Location: 420 Amsterdam Avenue
Cuisine: Caviar /American
Best Dish: The crab cakes were delicious but the star of the caviar bar was the caviar pizza. This unique pie is as glorious to the eye as it is to the palate.
Overall: A relaxed casual way to enjoy premium beverages and opulent caviar. The right venue for an interesting date night with an adventurous foodie or a treat with good friends.
Location: 135 West 45th Street
Cuisine: American
Best Dish: The wings were splendid and the mac and cheese was to die for, but the bread pudding was the star of the evening. It was butter and rich without being cloyingly sweet.
Overall: Both the restaurant and the bar are comfortable relaxing spaces. The restaurant is perfect for the whole family but the bar is an impressive space for date night or an evening with friends.
Midtown Manhattan has a new watering hole. Lexington’s is nowopen for business and ready to serve. The luxurious space is located on the main floor of the beautiful The Court Hotel, at 130 East 39th street, just a few short blocks from Grand Central Station and a few of the city’s most popular attractions, the space is easily accessible and a nice place to entertain out of town guests without the insanity of nearby Times Square. We visited the low key gastro pub last week for a sneak peak at the glorious new furnishings and menu. The space is sophisticated and spacious with a beautiful long bar and several intimate seating options. A great deal of careful planning went into its overall design and it shows.
Location: 391 Sixth Avenue, New York NY 10014
Cuisine: Russian Fusion
Average Cost: 0 for 1 appetizer 2 entrees 2 cocktails and 1 dessert
Best Dish: Who knew stuffed cabbage could make such an amazing meal?
Overall: Lush opulent atmosphere with amazing cuisine and hearty portions, bring your appetite!
Location: 1191 First Avenue, Between 64th & 65th New York, NY 10021Tel. 212.585.1818
Cuisine: Contemporary Mexican
Items: 8 cocktails, 10 small plates
Cost: $82 with 20% gratuity
Best Dish: With so many amazing options it was really hard to choose a favorite, but the Maya Dog can not be missed!
Overall: Relaxed atmosphere with chic surroundings.
Location: 15 Watts St (at Thompson St) New York, NY 10013
Cuisine: American eclectic
Items: 1 appetizer, 2 entrees, 3 cocktails, 1 “dessert”
Cost: 4.00 (with 20% Gratuity)
Best Dish: The rack of lamb is amazing but the “French Toast Box” is a must-have foodie experience!! It’s the rubic’s cube of brunch foods.
Overall: A beautiful space with amazing dishes and a dedicated staff. The perfect venue for a special meal or a decadent treat
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Location: 151 W. 46th St.; call 212-398-7440 for reservations
Cuisine: Authentic Cuban
Items: 2 Appetizers, 1 soup, 2 Entrees, 4 cocktails
Cost: $150 (With 18% tip)
Best Dish: You can never go wrong with Paella, rich and flavorful this dish really sticks to your ribs. If seafood isn’t your thing have the hearty beef stew, trust us you won’t regret it.
Overall: Casual elegance at affordable prices, you can’t go wrong here. The food and drinks are great and the atmosphere perfect for a date night or dinner with friends. This place also has a great happy hour, for us 9 to fivers.