Great spot for a group dinner. The seafood is always fresh; try any lobster dish, especially the Lobster Mac..
ANY David Chang spot is a good choice in my opinion. At this location, try the tasting menu with wine pairing - it's absolutely worth it!
Easy to miss from the outside, so keep an eye out! You must try the crack pie and the cereal milk soft serve. Coffee is decent.
Great spot for a late night hot dog. The dogs a bit larger than the standard Nathan's hot dog. The seating area is small and I recommend going on off-hours.
Ansel's entire menu has great options, but recently known for their cronut which is amazing! There are sometimes lines, so be prepared for a little wait.
A classic yet touristy steakhouse in NYC. Standard menu and generally satisfying. I typically go for a porterhouse at spots like this, but I would recommend the Cajun Ribeye instead.
With a few locations, this one is bit tucked away. Try the crostinis and the fig salad.
Udon noodles hit the spot on a cold day! Great location in SoHo however Raku also has a location in the E. Village.
All pizza is good pizza, right? Even in NYC. Emmy's has very good Detroit-style pizza. If feeling adventurous, opt for the fried chicken pizza.
Classic spot for an amazing slice of thin crust pizza. Worth the trip to East Harlem.
Great coffee spot, originally from San Fran with a few locations throughout NYC. Try a snack (the avo toast is tasty) and a cortado coffee.
Very wall street-esque place. Don't skip the bread at the beginning - it's warm and served with liver paste covered in everything bagel seasoning. SO GOOD!
Great LES-area indoor beer garden (and within a very eclectic neighborhood). I love the Schofferhofer!
Long-time NYC favorite Japanese spot in Meatpacking. The short rib is very tasty. Also a great spot to go to for NYC Restaurant week.
Great spot with an outdoor patio area that is filled with locals for happy hour. Try the lobster roll!
Affordable pizza and spot has an outdoor seating area. Friendly vibe and great for lunch.
Fun spot with plenty of local finance folks enjoying light bites and happy hour. The patio is packed in the summer as it oversees the North Cove Marina.
Very trendy SoHo vibe and food is tasty. Don't skip dessert here - the Butterscotch Pudding is amazing.
Tied to the Standard hotel, this spot is very busy and has nice outdoor seating in the summer.
Robert De Niro owned spot, good food but a bit pricey. Expect a slightly older crowd.
Best coffee spot for cold brews and lattes! They have Oat Milk - no almond milk (just FYI).
Great spot for celeb-spotting and a delicious brunch menu. You won't want to skimp on the carbs here - def get the pancakes and the biscuits.
Great spot near the High Line. Amazing for brunch and be sure to make reservations in advance.
Fun brunch spot with take on Mediterranean dishes. Can't go wrong with $20 unlimited champagne.
A bit hidden in a paper store! Delicious pastries and overall brunch spot. Try the lavender cookies.
All dishes have great flavor, but the spicy hot pot beef noodle soup has been my favorite.
Wonderful spot to enjoy brunch with plenty of sharable plates. You MUST order the tater tots and the pistachio morning bun.
This place is BYOB! Hole in the wall authentic Chinese. It's perfect for late night and the fried dumplings are really tasty.
The soft serve is fantastic. Try the watermelon soft serve in the summer. .
Wonderful midtown breakfast option. Check out the summer salad with greens, tuna and poached eggs.
Delicious menu. Apart from the obvious (steak), try tuna tartar and oysters.
Trendy steakhouse with loud music. The steak is always delicious but definitely come here more for the experience.
Only Georgian restaurant in NYC at this time. You'll enjoy unique bites, including the Georgian molten cheese bread. It's unbelievable.
This is a super fun Russian spot. The decor is beautiful, they have house infused vodkas and an affordable Sunday brunch.
Marea is a two star Michelin restaurant and one of my longtime favorite spots on Central Park South. Get the Fusilli.
This restaurant has been around for 30 years and is a longtime local favorite spot. Try the lasagna!
Lunch includes a glass of wine. FANTASTIC! One of my favorite W. Village spots for all occasions.
Attached to 11 Howard, this place is lined with velvet couches and a very buzzy evening crowd. It's tough to get in.
Recently renovated, Jean-Georges Restaurant. Charming, amazing service and of course wonderful dishes Try the Roasted Duck.
One of the most authentic French restaurants in NYC - there is even a location in Paris! Start with the Mousse de Foie and the Coq au Vin as an entree paired with the Artichauts.
The most popular dish here is the burger with Roquefort and shoestring fries. To get the full experience and not miss out on the burger opt to split it and experiment with the small plates!
