3 - H & H Bagels

LAST VISIT: 4/2010 http://www.hhbagels.com/

H&H is worthy of two pictures. Their bagels are THE BEST. Seriously, for those who think there is not a difference, you are out of your mind. H&H consists of the usual NYC busy bagel joint fare: a long line of people salivating at the thought of that bagel oozing in their mouth. They are always fresh, usually you are lucky enough to get one right out of the oven. The service is FAST, FAST, FAST. You will see the line often go out the door however, you will rarely wait longer than five minutes. West coasters who think they have had a good bagel are being fooled. You have to take the flight over to NYC to H&H to experience a "real" bagel. WOWO - they are divine...have I convinced you yet?!?! :)

3 - Alice's Tea Cup

LAST VISIT: 3/2010 http://alicesteacup.com/

If you aren't a lover of scones and tea, you will be after visiting Alice's!!!!! They have a few locations in NYC and they all have different flavors (other than their regulars- Ham & Cheese, Pumpkin and Buttermilk) every day!!! Once while dining there with friends the server liked us so much he brought us a plate full of hot chocolate chip scones. They were to die for!!!!!

All of Alice's locations seem to hire a unique breed all which are all friendly. Service can sometimes be a bit slow, but tea and scones were meant for a relaxed environment - so sit back, relax and eat a buttery treat!

3 - SaraBeth's

LAST VISIT: 12/2009 http://www.sarabeth.com/restaurants.asp

Who doesn't love Sarabeth's? Um, hello - Almond-Crusted French Toast with Cranberry-Cherry Sauce?!?!?! Who does that? You cannot go wrong with Brunch at SaraBeth's. I love brunch so much I don't bother going for lunch or dinner. This is a great recommendation for any person. The wait for a table can be long, but it is well worth the wait.