Restaurants

Michael's NY

Since 1989 in New York, Michael's has dedicated itself to offering guests the finest in food and wine, presented with casual yet impeccable service in rooms filled with modern art treasures. An American restaurant, Michael's is renowned for developing a classic contemporary cuisine that is constantly evolving with new ideas and ingredients.

Recommended by Susan Blond

Mitali East

In business since 1973, this place used to be the only alternative to the pedestrian grub and kitschy mood that prevails along the 6th Street strip. Patrons willingly squeezed into its basement dining room without being dragged off the street by menu-wielding waiters. These days, you're likely to eat well at plenty of vamped-up Indian restaurants that serve sexier or more unusual regional food than the pan-Indian standards and Bengali specialties at Mitali.

Recommended by Irwin Kula

Momofuku Noodle Bar

Momofuku (Lucky Peach) Noodle Bar is a David Chang restaurant located in the East Village. The menu is pork heavy and the food (especially the pork buns) is consistently praised by critics, chefs and New Yorkers alike. Though it's somewhat easier to get a table at the Momofuku Noodle Bar compared to Chang's other restaurants, you should probably get there early if you like to eat in peace.

Recommended by Johnny Iuzzini

Montauk Club

The Montauk Club is a private social club located in Park Slope.

The Club was founded in 1889 by prominent Brooklyn residents excited about Brooklyn's economic boom following the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. The founding members of the Club included Charles Pratt, Richard Schermerhorn, and Edwin C. Litchfield. Since its erection, the Club has hosted prominent political figures including former U.S. presidents Grover Cleveland, Herbert Hoover, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy and Senator Robert Kennedy.

Recommended by Miles Rohan

Morton's Steak House

USDA prime-aged steak is just part of the Morton's story. Behind each of the 77 worldwide locations is a thriving team of people whose commitment, passion and loyalty create the foundation for success.

For more than 30 years, Morton's have served only the finest quality foods, featuring USDA prime-aged beef, fresh fish and seafood, hand-picked produce, delicious appetizers and elegant desserts.

Recommended by Danny Jacobs

Mr. Chow

Opened in 1979, the restaurant described by Givenchy as a "Precious Jewel Box" is one of the most beautiful and successful restaurants in New York City. Over the years, it has become famous for hosting some of New York's most exciting and important parties for museums, artists and fashion houses. Serving high Chinese Cuisine with impeccable service, Executive Chef Li Hong at 57th Street is one of the most important chefs from China.

Recommended by Lorie Karnath

Murray's Cheese Shop

From the words of Rob Kaufelt:

Murray Greenberg (never met him; he died before I got here) was a Jewish Spanish civil war veteran and communist who opened a wholesale butter and egg shop a few doors up Cornelia street in 1940. The old timers tell me that even though he was an old leftie, he was still a street smart capitalist who used to buy cheese cheap and trim it and sell it. In the 70's he sold the shop to his clerk Louis Tudda, an Italian immigrant from Calabria.

Recommended by The Big Cheese

Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs

Nathan’s Famous was founded by a Polish immigrant, Nathan Handwerker, and his story is one of those truly authentic “only in America stories.” He started his business in 1916 with a small hot dog stand in Coney Island, New York. He sold hot dogs that were manufactured based on a recipe developed by his wife, Ida.

Recommended by Rev. Al Sharpton

New York Noodletown

The Great New York Noodletown is a casual Cantonese style restaurant. Regulars include everyone from tourists to local Chinese residents to former mayor, Ed Koch.

Recommended by Johnny Iuzzini

Odeon

In Short – A mecca during the hard-partying, decadent '80s, now the familiar burgundy and black banquettes and lazy ceiling fans create a comfortable, stylish neighborhood vibe. The brasserie-style menu remains relatively unchanged, featuring classic bistro choices like frisee salad with bacon, blue cheese and a poached egg, steak tartare, moules and steak frites, and various burgers and sandwiches. A brunch features French toast, eggs Benedict and oatmeal with brown sugar and fruit.

Recommended by Peter McGough

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