Beauty's got a nightly selection of crostinis (burrata, bone marrow...) called "Jewels on Toast", which unlike family jewels, your date will actually want to polish off. Mehr erfahren.
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.
Delicious upscale cocktails. Try the Poet’s Dream with orange bitters, gin, dry vermouth and benedictine. You'll be a poet before you know it.
MTV News: We met up with Common here for the ‘Only The Brave’ showcase. You’ll get better visuals than audio at this venue.
For my gals over 40 who want to meet a millionaire: run to Mastro's Steakhouse in Beverly Hills and try the Flaming Cosmo. -Patti Stanger, Millionaire Matchmaker
“Great Bloody Mary selection if you go for brunch! Try the Green Tomato!” – Renee, Setup Squad
Recommended: Turkey sandwich, cross-cut marrow bones, salad, oysters, Wilkinsons for dessert. The well-charred “hamburger sandwich” is a balm to an appetite fatigued by too many baroque burgers. Mehr erfahren.
Chef Hiro is the best thing that has happened to sushi in a long time. If you like raw fish and killer combinations, go there! -Fabio Viviani, Top Chef
My perfect neighborhood brunch spot.You must try the baked eggs with fresh tomato and basil, German pancakes, or crisp Swiss potato with Gravlox. -Gail Simmons, Top Chef
The circa-1907 chandelier depicts a barmaid among clusters of grapes, harkening back to the space’s original use: a men-only barroom.
Try the chilled artichoke or Peekytoe Crab Cakes. Tables are well-spaced, making eavesdropping hard and good conversation irresistible. Mehr erfahren.
Have fried duck egg on asparagus, griddled razor clams, fantastic tripe. This is Spanish food from a bustling heaven, with wine to match.
Chef/owner Jonathan Waxman runs this neighborhood place and makes food that makes people happy. -Jimmy Bradley , Top Chef
Made-to-order tableside guac and a 100-plus tequilalist keep stars like Jessica Simpson dipping in. Tip: Snag a sidewalk seatat their spanking-new Hudson Street location for good people-watching.
Recommended: Steak, sticky toffee pudding. If you want to head on over early and have a martini, try out the haddock tart at the bar. Mehr erfahren.
No LES grit here; just posh comfort food, from Kobe beef sliders and French onion dumplings to blood orange jalapeno margaritas. Don't skip the just-out-of-the-oil donuts—a fave at Matt Damon's table.
The lamb biryani is the standout. Juices from the tender meat make the rice so moist, you need only a dab of raita. Mehr erfahren.
Packed with dresses that are both pretty and subtle. Plus, it now offers beauty services.
The most popular sandwich here is a five-inch bun stuffed with prosciutto, mozzarella and tomatoes for $13.50. It weighs eight ounces with a meat-and-cheese to bread ratio of two to one. Mehr erfahren.
The lost and found in this once glorious transit hub took in more than fifteen hundred umbrellas in 1947, according to a Talk of the Town story. Mehr erfahren.
Vons is usually PACKED. As is the bar next door. Try killing time @ think coffee or varvatos. Always +20 to the wait time
There are days when the only proper response to life is bangers and mash, pints of Guinness and sawdust on the floor. Here’s your man.
Pastis is a zoo during peak hours, but I like to go there for brekky and late-night bistro food, like French Onion Soup. -Andy Cohen, Watch What Happens Live!
Lunch is a don't-miss scene, but by dinner the star-filled patio is pretty exclusive. Tip: Neighboring Bar Marmont is more low-key, but still will give you that classic Hollywood experience.
Solid food, an exciting wine program (choice bottles are served at cost weekly), and killer terrine. Hey, it's a Daniel Boulud joint, so what else would you expect? [Eater 38 Member] Mehr erfahren.
The high-end indie and vintage clothing shop makes us feel like we’re raiding someone's (enviable) closet. Pop next door for jewelry. If you meet Orson (woof), tell him we sent you. Mehr erfahren.
The tiny, French-inspired dining room and adorable garden are perfect accents to this humble favorite. Each dish is a masterpiece - we especially recommend the olive-oil-poached char with crayfish.
Consider the house-made pastas ($17-$18) or the popular charred octopus with chorizo dish ($16). Mehr erfahren.
Lyonnaise bar food in an elegant setting, good for lunch or dinner before (or after) Lincoln Center. Terrific wines and amazing cured meats.
