FAB!!!! This was def. a fav . . .wish as longer and maybe close ups of the graffiti and art all about on streets. That is what I miss from NY. Please cover this area more--maybe with a legend or someone born n' raised in region with gritty stories. But....is it being gentrified? Or just cleaned up?
Jon… I’ve just got to say thanks so much for not turning on the city like some other vloggers I used to watch. I’ve always known something about you was super genuine. Thanks so much for continuing to rep the city with pride.
Turning on the city? Yesterday the NYC walking Show vlogger was attacked during a live stream. Action kid has been followed, assaulted, threatened etc. Other vloggers have had people try to come up from behind and steal their phone or camera. The city turned on them .
@@peterwelby LOL. I’ve seen action kids “assaults”. I used to be a supporter. If you call those assaults, you’re way too soft to have any type of opinion on this city. HAHA. Also, the other things you mentioned happen everywhere, not just NYC LOL. I moved here from Texas 2 years ago, The Dallas/Fort Worth area specifically, and have felt 5x safer here in NY. Maybe you’re not used to metro areas? Not sure.
Just came back from my first trip to NYC, and I cannot wait to go back and explore LES and more of the city. Thanks for the Los Tacos, Unregular Pizza, and Bleeker St Pizza suggestions! They lived up to the hype, that’s for sure.
I moved from Dallas to the Lower East Side last May. I’m 63. Yes, it’s a little gritty, but I’ve really grown to love it. Went to look at a place in North Williamsburg, and I immediately missed the LES. Thanks for a great video. A few suggestions for future LES episodes: Cheeky Sandwiches, Metrograph Theater, Mel Bakery, Black Crescent bar, Essex Market, Good Thanks cafe…and so much more.
I'm French and I live in Paris and I just gotta say that I really love your videos. I discovered you about two weeks ago, I kinda dream of traveling to NYC (and living there when I grow up! 🤞🏻) and your videos make me travel and I really appreciate them so: thank you :)
Good Saturday Evening Jon I Really Appreciate Your Videos I Can Feel The Guests Special Appearances Energy When They're Around You And That's A Good Thing Take Care With Love Always Ms British Gray From Tampa Florida Blessings
So glad I found your channel! Have been hooked since. Planning a visit this Xmas. Boston then NYC. Each clip has been soo valuable. Can’t wait to watch them all. I have to watch with a notebook to write down the tips that applies to me.
This video has me craving NYC 😩 Hearing Ben say he was born in 1999… I was about to be a freshman in high school lol Great video as always! Saving this one!
Thanks for another off the beaten path tour of New York really enjoyed it. Specially enjoyed the UFP unidentified flying pancake. Priceless funny moment. Ben is great in your videos. Action kid will be missed. Good luck with future videos. Take care Bill in Fort Wayne Indiana formally from Howard Beach
My friend lives at LES *Rivington&Pitt and when I first was visiting her place the neighborhood seemed little scary & messy... but after staying whole pandemic time at this neighborhood I fell in love with LES: I could every day take long walks and discover something new every time* the best one was crossing Williamsburg bridge ♡
I like your videos. I being learning a lot about N.Y. even though I living here 12 years I come from another country. Thank you so much for your videos. Great job 👍.
I’ve been to New York before and I can see first hand you’re right there really aren’t that many alleyways. Can you make a video on where you would find the most interesting alleyways?
My Top 10 neighborhoods! 1. Greenpoint 2. Williamsburg 3. East Village 4. East Williamsburg 5. Prospect Heights 6. Lower East Side 7. Bushwick 8. Nolita 9. Fort Greene 10. Ridgewood, Queens
Hey John! I'm a big fan of your videos. Although this kind of neighborhood videos are good for tourists, individuals who are thinking about relocating to New York City would greatly benefit from a thorough video guide that covers essential details like subway connectivity, rental availability, restaurants, bars, and who the neighborhood is good for.
I'm definitely stopping by Charlies store next time I'm in the area. Looks like a great spot. Also the others all do too. But I had a starter jacket stolen 20 years ago, and I need to replace that nostalgia.
Hydrants in elevators be popular with dogs but probably not people 😂 Soho is also where one of 2 remaining great guitar stores - Rudy’s. As for shopping I usually take people there for boutiques rather than brand stores :)
Thank you for all the tips. We are planning our first trip there in July of this year. We are actually going to take my niece for her 15th bday (that’s where she chose to go) can you do a video on how we can get her name (shout out) to say Happy Birthday on a billboard in Times Square?? How can we find out anything about doing that?? Please
Would just love to see more of the hidden gem art galleries and vintage clothing. It’s just a perfect combo apart from the food of course? I’ve only been once to NYC and dream of going there again one day, your videos are like a window into my future dream plan.. Thank you!
I find myself more often than not in the East Village. But after the alley and the pool spot, you’ve given me a reason to go to the LES this weekend! Have you done any videos of Ridgewood in Queens? There’s so much DIY music stuff happening there and I’d love to see what you find.
Yoo Jon, you should do a video on Bayside Queens. I know you did a lot of videos in Flushing main street for food but I recently moved to Bayside from living in Flushing most my life and the food here is awesome and tons of cool places. What are your thoughts?
Stuff still does down in LES in broad daylight if you understand the streets. But it’s a neighborhood where you can learn to build some character and diversity.
Hi Jon...it's a toss up between Gramercy and the West Village for me, in terms of favorite 'hoods. Yes, the LES and FIDI are also fav's...tough choices but no matter where anyone wanders, they'll be sure to discover a favorite place(s) of their own. Thanks for your great videos , food venue suggestions and ideas ...Keep up your labor of love.
@@shanemcandrew2443 I like FIDI because it's right by the Battery Park City promenade and one can walk along the Hudson for miles..great biking, walking paths. FIDI is close to SouthStreet Seaport area and within walking distance to Chinatown, Little Italy and virtually anywhere one wishes to walk to, including the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn Heights etc It has proximity to many public transport stations... Also, Whole Foods and other shopping venues are right there...what's not to like ( except the cost of living)? Lol.
So my mom grew up on the LES (actually only a block from where I live now) in the 60s and 70s and literally WOULD NOT let me move to this neighborhood for the first few years I was in NYC because she knew how bad it was growing up. It's not perfect now but it's absolutely one of my top three neighborhoods in the city, even after having lived here for almost 15 years.
@@Goldenretriever-k8m it honestly is a lot of old people and families, but I like the more chill vibe. The architecture is beautiful, Central Park and Riverside Park, and all the little bakeries and stores you can find. I lived there for a summer when I was 15 and again when I was 21-22.
Love the orange toque (as we call it in Canada). SO why the green one in the thumnail? I am guessing you got gifted a two pack? Anyways, another great video!
I enjoy watching your videos You are definitely a messy marvin when you eat And you DEFINITELY married up! Kepp the videos coming and enjoy the weekend
That's LES in a nutshell. That being said, there are parts of the LES considered to be in both Chinatown and Two Bridges. That is where I would get my cheap eats on. Once I turn 21, that mouse bar will be calling my name
I‘ll be visiting New York this summer and I‘m already having tears of joy. It’s been a dream of mine for so many years so yeah.. I‘m looking forward to it!!!! Do you have any recommendations what you can do?
Thanks for your great videos! I was looking for Restaurants pets friendly . Do you have any video abou it? Or about secrets parking in Manhattan? 🤩🤩🤩🤩🙂
My favorite in the LES: Kissaki. First omakase experience (don't ask me how much it costs, though). Though honestly, I would love to see that pancake throwing! 🤣🤣🤣
Yes back in the 80s it was a really bad area. You are almost at the magical 250K subscriber level. Favorite neighborhoods Murray Hill Riverdale Thumbs up
Yes, and in the 70's too. I hardly ever ventured into the East Village back then but had friends who lived there because the rent was co cheap. And Alphabet City was the area where people went to score drugs.
Hi man, can you make an update soon if the situation in NYC with crimes and homeless is getting better/worse? Or could you recommend some reliable source?
Honestly most sources just want to overexaggerate the crime/homeless situation... If it was so bad that we couldn't walk the streets safely I'd definitely make an update.
I grew up on Allen Street and back in 87 there was a decline in quality of life since drugs were everywhere and prostitution was right on the block but boy how things have changed!
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FAB!!!! This was def. a fav . . .wish as longer and maybe close ups of the graffiti and art all about on streets. That is what I miss from NY. Please cover this area more--maybe with a legend or someone born n' raised in region with gritty stories. But....is it being gentrified? Or just cleaned up?
Any section of Manhattan near the Museum Mile. I guess it would be the Upper East Side.
Do you have to show papers saying your vaxs in restaurant and shops?
Used to hang out there in the mid 80s. Am 60 now , but still has that vibe.. forever changing with the times.. thanks for the video. All the best
Can we appreciate just how well this video was done. Love all your videos, keep up the great content.
That underground cookie spot looked so cool
Yah we didn't even plan it. Just saw it and followed the happy hour sign.
Jon… I’ve just got to say thanks so much for not turning on the city like some other vloggers I used to watch. I’ve always known something about you was super genuine. Thanks so much for continuing to rep the city with pride.
Turning on the city? Yesterday the NYC walking Show vlogger was attacked during a live stream. Action kid has been followed, assaulted, threatened etc. Other vloggers have had people try to come up from behind and steal their phone or camera. The city turned on them .
@@peterwelby LOL. I’ve seen action kids “assaults”. I used to be a supporter. If you call those assaults, you’re way too soft to have any type of opinion on this city. HAHA. Also, the other things you mentioned happen everywhere, not just NYC LOL. I moved here from Texas 2 years ago, The Dallas/Fort Worth area specifically, and have felt 5x safer here in NY. Maybe you’re not used to metro areas? Not sure.
Just came back from my first trip to NYC, and I cannot wait to go back and explore LES and more of the city.
Thanks for the Los Tacos, Unregular Pizza, and Bleeker St Pizza suggestions! They lived up to the hype, that’s for sure.
I moved from Dallas to the Lower East Side last May. I’m 63. Yes, it’s a little gritty, but I’ve really grown to love it. Went to look at a place in North Williamsburg, and I immediately missed the LES. Thanks for a great video. A few suggestions for future LES episodes: Cheeky Sandwiches, Metrograph Theater, Mel Bakery, Black Crescent bar, Essex Market, Good Thanks cafe…and so much more.
why did you move to nyc from dallas at 63??
@Panda Power: because I love the city, and all the stars finally aligned.
My annual NYC trip is next week, this comes at the perfect time!
My Top neighborhoods
10. Park Slope (Brooklyn)
9. Ridgewood (Queens)
8. Fordham (Bronx)
7. Astoria (Queens)
6. Harlem (Manhattan)
5. Flushing (Queens)
4. Bay Ridge (Brooklyn)
3. Woodside (Queens)
2. Jackson Heights (Queens)
1. Forest Hills (Queens)
I'm French and I live in Paris and I just gotta say that I really love your videos. I discovered you about two weeks ago, I kinda dream of traveling to NYC (and living there when I grow up! 🤞🏻) and your videos make me travel and I really appreciate them so: thank you :)
I'm sure there are some New Yorkers who dream of living in Paris@Sohel
@@jessedylan6162 yes exactly haha
Good Saturday Evening Jon
I Really Appreciate Your Videos
I Can Feel The Guests Special Appearances Energy When They're Around You And That's A Good Thing
Take Care With Love Always Ms British Gray From Tampa Florida Blessings
I wish your vids were longer. Could even just watch you going to diff restaurants. Anything. Big love from the UK
👍🏻🤗😍👍🏻 really love all the places you showed us. The art/pool place is pretty interesting! Thanks John and camera man. 😘
So glad I found your channel! Have been hooked since. Planning a visit this Xmas. Boston then NYC. Each clip has been soo valuable. Can’t wait to watch them all. I have to watch with a notebook to write down the tips that applies to me.
Visiting NYC on Sunday and this channel has helped me immensely. Thank you so much.
You're very welcome.
Make sure u got the strap wit u.
It's a far cry from when my grandmother first emigrated from Slovakia and worked in a sweatshop in the LES in the 1910s.
Thats actually a super nice natural orange wine you are drinking. Nice! Greetings from a viewer from Amsterdam
Great videos thanks for sharing. Greetings from Bali
Those old school sports fashion looked so good. Great video!
This video has me craving NYC 😩
Hearing Ben say he was born in 1999… I was about to be a freshman in high school lol
Great video as always! Saving this one!
Love NYC so many cool spots you never know to go too until now my favorite neighborhood is Brooklyn Baby
Thanks for another off the beaten path tour of New York really enjoyed it. Specially enjoyed the UFP unidentified flying pancake. Priceless funny moment. Ben is great in your videos. Action kid will be missed. Good luck with future videos. Take care
Bill in Fort Wayne Indiana formally from Howard Beach
My friend lives at LES *Rivington&Pitt and when I first was visiting her place the neighborhood seemed little scary & messy... but after staying whole pandemic time at this neighborhood I fell in love with LES: I could every day take long walks and discover something new every time* the best one was crossing Williamsburg bridge ♡
I like your videos. I being learning a lot about N.Y. even though I living here 12 years I come from another country. Thank you so much for your videos. Great job 👍.
This is my hood!! I love living in the LES. It’s so diverse!! Great job!!!
This was a great take on a familiar subject with lots of new content. Thanks from UK. Subbed.
Simply NYC ! ! - Wonderful! !
The content is awesome, love this channel
I’ve been to New York before and I can see first hand you’re right there really aren’t that many alleyways. Can you make a video on where you would find the most interesting alleyways?
Thanks Jon, great video.
I think my my favorite neighborhood might be the east village. Great vibe.
My Top 10 neighborhoods!
1. Greenpoint
2. Williamsburg
3. East Village
4. East Williamsburg
5. Prospect Heights
6. Lower East Side
7. Bushwick
8. Nolita
9. Fort Greene
10. Ridgewood, Queens
I mean yeah if people have 3,700 for a 2 bedroom apartment.
I wasn’t talking about living there. More neighborhoods to visit and explore.
I enjoyed this a lot :)
That meatball looked amazing! Be cool to see Lady A's art up on that guys wall.
Trapizzino looks great!
and you can't miss you with that neon orange hat.
Enjoyed the bright orange Riker's hat.
Great stuff really enjoyed this, especially the added parts from the owners. Supporting small businesses too 👍
I’m a sucker for NYC street art
Hey John! I'm a big fan of your videos. Although this kind of neighborhood videos are good for tourists, individuals who are thinking about relocating to New York City would greatly benefit from a thorough video guide that covers essential details like subway connectivity, rental availability, restaurants, bars, and who the neighborhood is good for.
Awesome I will try to check out those places
Can’t wait to get there 45 days and counting
Look at you. Grown from someone who used to make 1 dollar pizza video with your Dutch friend to here now. Way to go John.
Jon & MLB Vintage Jackets - name a better duo ⚾
haha that's more your style. But I want to go back and buy a jersey.
I can't wait to be back in NYC at somepoint this year Jon !
Followed your guide for ny on my trip best recommendations
A cookie happy hour sounds amazing! -S
OMG that looks so good
I'm definitely stopping by Charlies store next time I'm in the area. Looks like a great spot. Also the others all do too.
But I had a starter jacket stolen 20 years ago, and I need to replace that nostalgia.
From Fifth to Lexington.
Between East 60th to East 96th Streets. NO WHERE ELSE!
WE DON'T GO SLUMMING.
That's my hood! But never tried these places. Now I'll have to.
Trapizzino is sincerely worth it. The price to quality ratio is super high for Manhattan
John x Ben 👏👏👏💥💯💯💯 Great Vlog!!!!
You got me at Gooey! Nice informative video.
Haven’t visited the LES for a few years. Definitely have to check it out next time.
Sour Mouse looks cool, thanks for sharing.
NYC food will ALWAYS have my heart and tastebuds!!
Hydrants in elevators be popular with dogs but probably not people 😂 Soho is also where one of 2 remaining great guitar stores - Rudy’s. As for shopping I usually take people there for boutiques rather than brand stores :)
Thank you for all the tips. We are planning our first trip there in July of this year. We are actually going to take my niece for her 15th bday (that’s where she chose to go) can you do a video on how we can get her name (shout out) to say Happy Birthday on a billboard in Times Square?? How can we find out anything about doing that?? Please
Would just love to see more of the hidden gem art galleries and vintage clothing. It’s just a perfect combo apart from the food of course? I’ve only been once to NYC and dream of going there again one day, your videos are like a window into my future dream plan.. Thank you!
I'm not even much of a sports fan, but I would love to check out that jersey store someday. There seems to be so much of the city to explore!
Those $3 cookies have given me cravings
Haha
I find myself more often than not in the East Village. But after the alley and the pool spot, you’ve given me a reason to go to the LES this weekend!
Have you done any videos of Ridgewood in Queens? There’s so much DIY music stuff happening there and I’d love to see what you find.
Never covered Ridgewood TBH.
Yoo Jon, you should do a video on Bayside Queens. I know you did a lot of videos in Flushing main street for food but I recently moved to Bayside from living in Flushing most my life and the food here is awesome and tons of cool places. What are your thoughts?
On my radar
food in bayside sucks bro. overpriced average shit. there's not even a really good pizza place left - someone who has lived in bayside for 30 years
@@ianischill even the Korean food ain't that great and is overpriced
fashion sense... improved big time. Kudos. (side note, how in the world are you not at 1m+ followers yet?!, I dont understand youtube)
Stuff still does down in LES in broad daylight if you understand the streets. But it’s a neighborhood where you can learn to build some character and diversity.
13 days until my visit with my son. His first visit and my 7th but first since covid!
Jon, you should make a video on going to a Yankee game
Hi Jon...it's a toss up between Gramercy and the West Village for me, in terms of favorite 'hoods. Yes, the LES and FIDI are also fav's...tough choices but no matter where anyone wanders, they'll be sure to discover a favorite place(s) of their own. Thanks for your great videos , food venue suggestions and ideas ...Keep up your labor of love.
what do you like about FiDi? it was always dead after 5pm when i lived on chambers,
@@shanemcandrew2443 I like FIDI because it's right by the Battery Park City promenade and one can walk along the Hudson for miles..great biking, walking paths. FIDI is close to SouthStreet Seaport area and within walking distance to Chinatown, Little Italy and virtually anywhere one wishes to walk to, including the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn Heights etc It has proximity to many public transport stations... Also, Whole Foods and other shopping venues are right there...what's not to like ( except the cost of living)? Lol.
Can you do an update to your rooftop bars ? maybe more low key hidden gem type ones ?
Not a bad idea.
So my mom grew up on the LES (actually only a block from where I live now) in the 60s and 70s and literally WOULD NOT let me move to this neighborhood for the first few years I was in NYC because she knew how bad it was growing up. It's not perfect now but it's absolutely one of my top three neighborhoods in the city, even after having lived here for almost 15 years.
LES is nothing like it was in the 70s and 80s
what are your other top two?
@@Goldenretriever-k8m The West Village and the Upper West Side!
@@DanielleDoherty i just moved to the UWS and I like it but it feels like mostly older people and rich families so far
@@Goldenretriever-k8m it honestly is a lot of old people and families, but I like the more chill vibe. The architecture is beautiful, Central Park and Riverside Park, and all the little bakeries and stores you can find. I lived there for a summer when I was 15 and again when I was 21-22.
Love those art posters.
Lower East side ❤️
Love the orange toque (as we call it in Canada). SO why the green one in the thumnail? I am guessing you got gifted a two pack? Anyways, another great video!
I enjoy watching your videos
You are definitely a messy marvin when you eat
And you DEFINITELY married up!
Kepp the videos coming and enjoy the weekend
Haha, blame my mom for the messy eating.
That's LES in a nutshell. That being said, there are parts of the LES considered to be in both Chinatown and Two Bridges. That is where I would get my cheap eats on. Once I turn 21, that mouse bar will be calling my name
Thanks Ian!
I‘ll be visiting New York this summer and I‘m already having tears of joy. It’s been a dream of mine for so many years so yeah.. I‘m looking forward to it!!!! Do you have any recommendations what you can do?
Thanks for your great videos! I was looking for Restaurants pets friendly . Do you have any video abou it? Or about secrets parking in Manhattan? 🤩🤩🤩🤩🙂
Hey man, can you do a video of healthy places to eat? Such as Paleo places etc. thanks!
My favorite in the LES: Kissaki. First omakase experience (don't ask me how much it costs, though). Though honestly, I would love to see that pancake throwing! 🤣🤣🤣
I like the LES, but the best neighborhood is Greenpoint, Brooklyn . Great restaurants and bars, and more of a neighborhood feel.
My daughter lives on E4 St... I find the area very hip but it's so freaking dirty ( more than most other areas of city). Drives me crazy
Sure is
The best districts that NYC has to offer are the non tourist variety!
So 😎
Messy, Tasty, Artsy = LES
hahaha good one.
Asap I have to take a walk up to some of these places and hope they are not overrun by hordes of other followers.
Yes back in the 80s it was a really bad area. You are almost at the magical 250K subscriber level.
Favorite neighborhoods Murray Hill Riverdale Thumbs up
Yes, and in the 70's too. I hardly ever ventured into the East Village back then but had friends who lived there because the rent was co cheap. And Alphabet City was the area where people went to score drugs.
Thanks so much
I miss Ludlow Cafe!
Hi man, can you make an update soon if the situation in NYC with crimes and homeless is getting better/worse? Or could you recommend some reliable source?
Honestly most sources just want to overexaggerate the crime/homeless situation... If it was so bad that we couldn't walk the streets safely I'd definitely make an update.
@@HereBeBarr great, Im coming for a solo trip first time to US and last informations scared me quiet a lot but I will trust of what youre saying.
I need to go to ny
Can you imagine actually going clubbing on a night out in New York probably cost like over $1000
If you buy bottles sure.
what about Georgian (east european country) cuisine? please make some vlog about it 😊
Gotta go to deep Brooklyn. There is a place on 14th in Manhattan that is good too
Wow Ben born in ‘99! Now I feel old 👴
He makes me feel old daily.
My daughter was born in 99. I could be Ben’s mom.
Darlingg, it's just too riff faff.
We don't leave the Upper East Side.
🙏🏽
Ben is so young. How did you two meet??
Vince Carter #15...Warlock on Marz
I grew up on Allen Street and back in 87 there was a decline in quality of life since drugs were everywhere and prostitution was right on the block but boy how things have changed!
Now, you have to be a millionaire to afford some apartments along Allen St.@Wally G
@@jessedylan6162 pretty much!
Hey there, Is it safe to book a hotel on the bowery street? thank you in advance :)
I Like NY .
The guy is a Mets fan, John.