The star of the no-frills menu here is the sizable cheeseburger ($12): Made with well-seasoned, griddled patties, the hefty sandwich oozes melted American cheese from beneath a toasted potato bun. Read more.
Athough the Porto Rico coffee is authentically brutal, this Japanese-style East Village cafe provides a charming, slow-paced, lunch experience - everything is prepared with care. At night a sake bar.
Known for their 'spiciest curry ever' gimmick, this spot stands out from many of the others on the East Village's Indian restaurant row.
Perhaps the best burger I've had in my life. Pastry dough wraps an ideal ratio of beef, bacon, and cheese. Comes with mayo, pickled cabbage, apple slices. Beet and homemade ketchup on side. Perfect.
The P.H.O. Real, one of our 101 Best Sandwiches in NY, takes on the considerable challenge of reinterpreting a bowl of Vietnamese soup as a kaiser-roll sandwich - and wins.
There's no sign but walk past the curtain, open the door and be transported to a hidden gem. Chef Norihito will not let you down.
Solid cocktails, good date spot. If you're looking for a winter warmer The Sleeping Carriage is excellent.
One of my favorite local businesses in the EV. Moshe, a Russian-speaking Jewish immigrant from Uzbekistan, is an old school master cobbler. Bring your beloved shoes here, you won't regret it.
