Not really a big fan of Thai food, but this place is pretty good. The calamari appetizer was great and definitely try the curry puffs!
The roomier location of this East Village favorite for saucy, spicy Venezuelan sandwiches.
For Parties 6 or more, this location is better/bigger than the one in the city. This location accepts reservations too. Order any beer and get a shot of Venezuelan Rum for $1...
get the 'taste of maine' and have a taste of everything: shrimp roll, lobster roll, crab roll & empress claws. eat it slowly and let yourself float; otherwise you gonna drown in food
The Lobster Roll is the most popular in the city (#2 is Pearl Oyster Bar, #3 Ed's Lobster Bar, #4 Mary's Fish Camp and #5 The Mermaid Inn).
Their Irish spirit is everywhere--just try the scrumptious Irish smoked salmon! When you sign up for LocalBonus, you'll earn points that will enable you to receive a voucher for $10 at Jack Demsey's! Read more.
Try the chorizo taco at this Bushwick tortilla factory. It's one of NYC's 26 best tacos! Read more.
Deviled eggs with bacon, hot sauce and jalapeños are delish. BBQ duck nachos, too! Oh & in case you didn't read other 4sq tips, they're famous for custom - "bespoke" - cocktails made to your tastes!
Decent to great ramen depending on what you order. Miso ramen, shio ramen, and abura soba are the best of the lot.
Get the house favorite "Yebisu Ramen" with a spicy egg for that extra kick. Then be prepared to have your taste buds totally blown away with delicious infused flavors. From first bite until your last.
Just Opened. Pronounced “shiksa”. Taste: B.E.C Quesadillas, smoked pork belly, blue cheese, bearnaise, pasilla-prune-pulque or Foie gras al pastor, roasted pineapple, torrejas, chipotle, ancho honey Read more.
Steak tacos with bone marrow steak tar tar. You should also get the foie gras al pastor and grilled carrots.
Spanish mackerel tartare, mango jalapeño , various herbs, avocado mousse , tortillas. - perfect
Fancy? Maybe. Snobby? Not at all. Sit at the bar and talk to friendly bartenders who know what they're doing. Order the oyster and scallops!! The porkbelly melts in your mouth.
New. Ambiance? Simple & chic with lots and lots of dark wood. Food? Roasted Salmon Ramen(Spicy Miso Dashi, Wakame (here it is - http://goo.gl/93uKW), scallion) tasty & perfect on a cold winter night Read more.
Exactly what bburg needed. A brilliant ramen joint (the pork broth is amazing) w/some of the most excellent sushi I've had in nyc. The scallop sushi was so heavenly that we had a piece as dessert.
Malaysianish barbecue in a setting that recalls Williamsburg '92. Get bacon, with a tall cold beer. Get some pig. And the crab laksa, yes. Read more.
You know that famous Blue Ribbon fried chicken? Here you can get it as wings. Oh, and bone marrow fried rice. It's like Brasserie & Sushi had a baby after a one-night stand on the LES.
Seafood-centric Italian with great cocktails to match. Don't miss oyster happy hour either.
"At this East Village neighborhood spot, the Strada ($65) includes half chilled lobster, whelks, periwinkles, shrimp, Nantucket bay scallops, ceviche, Jonah crab claws, littlenecks, and a variety..." Read more.
Bar Jamon, a tiny Spanish wine bar serving small plates in New York, NY, is the brainchild of chef Andy Nusser and Mario Batali. Find more tips at FN Local. Read more.
Definitely worth it if you are out and about late night and looking for a place to eat and drink. Love the skewers, the noodles, ramen, and bangin selection of sake.
Drinks and grub are great here, with a continental beer/wine list, tried and true cocktails, and plates like hungarian meatballs and mussels steamed in white wine. Read more.
Restaurateur Matt Abramcyk’s cubbyhole hideout in a former seafarer’s inn serves retro cocktails and comfort food (meatballs; house-pickled vegetables).
“Share some Hungarian Meatballs and a charcuterie plate with the work crew at the bar while shop talking over a round of Old Speckled Hens.” More at http://www.partyearth.com/venues/smith-mills.
Decadent, tasty dishes. Fish with seasonal purees. Great raw dishes and lovely townhouse atmosphere. A sanctuary from busy meatpacking vibe. Backyard perfect late Sunday summer nights.
Beautiful space, with airy design. Cool cocktails (the huntress) and friendly bartenders. Fantastic original choices on the menu: artsy salads, clams with foam, goat, shrimp/saffron. All good!
George Mendes’s Flatiron spot is Adam Platt’s pick for the best Portuguese in New York. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.
Enjoy Chef George Mendes’ Iberian-inflected creations. The dining counter overlooking the master at work is perfect for a solo bite while the second floor dining room is great for a group. -Inspector
Upscale Indian food representing all regions of India. Lighter than usual. Naan and other breads truly amazing. Fantastic choice for vegetarians, good for crowds and special occasions.
Roomy space with peaceful vibe. Bar snack: mussels in cream sauce or selection of charcuterie. Great salads (hazelnut), pork chop, octopus. My vegetarian friend got a special risotto made for him.
Make a special occasion even more special. Do a tasting menu, the chef will also send out special bites in between, plan to spend a leisurely night, and lots of $, but totally worth it.
If you are looking for the best, truly creative pasta dishes, head here to indulge. Service is friendly, and constant, esp at the bar.
Load up on seafood at this MICHELIN starred romantic spot with famed views of the city skyline, but also be sure to order a few veggies from their vegetable garden in Red Hook. - Green Guide Editor
After dinner take a stroll in the new Brooklyn bridge park. If you're a true romance pants, get a bottle of wine (corked) to go and enjoy the views.
For special occasions it’s hard to beat this mainstay with Brooklyn Bridge views. For a more relaxed date, sit in the terrace and sample appetizers, desserts and drinks ($25 per-person minimum). Read more.
the salmon carpaccio was stellar 6/7 times I had it here. the 1/7 time brought me to orgasm
My favorite Summer drink spot. Can't remember if it's Tues or Thurs eve that it turns that the dance floor opens up. The gays come out in full force..SO MUCH FUN
Pimentos de Padron are just like in Spain. Wow. Good selection of tapas abd love their cocktail selection names.
Craving fancy confectionary with a plain price? Find the dessert truck for swanky $6 sweets. Get Crème Brulee made with Madagascan vanilla. Read more.
You can’t go wrong with the Chocolate Bread Pudding. The owners - all former pastry chefs at Le Cirque - wanted to bring five star desserts to the masses, and thank god they have. - Jeremy
