NYC Restaurants

Le Bernardin Seafood | Midtown West

155 W 51st Street (bet 6th & 7th)

212.554.1515

www.le-bernardin.com

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Ippudo Japanese Noodle | East Village

65 4th Avenue (bet 9th & 10th St)

212.388.0088

http://www.ippudony.com/

Notes: Phenomenal ramen in wonderfully-rich broth and scrumptious pork buns. Casual and affordable, and a hearty greeting when you enter the dining room. No reservations, so expect to wait.  

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Artisanal Brasserie | Murray Hill

2 Park Avenue (bet. Madison & Park)

212.725.8585

www.artisanalbistro.com

Notes: It’s all about the cheese, and the fondue is to die for. The onion soup is sensational as well. 

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Gramercy Tavern New American | Flatiron

42 E 20th St (bet B’way & Park)

212.477.0777

www.gramercytavern.com

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Dovetail New American | Upper West Side

103 W 77th St (at Columbus)

212.362.3800

http://dovetailnyc.com/

Notes: Creative dishes featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. We once did a memorable hard cider pairing that complemented the autumn dishes nicely.

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Daniel French | Upper East Side

60 E 65th St (bet Madison & Park)

212.288.0033

http://www.danielnyc.com/daniel.html

Notes: Lavish perfection for special occasions. Breathtaking formal dining room. The same flawless food and impeccable service is available in the lounge, although the lounge tables are uncomfortable. 

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Corton New French | TriBeCa

239 W Broadway (bet Walker & White)

212.219.2777

http://cortonnyc.com/

Notes: Chic, minimalist dining room featuring imaginative, flawless dishes.  

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Beauty & Essex New American | Lower East Side

146 Essex St (bet Rivington & Stanton)

212.614.0146

www.beautyandessex.com

Notes: Fun, clever small plates to share. Funky space with a dark, sexy vibe, accessed through a pawn shop. Great choice for a group. Noisy.

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Aureole Seasonal American | Theatre District

135 W 42nd Street (bet. B’way & 6th)

212.319.1660

http://www.charliepalmer.com/Properties/Aureole/NY/

Notes: We love the bar room, with its energetic vibe, and enjoy dining in the corner of the bar if possible. This is one of our favorite choices for pre-theatre dinner.

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Babbo Italian | West Village

110 Waverly Pl. (bet 9th & 10th)

212.777-0303

www.babbonyc.com

Notes: Absurdly-fabulous Italian food with spot-on wine pairings. Reservations are tough. Arrive on time! Service can be spotty.

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