Who doesn’t love a good snack? Many of us can recall those elementary days rushing home to watch TV with some chips or a snack cake. Though the things we choose to gorge on may change, the urge for a between meal treat is never-ending.
Location: 63 Gansevoort Street
Cuisine: American
Best Dish: The Tuna Tartare is one of the best we’ve had. The crispy wonton chips added a level of texture that we didn’t even know was missing. The chicken sliders are also a must have. The savory chicken and crisp fresh slaw worked well with the sweet Hawaiian bun.
Overall: A contemporary lounge ideal for a night out with friends or a first date. The impressive space offers a beautiful backdrop for a night of small plates and good vibes.
Location: 323 West Broadway
Cuisine: Italian
Best Dish: We truly enjoyed the pizza it was savory cheesy and crispy, but the favorite dish of the evening were the lamb chops. The pieces of lamb were well seasoned and melt in your mouth tender.
Location: 15 Avenue B
Cuisine: Belgian Waffles
Best Dish: Speculoos spread is our new favorite treat. We could honestly put that on everything. However, the star of the evening was the Southern Belle. It was decadent and surprisingly filling.
Overall: A cozy fun eatery with unlimited options and variations. A nice place for adventurous eaters who love to mix and match flavors. Good for a casual date or a full on pig out session with a few of your favorite people.
Location: 1260 Amsterdam Avenue
Cuisine: Italian
Best Dish: Anytime homemade pasta is offered on a menu you simply have to try it. Serafina Harlem’s pasta has great texture and when paired with any of their sauces delivers a mind-blowing culinary masterpiece. Of the many pasta dishes we sampled, the Paglia and Fieno was the star. The creamy sauce and fresh basil were a delicious combination.
Location: 94 Christopher Street.
Cuisine: Traditional Cuban
Best Dish: The Rabo Encendido was superb! The meat was tender and well seasoned and went perfectly wth the savory rice and beans.
Overall: A charming eatery with a homestyle feel. Havana is a warm and inviting space with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. This space is ideal for intimate meals with a few well-behaved friends or a date with your significant other.
Location: 508 West 42nd street
Cuisine: American and Italian
Best Dish: Can you ever go wrong with homemade pizza? The cheese was gooey and thick beneath generous slices of tender prosciutto. This is one of the best slices we’ve had in a while and more than worth the trip to Hell’s Kitchen.
Overall: KTCHN is an impressive space that is ideal for a hot date or a relaxed meal with friends. The atmosphere is casual and lively adding to its appeal making it a warm and inviting venue for your next outing.
Location: 1221 2nd Avenue
Cuisine: Chinese and Japanese
Best Dish: The honey ribs are tender and juicy with a light sweet barbecue glaze but the must-try item is the whole crispy seabass.