This West Village hot spot wanted ivy creeping up its 1839 facade, so they installed fake ivy made of silk. But the Landmarks Preservation Commission ordered it taken down. 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.
Pricey hamburgers are usually all style and no substance, but it's difficult to have any beef with the $26 Black Label burger made with prime dry-aged cuts at this hot spot.
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.
Intimate and romantic. A perfect date spot. The cute chef and amazing small plates aren't bad either. -Jacqueline Lombard, Top Chef
It’s an earthier take on weekend brunch here where New York’s reigning Iron Chef turns out thick waffles with fried quail and an ingenious “Eggs Benny.” Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.
Rustic Italian eatery from the makers of 'ino. A good romantic spot set in a magically warm room, decked out in dark woods, slate-blue walls and lit by candles.
