On a picturesque strip of Hudson Street sits the latest iteration of a classic restaurant space. Most recently known as Harwood on Hudson, The Leroy House occupies the ground floor of a quaint West Village townhouse. It’s one of those places that checks all of the boxes, and would be perfect for a dinner with your parents, a first date, […]

An intimate, cozy restaurant in the charming West Village, Bell Book & Candle‘s rustic den vibes are a welcome beacon during these cold and blustery months. Comprised of multiple rooms, the restaurant gives guests an intimate feeling while being able to accommodate many. You can even opt to reserve the chef’s table, giving you private access to dining alongside the […]

This could just be one of my favorite new spots in town. Visiting Bill’s Townhouse is a wondrous delight…the recently reopened three story townhouse is like a museum, with old black and white photographs covering the walls, a library of leather bound books, and all the ambiance of a mid-1800’s speakeasy. If it weren’t for the delicious food, we’d spend […]

I’ve been hearing good things about Telepan since I first moved to the city, yet somehow it took me this long to finally get up and go check it out for myself. Located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, not far from the bustling Lincoln Center, Telepan’s New American cuisine is every bit worth the price. Multiple dining rooms make for […]

Located on the posh Upper East Side of Manhattan sits Swifty’s, a quaint, yet sophisticated restaurant that its regulars can’t stop raving about. I came across Swifty’s while searching for a special place to dine for my upcoming birthday, and it seemed like the perfect Upper East excursion for my special day. At first glance, Swifty’s seems to exude those […]

Chelsea is a hub of activity in the city — it’s always bustling with people, attracting New Yorkers and tourists alike to the shopping, the High Line, art galleries, bars, and of course, the food. Pounds & Ounces NYC Pub is a great spot to pop in for a meal. The American menu encourages sharing and puts a fun spin […]

  Reaching your one year anniversary mark as a restaurant in New York City is a huge deal. With restaurants shuttering and opening all the time, you never know if yours will stand the text of time. David Burke Group, no stranger to the restaurant scene in the city, opened up David Burke fabrick and Spyglass Rooftop Bar last May, […]

If Rooftop 48 was a person I would probably slap a ring on him and marry him. The quality of the food, combined with the quality of the mixed drinks were outstanding. When I first arrived at the restaurant there were not many people so I had a chance to really look at the area. You have the option of eating indoors or […]

Beautifully plated and classically fresh is what lies at Chapter One in the West Village. The chef offers a sophisticated take on American pub cuisine, with a home-like feeling inspired by New York City’s historic taverns. Between the Charred Octopus, Lentil Fritters, and Beef Tartar, starting off the evening can be a hard decision here. Knowing all the ingredients are fresh […]

As can be discerned from its name, Route 66 Smokehouse is all about good ol’ American grub. The charming two-floor restaurant is decked out with reclaimed wood hailing from Wisconsin and lively hand painted murals on the walls. The recently opened venue has executive chef Billy Kooper at the helm, whose menu focuses on modernized classic country dishes made with […]