Find your personal favorites through separate visits: a coffee seat, a cat-cafe session, a pastry stop, a neighborhood shop, a doughnut and an occasional brewery event. These spread beyond one block, so choose one or two for each visit. Book the cat lounge in advance when required.
Make a daylight trip along East 36th for one sandwich, a sweet to share and a look at the art at The Artisan’s Palate. Saturday works well for a leisurely lunch; confirm the gallery and kitchen schedule before leaving. Keep the final restaurant stop light if you have already eaten.