This intimate West Village restaurant hosts a cool crowd and a-mah-zing food—we heart the crudos and roasted mushrooms!
Order the Dan Dan noodles and dry pepper chicken! The food is delicious and service is ninja fast!
Props for the big tray of chicken (大盘鸡) and pancake with pork (肉夹馍）Seriously the MOST authentic Chinese hole-in-the-wall gem. The dishes are similar to Xi'an, but only more spicy and well-flavored.
A cheffy, well-done take on Chinese-American classics; don't miss the dumplings, particularly the excellent xiao long bao.
You'll need a nap after the Breslin Burger, a griddled LaFrieda patty covered with a blanket of assertive, mature English cheddar & topped off with supple slabs of house-cured Berkshire pork belly. Read more.
Keith McNally's reborn Minetta is a masterpiece—an old New York saloon, modern steakhouse and celeb haunt all in one. The problem: getting in. (The Black Label Burger is worth it.) [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
It's hard to go wrong with a toothsome pasta filled with truffled mascarpone, in a silky rich butter sauce, but they do it best here. The cappelletti with a sprinkle of prosciutto is the way to go.
The offshoot of Il Buco just nails everything it tries, from the housemade charcuterie to the gelato for dessert. In a town of so many Italian restaurants, this is one to know.
We’ve reviewed all sorts of Barbeque, but none that can so elequently combine the grit of Texas Brisket and Sweet Tang of Carolina pulled pork. Enjoy, and hold onto your napkins.
Hit and miss barbecue that's nevertheless enjoyable. The brisket's the best thing here--be sure to ask for it moist.
After the Museum closes, head over to The Modern for the MoDERN MaRTINI. Cilantro-infused Tanqueray and fresh lime juice.
Le Parker Meridien Hotel is a white marble minimalist palace. So it's surprising that it stinks like burgers. Hidden just off the lobby is the best burger in mid-town. - IFC Staff
The Shake Shack cheeseburger is a classic of Americana in the heart of NYC-a compact patty of juicy, medium-cooked meat plied w. lettuce, tomato, onion, & pickle, slotted neatly into a squishy bun
If you want the real New York-style steakhouse, it helps to actually do it in New York. You really can’t do any better or more authentic than Keens. – Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations Read more.
Students, locals and celebs all love this classic Ukrainian spot. Some of the city's best banana pancakes, kasha with gravy, matzo ball soup, pierogis and a great cheeseburger. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Great service. They pay close attention to the meats, and do the work for you, unlike many other places in the area. Also, the egg on the side is genius. Everyone should that, no-brainer!
This Village landmark with dirt-cheap beer and messy, juicy flame-broiled burgers is almost always packed and open until 4 AM daily.
It's fast without being hurried, delicious without being expensive. Just be ready for crowds. [Eater 38 Member]
Try the fried pizza - the dough is deep-fried, but it isn't greasy, it comes off as extra-crisp.
Noodle fans line up daily at 5 PM to get a table at this East Village Japanese restaurant before the real crowds form, because the ramen is just that good. [Eater 38 Member]
This is a must-stop for me when I’m in NYC, but you can’t go wrong at any of David Chang’s restaurants. -Monica Pope, Top Chef
"They have this thing called the 'Shroom Burger for the vegetarians," Miss USA tells us in her NY Diet. "It's just cheese inside a fried mushroom. Oh my God." Read more.
Cool place which is bigger than you think. Food is really tasty, service is so nice. The spinach al forno was the best spinach I ever had
Graze on dishes like creamy mac ’n’ greens ($14)—a blend of collards, Gouda, New York cheddar & Comté—or rib-sticking dirty rice and shrimp ($11). Close with the shareable spiced chocolate cake ($10). Read more.
First New York outpost of the revered Philly chain. Starters like wontons in chili oil and dan dan noodles are excellent, but main dishes are only average.
It's a winner for its stylish surroundings & buzzy atmosphere underneath the High Line. The brasserie-style menu always delivers & the tables outside are just made for people-watching, New York style. Read more.
Chef Andy Nusser has crafted a menu of substantial tapas and medium-sized entrées, done mostly “a la plancha” with unmistakably Catalan flavors; get the duck egg with mojama. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Chef Andrew Carmellini's return to the stage, following A Voce, is a rustic neighborhood Italian resto at the core. And on Mondays, home of some of New York's best fried chicken. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Go for the house-prepared salumi ($10-$32). You can make a meal of the salumi, wine and cheese offerings, but then you'd miss the artfully prepared appetizers and entrees. Read more.
Try the beer-braised tongue taco here, the brined pork tongue is cooked with bacon, chorizo, onions and a slug of Negra Modelo. It's one of NYC's 26 best tacos! Read more.
Argentinian specialties. There is a bar and dining area. On the menu, pollo a la paprika (chicken breast with skin thoroughly immersed in paprika), jujeña empanada. Dessert? budin de pan Read more.
It's not hard to find a tapas restaurant in Chelsea, but Txikito sets itself apart a bit with a more comfortable, warmer space than the rest and a menu focused on Basque food.
Try the Grapefruit Givré, stuffed with rose-scented loukoum and topped with flossy halvah cotton candy and black-and-white sesame tuile. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.
Try the featherlight brandade. The whipped salt cod spread is one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.
Taste the wages of someone else’s sin: Healthy, haute-organic food that happens to be great, from the prolific Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Read more.
An evening of charm on a dreamlike West Village corner. Owner/chef Joey Campanaro's meatball sliders are legendary. Try it for a date: there's a reason regulars call it "the closer." [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
First Date? Avoid the sandwiches, they're messy, but definitely worth checking out otherwise (Honey Chicken & Chicken BLT). Don't make the mistake of not getting Fried Pickles, so good.
Try the vodka pizza, the crisp yet pliable thin-crust pies have a delicate char and a crackerlike crust. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.
Zucchini fritters, spanakopita phyllo triangles and pikilia (assorted Greek dips with pita) are all good sharing options. Read more.
This haute Mexican eatery is harder to get into than Harvard, having built a rep around fancy tequilas and ceviche. Can't snag abooth? The no-frills, street-level taqueria can sate your wounded ego.
One of our favorite bagel places in the city - we love to order an everything bagel with lox spread. The gluten free bagels here are not to be missed, along with their creative cream cheese flavors.
The unofficial official First Restaurant of New York. Though its formal dining room is a bit too too for Eater 38 contention, the front room and its seasonal American menu wins. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
The nation's first pizzeria doesn't accept reservations, but their wood-oven pies are worth the wait.
Come for brunch, lunch or dinner - the food in this chic café is a consistently delicious mix of French and Moroccan cuisines. The sidewalk tables are perfect for a sunny day.
With American spun food, Freeman's is a hidden gem. Check out their Sporting Club offering bespoke suits while you wait to be seated. Get the best of both worlds: food and fashion!
Sushi and fried chicken. What can go wrong? It's like chicken and waffles, but way more awesome. Also, watch the sushi chefs' line. Their talented.
NYC’s best cheap falafel costs $2.50. Also try the pita with baba ganouj or the shawarma sandwich. Careful with the spicy sauce!
After a drink or two, you may want to order a side of fries with malt vinegar mayo for the table. Do it.
We were genuinely sad when we finished our meal here because we didn't want it to end. Definitely start with the duck wings, followed by the bucatini and the crackling porcelet. Save room for dessert!
Empellon al Pastor opens today! This Mexican restaurant will have meat shaved from a vertical spit, plus a handful of other taco fillings, along with some sides and drinks. Mon, 10/20. Read more.
Cosme is now being fueled by caffeine direct from Mexican espresso company Buna. Make sure to pair it with this bursting meringue bomb. Read more.
The restaurant has a fancy wood-fired grill to go with the wood-fired pizza oven. Try the grilled ice cream sandwich, filled with smoked mascarpone gelato. Read more.
"The Bao has edged out Joe's Shanghai...though not the best Chinese in the area, it has the best soup dumplings...It's worth the extra cash for the crab-containing variety." -Eater [roughly quoted]
Amanda Cohen's fun and whimsical temple to vegetables without pretense. Don't miss the hush puppies and save room for dessert.
“The food is comforting, with some ingenious additions, like uni in a creamy duck-egg spaghetti, and mint and pistachios in a lemony farro salad.” Read more.
Ryan Sutton's 2 star review: "Fiore di carciofi are what lasagna would taste like if it were shaped like a pinwheel and prepared by a chef with a Michelin-star." Read more.
Early stand outs: seafood crudo, gnocchi, chicken Milanese and the best panna cotta we ever had. Skip the torta dessert. Soon to be a star
Mario Batali's osteria maybe be his best effort in New York; it's certainly his most relaxed and consistent. The cacio e pepe is world class. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Order one whole duck ahead of time, and then you get to choose small plates, a side dish or veggie fried rice, and a main in different amounts. Any way you do it, it's actually a pretty decent deal. Read more.
Still a great deal. Trust Me for $33 service included. Real crowd pleaser, but go at off peak times if you don’t want to be waiting hours
Go go go. You will not find a a better sushi experience than at this 10-seat, omakase-only hole in the wall in New York.
Shauna Lyon on this new West Village sushi restaurant: “The parade of nigiri—bite-size slices of fish on top of vinegar-seasoned rice—will lull you into an appreciative stupor. ” Read more.
For $5 or less, fill up on some of NYC’s greatest cheap dumplings. Try the sesame pancakes for $.50 each and get 3 pork fried buns for $1. Read more.
The wontons in chill oil are my hands down favorite! Recommend going with a group -most entrees are 2 big and too intense for 1, a smaller amount of a variety of things works better.
You can spend all day here eating and drinking amazing food from all regions of Spain. Bale
Everything about this place is perfect. Polo Burger and an old fashioned are a must.
Check out their brunch. Get a classic spread of smoked fish, cream cheese, and a bagel, or go for one of the egg dishes, like matzoh brei, or scrambled eggs with lox and onion. Read more.
Beautiful design and vibe in here. Elevated brassiere menu where everything is done well, just not a terribly exciting menu per se
Great for dates & business lunches alike, the subterranean Lure Fish Bar offers up a solid roster of sushi offerings as well as seafood, steak, & one of the best burgers in the city. [Eater 38 Member]
“Naked Cowboy oysters from the Long Island Sound, along with creamy, clam-shaped Kusshis from Vancouver Island, supplemented several truly small plates.” Read more.
The Buvette chef's take on rustic Italian small plates with rustic West Village decor. Equally tasty, great value ($90 dinner for two with wine), and the perfect date spot. Crostini are all great.
When you enter the lobby of The Public Theater, hang a left and go up the stairs. At the end of the staircase you'll find this hidden Andrew Carmellini restaurant.
Want classic NYC? Then don't miss this still-thriving Tribecainstitution. John Belushi famously cooked his own burgers at the Frenchbrasserie, once the go-to hangout for SNL in its heyday.
So thankful for the return of Pastis! The food is great and it’s an iconic atmosphere. Loud and expensive but we know all that already
Meal was unreal. Portion sizes were good considering how many courses there were. Everything was cooked perfectly! Pretty cool how it’s at the back of a grocery store. 3 Michelin Star, very expensive.
Cafe China serves all your Sichuan favorites in a dining room that evokes 1930s Shanghai. Standout dishes include spicy diced rabbit, baby black lamb, and "Szechuan pesto chicken." [Eater 38 Member]
