246 10th Ave at W 24th St
(212) 206-6766
Chelsea is the land of a thousand galleries, but when all these painting purveyors need a place to nosh, Bottino is the only spot. The cafe is known as “The Cheers of the Art World,” and... Read More
7 Spring St between Elizabeth & Bowery
(646) 370-6650
Thai flavors are usually singular in the US, but Uncle Boons owners and Per Se veterens Matt Danzer & Ann Redding have gone for balanced and holistic flavors that are a unifying mix. The... Read More
18 Spring between Mott & Elizabeth St
(433) 756-8526
Tucked away on Spring Street in Nolita, Mother’s Ruin has already earned serious watering-hole cred. With a star-studded line up of bartenders, the cocktail menu (a chalk board above the bar) is... Read More
158 8th Ave 18th
(646) 596-8838
Montmartre breathes new life into the classic bistro model with great modern twists; Chef Tien Ho is a Momofuku alum, so expect the unexpected. The space’s decor matches the food - française... Read More
250 Mulberry St, New York, NY (@ Prince St.)
212.965.0955
www.piginahat.com
By day, Torrisi Italian Specialties is a sandwich shop on the northern edge of Little Italy. This is noteworthy, because Torrisi is nothing quite like the tourist traps and lackluster Italian food... Read More
20 Spring St., New York, NY (Elizabeth & Mott St.)
212.334.1015
Bread in Nolita patented the formula for panini paradise back in 2003: 1) Have neighboring Balthazar supply the famous housebaked ciabatta rolls and baguettes, 2) Find every possible complimentary... Read More
17 Prince St. New York, NY @ Elizabeth St.
212.625.2001
www.cafehabana.com
How’s this for Latin American: Located in a former old-school Dominican diner and inspired by a Mexico City lunch joint, Café Habana’s food is 100% Cuban. This divey eatery has few tables so... Read More
222 Lafayette St., New York, NY (Kenmare & Spring Sts.)
212.343.3236
www.lobsterbarnyc.com
Featuring food as simple in nature to its name, Ed's Lobster Bar is a no frills establishment catering to lobster and seafood lovers alike. With founder and chef Edward McFarland's love for New... Read More