An under-the-radar, rustic-with-worn-floorboards joint serving classic romance dishes. It's also tucked way out on 10th Avenue, which means you're taking a cab together - wherever you're going.
An institution - Hendrix and Joplin held court here; and Patti Smith & Mapplethorpe bummed drinks when they lived upstairs. It hasn't changed a bit - and after a meal, you'll thank god it hasn't.
It's everything you've heard, and more -- but almost impossible to get into without a long wait at peak hours. If you're impatient, El Quinto Pino is a fine nearby alternate.
A stellar newcomer with a stylish design, wonderful staff, an authentic, inventive Japanese pub menu, and WOW what a sake collection! The sushi is serviceable, but it's not the main attraction.
Ariel Levy: "Among the most satisfying standbys: fried vegetable dumplings and the zha jiang mian." Read more: http://nyr.kr/UuyJUl
Back before the overpriced condos and trendmongers of the Meatpacking, Red Cat was making delicious, creative New American cuisine for the art gallery set and other locals. Still as good as ever.
Buckets of beer, crab cakes, and a DJ lounge entice diverse crowds looking to get away from the city without ever leaving.
The perfect place for dinner and drinks for summer. La Piscine is fantastic; love the interior design of the hotel as well!
Don’t miss the fluffy, old-fashioned fish quenelles here, plated with a pool of rich lobster bisque. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.
Your workout will also be a learning experience: Lesley Powell founded Movements Afoot to teach the basic concepts of movement theory.
The perfect spot for a casual Italian meal after a day perusing paintings at the Met. Go for the roast organic half chicken with lemon and white wine sauce. It's perfection.
