An authentic Northern Vietnamese dining experience. They do take walk-ins, but it helps to have a reservation, and make sure to try the mắm tôm!

Some of the best pasta (and wine and bread) in all of New York City and it still manages to maintain neighborhood charm. If you go, make sure to order the award-winning, light-as-a-cloud panna cotta for dessert -- even if you don't normally like panna cotta!

Shockingly, Meagan had never been. If you haven't, you too are missing out. NYC's Koreatown is small but mighty. Stroll over to 32nd street off Broadway and you're sure to find something tasty.

Another early date spot for us and an art museum just a wonderful as any of the other more famous ones in Manhattan!

A recurring date spot for us and a wonderful place for all ages to enjoy!

A delightful, kid-friendly, interactive museum full of vintage trains -- another lesser-known gem, and located in downtown Brooklyn near many hotels!

Our third date started with brunch in Greenpoint and just kept going from there until Meagan's dinner plans with friends forced it to end. We spent the afternoon popping into local favorites. Here are some recommended spots to check out!

- Dobbin Street Vintage

- Dashi Okume Japanese Grocery & Gallery

- Feng Sway Thrift & Home Goods

- Burson & Reynolds

- Lockwood

- Alter Clothing Store Boutique

- Big Night Kitchen, Dining, and Home Goods Store

- Peter Pan Donuts

- Radio Bakery

- đi ăn đi Vietnamese

- Nura Mediterranean

- Paulie Gees Pizza

- Talea Beer Co.

- Threes Brewing