Kish Kash

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Overview:

Israeli chef Einat Admony of Bar Bolonat and Taim opened Kish-Kash, New York's only couscous bar. Here, she makes hand-sieved Moroccan-style couscous from scratch to pair with dishes like chicken tagine, lamb & hummus. Everything costs less than $21.

Information:

Address455 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014

Neighborhood: West Village

https://www.kishkashnyc.com/

Price: $$


 

Golda

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Overview:

Golda is a 28 seat all-day restaurant in Bed Stuy Brooklyn, known for its excellent multi-roaster coffee program, creative pastries, and a delicious Cali-meets-Middle Eastern menu.

Information:

Address: 504 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Phone:  (718) 484-7065

Neighborhood: Bed Stuy

Price: $$


 

Yo Sushi

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Overview:

Japanese dishes taken from the belt or ordered from the open kitchen at a colourful chain eatery.

Information:

Address: 23 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10010

Phone:  (646) 781-8640

Neighborhood: Flatiron

Price: $$


 

Fausto

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Overview:

Refined setting for rustic, seasonal Italian dishes plus biodynamic & reserve wines.

Information:

Address:  348 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Phone:  (917) 909-1427

Neighborhood: Prospect Heights

Price: $$-$$$


 

Meme's Diner

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Overview

Cozy diner serving comfort food elevated with modern ingredients & preparations plus cocktails. Excellent weekend brunch

Information:

Address: 657 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Phone:  (718) 636-2900

Neighborhood: Prospect Heights

Price: $$


 

The Springs

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Overview:

Greenpoint, Brooklyn bar and patio serving cocktails, craft beer and casual food indoors and outdoors.

Information:

Address: 224 Franklin St, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Phone: (347) 227-7114

Neighborhood: Greenpoint

https://www.thespringsbklyn.com/

Price: $$


 

Oxomoco

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Overview:

Wood-fired elevated Mexican in a sun-drenched Greenpoint spot from the team behind Speedy Romeo

 

Information:

Address: 128 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Phone: (646) 688-4180

Neighborhood: Greenpoint

Price: $$$


 

Bluestone Lane

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Overview:

Melbourne-inspired coffee place offering Australian-style espresso drinks & cafe fare all day.

Information:

Address: 55 Greenwich Ave, New York, NY 10014

(multi location)

Phone: (718) 374-6858

Neighborhood: West Village, Upper East Side, Chelsea

Price: $$


 

Dez

photo: Eater 

photo: Eater 


Overview:

Fast-casual Middle Eastern & Mediterranean fare including salads, sandwiches & dips 

Information:

Address: 227 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10012

Neighborhood: Nolita

Price: $$


 

Osteria Morini

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Overview:

Emilia-Romagna cuisine including housemade pastas in a warm setting accented by pieces from a 1700s-era Italian farmhouse.

Information:

Address: 218 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012

Phone: (212) 965-8777

Neighborhood: Nolita

Price: $$$


 

Ho Foods

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Overview:

Compact, casual Taiwanese eatery focusing on beef noodle soups & locally sourced ingredients.

Information:

Address: 110 E 7th St, New York, NY 10009

Phone: (347) 788-0682

Neighborhood: East Village

Price: $$


 

Win Son

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Overview:

Casual spot for contemporary Taiwanese-American cooking, including buns, noodles & salads.

Information:

Address:159 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Phone: (347) 457-6010

Neighborhood: Bushwick

Price: $$-$$$


 

Loring Place

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Overview:

Upscale-casual, large American restaurant from longtime NYC chef Dan Kluger.  The menu is ideal for creative, seasonal, wood-fired dishes, handmade pastas & pizzas. 

Information:

Address:  21 W 8th St, New York, NY 10011

Phone:  (212) 388-1831

Neighborhood: Greenwich Village

Price: $$$


 

Cervo's

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Overview:

Coastal Spain & Portugal inspire the ever changing menu at this casual oyster bar & seafood specialist. Check out weekend brunch, especially the fantastic Fisherman’s breakfast of sardines, lox, pickles & toast.

Information:

Address: 43 Canal St, New York, NY 10002

Phone:  (212) 226-2545

Neighborhood: Chinatown

Price: $$-$$$


 

Baar Baar

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Overview

Place for creative, sophisticated Indian dishes & cocktails in a colorful, chic setting. Great for sharing dishes and group dining.

Information:

Address: 13 E 1st St, New York, NY 10003

Phone: (212) 228-1200

Neighborhood: East Village

Price: $$-$$$


 

Le Fanfare

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Overview:

Casual Italian fare & craft cocktails in a bright Brooklyn-esque space with communal tables & frequent live musical acts.

 Information:

Address:    1103 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Phone:(347) 987-4244

Neighborhood: Greenpoint

Price: $$-$$$


 

Charlie Bird

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Overview:

Hip, bi-level spot featuring Italian-accented New American fare, modern small plates & wine

Information:

Address: 5 King St, New York, NY 10012

Phone: (212) 235-7133

Neighborhood: Soho

Price: $$$


 

Mr. White

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Overview:

An upscale take on New Orleans fare in a decorous setting with a white-trimmed bar and chef's counter.

Information:

Address: 123 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009

Phone:  (212) 510-7229

Neighborhood: East Village

Price: $$$


 

Le Relais de Venise L'EntrecĂ´te

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Overview:

Steak & fries in an addicting sauce are the only things on the menu (plus booze) at this famed, regal French spot.

Information:

Address:  40 Thompson St, New York, NY 10013

Phone: (212) 334-2580

Neighborhood: Soho, Midtown East

Price: $$$


 

Maysville

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Overview:

Southern-inspired eats paired with a lengthy whiskey selection from a lofty backlit bar.

Information:

Address: 17 W 26th St, New York, NY 10010

Phone:  (646) 490-8240

Neighborhood: Flatiron

Price: $$-$$$