EXPLORING THE EAST VILLAGE
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BUNGALOW
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Indian country club cuisine in the East Village
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Step into a Bollywood set at Bungalow with flowing greens and colorful murals that’ll transport you to an opulent Indian clubhouse. And the authentic food matches the interior: Michelin chef Vikas Khanna presents bright, beautiful plates of time-honored Indian recipes that will blow you away. If you can score a table at this coveted destination, prepare to escape the East Village into this cultural immersion of warm hospitality, enticing spice aromas and the best Indian cuisine you’ll have in New York.
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claud
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French inspired restaurant and wine bar in the East Village serving a stellar chocolate cake
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Claud is the creation of chef Joshua Pinsky and wine director Chase Sinzer - 2 Momofuku Ko alums who have gifted the city with this gem found below street-level. There are hints of a French wine bar, but their mushroom mille-feuille and melt-in-your-mouth chicken liver agnolotti put this hotspot into a culinary category of its own.
Everything at Claud feels personal, starting with the name itself being inspired by Sinzer’s mother Claudia. Bring a date to this intimate spot and be sure to order their show-stopping chocolate cake at the beginning of your meal to guarantee it doesn’t sell out.
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SMOR
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Snug Scandinavian eatery in the East Village with fresh toasts and hearty bowls
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If you’re looking for a laid-back brunch in the East Village with food to impress, look no further than Smor. This Nordic-inspired café serves health-focused dishes with ingredients of the utmost quality. Opt for the farro bowl with fresh scrambled eggs or the hangover sandwich with plenty of meat on housemade bread. After your quick and satisfying meal, pop into their bakery next door for cardamom buns.
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superiority burger
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Wildly popular East Village diner with a playful interior and satisfying vegetable-forward dishes
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Opened by a former punk-rock drummer, Superiority Burger serves comforting vegetables spiced to perfection in a quirky, vintage-style space. The famous veggie burger does the trick, but we’d come back for excellent side dishes like the lentils with cornbread and the cheesy swiss chard sandwich on homemade focaccia.
Even if you’re a meat eater like us, we promise you’ll fall in love with Superiority Burger’s buzzy energy, electric veggies and spectacular desserts.
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IL CANTINORI
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Old-school Italian with soaring flower arrangements and a glamorous history in Greenwich Village
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Uptown there are so many neighborhood Italian spots that satisfy both a Sunday supper with the grandparents and a candlelit table for two. But downtown, Il Cantinori stands out as one of the few.
Opened in 1983, this Tuscan destination is still as fabulous as when Carrie Bradshaw hosted her 30th birthday dinner, or when Andy Warhol rode a motorcycle right through the front door. Most of the Italian waiters have been there since the beginning, so definitely listen when they steer you towards the pasta trio you’ll be thinking about for days.
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Apollo Bagels
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Popular sourdough bagel stand in the East and West Village
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Ever since first opening their doors, Apollo Bagels has had a line down the block… but they’re definitely worth the hype. New Yorkers wait excitedly for crispy sourdough bagels served hot out of the oven and topped with fresh slices of tomato or smoked salmon.
Opened by pizza experts at Leo and hamburger geniuses at 7th Street, it’s no surprise that this stand serves some of the best bagels in the city. Just be prepared to eat them on the sidewalk.
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ROSELLA
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Sustainable sushi spot in the East Village
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Unlike most sushi restaurants in NYC, Rosella sources all of its ingredients from the United States. Their menu highlights often overlooked, domestic species with an emphasis on sustainability - including bigeye tuna from North Carolina and fluke from nearby Long Island.
The intimate space and inviting staff make this East Village spot perfect for a lowkey first date or much needed catch-up as you indulge in Chef Jeff Miller’s one-of-a-kind omakase.
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yellow rose
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Casual Tex-Mex in the East Village serving playful takes on classics in a vintage interior
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Housemade bean and cheese tortillas meet frozen margaritas at Yellow Rose, a restaurant perfect to get your group ready for a night out. Expect personality in every corner with stained-glass chandeliers, a weathered wood bar and a jukebox waiting for you to choose the next song.
Opened by a San Antonio couple who wanted to bring a piece of home to NYC, this funky joint is a prime destination for those looking for fun in a no-frills environment… and a seriously good chocolate sheet cake you shouldn’t skip out on.
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7TH ST BURGER
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New York’s beloved smashed burger found throughout the city
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7th Street is one of the best burgers we’ve had in the city. And if you’re a smashed burger lover like us, you might just agree.
At first glance, the no-fuss menu directs you to the most crucial item: the cheeseburger. The juicy patty, addictive sauce, melted American cheese and grilled potato roll create a truly memorable bite. Come for a casual sidewalk lunch or a late-snack snack (they’re open until 3am). We also hear the impossible burger is a 10/10 so even non-meat eaters should be checking this spot out…
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HEARTH
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Tuscan-American farm-to-table sanctuary in the East Village
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For a nourishing meal that celebrates the season’s ingredients, dine at Hearth. The rustic ambiance hits the spot on a winter weeknight when you’re craving comfort food such as whole roasted chicken and warming pastas made from flour milled in-house. Whether you come for a casual catch-up or first date, this East Village gem by James Beard winning Chef Marco Canora masters Tuscan cooking with an urban edge.
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sushi kai
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Approachable omakase in the East and West Village where you can be in and out in an hour
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Sushi Kai is your next go-to omakase that you can venture to on a weekday for quality sushi at a reasonable price point. Invite a friend to catch up at the laid-back sushi bar and chat with the energetic, friendly staff handing you your next piece of torched scallop + caviar nigiri. Don’t forget to bring your own sake and prepare to experience one of the best sushi deals in the city.
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