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If you’re feeling nostalgic for the type of drive-thru experience where you eat inside a parked car, then the Korean-American restaurant known for its fried chicken, COQODAQ, is hosting the bougiest possible version of that American pastime.

This weekend only, you’ll be able to dine inside an actual Cadillac ESCALADE IQ for an experience that’s sure to feel like a delicious fever dream. 

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Even if you haven’t had a chance to go yet, you’ve probably heard of COQODAQ ever since it opened last year. The 150 capacity restaurant has already built a reputation for being pretty scene-y, with hard-to-snatch reservations, an opulent interior and the occasional DJ set. 

COQODAQ’s upcoming collaboration with Cadillac will allow guests to step inside the brand new, all-electric vehicle to feel like they’re at a drive-thru somewhere in suburbia—except you’ll be inside in the middle of the Flatiron District dining on fried chicken and caviar plated on a disposable fast food tray. 

There will be a set menu for this experience, which will include non-alcoholic cocktails, pasture-raised chicken consommé, The Golden Nugget (24-karat chicken nuggets with Golden Daurenki caviar and Black Gold with seasonal truffle), Caesar salad, The Bucket List (this includes three fried chicken styles), and a soft serve frozen yogurt for dessert.

The car will be parked outside the restaurant, but the servers will be coming out of COQODAQ and up to the window to deliver the different courses.

Although the car is pretty large, the restaurant is only accepting parties of two for the experience. “Premium materials throughout the second row provide exceptional comfort, while cutting-edge technology enhances convenience,” said Craig Sass, the design manager at Cadillac interiors, in a press release. “This blend of elegance and functionality creates the most luxurious captain’s chairs ever offered in an Escalade, delivering an unparalleled experience for consumers.”

The Cadillac includes two large stowable tray tables, heated and ventilated seats, and a speaker audio system with headrest speakers so you can max out your drive-thru fantasy.

Seatings for the Cadillac experience at COQODAQ will take place on Friday, January 31 and Saturday, February 1. Although the reservations for Friday have sold out, reservations for Saturday will drop tomorrow at 10am ET here, so make sure to act fast if you want to secure a spot. 

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New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) isn’t only one of the biggest airports in the US, but it’s one of the busiest on the globe. Serving as one of three flight hubs for the NYC area, JFK flies both domestic and international flights from its hub.

If traveling to NYC it’s important to note that JFK is actually pretty far outside of the actual city, specifically the popular borough of Manhattan. It’s actually in Queens…and in this post we’ve put together the best ways to travel from JFK Airport to Manhattan specifically. We’ll touch upon details as well, including factors to consider before traveling like budget, convenience, and time of journey.

Subway (AirTrain + Subway)

Taking the MTA subway is the most convenient and cheapest way to get from JFK Airport to Manhattan. Once you arrive at JFK Airport, you will need to use a combination of the AirTrain (a specific light rail connecting the airports terminals with each other as well as the city), and the traditional subway to navigate to Manhattan.

It’s important to note that the AirTrain costs $8.50 if your starting or ending point is outside of the airport…but is free if you’re commuting between terminals. There are also two different AirTrain service lines to be aware of, the Jamaica Station line which connects to the E, J, Z subways and the Howard Beach line which connects to the A subway. If you’re visiting Midtown Manhattan/Upper Manhattan it’s more than likely you will be taking the Jamaica Line.

Once you take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station or Howard Beach Station, you will have to switch to the subway, which costs an additional $2.90 ($11.40 total journey). Both the AirTrain and subway run 24/7, and slightly less frequent late at night.

Both AirTrain and the subway accept contactless payment (credit/debit cards or mobile wallets) which can make it easy to travel. Otherwise it’s best to get a MetroCard to load with money for fares.

To make navigating the subway easier, use Google Maps or Citymapper to pinpoint your exact destination and find what subway line is best.

E from Jamaica Station to Midtown, Times Square

Once you arrive from the AirTrain to Jamaica, follow signs for the subway, pay your fare, and look for E trains heading towards Manhattan/World Trade Center. This train runs through Queens and into Midtown Manhattan via 8th Avenue, stopping along the route of popular destinations like Times Square, Penn Station, Port Authority Bus Terminal, Grand Central Terminal, and World Trade Center if you take it all the way to the end. If you’re visiting NYC for tourism this is most likely you’re best option.

The E train journey can last around 1 hour typically (20 minutes AirTrain and 40 minutes subway).

J or Z from Jamaica Station to Lower East Side, SoHo, FiDi

The other subway service line at Jamaica is the J and Z, which is located on the very bottom floor of the station. While this is primarily a line for Brooklyn destinations, it does terminate in Manhattan at Broad Street and services downtown Manhattan neighborhoods like Lower East Side, Chinatown, Financial District, and Little Italy.

Journeys on the J or Z can usually last approximately an hour (20 minute AirTrain and 40 minute subway). Noe that Z train service is an express train that only runs during weekday rush hours.

A from Howard Beach Station to West Village, Chelsea

The other AirTrain service line operates to Howard Beach Station, which then connects to the A line that goes into Lower Manhattan. The total journey here is the same ($8.50 for AirTrain + $2.90 for subway) and is the best option for navigating to lower Manhattan. This line is a tad slower than the Jamaica options, but services downtown locations like East Village, Lower East Side, and West Village.

The A train journey lasts 1 hour (20 minute AirTrain and 40 minute subway) typically.

Taxi

Traveling to Manhattan via taxi is probably the least stressful and easiest way to get from JFK to the city. Plenty of people opt for this option especially if you’re unfamiliar with the city or don’t want to navigate public transportation. With that said, the price for being dropped off at your destination’s door can be hefty, and NYC yellow taxis (“cabs”) have a fixed fare of $70 from JFK to anywhere in Manhattan.

Be aware though that traveling during “peak hours” (4 – 8 pm on weekdays) can accrue additional fees of $5.50 plus the brand new congestion tax as well as a driver’s tip. Depending on your destination in Manhattan, you’re looking at an $80-$90 taxi ride in total.

Remember to only hail yellow taxis from officially licensed stands, as there are many unsolicited drivers near each terminal posing as cabs.

Ride-Sharing Services (Uber + Lyft)

Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are a viable option for getting to Manhattan from JFK Airport, but it can also turn into the most expensive option. Unlike yellow taxis being capped at $70, the price of rides hares can vary based on the time of day and how busy the platform is.

This means that rides can fluctuate in price, with the cheapest typically starting around $60 on a good day and ballooning all the way up to $150 during the busiest of hours. Sure it may be the easiest (up-front cost, hop right into a car), but you may also be paying the highest price just to enter Manhattan.

We always say if it’s more than $90 Uber/Lyft than go with a yellow cab if you wish to go by car.

Long Island Railroad (LIRR)

The Long Island Railroad is the fastest way to get to Manhattan from JFK Airport. Similarly to the subway, you will need to first take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station. From there, look for Long Island Railroad signs that lead you to commuter rails that will take you to the multiple tracks at the station.

The Manhattan-bound trains from the station depart every 20 minutes for Jamaica Station, with many passing through two of the major transit hubs Penn Station and Grand Central Station.

Riders can purchase their tickets in vending machines at Jamaica Station or using the MTA eTix app, and will be collected by conductors on board. The journey on LIRR from Jamaica to Manhattan is around 25 minutes (40 minutes in total counting AirTrain). Journeys cost $15.25 during peak hours (6 – 10 am & 4 – 8 pm) and $13.25 off-peak hours.

Private Bus/Shuttles

If you’re traveling with a group or wish to travel in a different ride-sharing way, many companies offer private bus and shuttles from JFK to Manhattan. These can be requested day-of from the ground transportation desk in the baggage claim area.

These are some of the best private shuttle options:

• Go Airlink Shuttle: 10-13 person van that ranges from $300-$340
• Super Shuttle: 10 person van for $226
• ETS Air Shuttle: 10 person van for $176

Blade

The most luxurious option from getting to JFK to Manhattan is via private helicopter, and NYC-based company Blade does just that. For $195, a five minute flight will take you between the two destinations, bypassing all the vehicle traffic via the sky. The service runs from 7 am – 7 pm on Monday – Wednesday, 7 am – 8 pm on Thursday – Friday and 3 – 7 pm on Sundays. This reservation must be made ahead of time.

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