We have no problem confessing that we’ve seen every episode of Sex and the City ten times each, and we’re guessing you have too. It has become our guide, really, for how to live in NYC, and anyone who knows and loves the show can’t deny having dreamt about waking up as Carrie Bradshaw, Miranda Hobbes, Samantha Jones, or Charlotte York-Goldenblatt. We’ve had the dream too– of sauntering the streets in stilettos with our 3 best friends, sipping cosmos, and gossiping about life and love– so we’ve decided it’s time to make our dreams come true. And while, admittedly, we can’t do much about the difficulties of walking the city in stilettos (damn you, Meatpacking), we can and we will offer our advice on the other stuff.

So listen up because these are our picks for where each character would drink and dine in 2015, since we’re guessing the scene has changed a bit since their day. And whether you’re a Miranda, a Samantha, a Charlotte, or a Carrie, we’ve got you covered on where to go for a date, a drink, a GNO, or a quick lunch in each of their respective neighborhoods.

Go ahead, read through the list, and start living the dream….

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For those of you who never thought Miranda was cool, we’re here to tell you that she is. First off, she lives in Brooklyn and moved there long before it was cool. But aside from that, Miranda takes no bullshit, ever. She’s smart, down to earth, she does what she wants whenever she wants, and we love her for it. So get on the Miranda train if you’re not already because it’ll take you to all those spots in the BK you’ve been dying to try.

Date Spot: Glady’s

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Miranda is a no frills kind of girl and date night is no different. White linen table cloths? She’ll pass. Tattooed hipsters making her pay $20 for a pizza? She’s not down. So for date night she’ll head to Glady’s because while she’s been known to order in Chinese on more than one occasion, if she must venture out it’ll be for ethnic eats that she can’t order on Seamless. And Glady’s is certainly worth getting off the couch for, serving up Caribbean fare like goat curry and oxtail stew at a good price. It’s fun, it’s casual, and, like Miranda, the food is serious without taking itself too seriously.

Address: 788 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238

 Post Date Drink: Franklin Park

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To keep things low key and easy, Miranda heads to Franklin Park after dinner as it’s a mere 1 minute walk away. It’s great for Miranda because when she wants a drink she wants it now, and she might want to play some skee ball while she’s drinking. Franklin Park can give her all of these things plus a courtyard in the summer and a fireplace in the winter. It’s a win/win.

Address: 618 St Johns Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Drinks With The Girls: Maison Premiere

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Though it might be a little fancy schmancy for Miranda, she’s down to be extravagant for the girls. After all, if they’re trekking out to Brooklyn the least she can do is pick a place they’ll like and that’s decently close to the L train. But honestly, it’s nearly impossible not to like Maison Premiere with its INSANE oyster list, its outdoor patio, and its way of transporting you from Brooklyn to the south of France upon entry. Even Miranda can’t resist its charm, and the rest of the ladies are jealous it’s not in their hoods.

Address: 298 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Neighborhood Lunch: Di Fara Pizza

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Di Fara ain’t no Roberta’s or Paulie Gee’s, and that’s exactly why Miranda loves it. Don’t get us wrong, we LOVE Roberta’s and Paulie Gee’s, but this isn’t about us. And when Miranda wants pizza she doesn’t want it topped with hot honey, dandelion flowers, or fennel fronds. She wants cheese and pepperoni to go, please, and that’s what she gets for lunch at Di Fara.

Address: 1424 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY 11230

Oh Samantha. What could possibly be said about this confident and sexy Meatpacking District resident that hasn’t already been said? Nothing, really, as Samantha has no problem speaking for herself. She’s blunt, she’s bold, and she always tells it like it is. She’s sexy and she knows it (and she sure as hell makes sure EVERYONE knows it) so you can bet that her Meatpacking eating and drinking spots are just as sexy as she is.

Date Spot: Santina

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Admittedly, it was hard for us not to give this one to a trendy sushi spot reminiscent of Samantha’s iconic “cover my naked body in sushi” Valentine’s surprise. But then we remembered that when going out Samantha’s all about a good time, and there simply aren’t enough seats at a sushi bar for a party. Santina, on the other hand, is indeed a party. It just opened from Mario Carbone and Richi Torrisi meaning it’s just about the most popular spot in town, and the whole place kind of feels like a beach party. So yeah, of course Samantha will be there.

Address: 820 Washington St, New York, NY 10014

Post Date Drink: Bathtub Gin

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This one is a no brainer for Samantha, as is any bar containing bathtubs. A dark, speakeasy style gin den, Bathtub Gin is definitely trendy and sexy enough for Samantha. Because really, what gets you in the mood better than lounging in a bathtub while sipping a handcrafted cocktail? Not much.

Address: 132 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011

Drinks With the Girls: Gallow Green

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Like all of us in NYC, Samantha loves a good rooftop bar, as they’re full of fun, well-dressed people looking for a good time. That being said, Samantha and the girls won’t be found at Le Bain or the Beirgarten at The Standard because, ugh, they’re just full of tourists these days. Instead, they’ll head up into Chelsea to Gallow Green. It’s a bit more low key, the people there might actually live in New York, and everyone is still just as gorgeous as the views.

Address: 542 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001

 Neighborhood Lunch: Cookshop

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Constantly buzzing, Cookshop is the perfect daytime spot for Samantha to see and be seen. It’s frequented for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, but lunch is probably the best bet since it’s packed by 10:30am for brunch. Samantha knows this because Samantha just knows these kinds of things, so she never hesitates to stop by for a quick green juice or a leisurely gossip sesh with the girls.

Address: 156 10th Ave, New York, NY 10011

  

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A classic beauty, Charlotte is always put together just right. She’s traditional, she likes things just so, and she ACTUALLY believes in love. We appreciate her optimism about love and life, but then again it’s probably not hard to be optimistic when you live in a glorious penthouse on the Upper East Side with your beautiful family. But in any case, Charlotte reminds us to appreciate what’s good, solid, simple, and right, and her restaurant picks are just that. Thanks for the reminder, Charlotte, we needed it.

Date Spot: The East Pole

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Though Charlotte has a deep, deep love for Gramercy Tavern, Per Se, Daniel, and the rest, she’s also a modest gal who doesn’t need a $50 filet mignon to make her happy. So for a casual date night she forgoes the big names and heads to The East Pole. It’s a quaint, picturesque spot serving up seasonal and locally sourced veggie-centric fare, so Charlotte can enjoy her meal without it weighing on her conscience.

Address: 133 E 65th St, New York, NY 10065

Post Date Drink: Bemelman’s Bar

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They don’t come more classic and timeless than Bemelman’s Bar, and Charlotte is our queen of class. Quiet and cozy, Bemelman’s Bar also happens to be named after the author of the Madeleine children’s books (do you see that wallpaper?), so Charlotte can have herself a cosmo without forgetting about the little ones back home. Which she appreciates, of course.

Address: The Carlyle Restaurant, 35 E 76th St, New York, NY 10075

Drinks With The Girls: Seamstress

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Might be a little funky for Charlotte on an average evening, but she’s willing to adjust when the girls come uptown. Seamstress is a new cocktail den that combines an old timey feel (leather bound menus, anyone?) with modern touches like a leather goods shop in the back. It’s quirky and cool and Charlotte knows the girls will love a place where they can drink AND shop at the same time.

Address: 339 E 75th St. New York, NY 10021

 Neighborhood Lunch: Maison Kayser

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It’s true that since marrying Harry she’s probably been spending more time at 2nd Ave. Deli than anywhere else (to satisfy his Jewish cravings, of course), but if she’s dining solo or the girls are involved Maison Kayser is more Charlotte’s speed. A lunch cafe straight out of Paris (literally, that’s where it first started), Maison Kayser serves all the salads, soups, paninis, and pastries you could ever desire and it’s cute and girly enough that Charlotte loves it.

Address: 1294 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10021

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Though it’s true that throughout the series Carrie lives on the Upper East Side, allow us to let you in on a secret. Her building is actually located in the West Village, at 66 Perry Street to be exact. For us, we’re not surprised, as we totally see Carrie as a West Village babe. So we’re taking some creative liberties with this one and giving you the spots she’d frequent in the West Village, since we’re pretty sure that’s where she’d be hanging anyway.

Date Spot: Almanac

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Almanac has been at the top of nearly every list this year, so naturally it would be in Carrie’s regular date night rotation. Almanac specializes in ultra seasonal dishes (the break things down into early fall, mid fall, and late fall) so whatever they’re serving will surely be just as fitting to the day as Carrie’s outfit, and we’re sure they’ll match perfectly.

Address: 28 7th Ave S, New York, NY 10014

Post Dinner Drink: Employees Only

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The “secret bar” before there were “secret bars,” we know Carrie and Big (or whoever you want her man to be– *ahem* Aiden) were frequenting Employees Only before we knew anything about it. It’s got a 1920s vibe that Carrie can’t resist and it’s owned by 5 serious New Yorkers that Big fits right in with. And even though it might not be as glamorous as Carrie’s usual spots, it’s where she goes to escape with her boyfriend-turned-ex-turned-fiance-turned-ex-turned-husband…

Address: 510 Hudson St., New York, NY 10014

Drinks With The Girls: Marlton Hotel

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For some reason or another, the lobby bar at the Marlton Hotel along with the Restaurant inside, Margaux, has been packed with the fashion elite as of late, so you can bet it’s where you’ll find Carrie and the girls having a drink. It’s got an old school New York feel but serves a trendy crowd, so it’s perfect for someone like Carrie who loves a New York institution but doesn’t want to sacrifice the glam. The Marlton has both, no doubt.

Address: 5 W 8th St, New York, NY 10011

Neighborhood Lunch: Claudette

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Claudette is just about the most charming restaurant we’ve ever seen, and Carrie looks no further when she’s hoping to be transported to the south of France for lunch, which is often. Claudette is a serious lunch option (no grab-n-go chopped salad here), but Carrie is a serious lady who enjoys a bit of extravagance, and she’s not afraid to shell out a bit of dough for a duck confit salad if it means she gets to show off her new Manolos. Because who needs rent money? Not Carrie.

Address: 10011, 24 5th Ave, New York, NY 10011

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