Things to Do in NYC From Gilded Gates to Queens Burritos

4.7 (82)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 23:00

Fifth Ave & 105th St, New York, NY 10029

Salvaged from the demolished Vanderbilt mansion, these gilded cast-iron gates now frame Central Park's Conservatory Garden at Fifth Avenue and 105th Street. Architect George Post designed the ironwork and craftspeople made it in France. Fountains wait inside the garden.

3.8 (154)

Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 20:30

60-02 Main St

Bubble tea is the draw at this Flushing counter on Main St, where regulars praise the boba pearls. Slushies, sushi rolls and Asian snacks fill out the menu, prices stay inexpensive, and staff are generally friendly.

4.1 (112)

Tue – Sun, 12:00 – 21:30

110-15 101st Ave

Caribbean-style chicken fried rice in generous portions is the order at Friend Restaurant on 101st Ave in Queens, and customers praise its flavor. Takeout containers can leak in transit. Hours run 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM Tuesday through Sunday.

4.2 (137)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:10 – 22:15; Fri, 11:10 – 23:00; Sat, 11:10 – 22:45

118-19 Metropolitan Ave

Hefty burritos, tacos and straightforward Tex-Mex classics come out of this pint-sized Queens counter on Metropolitan Ave. Meals are value-driven with satisfying portions, and patrons regularly praise the customer service. Friday hours run until 11:00 PM.