October 5, 2009

Crosby Street Hotel New York

The first U.S. property of UK hotel chainlet Firmdale, the Brit-pop space has 86 wildly designed bedrooms and suites with upholstered walls, bold color combos, and floor-to-ceiling warehouse style windows. There’s also an outdoor garden, a guest drawing room, high tea service, and 99-seat screening theater (a Firmdale trademark).

  Downtown, Food & Drink, British Imports, Good for Groups

September 8, 2009

'Inoteca and Liquiri Bar New York

&Handmade pastas, strong cocktails, and a dining room out of a high-class porno — big banquettes, marble walls, carpeting, and service until 3 a.m.

  East Side, Food & Drink, Brunch, Classic Cocktails