Manhattan cafe

12 of Catherine Cheng Stahl's favorite places in New York City (organized by neighborhood in Manhattan, beginning with the Upper East Side) to daydream, read, write, doodle, and get work done in NYC. Most are coffee shops, where I have written some 80% of my graduate school papers.

Whether or not you take a picture, here are the top 10 most instagram-worthy cafes in Manhattan, New York City.

The Fifth Avenue Hotel restaurant leans into its socialite roots

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Freemans Restaurant, New York City: See 722 unbiased reviews of Freemans Restaurant, rated 4.0 of 5 on Tripadvisor and ranked #508 of 8,400 restaurants in New York City.

If you’re looking for a place to stay in New York City, Chelsea is a great option. Ideally located in Midtown Manhattan, Chelsea has great parks such as the High Line, restaurants like Morimoto and shops such as the Chelsea Market!

On the Roadside features the travel photography of Jon Bilous, available as art prints and framed artwork for your home.