With tens of thousands of people swooping into New York next week for the kickoff of New York Super Week (10/5) and the 10th edition of New York Comic Con, Foursquare and ReedPOP want to make sure there is no geek stone left unturned. The city guide app and pop culture experts joined forces to create the Ultimate Geek Guide to New York – an infographic map that highlights some nerd-tastic, comic-centric hidden gems, stores, bars, restaurants, and museums throughout the city to visit to extend the week’s festivities.
From Mission Chinese Food’s Twin Peaks themed bathroom, to the beer and video games at Two-Bits Retro Arcade, this list will help you get into the Comic Con spirit and immerse yourself in all of the geeky glory that Gotham has to offer.
Foursquare created a handy in-app list with all of these locations so users can see ratings, useful tips and more.
Tip: “Free video games while you wait… Open late.” – Carey
Tip: “25 craft beers on tap and 80s style arcade games, what’s not to love?! Also- Happy hour runs 2-8PM Saturdays and Sundays.” – Stevie
Tip: “Very good beers, nice authentic atmosphere. All you need to meet some friends and have a chat!” – Maxine
Tip: “Superhero store that poses as a front for a non-profit supporting kids creativity?! This place is just the best. Restock on capes, buy cans of gravity, or follow the trap door to volunteer with kids.” – Andrea
Tip: “Courtyard by Marriott shares this space with Residence and is the official hotel of New York Comic Con. The Bistro will be serving NYCC themed cocktails.” – Foursquare
Tip: “If you are a Hunger Games fan, the exhibit at DTS is a must.” – Kayleigh
Tip: “A bar dedicated to superheroes and $3 PBR & whiskey specials.” – Spike
Tip: “Lots of different event/conventions on. Make sure to bring comfy shoes, this place is huge!” – Chloe
Tip: “The Marvel Super heroes 4D show was amazing. In addition to the show you also get to see all the Marvel Avengers wax figures-Hulk was the best.” – Sandra
Tip: “Get upstairs to look at the motherload of toys and statues” – Michael
Tip: “The twin peaks themed bathroom by itself is worth the trip” – John
Tip: “An ever rotating exhibit of amazing pieces of comic book history. A must visit for any comics fans!” – Dora
Tip: “NYC’s only SciFi bookshop!” – Ash
Tip: “Great place to enjoy a drink with fellow nerds. The TARDIS bathroom is a sight to see but the friendly bartenders are also just as amazing. They have a drink & draw the 2nd Saturday of every month.” – Will
Tip: “Great selection of Japanese/Anime figures/collectables.” – Matt
Tip: “Beers and video games. Two of the 5 food groups!” – Tracey
Tip: “Great theater! Check out a weekend matinee for $8.50 and be sure to head around the corner afterwards to see the awesome superhero mural on the side of the building!” – Nikki
Tip: “Not only is there a coin-op SF2 Champion Edition machine in the front, but I wandered in late one night and there were 15 dudes sitting around playing SF4 on Xbox in the back. This place is legit.” – Den
