was able to recommend a vegan/vegetarian friendly meal. The service was great from start to finish.

So fun! This place has a low key vibe, with good food and hospitable staff. Open mic is a great…read moretime to go and hear some dope voices. The drinks are good and not watered down.

The Maysles Documentary Center is a Harlem-based non-profit that not only screens films at its…read moreMaysles Cinema here, but also provides awesome programs for the community. Founded by Albert Maysles, the late extraordinary filmmaker (e.g., Grey Gardens, Gimme Shelter, Salemen, Iris, films of Christo and Jeane-Claude's art projects) the Center is a rare gem uptown providing both a great venue to see an incredible selection of films uptown and resources for underrepresented voices. First, Maysles Cinema's eclectic film calendar includes U.S. and international documentaries and select narratives, recent and from the last century, that sharply contrast with mainstream fare and provide thought-provoking Points of View. You'll also find there screenings for different film festivals. As matter of fact, I just watched a fantastic doc part of the ReelAbilities Film Festival. If you're a cinephile or just interested in a change of pace, Maysles Cinema is worth checking out and, if you don't live in the neighborhood, making the trip uptown! Second, Maysles Documentary Center presently organizes several free programs that provide training, resources, and experience to teen and young adult aspiring filmmakers. What an amazing mission! Kudos, MDC!

Did somebody say steak au poivre? All I can say is, I was blown away by the food, the drinks, the…read moreentertainment, the friendly staff, the cool decor, the Harlem experience.. what a great venue!

I came to the Shrine World Music Venue with a few friends after a Friday evening at a cigar lounge…read more I had no expectations and had walked by the Shrine several times not knowing what was there along Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard. Unless you know about it, you can easily walk by, given it blends into the general Harlem cityscape, especially during the day. Then at night, especially during the afterhours when I was there, the scene flips and this place becomes turnt up! People were lined up trying to get inside at 0130. The bouncers were searching and patting people down, nothing absurd or overly intrusive. There is a cover charge and they take credit cards for the cover. As you walk inside, the bar in on your right. Keep going and the dancefloor awaits you. It's not that large, but people are generally very courteous. There are a few places to sit, especially in the back in the left corner. That is also where the steps lead you downstairs, presumably to the restroom, which I did not have to use. The vibe is poppin' inside and it is fed by the DJ on a stage in the back, playing Worldbeats, Afropop, Afrobeats, Reggae, Dance Hall, and Soca. They are setup for live bands here. The volume is high, but not uncomfortably or earsplittingly high. The people here are drawn to this vibe and energy. You can dance here all night and the air conditioning and ventilation are of the capacity to keep you and everyone else comfortable. Stick around until closing time at 0400 when everyone starts walking out and the AC nearly turns the Shrine into a refrigerator. For an unassuming place on the outside, it is clear this is a place you can come to with friends or a date if this is your vibe and it's hard to imagine anyone not enjoying this. Prices are reasonable too at the bar. They have a good selection of draught and bottled beer. Guinness on tap was $9 for a pint. They serve up the cocktails too. Four fun and returnworthy stars!

My first taste of NYC brought me to Barnard for my internship. What a great place to obtain skills…read morein my field of study! Barnard is situated across from Columbia and both campuses look like a shrine to academia. You can physicaly see the ivy growing up the sides of the walls, and you feel like you are automatically smarter for being physically present here. The faculty and staff were so helpful in developing my skills. I was here about 16 years ago and although I lived in NYC for a good chunk of my adult life, I no longer live in the city. But I sure make a point of walking through the campus to feel the nostalgia. (And then over to St. John the Divine to watch the peacocks, perhaps as I eat some pastries from the Hungarian pastry shop.) Thank you for being an essential part of my career, Barnard. I loved the doors you opened, and the path you created for me to my career in NYC!

Great university with clean facilities and accommodations. I came here for a film screening of…read moreCargo (feature film raising awareness on sex trafficking) & everyone here was so nice in helping with the preparations and getting us settled. It also shows that this is a university that believes in, and supports, worthy causes. Location is very convenient & safe, just steps away from the subway station & many local eateries. Two thumbs wayyy up for any leading university that offers all of this!

Part of the best facility in the CUNY system that has its own cafe shop on the first floor. 24hr…read moreEntry is allowed only for authorizes personnel. Security guard at entrance to ensure that no stragglers are allowed in. As part of the graduate center, PhD students often do their rotation here or the CDI building next door.