September 8, 2009

Hotel Griffou New York

Old world is the new downtown feel. Leather banquettes, gold-framed paintings, and soft light from chandeliers call for stuffed lobster tails with brown butter veloute and steak tartare with a fried quail egg. Cocktails obligatory: Try the Trophy Wife.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Classic Cocktails, Exclusive

September 8, 2009

Craftsteak New York

Branch of Tom Colicchio’s Craft empire. A steak house with chic New York style.

  Chelsea, Food & Drink, Celebrity Chef, Meatheads

September 8, 2009

Dovetail New York

An UWS star that delights museum-goers, well-behaved couples, and sophisticated Uptowners (and their elegant moms) with amuse-bouche and petits fours.

  Manhattan, Food & Drink, Ladies Who Lunch, Lunch Spot

September 8, 2009

Diner New York

Retro caboose diner with cozy booths and chummy waiters who memorize the changing menu and pull up a chair to scribble it on your tablecloth. The specials are out of this world. The hipsters are to dine for.

  Brooklyn, Food & Drink, Brunch, Foodies

September 8, 2009

Craft New York

Celebrated restaurant from Tom Colicchio serves his best to NYC foodies.

  Gramercy-Flatiron, Food & Drink, Celebrity Chef, Foodies

September 8, 2009

Gramercy Tavern New York

Poach it. Braise it. Work it. Love it. Elegant barnyard fare amidst colorful, mural-wrapped walls and full floral arrangements. Seasonal menus keep things fresh.

  Gramercy-Flatiron, Food & Drink, Lunch Spot, Power Lunch

September 8, 2009

Blue Ribbon Bakery New York

Downtown’s beloved brunching, lunching, and supping staple never disappoints. Convivial atmosphere has guests lingering for hours (with the waitstaff!) — enough time to justify ordering chocolate chip bread pudding for dessert.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Brunch, Good for Groups

May 7, 2009

Watty & Meg New York

Sweet 66-seater with a seasonal, modern American menu (garlic shrimp and havarti grits, chimichurri roasted chicken) and a homey, reclaimed wood vibe.

  BoCoCa, Food & Drink, Brunch, Charmer