'Eating NYC' Founder Alexa Mehraban's Guide To New York City

On any given day, one might find Alexa Mehraban roaming the "vibrant, limitless and inspiring" streets of New York City — usually on the hunt for the next best meal. As the founder of @EatingNYC, a food-focused guide that covers travel, fitness and luxury lifestyle, Mehraban has quickly made a name for herself, amassing more than 300 thousand followers since 2014.

Inspired by both her background as a lifestyle writer and her marketing career in the hospitality industry, Mehraban decided to turn her passion project of researching and writing about restaurants into one of the most influential digital brands in New York City. Today, she works not only with food and beverage brands, but retail designers, tourism boards and local eateries as well — she's even recently launched her first food-forward apparel line.

Although working as an influencer takes up a majority of her busy schedule, Mehraban still finds time to enjoy the city in different ways. "I've lived here my whole life but I'll never get tired of walking around and exploring the city by foot," explains Mehraban. Whether she's grabbing a cocktail at Legacy Records or exploring The Pint Shop, you won't want to miss this foodie's favorite spots around NYC:

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How long have you lived in New York City? My whole life

What neighborhood do you live in? Noho

What’s your occupation? Restaurant consultant and founder of @EatingNYC

Describe NYC in three words: Vibrant, limitless, inspiring

What’s your favorite overall NYC restaurant? L’Artusi

Best sushi: Sushi of Gari

Best Italian food: Carbone

Best dessert: Milk & Cream Cereal Bar

Best pizza: Prince Street Pizza

Best spot for a quick lunch: Taim Falafel

Best food truck: Souvlaki GR

Best spot for a romantic date: L’Artusi

Best glass of wine: Gramercy Tavern

Best Sunday brunch: Jeffrey’s Grocery

Best spot for a power business meeting: The Grill

Best cup of coffee: Ladurée

Best steak: Peter Luger Steak House

Best craft cocktail: Legacy Records

What hotel would you recommend for your out of town guests? The Crosby Street Hotel

Favorite shopping venue or boutique: Big Drop NYC

Best gym or fitness studio: Exhale

Best spa: La Prairie at The Ritz Carlton Spa

Favorite charity event or organization: UJA Federation

Favorite cultural institution: The Metropolitan Museum of Art

What’s the best museum or current exhibit in NYC? The Pint Shop

Best historic or iconic NYC landmark to see or explore: FIDI

What’s your all-time favorite spot in New York City? Central Park

The best aspect of New York City is: The people

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More city guides from notable New Yorkers:

• 'Mr Bing' Founder Brian Goldberg's Guide To NYC
• 'Big Mozz' Founder Matt Gallira's Guide to New York City
• 'Brunch Boys' Founder Jeremy Jacobowitz' Guide To New York City

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Image Credit: Alexa Mehraban