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
119 Seventh Ave., New York, NY (@ 17th St.)
212.414.1717
http://www.cafeteriagroup.com
In terms of menu sophistication, Chelsea’s 24-hour gourmet comfort food hotspot Cafeteria is nothing akin to the school lunchroom of your childhood. In terms of social order, social studies, and... 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
235 Mulberry St. New York, NY (Prince & Spring St.)
212.965.0500
www.rubirosanyc.com
Run by Staten Island pizza guru, Giuseppe Pappalardo, Angelo Pappalardo, and the legendary Beatrice Inn doorman, Angelo Bianchi, Rubirosa brings the charisma of the Italian family to Nolita. A... 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