A hearty pasta recipe for your next night in.
A hearty pasta recipe for your next night in.
At the refined West Village outpost of Yerba Buena, chef Julian Medina (Toloache) continues his pan-Latin theme with Brazilian croquetes de queijo, Peruvian arepas, and watermelon fries. Also of note: The resto dry and wet ages its steaks.
Ignore the name and settle into the cozy Italian joint for traditional dishes like buffalo mozzarella, osso bucco, and hearty risotto. Noodles? Yeah, there are those, too.
Plush red walls, low lighting, and fancy upholstery lend an old-world air; cheap drinks and trendy young things lounging on the banquettes take out the stuffiness.
Push aside heavy curtains to enter into this dark and elegant eatery, the coziest spot in the neighborhood. Posh cocktails flirt with a plucky, seasonal menu among old books and candlelight.
Slender tapas bar serves the gallery crowd with small plates of patatas bravas and large glasses of sangria.
Photo: Courtesy of Tia Pol
Cozy and friendly Brooklyn wine bar goes Italian with formaggi selections of ricotta salanta and unripened mozzarella alongside panini, crostini, and salad choices to keep you noshing late into the night.
Think you’re having trouble saying the name now? Wait until you’re sloshed on obscure, imported microbrews and have your mouth full from the meat and cheese plate. Local watering hole has an eclectic, cozy ambiance and a cult following.
Photo: Courtesy of Spuyten Duvil
Greenmarket produce + house-made condiments = seasonal perfection in a very cozy corner spot. Swine of the Week never disappoints.
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.