October 1, 2009

Bar Celona New York

Traditional Spanish small plates with a Latin twist at this former glue factory-turned-sexed-up tapas den. Impressive, artisanal cocktails (Albino Old Fashioned, Paellarinha) courtesy of The Tippling Bros.

  Brooklyn, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Classic Cocktails

September 8, 2009

The Richardson New York

A speakeasy done right thanks to a lack of pretension and the right balance of mahogany decor, old-timey touches like vintage cash registers, and a pleasing selection of draft beers and house cocktails.

  Brooklyn, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Classic Cocktails

September 8, 2009

'Ino New York

Cozy, quick bites start with wild panini and bruschetta combos. Extensive wine list to match. Truffled egg toast at 2 a.m.? Yes, please.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Breakfast

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

September 8, 2009

Raoul's New York

When you’re in the mood for a long, boozy meal, have your steak au poivre (and eat it, too) in the quiet back garden.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Bar Menu

September 8, 2009

Ramen Setagaya New York

Think you’ve had real ramen? The way-popular Tokyo export serves noodles thick and thin in an amazing fishy-but-not-too-fishy shio broth. Great for solo dining (sit at the bar and watch the kitchen).

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Japanese Awesomeness

September 8, 2009

DBGB New York

From Daniel Boulud comes this gastropub that’s got a younger vibe, thanks to industrial decor of stainless steel and dark wood details, plus a downtown crowd. The specialty of the house is sausage, which includes fourteen varieties. There’s an ice cream sundae cart to boot.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Brunch

September 8, 2009

Dell’Anima New York

It’s loud, it’s warm, and it’s delicious, but it’s a tight fit. Seems like the wee Italian enoteca is filled with yuppie-type young businessmen who recently “discovered” life below 14th Street. Oh, well.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Brunch

September 8, 2009

Flatbush Farm New York

Barnyard-chic cuisine: food straight from the farm sourced from local purveyors. Enjoy grass-fed beef and cast-iron half chicken in the lofty dining room; move to Bar(n), the adjoining watering hole.

  Brooklyn, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Brunch