During the dot-com boom, the jokers at DoubleClick put this billboard up so the tech hungry media and clueless tourist would have something to fixate on.
Clocking in at #2, since there would be no list without them. Stop by with an NFC phone and check in with a bump.
The campus center for the city's tech scene. Lots of great event here, plus dozens of companies working out of the space. Always good for a quick sit down or random chat.
Go to NYC Resistor on Thursday Night for Craft Night, hack on something (tech, craft, otherwise), and enjoy some hacker-geek-crafter camaraderie.
It's worth signing the NDA just for the buffet. Don't forget to have someone let you into the stairwell so you can check out the crazy non-floors where they store their secrets.
Enjoying waiting in long lines with other tech folks, all checking in on Foursquare. This is your spot.
The first Tuesday of every month, NYU's Skirball Center becomes the city's tech mecca as hundreds crowd in for the NY Tech Meetup.
Founders, hipsters, investors and magicians. Have your cool friends meet your tech friends, see who picks up the tab.
The alma mater of Foursquare founder Dennis Crowley, this is ground zero for arty hackers building the next big thing.
College Humor, Match.com and a slew of other web properties live here, just a brief walk from the beautiful High Line Park.
This is a really well designed coworking space with large windows, wifi, a T1 connection and conference rooms. Plus they have towels in the bathrooms instead of nasty paper towels!
The Barcade equation is simple and elegant: Vintage Arcade Games + Local Microbrews. Somebody get this guy the Field's Medal! - IFC Staff
Coworking with great people at a 5,000 sq ft space with easy daily dropin rates. Подробнее.
It's counter-intuitive but flush the toilet handle up for #1 (to save water) and down for #2 (solid waste).
Sneak your app onto the homescreen of the iPad's in the lobby, and important people may see you when they're bored.
If you have time to stay a while, catch a quick cat nap in the designated nap room. Yes, they have a nap room. - Vadim Lavrusik Подробнее.
Good place to meet college age hackers surfing on some start-up dreams.
This Dumbo mainstay is the latest to get in on the hipster movie theater trend. This week, they unveil a 60-seat space for indie films, with concessions including bacon popcorn and stuffed pretzels. Подробнее.
A popular cafe for one on one meetings frequented by investors like Brad Burnham and Roger Ehreneberg.
Ben Lerer takes the stairs between Thrillist and his offices at Lerer Ventures, so catch him here for a 60 second pitch.
Shhh! Listen carefully and you can hear the ghosts of laid-off AOLers roaming the halls!!! BOO!!!
Heard about this mystical place. If you ever find yourself here, count yourself lucky. Make sure you rub the buddha.
One of the top venture law firms in town, repping start-ups and VCs. Frequently holds classy tech events, followed by cocktails and a great view of the city.
Amazing breakfast spot for casual meetings. Ideal for fundraising or serious BD talks.
