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

February 12, 2008

Mia Dona Restaurant New York

Inexpensive Mediterranean classics in a railroad setup. Roasted garlic in breadbaskets and affordable wine choices make Midtown much more bearable.

  East Side, Food & Drink, Brunch, Celebrity Chef

December 10, 2007

Blue Hill New York

If you can’t make the trip to the Hudson Valley outpost (an old Rockefeller estate with a working farm), go here for chef Dan Barber’s plentiful bounty. Fresh is the name of the game — observed and ingested with reverence.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Locavore, Prix Fixe

December 7, 2006

Wallse New York

Sweet Austrian restaurant on the corner surprises with modern takes on spaetzle, schnitzel, and strudel.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Brunch, Private Parties

August 10, 2006

Jack's Luxury Oyster Bar New York

Corridor-size digs house a bicoastal raw bar and eager, seafoodie patrons. Fifty bucks gets you a taste of almost everything on the menu.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Hot Date, Neighborhood Gem

August 8, 2006

L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon New York

Hold onto your counter seat for a slew of cross-cuisine tastings. Omakase-style dishes live up to execution-praising hype.

  Manhattan, Food & Drink, Celebrity Chef, Molecular Gastronomy