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bar pitti
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Reliable Italian trattoria always filled with neighborhood regulars speaking different languages on a sceney sidewalk
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Bar Pitti is always a good idea. Take your pick from the chalkboard specials: pastas are al-dente and the branzino is one of the best in NYC.
Find us once a week at this cult-favorite spot where you will savor perfect pappardelle, mingle with Giovanni and easily become a loyal customer. Come for a Euro scene filled with people-watching and enjoy a casual dinner where authentic dishes please all palettes. This cash-only spot reminds us that less truly is more.
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King
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Inviting neighborhood restaurant on King St. with a daily changing menu
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Cozy up at King and indulge in delicious Northern Italian and French influenced dishes from this female-run spot.
Upon entry, enjoy a glass of wine at the quaint bar before transitioning to the dimly lit dining room for a meal made with ingredients that taste like they came right from the garden. Since the menu changes every day, we always find ourselves back at this reliable spot to try a new variation of their handmade pasta and must-order desserts. If you’re a lover of The River Café in London, come to King for a similar New York experience that’s as charming as can be.
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b’artusi
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Cheerful bar and bites from the team behind L’Artusi
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Casual weeknight? 5pm happy hour? Sunday brunch? Check out B’artusi for all of the above.
This adorable spot with checkered floors and a bright green bar offers small Italian dishes and a cocktail menu to get you excited for summer. With most seats reserved for walk-ins, B’artusi is a great last-minute plan if you’re looking for vibrant energy accompanied by a glass of wine and crispy arancini.
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Book on Resy or walk in
JACK’S WIFE FREDA
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Joyful all-day bistro with “South African Israeli Jewish grandmother” cooking found across the city
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Catch us at Jack’s Wife Freda savoring Maya’s Breakfast Bowl for brunch or Bennie’s Chicken Schnitzel for dinner while always surrounded by vibrant energy.
Opened by a couple who fell in love while working together at Balthazar, Dean and Maya have redefined NYC café culture by bringing that easy walk-in European feel. Dean’s grandmother Freda was a wonderful host, and her legacy lives on through the friendly staff who always welcome you with open arms. Whether you go to the shoulder-to-shoulder Soho location channeling Café de Flore or a less crowded outpost, anything you choose from the hand-doodled menu will be deliciously satisfying.
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Sushi Katsuei
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West Village Japanese serving entry-level omakase and à la carte options
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Looking for solid sushi to add to your weekly rotation? Sushi Katsuei is that neighborhood spot where you can wear sweats while indulging in exceptional toro.
Whether you’re new to the omakase game or a sushi expert looking for a no-fuss plan, pay a visit to Katsuei for reasonably priced cuts and the friendliest staff who are always so happy to see you.
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Call +1 917 965-2888
lovely day
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Hip Nolita spot serving solid Thai food in a funky setting
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Sit in the red booths at Lovely Day for an impromptu weeknight to satisfy that last minute pad thai craving. The reliable food is highly comforting and the no-frills ambiance makes it an ideal casual plan. But don’t be fooled by this little hole-in-the-wall, their killer tunes and cool crowd will add a little spice to your weeknight.
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Sant ambroeus
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Upscale Italian eatery bringing rich culinary traditions across the city
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Originally opened in the 1930s as a pastry shop in Milan, Sant Ambroeus has stolen New Yorkers’ hearts with its elegant take on quintessential Italian.
From the classic Upper East Side to the ever-bustling Soho or the quaint West Village location, every spot is filled with loyal regulars and excited newcomers ready to enjoy a fabulous meal at any time of day. Start your morning with an espresso at the coffee bar and come back for a caprese panini for lunch and an al dente pomodoro for dinner. We could practically live at this iconic pink-filled spot.
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sugarfish
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Quality fish in a relaxed, walk-in setting with multiple locations around the city
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Sugarfish has mastered the casual, approachable omakase - sit at your table, order the Trust Me, savor delicious nigiri, and you’re out in an hour.
Always reliable, Sugarfish delivers a solid meal at a reasonable price relative to other sushi destinations around town. If you appreciate crispy hand rolls and multiple variations of toro, you should add this spot to your weeknight rotation.
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the commerce inn
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Early American recipes with shaker-style surroundings on a quiet West Village lane
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Step into a Little Women set at The Commerce Inn, an intimate tavern with minimal decor and chalkboard menus that feels straight out of the 1900s.
Dream team Rita Sodi and Jody Williams present straightforward fare with simple ingredients. Expect chicken pot pies and uncomplicated vegetables for dinner and hearty eggs with smashed peas for brunch. This charming cookery off Commerce St. exudes feelings of warmth ideal for a chilly day in the city.
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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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