The High Line is excellent, and the varied history behind it fascinating. And I love American diners and one of my favorites is near the start. It ain’t fancy but it’s authentic.
Hector's Café & Diner
Cafe in West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District...
I don’t smoke myself but I smell it often at home and on my city travels and can’t say it bothers me or impacts me. Out of interest, what sort of people are complaining?
West Village. Sadly The Spotted Pig has now closed but The Tavern on Jane and The Blind Tiger are still there. The west village itself is a lovely place to wander around.