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: $$$
Overall: Italian and French cuisine that goes above and beyond the standard chicken parm and wine. Trattoria Italienne serves up Rustic cuisine with a modern flair and sumptuous flavors.
Location: 30 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001
Cuisine: American
Best Dish: The Salmon was excellent, the combination of fish and veggies was well thought out. The Cricket Pizza was also amazing, we could eat that jalapeño pesto on anything.
Cost: $$$
Overall: A whimsical destination for Instagram worthy dishes in an artistic atmosphere.
As you may or may not know, David Burke is an acclaimed American Chef with decades of experience. His latest endeavor, Woodpecker, is an experiment of sorts abandoning gas stovetops for the classic wood burning stove.
Location: 1 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Cuisine: American/Seafood
Best Dish: The Lobster Rolls were stupendous. The tender lobster was well seasoned and the sweet rolls were buttery and fresh, absolutely delicious.
Cost: $$
Overall: A great way to beat the summer heat and enjoy beachy vibes.
Location: 155 West 33rd Street
Cuisine: American
Best Dish: Wings are a must, but were you aware of the fish tacos? The tacos are superb!
Overall: A fun friendly sports bar with good drinks and tasty food.
Cost: $$
If all you know of Hooters is tight t-shirts and orange hotpants you are doing your taste buds a grave injustice. From shareable appetizers to decadent desserts you can satisfy your comfort food cravings here. The first Hooters opened over 30 years ago and since then over 400 locations have been opened across the globe. We visited their New York City location on 33rd Street for a meal and a few drinks. This location is equipped with two dining rooms, a small gift shop and several mounted flat screen TVs. The screens are positioned to allow a good view of the game from any seat in the house. We’ve enjoyed plenty of meals at Hooters over the years but we rarely stray from the usual wings and fries. For our visit, however, we indulged our curiosity and had some lesser-known dishes.
In New York City, the meatpacking district is the place to go for good eats and exceptional nightlife. It’s no secret why Bagatelle is one of the places everyone must visit while in the big apple. Bagatelle is a fine French bistro known for a lively brunch scene, with an opulent space accented by graffiti art. Depending on the day/night, the ambiance at Bagatelle can be fun, cozy, or a party. The night we stopped in to sample the menu, it was very cozy and intimate, which is what we prefer. Speaking of new the menu, let’s talk about what Bagatelle is offering their patrons for this Spring/Summer season.
Location: 93 MacDougal Street, New York N.Y. 10012
Cuisine: Italian (Pizza)
Best Dish: The pasta was tasty and the meatballs unforgettable but the pizza reigns supreme.
Price:$$
Overall: A quaint restaurant with old-school charm and amazing pizza. An ideal option for all pizza/pasta lovers.
New Yorkers know good pizza, we all possess the innate ability to ferret out the very best in saucy cheesy goodness. As a result, the argument over the best in the big apple is one that will rage on to infinity. Each boro has their go-to pizza place, one of Staten Island’s favorites is Denino’s Pizzeria & Tavern.
Location: 151 East 57th Street, New York, NY
Cuisine: South American
Best Dish: Fish Ribs are a thing and you need to experience them at least once. Imagine all the flavor and texture of tender baby back ribs with the healthiness of grilled fish. Fish ribs are outstanding and as far as we know this is the only place that serves them.
Price: $$$
Overall: Enter Pulperia and prepare yourself for a good meal in a lively atmosphere. The menu is mostly seafood so bring your seafood-loving friends here for a night of Reggaeton Latin Pop and sexy cocktails.
Activity: Dinner and a show
Description: Enjoy a delicious southern meal and a live performance featuring the hottest acts in Modern Jazz.
Meal: Appetizers, entrees, and cocktails
Location: Frederick P. Rose Hall, home of Jazz at Lincoln Center, is located on Broadway at 60th Street, New York. Frederick P. Rose Hall and Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola can be accessed using the JAZZ elevators located on the ground floor of The Shops at Columbus Circle across from Hugo Boss, located in the Time Warner Center.
Cuisine: Elevated American Southern
Cost: $$$