Dave Silverstone: Forget "Spice" - the McD's of NYC Thai food - and grab a meal here, at Chelsea's best Thai spot. It's stylish, affordable, friendly, and the food and drinks are a leap ahead of nearby competition!
Mark Fortier: Fast, friendly service. Attracts cubans & has authentic non-glam hole in the wall charm. Churrasco steak is delicious and filling but prepare for enough garlic to kill off the entire cast of Twilight.
227 10th Ave (btwn W 23rd & W 24th St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Chelsea · 130 tips and reviews
Dave Silverstone: Back before the overpriced condos and trendmongers of the Meatpacking, Red Cat was making delicious, creative New American cuisine for the art gallery set and other locals. Still as good as ever.
Dave Silverstone: It's everything you've heard, and more -- but almost impossible to get into without a long wait at peak hours. If you're impatient, El Quinto Pino is a fine nearby alternate.
207 10th Ave (Between 22nd and 23rd), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Chelsea · 118 tips and reviews
Dave Silverstone: A stellar newcomer with a stylish design, wonderful staff, an authentic, inventive Japanese pub menu, and WOW what a sake collection! The sushi is serviceable, but it's not the main attraction.