Location: 1450 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10021 (Upper East Side Location)
Cuisine: American/Brunch
Best Dish: The croissant French toast was delicious. It was unique and well done.
Price: $$
Overall: A laid back Brunch option that serves food everyone can enjoy. A good place to take anyone who loved a big messy burger.
Location: 40 Bowden Square, Southampton, NY 11968
Cuisine: Mexican
Best Dish: Robalo Rayados (Striped Bass) Enchilada is not your typical enchilada. Union Cantina serves it up as a deconstructed style with a few layers of the soft enchilada mixed with a crispy tostada style shell and flavors including queso blanco cheese, cucumber, avocado and their house enchilada sauce, which make this decadent dish worth biting into and saving all your room.
Location: 325 Malcolm X Blvd, New York 10027
Cuisine: Creole Caribbean
Best Dish: Lobster. Mac. And. Cheese.
Price: $$
Overall: A sexy relaxed restaurant and lounge featuring fabulous food and a laid back vibe.
Location: 45 Murray Street, New York, NY 10007
Cuisine: Indian
Price: $$$
Best Dish: The Chili Chicken was divine. The sweet and sour flavors of
Overall: A grand space to enjoy quality Indian cuisine.
Named after a city in Northern India, Benares draws inspiration from the region for its menu of diverse Indian Cuisine. Chef David Beck and restauranteur Inder Singh have combined their considerable talents and created a sophisticated dining experience. At present, Benares is found in two locations, one in Midtown and the other in lower Manhattan. Their Tribeca location is accessed by a simple white door in the middle of two elegant columns. Beyond the door is a cozy bar setting with a chic divider separating it from the main dining room.
Location: 511 Amsterdam Avenue
Cuisine: American/Mexican
Best Dish: The breakfast burrito and Huevos Rancheros are delicious on their own but together they are magical.
Price: $$
Overall: Good food and a playful atmosphere. A choice venue for a satisfying brunch with the option to enjoy some friendly competition.
Location: 594 Classon Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Cuisine: American
Best Dish: We adored the pork chops. The meat was succulent and the chutney was a tasty complement to the meaty chops.
Price: $$
Overall: A casual home-style eatery the whole family will enjoy.
Brooklyn welcomes Farm to Table Freshness with new eatery Alice’s Arbor. This Bed-Stuy gem offers classic seasonal American fare. The purveyors of this establishment are committed to providing a healthy alternative to preservative laden dining. To achieve this they have curated a seasonal menu showcasing the freshest vegetables and meats of the season. Each dish is prepared using only ingredients sourced from local farms. The Farm to Table concept is evident in the design of their space. The decor is reminiscent of a charming country bistro with reclaimed wood and vintage barn materials throughout. The space includes driftwood branch light fixtures, hanging mobiles scrounged from the Ashokan Reservoir in Upstate New York, and clustered glass beaker pendant light fixtures. It reminds us of family road trips down the east coast, sharing a meal with loved ones in a classic country kitchen.
Surf City Beach Bar & Restaurant is Jersey City’s hidden gem that everyone should know about. The outdoor oasis offers the most amazing views of the Manhattan skyline while serving up delicious seafood, tropical drinks, and service that will leave you smiling from ear to ear. Surf City arrived in the Liberty Harbor Entertainment District back in 2010 by developer Peter Mocco and nightlife impresario John Argento.
Location: 13-15 West 54th Street (Between 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY 10019
Cuisine: Italian
Best Dish: The meatloaf was superb. The thick slice was meaty and well seasoned topped with a delectable tomato sauce. If you prefer something lighter we recommend the Cod “in casseroule” it is moist and delicious and the vegetables make it hearty and surprisingly filling entree.
Price: $$$
Overall: Italian comfort food in an elegant atmosphere.