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, 5 or 6 to 14th Street-Union Square), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-620-4020. http://www.gothambarandgrill.com.
