Oh, how we miss indoor fine dining! Since quarantine and social distancing is in full effect, we’ve learned to get creative by bringing the luxe dining experience at homes. Thanks to establishments like S. Ottomanelli & Sons, anyone can have good quality meat delivered right to your doorstep. That’s right, S. Ottomanelli & Sons have launched an online store and delivery service to the Hamptons as well as in New York City.
Location: 605 Third Avenue, New York, NY
Cuisine: Asian (Japanese and Korean)
Cost: $$
Overall: One of the tastiest options for healthier meals made fast.
A year after the debut of Gaz Oakley’s, Avant Gard’n Bowl, UK fast-casual chain Wagamama, presents another bowl with the celebrated vegan chef. Also known as the Avant-Garde Vegan, chef and cookbook author, Gaz has a massive following and growing social media presence. His youtube channel, Instagram profile and website are treasure troves of vegan recipes and lifestyle tips. Between the Youtube and Instagram accounts alone,
Location: 914 Columbus Avenue New York, NY 10025
Cuisine: Indian
Cost: $$$
Overall: An upscale Indian restaurant serving authentic Indian cuisine in a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere.
Location: 29 E 61st St, New York, NY 10065
Cuisine: French
Cost: $$$
Overall: An cozy dining experience, featuring delicious French specialties and vintage vibes. Though there isn’t a strict dress code, be neat and fashionable, you never know whom you may be dining with.
Location: 62 Greenwich Avenue, New York, NY
Cuisine: American Steakhouse/Seafood
Best Dish: The crab cake was delicious, but the steak was the star. The Tomahawk was incredible. It was tender and succulent.
Cost: $$$
Overall: Uptown meets downtown in this elegant eatery. Greenwich Steakhouse is the upscale experience the West Village has been waiting for.
Location: 401 East 76th Street, New York, NY, USA
Cuisine: British Pub
Best Dish: The salmon burger was absolutely superb. The close runner-up was the succulent Lamb Shank.
Cost: $$$
Overall: A quaint stylish pub filled with classic British flavors and a constantly evolving menu of seasonal delights.
Location: 487 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY
Cuisine: Israeli (Mediterranean)
Best Dish: The Salmon was prepared beautifully with crisp crunchy skin and tender flesh.
Price: $$$
Overall: After several years in business, Bustan is still a warm welcoming eatery with a stellar reputation and scrumptious menu.
Location: 19 West 24th Street, New York, NY 10010
Cuisine: Italian/French
Best Dish: The polenta is amazing. The umami from the mushrooms and decadent smoothness of the heirloom polenta are a winning combination.
Cost: $$$
Overall: Italian and French cuisine that goes above and beyond the standard chicken parm and wine. Trattoria Italienne serves up Rustic cuisine with a modern flair and sumptuous flavors.
