| 1. Aureole | Add to eGuidebook
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| | 34 E. 61st St., between Madison and Park, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | A Charlie Palmer new-American original. Set in a lovely East Side town house, it remains in the Top 10 year after year. Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday for dinner only. Reservations required and are taken up to two months in advance. Jackets required. $$$$. Most major credit cards. 34 E. 61st St., between Madison and Park (subway line F to Lexington Avenue-63rd Street; N, R, W, 4, 5 o... Read Entire Review » |
| | 2. Boathouse in Central Park | Add to eGuidebook
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| | Central Park Drive North, near East 72nd Street, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | Dine on the water's edge year-round, overlooking the 22-acre/9-hectare lake and its bird's-eye view of the Bethesda Fountain. This bucolic retreat offers a magical landscape of country charm set against the city's stunning skyline, as rowboats and an occasional gondola drift by. The food is as good as the view, and Sunday brunch is excellent. Less-expensive fare in Express Cafe right next door. To... Read Entire Review » |
| | 3. Gotham Bar and Grill | Add to eGuidebook
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| | 12 E. 12th St., between Fifth Avenue and University Place, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | Steak, seafood, lamb, venison and pasta are prepared with great style-chef Alfred Portale is known for his "tall food." The restaurant, in a converted warehouse, is airy and spacious. Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday and Sunday for dinner only. Reservations recommended. $$$. Most major credit cards. 12 E. 12th St., between Fifth Avenue and University Place (subway line L, N, Q, R, W, 4... Read Entire Review » |
| | 4. River Cafe | Add to eGuidebook
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| | 1 Water St., at Old Fulton Street, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | This Brooklyn restaurant is popular with tourists for its spectacular views of Manhattan. The evening menu is prix fixe (US$95-$115 without beverage, tax or gratuity), as is the Sunday brunch. Unfortunately, there's an extra charge (US$10) for the outstanding desserts at brunch. It's a bit of a walk from the subway; you may want to take a taxi. Daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations highly recom... Read Entire Review » |
| | 5. Veritas | Add to eGuidebook
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| | 43 E. 20th St., between Fifth Avenue and Park Avenue South, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | Try the prix fixe for US$76, which can include roasted saddle of lamb or wild striped bass. A perfectly paired wine with dinner is a must-choose from among 3,000 vintages on the list. Open daily for dinner. Reservations recommended. $$$$. Most major credit cards. 43 E. 20th St., between Fifth Avenue and Park Avenue South (subway line 6, L, N, R or W to 23rd Street), Manhattan, New York City. Phone... Read Entire Review » |
| | 6. TriBeCa Grill | Add to eGuidebook
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| | 375 Greenwich St., at Franklin Street, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | This loftlike restaurant has an ornate mahogany bar and serves smart fare that never disappoints. Try the seared scallops with sweet-potato-and-chanterelle risotto. You may spot a neighborhood celebrity (Robert DeNiro is a co-owner), but don't get your hopes up-the food is the star. Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday for dinner only, Sunday for brunch and dinner. Reservations recommended... Read Entire Review » |
| | 7. Union Square Cafe | Add to eGuidebook
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| | 21 E. 16th St., between Fifth Avenue and Union Square, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | Dine on innovative American cuisine in this large, airy setting with consistently excellent food and service. You can count on pastas made in-house, and the crispy lemon-pepper duck and the tuna with wasabi mashed potatoes are big hits. Daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations recommended. $$. Most major credit cards. 21 E. 16th St., between Fifth Avenue and Union Square (subway line L, N, Q, R, W... Read Entire Review » |
| | 8. WD-50 | Add to eGuidebook
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| | 50 Clinton St., at Rivington Street, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | You may wonder if Wylie Dufresne is a chef or a mad scientist, but his quirky new-American flavors get people talking-pickled beef tongue with fried mayonnaise cubes and pork belly with smoked yucca are just two of his creations. For a variety of surprises, try the nine-course tasting menu (US$115). Daily for dinner. Reservations recommended, but you can occasionally get a table as a walk-in. $$-$... Read Entire Review » |
| | 9. Blue Smoke | Add to eGuidebook
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| | 116 E. 27th St., between Park and Lexington, New York, New York | | Dining - Cuisines - American | This creative haute-barbecue stop is lined with red-vinyl booths. The salt-and-pepper beef ribs are sublime, as are the accompanying dishes and desserts. There's a hot jazz club, Jazz Standard, downstairs that has performances nightly. Daily for lunch and dinner (Thursday-Saturday till 1 am). Reservations recommended, but you can often get a table as a walk-in. $$. Most major credit cards. 116 E.... Read Entire Review » |
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