Six Things Not to Miss in New York This Month
- The Sporting Life: Those of us who love watching sports and enjoying a good meal or drink are in luck this month, with so many sporting events taking place in the worlds of soccer, tennis, baseball, and more. Many bars and restaurants across the city are showing the games, including Socceria; Leland Eating and Drinking House; Third Time’s the Charm; Black Forest Brooklyn in Fort Greene and Cobble Hill; Ribalta; Golden HOF – Korean Bar & Grill; and Alma Negra, to name a few. And don’t forget sports bar stalwarts like Rocco’s Sports & Rec; Amity Hall; Birdie’s Sporting Club; and White Horse Tavern.
- Get a Coffee Buzz on the Weekend: Stars, one of our favorite wine bars in the entire city, is now open on weekends starting at 10 a.m. for coffee service and some snacks, featuring their own custom coffee blend for which they collaborated with L.A.-based Maru. Or consider heading to Driftaway Coffee Tasting Room or Tera NYC on weekends for one of their signature coffee tasting menus.
- Trivia Time: Gather your crew for some choice trivia nights this month, too. On Mondays, Montague Diner hosts trivia nights with the NYC Trivia League; this month, they’re hosting on July 6, 13, 20, and 27. On Thursdays, Bondi Sushi – Williamsburg hosts trivia nights on their patio, complete with prizes and and plenty of sake shots on July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. On July 7 and 14, Tara Rose is hosting trivia nights where the first prize is a $100 gift card. Also on July 14, Cuna Bar & Lounge is hosting a trivia night with comedian Jenny Gorelick.
- Bicentennial Blowouts: It’s America’s 250th birthday, and the fireworks this year over the East River will no doubt be spectacular. Pair them with some stellar fare, and you’re golden. Might we suggest the waterfront views from Celestine, Concrete Shoals, or Grand Banks? Or the rooftop views from One40Rooftop or Guardian at the W Rooftop? And if a classic 4th of July cookout is more your style, do consider Cafe Mado or The Dutch.
- Hands-On Recs: If you’re looking to learn something new this month, there’s plenty to choose from, whether you want to learn how to make pasta over at Forsythia or Cork & Slice BK, how to butcher a whole tuna over at Leland Eating and Drinking House, or how to master Tequila-based cocktails at PDT or The Cabinet Mezcal Bar. Finally, you’ve got two chances to learn how to assemble Milk Bar’s iconic birthday cake this month, too.
- Head Out East: Thinking of escaping the city for a bit? Check out our ultimate guide to the Hamptons, for some recs on where to dine. And don’t miss the cocktail brunches and special dinners with cocktail pairings over at Nourish by The Roundtree. Or the all-you-can-eat lobsterbake buffet taking place at Dockers Waterside Marina & Restaurant on Monday nights. And if you’re heading further afield, don’t miss our newly refreshed Resy Travel hub, with lots more destinations.
New to the Hit List (July 2026)
Somssi, Lei, Socceria, Meju, Superiority Burger, and Ammazzacaffè.
