November 19, 2009

Spot Dessert Bar New York

Asian flavors meet American style at Pichet Ong’s newest, ecofriendly sweets factory. Head downstairs for chocolate pudding with Thai coffee and cocoa pearls or white miso semifreddo.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Calorie Counts, Sweet Tooth

September 8, 2009

Permanent Brunch New York

Early riser, night owl. No matter your sleeping pattern, you’ll never miss the first meal of the day at this new East Village joint, where it’s all breakfast, all the time. (What could go wrong at the bacon bar?)

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Breakfast, Brunch

September 8, 2009

Mayahuel New York

Death & Co. crew introduces an intimate Mexican cocktail den working hard to defy tequila stereotypes. (So try not to mention worms in bottles, sticky body shots, or frozen margaritas.)

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Boozehound, Classic Cocktails

September 8, 2009

McSorley's Old Ale House New York

The last bar in NYC to admit women. The rowdy atmosphere remains in the floor covered in sawdust and demanding barmen (hint: Pay up-front and tip heavily or they’ll stand there and ask for more). The only thing to drink is the house beer, which comes in two flavors — light or dark. What’ll it be, lassie?

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Landmark, Local Brew

September 8, 2009

Bar Carrera New York

Simple, cozy, concrete bar with high stools, small Basque plates, and plenty of strawberry sangria.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Late Night, Light Bites

September 8, 2009

Momofuku Noodle Bar New York

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Carbo Loading, Hangover Cure

September 8, 2009

Von New York

Dark wood decor, marble countertops, and low lighting add a European vibe to this laid-back bar, where artsy types sip imported beers and wines by the glass.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Romantic

September 8, 2009

Death & Co. New York

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Classic Cocktails, Good for Groups

September 8, 2009

The Mermaid Inn New York

Self-described “beatnik funky clam shack” blends New England flair with hipster je ne sais quoi. Result: a relaxed, take-it-easy atmosphere where the seafood is off the hook (literally). Go ahead, get the lobster.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Bar Menu