Recent Recommendations from the Experts! 9/29/11

Thursday’s are for sharing!

Below are recent recommendations the EE team provided to the needy, hungry & thirsty that wrote in to us. Need a recommendation? Ask Eatery Expert

1.  Mexican food, funky atmosphere  – Fonda Nolita (267 Elizabeth St. nr. Houston St.)

The food and space here will make you feel like you're on vacation!

2.  Unique dining experience – Romera (355 W. 16th St. nr. 8th Ave.)

Neurologist-chef Miguel Sanchez Romera has opened in the Dream Hotel downtown!

3. New hot spot Italian meal in the West Village – Frankies570 Spuntino (570 Hudson St. @ W. 11th St.)

They've got a place in Brooklyn, LES and now the West Village. It's a neighborhood spot, but if you're not in the neighborhood, it's worth traveling for!

4.  Romantic wine bar in Murray Hill – Terroir Murray Hill

Their 3rd location in NYC means they're doing something right! Their small plates and wine are perfect for a date or catching up with a friend!

5.  Fun dinner in Chelsea– Socarrat Paella Bar (259 W. 19th St. nr 7th Ave.)

Paella deliciosa!

6. Family dinner on the Upper East Side – Primola (1226 2nd Ave. nr. 64th St.)

Traditional Italian food in the perfect setting!

7.  Date night uptown– Hospoda (321 E. 73rd St. nr 2nd Ave.)

On the ground floor of the Bohemian National Hall and the Czech Consulate - we welcome you to New York's Bohemian Gastropub!

8.  Girl's night out in the East Village– Edi & The Wolf (102 Ave. @ 7th St.)

Austrian comfort food and wine in a very rustic and fun environment!

9. Grab a burger at the bar – Minetta Tavern (113 MacDougal St.)

It's true - reservations are tough, but if you're smart you'll grab a bite at their bar. Their Black Label burger is one of my favorites around - prime dry-aged beef cuts with caramelized onions on a delicious melt in your mouth bun.

10. Great Mexican, great margaritas in the Theatre District – Toloache (251 W. 50th St. nr. Broadway)

Perfect spot to grab a bite before the theatre, after work or a weekend dinner! Their guacamole trio and variety of margaritas will make your night!

Recent Recommendations from the Experts! 9/22/11

Thursday’s are for sharing!

Below are recent recommendations the EE team provided to the needy, hungry & thirsty that wrote in to us. Need a recommendation? Ask Eatery Expert

1.  Casual, cheap eats on the LES – Souvlaki GR (116 Stanton St. nr. Essex St.)

A little piece of Mykonos in the LES

2.  New hot spot with lots of buzz – Saxon & Parole (316 Bowery @ Bleecker St.)

It's new and it's already great, so try it for yourself!

3.  Something on the menu for everyone – Blue Ribbon Bakery (35 Downing St. @ Bedford St.)

Great private room in the cellar!

4. Quality neighborhood spot in the West Village – Joseph Leonard (170 Waverly Pl. @ Grove St.)

The quintessential West Village neighborhood spot!

5.  Seasonal inspired food near Union Square – Tocqueville (1 East 15th St. @ Fifth Ave.)

The epitome of green market fare!

6.  Cocktails and small plates in Nolita – Mulberry Project (149 Mulberry St. nr. Grand St.)

A gem in Nolita - Perfect spot for your next date!

7.  Dancing in Soho – The Anchor (310 Spring St. nr. Greenwich St.)

Dance the night away!

8.  Immaculate Anniversary Dinner – Annisa (13 Barrow St. nr. 4th St.)

Chef Anita Lo lets us eat like Kings and Queens at her minimalist yet refined palace in the Village!

9.  Tasting menu that will blow you away – Momofuku Ko (163 1st Ave. nr. 10th St.)

A truly unique dining experience! The cost is high, but worth every penny! $175 for lunch Friday-Sunday and dinner is $125 every day of the week!  The challenge:  A reservation!

10.  Traditional Italian standout for a special occasion – Scalini Fedeli (165 Duane St. nr. Hudson St.)

Authentic Italian food in an elegant setting!

Recent Recommendations from the Experts! 9/15/11

Thursday’s are for sharing!

Below are recent recommendations the EE team provided to the needy, hungry & thirsty that wrote in to us. Need a recommendation? Ask Eatery Expert

1.  Upscale Chinese in the West Village– Red Farm (529 Hudson St. nr. Charles St.)

The West Village's new Dim Sum Spot!

2. Cozy place in Alphabet City to catch up with a friend for dinner/drinks – Perbacco (234 E. 4th St. nr Ave. B)

Cozy up with friends with a glass of vino at Perbacco.

3.   Lively, hip bar on Upper West Side – Prohibition (503 Columbus Ave. nr. 84th St.)

Live music every day of the week from jazz to rock!

4.  Dinner date in the West Village– Commerce (50 Commerce St. nr. Bedford St.)

Must try: Roast chicken for two!

5.  Casual dinner date in the East Village – Itzocan Cafe (438 E. 9th St. nr. Ave. A)

Calling all foodies! True definition of a gourmet hole in the wall. French-Mex cookin' in a unique, charming space! Be sure to save room for their mole chocolate cake.

6.  Fashionable SoHo Drinking Den – Ñ (33 Crosby St. nr. Broome St.)

It's hard to secure a table or spot at the bar, but once you do, you won't ever want to leave! Depending on the night, they have flamenco dancing!

7.  Gastropub in the East Village – The Red Head (349 E. 13th St. nr. First Ave.)

Southern cookin' at its finest! wEE suggest ordering their buttermilk fried chicken and their bacon peanut brittles in a take home bag.

8. Delicious Italian food in Flatiron – Ciano ( 45 E. 22nd St. nr. Park Ave. South)

The country has never felt this close! This country kitchen will make you feel like you've left the city!

9. Quick, gourmet-esque lunch on a budget – Num Pang (21 E. 12th St. @ University Pl.)

Num Pang is the Cambodian name for 'bread' or 'sandwich'. You won't know how good they are until you try them - all are made to order!

10. Blind date in the West Village – Buvette (42 Grove St. nr. Bleecker St.)

Coffee date? Brunch date? Lunch date? Dinner date? This French inspired gastroteque is the perfect solution to any dining dilemma.

Recent Recommendations from the Experts! 9/8/11

Thursday’s are for sharing!

Below are recent recommendations the EE team provided to the needy, hungry & thirsty that wrote in to us. Need a recommendation? Ask Eatery Expert

1. Hidden gem in Chelsea – Tre Dici Steak (128 West 26th Street nr. 7th Ave.)

Through an unmarked door and a dimly lit hallway, this incredible steakhouse is truly a hidden gem in Chelsea.

2.  Business lunch near Central Park – Quality Meats (57 W. 58th St. nr. Sixth Ave.)

Quality Meats as the name implies, but make sure to save room for their dessert - mini ice cream cakes!

3.  Fancy & Fun Japanese dinner/drinks– Brushstroke (30 Hudson St. @ Duane St.)

Two tasting menus are available ($85 for 8 courses, $135 for 10). Or you can enjoy their à la carte sushi menu at the bar.

4.   On the go breakfast in West Village– Eat Here Now Eat Here (Hudson St. @ W. 12th)

One of the best breakfast burritos wEE have ever eaten!

5.  Authentic Thai Food – Zabb Elee (75 Second Ave. nr. 4th and 5th St.)

Duck Larb (Ground Meat, Shallot, Fresh Mint, Scallion, Cilantro, Chili Powder And Lime Dressing)

6.  Pre-theatre dinner – La Silhouette (362 W. 53rd St. nr. Ninth Ave.)

Two Le Bernardin veterans came together and opened this Hells Kitchen French haven!

7.  High-end Indian cuisine– Junoon (27 W. 24th St. nr. Sixth Ave.)

Junoon is truly a feast for the senses

8.  Weeknight dinner in Tribeca– Takashi (456 Hudson St. @Barrow St.)

Japanese version of Korean BBQ! There's a surplus of high quality beef and the best part - you get to cook it yourself!

9.  Drinks downtown after Fashion Week festivities – Tiny's and the Bar Upstairs (135 W. Broadway nr. Duane St.)

NY Ranger's star Sean Avery's second restaurant in Tribeca. Their soups and sandwiches are delicious!

10. Sports Bar Downtown – SNAP Sports Bar (248 W. 14th St. nr. Eighth Ave.)

Everything about this place screams sports, even the door knob are made of baseball bats!

Recent Recommendations from the Experts! 9/1/11

Thursday’s are for sharing!

Below are recent recommendations the EE team provided to the needy, hungry & thirsty that wrote in to us. Need a recommendation? Ask Eatery Expert

1. Wine after work on the UWS – Wine and Roses (286 Columbus Ave. nr. 73rd St.)

An ideal spot to sit down and unwind after a stressful day at work.

2.  Low key, low price and outstanding food in the East Village –  Il Bagatto (192 E. 2nd St. nr. Ave. B)

Mangia! Mangia! This hearty Italian will have you running back for more.

3. Sunday brunch in Tribeca – Marc Forgione (134 Reade St. nr. Hudson St.)

Market driven food and drinks!

4.  Enjoy the last few weeks of summer – Hideaway (185 Duane St. nr. Greenwich St.)

Sunday and Monday is Maryland Blue Crab Night until the 3rd week in September.

5.  Standout Italian in Soho – Osteria Morini (218 Lafayette St. nr. Kenmare St.)

One of Michael White's restaurants. Everything he touches turns to gold and this place is proof!

6.  Quality, traditional Sushi in Hell's Kitchen – Shimizu (318 W. 51st St. nr. Eighth Ave.)

A top notch sushi establishment - wEE love Chef Hisao Shimizu!

7. Vegan and vegetarian-friendly food – Peacefood Cafe (460 Amsterdam Ave. @82nd St.)

Chickpea fries - healthy and delicious at the same time.  Oxymoron? 

8.   Traditional Top-Notch Thai – Wondee Siam 1 (792 9th Ave. nr. 53rd St.)

Traditional Thai dishes - Wondee Siam is #1!

9.  Weekend hot spot – Abe & Arthur's (409 W. 14th St. nr. Ninth Ave.)

You won't have to travel far to have a great night here - The food's great, bar scene fun and SL downstairs is a great spot for dancing after din!

10.  The latest and greatest on the LES – CO-OP Food and Drink (107 Rivington St. nr. Ludlow St.)

Tequila bar, taqueria, raw bar, and sake? All EE's favorite things in one!