Most people agree that Downtown starts
at 14th street and then heads south toward Wall Street and the
South Street Seaport. This area includes the ever popular Greenwich
Village or "the village" which is home to some of the
most hip and influential restaurants, bars, and clubs throughout
the city. If you enjoy cultural variety, then a visit to Greenwich
village is a must.Additionally, Downtown also includes Soho/Tribeca
whici is also one of New York's trendiest areas. Soho is possibly
the top residential spot in Manhattan, which often reflects the
high cost of living seen there. Soho is home to many specialty
shops and museums, including, Dean & Deluca, The New Museum
of Contemporary Art, The Museum of African Art, and the Soho branch
of The Guggenheim.
Of course, there is also the wall street district that cannot
be missed. "Synonymous with financial power since
billions change hands daily on the floor of the Stock Exchange
on the corner of Wall and Broad Streets. Visitors can view the
financial frenzy from a balcony, and get insight into high finance
from videos and in teractive displays, even use terminals to check
in on your portfolio -- though jumping out the windows is discouraged.
The street gets its name from the wooden wall erected by the Dutch
burghers in 1653 to defend the colony. " Excerpt
from OnlineHighways.
Popular Restaurants: From In-NewYorkMag.com
Acappella | Northern Italian
1 Hudson St. 212-240-0163.
Traditional favorites--veal, rack of lamb, chicken, lobster, fish,
and homemade pasta--are delicioso. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat.
Layla | Mediterranean Fusion
211 W. Broadway 212-431-0700.
In a festive, exotic setting that was featured on Sex and the
City, tasty cocktails quench, Chef Frank Proto's famous prosciutto-wrapped
monkfish tantalizes...and belly dancers gyrate! Dinner Mon-Sat.
Payment: AE, DC, MC, V
Montrachet | French
239 W. Broadway 212-219-2777.
Sumptuous, special-occasion meals and superb wines have been trademarks
of Drew Nieporent's charming, revered retreat for nearly 20 years.
Lunch Fri, dinner Mon-Sat.
Payment: AE, MC, V
Nobu | Japanese-Peruvian
105 Hudson St. 212-219-0500.
Setting the gold standard of new Japanese cuisine, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa
creates magical tastes, eye-catching presentations, and gastronomic
adventures. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sun.
Payment: AE, MC, V
Pico | Portugeuse
349 Greenwich St. 212-343-0700.
Chef John Villa's signature dish--a delectable roasted suckling
pig--is divine, especially when paired with a glass of wine from
the remarkable list in this romantic eatery. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner
Mon-Sat.
Payment: AE, D, DC, MC, V
TriBakery | Bakery
186 Franklin St. 212-431-1114.
Nothing beats the aroma (or taste) of freshly baked breads and
sweets at this cozy, casual TriBeCa cafe. Breakfast, lunch Mon-Sat.
Payment: AE, D, MC, V
Tribeca Grill | American
375 Greenwich St. 212-941-3900.
The DeNiro-Nieporent collaboration that helped put Tribeca on
the map. Great food, wine list, and people-watching. Winner of
the prestigious 2002 Grand Award from Wine Spectator Magazine.
Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sun, brunch Sun.
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