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The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List
A Voce is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

1. A Voce

41 Madison Ave (at E 26th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · NoMad · 54 tips and reviews

The New York TimesThe New York Times: A Voce Madison is one of the NYT restaurant critic Sam Sifton’s 50 favorite NYC restaurants. To see the full list, get The Scoop iPhone app, an inside guide to New York: NYTimes.com/thescoop Read more.

Blue Smoke is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

2. Blue Smoke

116 E 27th St (btwn Park Ave S & Lexington Ave), New York, NY
BBQ Joint · Rose Hill · 416 tips and reviews

nymagnymag: Danny Meyer’s very tasty brisket sandwich, mounded neatly with pickles and slaw on a brioche bun, is one of our 101 Best Sandwiches in NY. Read more.

i Trulli is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

3. i Trulli

124 E 27th St (btw Lex & Park), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Rose Hill · 60 tips and reviews

Food NetworkFood Network: Michael Psilakis loves the fresh, homemade pasta at I Trulli on Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate. We recommend their specialty dish, Orecchiette with Rabbit Ragu. Find more tips at FN Local. Read more.

Hillstone is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

4. Hillstone

9.1
378 Park Ave S (at E 27th St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · NoMad · 265 tips and reviews

Gansevoort Hotel GroupGansevoort Hotel Group: SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP!

Primehouse New York is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

5. Primehouse New York

381 Park Ave S (at E 27th St.), New York, NY
Steakhouse · Rose Hill · 51 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: Chef O’Donohoe excels in lending a modern interpretation to the classic, beloved steakhouse plates. What this means? You might just find your filet mignon resting on a bed of pickled fennel salad.

Dos Caminos is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

6. Dos Caminos

7.0
373 Park Ave S (at E 27th St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Rose Hill · 183 tips and reviews

BR Guest HospitalityBR Guest Hospitality: Get guaced with a large private party in our back room! Call the events team 212-331-0328 to book! Cooking classes are held there too!

Shake Shack is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

7. Shake Shack

9.1
Madison Ave (at E 23rd St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · NoMad · 1234 tips and reviews

Village VoiceVillage Voice: 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

230 Fifth Rooftop Lounge is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

8. 230 Fifth Rooftop Lounge

8.1
230 5th Ave (btwn W 26th & W 27th St), New York, NY
Rooftop Bar · NoMad · 714 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: The best views of the city. Huge outdoor patio with lots of beautiful people. There are many patio bars so you don't have to go inside to get a drink. -Ed Cotton, Top Chef

Jaiya is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

9. Jaiya

396 3rd Ave (at E 28th St.), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Rose Hill · 110 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Long list of tempting appetizers include deep fried fish cakes and Chinese sausages with lime and chilis. - Inspector

Eleven Madison Park is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

10. Eleven Madison Park

9.1
11 Madison Ave (at E 24th St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · NoMad · 292 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Some of the most delicious and exciting food. I cannot forget the savory beet marshmallow that started my meal. It was coated in a vinegar powder. The flavors and textures were just brilliant. I was l

Eataly Flatiron is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

11. Eataly Flatiron

9.2
200 5th Ave (at W 23rd St), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · NoMad · 1479 tips and reviews

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: Among the gastronomic greatest hits worth checking out here: handmade mozzarella, oysters, veal and lamb stuffed ravioli, and gelato. And lots and lots of wine. Read more.

12. Choza Taqueria

66 Madison Ave (btwn E 27th & E 28th St), New York, NY
Taco Restaurant · NoMad · 85 tips and reviews

MashableMashable: This is becoming my favorite place to get lunch in the vicinity of our office. A little more expensive than Chipotle, but shorter lines and so yummy! - Todd Olmstead

Pranna is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

13. Pranna

79 Madison Ave (at E 28th St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · NoMad · 130 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: Savor the flavors of Vietnam, India, Thailand and Cambodia—and walk away with a new appreciation for the sumptuous spices that define Southeast Asia's culinary landscape.

Millesime is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

14. Millesime

92 Madison Ave ((At 29th St)), New York, NY
French Restaurant · NoMad · 52 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try Laurent Manrique’s signature Caesar, which deploys grilled Romaine hearts heaped with shaved Parmesan and draped in silky smoked cod. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.

Curry Leaf is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

15. Curry Leaf

99 Lexington Ave (at 27th St), New York, NY
Indian Restaurant · Rose Hill · 22 tips and reviews

Nick N.Nick Nigro: Best Indian Food in the city! Eggplant and Okra are excellent! Lamb and Chicken dishes are awesome as well.

Craft is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

16. Craft

9.0
43 E 19th St (btwn Park Ave S & Broadway), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Flatiron District · 126 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Tom Colicchio's much-lauded shrine to simple food cooked right - try the hen of the woods mushrooms! -Andy Cohen, Watch What Happens Live!

Hill Country Barbecue Market is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

17. Hill Country Barbecue Market

8.6
30 W 26th St (btwn Broadway & 6th Ave), New York, NY
BBQ Joint · NoMad · 489 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: See if the smoked chicken wings are available: rubbed with a mixture of mustard powder, cayenne, brown sugar & other spices, then smoked for 2 hrs. They are one of our #100best dishes & drinks of 2011 Read more.

City Crab Shack is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

18. City Crab Shack

10 E 16th St, New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Union Square · 131 tips and reviews

RestoManifestoRestoManifesto: 15% off if you join the "Insiders Club" on the City Crab website Read more.

John Dory Oyster Bar is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

19. John Dory Oyster Bar

1196 Broadway (at W 29th St), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · NoMad · 272 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: From the same folks behind The Spotted Pig, the focus here is (obviously!) on seafood. Had a wonderful peeky-toe bruschetta. -Monica Pope, Top Chef

Terri is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

20. Terri

60 W 23rd St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Flatiron District · 318 tips and reviews

GreatistGreatist: Gluten-free bread and wraps are available! Also, try the green smoothie.

Maialino is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

21. Maialino

2 Lexington Ave (at Gramercy Park N), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Gramercy Park · 460 tips and reviews

nymagnymag: The flavors are traditional Roman at Danny Meyer’s latest, with standout versions of bucatini all’Amatriciana and trippa alla Trasteverina. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.

Duke's is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

22. Duke's

99 E 19th St (btwn Park Ave. S & Irving Pl.), New York, NY
BBQ Joint · Gramercy Park · 72 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: During the week enjoy half-priced drinks and appetizers from 4-7 and then again from 11 until close. Start with an order of wings and then move on to the Chicken Fried Steak.

23. Madison Square (NYL Building Cafeteria)

51 Madison Ave, New York, NY
Food Court · NoMad · No tips or reviews
Shorty's is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

24. Shorty's

66 Madison Ave (btwn 27th & 28th St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · NoMad · 109 tips and reviews

Amanda A.Amanda Albergo: Whiz wit. Philly born & raised, I can attest it's the closest you will get in NYC. Although rolls are shipped in daily from Philly, they are more doughy and heavy than the real deal-- my only issue.

Les Halles is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

25. Les Halles

411 Park Ave S (btwn E 28th & E 29th St), New York, NY
French Restaurant · NoMad · 248 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: This popular late night spot also serves breakfast daily. - Inspector

Defonte's of Brooklyn is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

26. Defonte's of Brooklyn

261 3rd Ave (E 21st St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Gramercy Park · 110 tips and reviews
Baoguette is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

27. Baoguette

61 Lexington Ave (btwn E 25th & E 26th St.), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Rose Hill · 51 tips and reviews

Jeff H.Jeff Heuer: I go with the classic baoguette banh mi -- pork terrine, pate, pulled pork, fresh herbs -- and an iced Vietnamese coffee

Asellina is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

28. Asellina

420 Park Ave S (at E 29th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · NoMad · 77 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Try Asellina's “Maria Sanguinosa,” which is italicized with a shot of grappa. It’s also the only Bloody you can order by singing “Maria, Maria”.

Bread & Butter is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

29. Bread & Butter

5.9
419 Park Ave S (at E 29th St.), New York, NY
Café · Rose Hill · 89 tips and reviews

Michael J.Michael Janiak: So much to choose from in one place, never fails me when I need lunch on the quick.

The Hurricane Club is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

30. The Hurricane Club

360 Park Ave S (at E 26th St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · NoMad · 152 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The tiki trend gains some food-world cred: Craig Koketsu (Quality Meats) is in the kitchen and Richard Leach (Park Avenue Summer) brings the booze.

Markt is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

31. Markt

676 Avenue of the Americas (at W 21st St), New York, NY
Belgian Restaurant · Flatiron District · 155 tips and reviews

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: Mussels, served about a half-dozen ways, are the most popular menu item. The restaurant also features an impressive beer list. Read more.

Waldy’s Wood Fired Pizza & Penne is one of The 51 Madison Avenue Hit List.

32. Waldy’s Wood Fired Pizza & Penne

800 Avenue of the Americas (btwn W 27th & W 28th St), New York, NY
Pizzeria · NoMad · 145 tips and reviews