Stephanie Loleng

"Go during the week because the lines aren't long and you can actually get a seat! Really good, solid burgers, crisp fries and a decent beer on draft -- all for under $20 in the Upper West Side."

"Some of the best ramen I've had outside of Japan. The pork buns are amazing too! Atmosphere is lively, mixed drinks are tasty."

"Good fried calamari and four-cheese pizza (Quatro Formaggi) in Hell's Kitchen."