Whether you’re traveling for a conference, meetings, or a quick overnight trip, having reliable go-to spots in a city can make all the difference.
At Dakota, we’ve spent years on the road meeting with allocators, industry professionals, and investment managers across the country and around the world. Along the way, we’ve learned firsthand which hotels, restaurants, and coffee shops consistently deliver. The ones that turn a business trip into a productive, enjoyable experience.
That’s why we created Dakota Recommends. The insider list for business travel exclusive to Dakota Marketplace Members, or with a subscription.
Built by executive business travelers for executive business travel, it’s a curated collection of hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, and event spaces designed for professionals who expect more from every trip.
Unlike tourist guides, it’s built for business. Every spot is Dakota Verified, tested by the same team behind Dakota Marketplace and trusted by thousands of firms.
Now live inside Dakota Marketplace, Dakota Recommends includes more than 1,000 verified locations across 25+ U.S. cities, London, and Paris. Each listing features “Dakota Must Trys”... our insider dishes and experiences our team swears by.
New York City
The New York City Metro Area, as you can imagine, is chock full of all types of investors as it remains the financial hub of the world. NYC is home to over 150 qualified MFOs and RIAs, led by firms like Silvercrest and BBR Partners, and it houses the largest mutual fund allocator globally – J.P. Morgan Private Bank. The city also serves as home base for key due diligence analysts from Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch, and UBS, as well as independent broker-dealers such as Oppenheimer.
When covering the NYC market, there are four Graystone teams, more than 40 institutional consultants, and numerous foundations and endowments that represent meaningful opportunities for fundraisers. The insurance channel is equally strong, with firms like MetLife Investments (Brighthouse) and Travelers actively engaged in sub-advisory and corporate pension fund management.
It’s also home to major institutional accounts, including the New York City Employees Retirement System and the Columbia University Endowment. In short, New York City is a hotbed of capital, one that continues to lead the world in investment activity and opportunity.
That’s why we’ve expanded Dakota Recommends here. To help our members navigate the city with the same level of precision they bring to their meetings.
Here’s what’s new inside Dakota Marketplace:
- 12 Hotels across Midtown, Downtown, and the Financial District
- 45 Restaurants for business lunches, client dinners, and after-meeting drinks
- 10 Coffee Shops perfect for casual meetups between appointments
- 15 Event Venues ideal for investor receptions, private dinners, and networking events
Every spot meets the Dakota standard: Elevated, professional, travel-tested, and never crowdsourced. These are the same venues our team uses when hosting events, meeting allocators, and building relationships in New York City.
Dakota Recommends
Dakota Recommends isn’t just a list, it’s a toolkit for business travelers. These are the places that have helped us at Dakota deliver successful meetings, memorable events, and efficient trips time and time again.
When you're traveling for work, trust the spots we've already vetted. You’ll find them all in Dakota Marketplace, organized by metro area, ready to support your goals on the road. We've also incorporated "Dakota Must Trys" under each place listed!
Whether you're planning your next trip or refining your meeting strategy, book a demo of Dakota Marketplace to explore the people and places that keep our team coming back.
