Travel back to old Russia with Mari Vanna's elegant décor, traditional Russian food, and smiling staff. Try their infused vodka and herring with scallions. The combination is divine.
The specialty soups. The fresh tofu. best lunch spot, especially on cold or rainy days.
“Spring is in the air, and outside seating begins! Nothing beats gobbling french fries as you watch girls stumble in stilettos over cobble stone streets!” – Renee, Setup Squad
Service is a little slow, but the food is worth it. Order the Irish breakfast on a Sunday morning for the full experience.
A perpetual favorite with the weekend brunch crowds, go before 11 to get the best of the dim sum and avoid painful waits. - Inspector
New York Magazine's Daniel Maurer's favorite hotspot is this popular eatery for its funky energy and unpretentious vibe - a rarity in NYC.
A very low-key and unassuming atmosphere with some perfect ramen. Try the Spicy Miso and the Gyozas…which are all prepared in front of you.
Tyler Florence reveals his favorite on a stick, Mexican Grilled Corn, dusted with chili powder, lime and cotija cheese, at Cafe Habana on The Best Thing I Ever Ate. Find more tips at FN Local. Read more.
Impress your date at this intimate dinner spot, which offers shareable Asian “tapas” created by chef King Phojanakong. The small plates are also affordable, with most in the $7–$12 range. Read more.
Mario Batali's now-classic West Village townhouse restaurant where pastas and offal dishes may redefine what you think of Italian food Read more.
For brunch, the Croque Madame, Cocotte (eggs selection) and the waffles - Gaufre aux Fraises (add chocolate) are excellent choices! I find the waffles to be simply the best. Best Belgian in the city!
Gotta get the Tuna Tarts and Crispy shrimp to start. Years later, still one one of my favorite sushi spots in the city.
Named for a Havana ice cream shop, this is an all-hours "traditional Cuban luncheonette" from the Toloache/Yerba Buena chef's outfitted Caribbean-style. Read more.
The 2-room gastro-venture is Mexican, with the chicharon to back it up. Guac with cashew salsa, red snapper ceviche, masa tarts with short rib & tacos. Read more.
"Zabb Elee" is a Thai saying used when a dish is extremely spicy (always in a good way)
Delicious, fresh, Mediterranean fare in a homey setting at an affordable price. What more could you want? [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
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.
This Chinese landmark brought House Special Fried Pork Ribs & Shrimp with Walnut & Broccoli in Mayonnaise for Choice Eats- but the menu is so extensive, we recommend you get a few more dishes as well!
Robert Irvine recommends the Victoria Sandwich Cake for a true British treat at Tea & Sympathy in New York, NY, on Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate.Find more tips at Food Network Local. Read more.
Hit the ATM because this Italian hot spot is cash only. And it's worth it—the West Village standby boasts yummy pasta, sunny scenery and a shot at glimpsing frequent patrons Jay-Z and Beyoncé.
The consensus here is to order De Pabellon, and we whole heartedly agree. Shredded beef, black beans, and cheese stuffed into a pocket bun. You'll want to come back after eating here.
The best beer gardens in Bavaria aren’t new: they’re old, well-worn places with big mugs of traditional brews. 4 seasonal beers including Paulaner Salvator & Ayinger Celebrator are on the menu. Read more.
Look out for luminaries of the financial, film, and TV industries at this casual Italian restaurant. The most popular dishes are "My Grandmothers' Ravioli" and the slow-cooked lamb sandwich, both $16. Read more.
If you have a strong constitution, try the Phaal – an excruciatingly hot curry. Otherwise, the Chicken Tikka Masala is a safe bet, paired with Sesame Naan.
Start with the Octopus, it's simply amazing and what Dell is known for. Feeling adventurous? Then start with the sweetbreads. They melt in your mouth. Yum.
Home of a top-five-caliber roast chicken and gentle prices, this Ital. is especially good in warm weather, when the garage door walls of the restaurant go up.
The décor is farmland rustic -- a homier version of Morandi -- with Emilia Romagnan cuisine like sauteed calf brain wrapped in prosciutto, bone-in pork neck, and variety of traditional pastas. Read more.
Charcuterie! Pasta! Ribs! Ricotta! Agnolotti! Affogato! Agrodolce (cocktail with rye and aged balsamic)! Even the bread and evoo is DAMN GOOD.
At this authentic Japanese robatayaki, fresh fish, meats and vegetables roast on vertical stakes in front of charcoal. Try the tsukune, a chicken dumpling grilled on a wooden spoon. Read more.
Can you smell that woodsmoke, from the fireplace? Divine. (You’ll smell it tomorrow in your hair.) Now have some wine and tortellini, pork. Read more.
You know you’re getting that butter-poached lobster, or the lamb, so work back from there, with wines to match. Oh, man. Read more.
Dude, it's Momofuku Ssam—arguably chef David Chang's best work, and certainly his most varied. A recent kitchen restaffing brings fresh life to the menu. Order the buttermilk. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Junoon’s underground spice room is at the heart of the restaurant’s every dish. Every spice used is ground fresh daily—giving each masala and curry a unique aroma that couldn't be found in a box.
The Socarrat-born (& neighboring) cafe aces churros with spicy Aztec chocolate dipping sauce, stuffed churros, breakfast rolls rigged with chorizo & eggs, & funky toasted sandwiches called bikinis. Read more.
Incredibly fun and delicious restaurant. Let your waitress order your food. Start your evening with a Dr. Funk and stay for the late-night experience.
The place began life as an evening tenant at the Dumbo General Store, but the atmosphere in its new location on the Bowery is meant to evoke the sophistication of contemporary Mexico. Read more.
I love this izakaya. Just when you thought there was no cool place to eat in this 'hood. Go downstairs, grab a table in the nook or the bar (only two spots I like) and try everything on the menu
A gem in the West Village! Saturday brunch is fun at this spot with Mexican infused cuisine. Big portions you can share. Champagne and sangria unlimited for an extra price.
Great place to celebrate a birthday or start a crazy night! Go on Bingo or Hula Nights. This place is always crowded. Ask to sit in the Elvis room.
Great cocktails, sexy crowd. Dinner by day, dancehall lounge by night. Feels like the West Indies, a good vibe for sure.
“Bring your bib with you because the food at Scarpetta is so amazing you'll be drooling on your way home! You have to try the Black Tagliolini!” - Meredith, Setup Squad
Don’t stare at the celebrity chef. Get started. Have a pickled martini and a squid-ink soup, fiery and rich. It tastes of brisket and joy. Read more.
After walking into this basement eatery one Louis Vuitton Friend of the House swears she’s in Japan. She loves the sake selection. Find out who at the LV Amble site. Read more.
Never in this town have oozy blobs of melted buffalo mozzarella and bright San Marzano tomatoes frolicked in such ecstatic harmony, says the Underground Gourmet. Our pick for the city's best pizza! Read more.
It should surprise no one that this Mario Batali restaurant has some of the best salads, pastas and pizza in NYC. Even better: you can take home a cookbook and recreate your favorite dishes at home!
Follow in the footsteps of Anthony Bourdain and grab a spicy cumin lamb burger. One of the best eats in the city. Only $3!
A great place for a lazy Sunday brunch – go for the Omelette d’Alsace or the Frittata Provencal, or maybe the Apple Pancake or the Tarte Flambee – everything is delicious.
If you feel like splurging on the most amazing Sushi, go with the Omakase. The restaurant is small and the service can be a little spotty.
Book the kaiseki days in advance and take home your leftover rice for breakfast. - Inspector
come here on a rainy afternoon. sit in the corner by the window. get one of the sets. order up a tea you've never had before. tune out everyone and read your book.
All the pastas are homemade so you can't go wrong, but the cavatelli is a personal fave. Also: the vodka pie, the braised vegetables, the cannoli.
Best Bomboloni: They come in four flavors, including chocolate and vanilla crème, but our favorites were the chantilly and a sweet strawberry jam. Read more.
Natto (fermented soybean) on "cold soba is mixed with egg, soy, onions and crushed sesame seeds. This dish is an amazing taste experience, sour and sweet and salty at the same time." ($8.50). Read more.
Come with friends, order a carafe of the house white wine and several plates to share, family-style. Mussels are A++, as is the steak tartare.
Loud, clubby and crowded—and home of one of the most authentic steak frites downtown. A straight classic (despite the untimely removal of Raoul's twin outdoor benches). [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Tiny restaurant, so expect long lines. However, you’ll be rewarded with a delicious ramen broth. Try the Chicken Ramen and the Char Su Pork Ramen, which is blowtorch charred right in front of you.
There are only five pizzas worth eating in New York & Luzzo’s is amongst them. Nothing beats their standard gooey margarita pie. - Soraya
A step up from the St. Marks chaos of Yakitori Taisho and Oh Taisho - darker, more grown up, better food. Crispy fried squid legs, ikura don, sake.
They make their own soba daily. The soba lunchbox specials are delicious and a great way to try a variety of items. They have the best gomae and Japanese omelets. -Malika Ameen, Top Chef Just Desserts
If you haven't been the the Maison Ladurée in Paris, this is a must. If you have been, this is still a must. At $2.75 per macaron, feel free to splurge. We recommend the salted caramel.
NY. Yet another Keith McNally hot-spot, we love the pastas and lively environment at Morandi. Must try: the burrata e pachini and Pici Al Limone spaghetti.
Frank Decarlo's countryside Italian restaurant has long been a staple on the first-date circuit. The room is warm and the food, mostly cooked in clay pots, impossibly comforting. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
do you like early 90s hip hop and expensive italian? me too. great date spot but they only take reservs for parties of 4 so be prepared to wait. octopus antipasti is excellent as is the pork.
The Koi Dragon Roll is a life altering experience. Excellent service and they make a great Dark and Stormy. However, you're definitely at risk of braking the bank at this spot.
nestled in an enclave at the darling jane hotel lies cafe gitane, a lovely restaurant with a french mediterranean twist. try the cous cous!
The first east side restaurant from the owners of Dell'anima & L'Artusi. Try the pasta, definitely.
Recommended dishes: Sizzling sisig, arroz caldo, bangus, puqui puqui and kare kare. Read more.
Good looking Aussies hang out here 24/7. Maybe because it's also owned by Aussies. In any case, the salads here are fresh and amazing. Love the pear & walnut version best.
The picante is spicy and delicious. Chorizo with Basque peppers, tomatoes, a soft cheese, and a healthy dose of olive oil on a big crusty ciabatta.
Best lebanese restaurant ever! One of the most giving and generous. They support many nonprofit and charitable causes around the city. YOU HAVE to try the Duck Shwarma!!! It's the best!!!
Consistently good Moroccan food here. Try the Lamb Tagine or the Cous-Cous Merguez and after your meal take a stroll through Tompkins Square Park.
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.
I recently came to appreciate Austrian food, and I have Chef Kurt Gutenbrenner to thank for it. I cannot get enough of his venison goulash with spaetzle or any of those juicy würsts. -Gail Simmons, To
Mom-approved Filipino food. Get dinuguan, tocino, sinigang, and pancit palabok. Finish with the halo-halo special. Busog na ako! - Jake Manabat, Hunting Season
Grows their herbs and lettuce on the roof and Mozzarella is made fresh daily. 'Nuff said. Homemade coppa and testa that can't be beat. Best of NYC, Critics' choice for winner of best Italian!
Menu includes egg rolls filled with Katz's pastrami, shrimp & spinach-y dumplings shaped like goldfish, daikon cupcakes, chrysanthemum shrimp, & fried fish on a stick with Sichuan peppercorn salt. Read more.
The dimsum there is so good, they call it "prefect"!
