-
-
Ad Space
(728 x 90)
Survey
At Vermilion The girl-power team (the owner, executive chef and chef de cuisine are all women) behind this much-praised Chicago restaurant brings its Indian–Latin American fusion to New York. Expect inventions like duck vindaloo arepas, and spiced cocktails including a blueberry-cardamom fizz. 480 Lexington Ave at 46th St (212-871-6600)
B. Cafe West The UWS welcomes this Belgian beer café, a sister to B. Cafe across town. Diners can sip more than 60 Belgian brews between bites of moules frites, or any number of affordable sandwiches and salads. 566 Amsterdam Ave between 87th and 88th Sts (212-873-0003)
Boneshakers Spandex-clad cyclists and bike messengers get their own vegetarian café courtesy of the people from LES bike store Trackstar. Expect a menu of coffee, sandwiches and Balthazar breads. 134 Kingsland Ave between Beadel and Lombardy Sts, Williamsburg, Brooklyn (718-963-0656)
Boqueria Chef Seamus Mullen opens a second location of his Chelsea tapas bar, in Soho. This time, he presents a more fish-focused menu and a twelve-seat chefs’ counter. Products for home can be found in the small retail section. 171 Spring St between West Broadway and Thompson St (212-343-4255)
Braeburn Brian Bistrong (the Harrison) debuts his first solo effort, a seasonally minded bistro. 117 Perry St at Greenwich St (212-255-0696). Subway: 1 to Christopher St–Sheridan Sq. Dinner. Average main course: $26.
Center Cut Steaks & Chops Jeffrey Chodorow (Kobe Club) is behind this eco-friendly steakhouse. Empire Hotel, 44 W 63rd St at Broadway (212-956-1288). Subway: A, C, B, D, 1 to 59th St–Columbus Circle. Dinner. Average main course: $36.
Charles Co-owner John DeLucie (the Waverly Inn) opens this invitation-only French-Mediterranean eatery. 243 W 4th St at 10th St (no phone). Subway: A, C, E, B, D, F, V to W 4th St. Dinner. Prices vary.
Danku The first U.S. location of this Dutch and Indonesian fast-food joint opens in midtown. 47 W 57th St between Fifth and Sixth Aves (212-888-3777). Subway: F to 57th St; N, R, W to Fifth Ave–59th St. Daily 7am–9pm. Average main course: $8.
Dardanel Chef-partner Marc Sarac opens this fishcentric restaurant dedicated to the regions surrounding the Black Sea. 1071 First Ave between 58th and 59th Sts (212-888-0809). Subway: N, R, W to Lexington Ave–59th St; 4, 5, 6 to 59th St. Lunch, dinner. Average main course: $18.
Daruma A small-scale yakitori joint has opened in Nolita. 227 Mott St between Prince and Spring Sts (212-219-9288). Subway: N, R, W to Prince St; 6 to Spring St. Lunch, dinner. Average skewer: $2.
Desnuda The chefs double as servers at this tiny ceviche bar from the owner of the Bourgeois Pig. 122 E 7th St between First Ave and Ave A (212-254-3515). Subway: L to First Ave. Dinner. Average small plate: $12.
Dirt Candy Chef Amanda Cohen (Pure Food and Wine) continues her vegetarian conquest of the East Village. 430 E 9th St between First Ave and Ave A (212-228-7732). Subway: L to First Ave, 6 to Astor Pl. Dinner. Average main course: $18.
Houndstooth Pub The owners of Stitch open this British-style gastropub. 520 Eighth Ave at 37th St (212-643-0034). Subway: A, C, E to 42nd St–Port Authority. Dinner. Average main course: $14.
Hummus Kitchen The owners of Cafe Wha? are doling out Middle Eastern vegetarian eats in midtown. The namesake dish, which comes in several varieties, is made with organic chickpeas. 768 Ninth Ave between 51st and 52nd Sts (212-333-3009)
Indian Express This 65-seat Financial District eatery offers a Pan-Indian menu. 18 Murray St between Broadway and Church St (212-608-5555). Subway: A, C, 1, 2, 3 to Chambers St. Lunch, dinner. Average main course: $17.
The John DoryBritish cookery in New York gets a boost with this fish-focused restaurant from the team behind the Spotted Pig. 85 Tenth Ave between 15th and 16th Sts (212-929-4948). Subway: A, C, E to 14th St; L to Eighth Ave. Lunch, dinner. Average main course: $27.
Kyotofu for BoConcept Hell’s Kitchen’s dessert-driven Japanese restaurant unveils its first kiosk in the Chelsea location of BoConcept, a Danish furniture store. Shoppers can choose small bites such as cupcakes, plus Japanese teas and coffee. Kiosks are planned for BoConcept’s six other NYC locations. 144 W 18th St between Sixth and Seventh Aves (no phone yet)
Mañana Serafina owners Vittorio Assaf and Fabio Granato bring home-style Mexican cooking to the UES. 27 E 61st St between Madison and Park Aves (212-752-8900). Subway: N, R, W to Fifth Ave–59th St. Dinner. Average main course: $21.
Nino’s 208 Nino Selimaj (Osso Bucco) opens a seventh Italian eatery, this time with chef Merlin Tlapa (Centolire) at the helm. 208 E 58th St between Second and Third Aves (212-750-7766). Subway: N, R, W to Lexington Ave–59th St; 4, 5, 6 to 59th St. Lunch, dinner. Average main course: $25.
Nirvana Chef J (Jewel of India) brings North-South Indian fusion cuisine to midtown. 346 Lexington Ave between 39th and 40th Sts (212-983-0000). Subway: 42nd St S, 4, 5, 6, 7 to 42nd St–Grand Central. Lunch, dinner. Average main course: $17.
The Oak Room The Plaza Hotel’s landmarked Oak Room reopens under the guidance of chef Joël Antunes and sommelier Joshua Nadel (Veritas). The Plaza Hotel, 10 Central Park South at Fifth Ave (212-758-7777). Subway: N, R, W to Fifth Ave–59th St. Lunch, dinner. Average main course: $42.
Pranna Chef Chai Trivedi channels his travels in Southeast Asia into the menu at this new eatery. 79 Madison Ave between 28th and 29th Sts (212-696-5700). Subway: 6 to 28th St. Mon–Sun 5:30pm–midnight. Average main course: $25.
Roasting Plant The LES coffeeshop expands to a second location. Look for its Javabot machine, which roasts and grinds the beans on premises. 75 Greenwich Ave at Seventh Ave (212-775-7755). Subway: A, C, E, B, D, F, V to W 4th St; 1 to Christopher St–Sheridan Sq. Daily 24hrs. Average coffee: $2.
Rouge Tomate Chef Jeremy Bearman (DB Bistro Moderne) helms this healthful UES restaurant. 10 E 60th St between Fifth and Madison Aves (646-237-8977). Subway: N, R, W to Lexington Ave–59th St; 4, 5, 6 to 59th St. Daily noon–4pm, 5:30–11pm. Average main course: $21.
Salumeria Rosi Chef Cesare Casella’s Italian market and café focuses on meats from Parma, Italy. 283 Amsterdam Ave between 73rd and 74th Sts (212-877-4800). Subway: 1, 2, 3 to 72nd St. Daily 2–10:30pm. Average small plate: $6.
West Branch Upper West Side pioneer Tom Valenti (Ouest) brings a second Euro-American eatery to the ’hood. 2178 Broadway at 77th St (212-777-6764). Subway: 1 to 79th St. Dinner. Average main course: $23.
Zé Cafe The owner of Zezé flower shop and two former Le Cirque chefs have created an Italian-French comfort-food experience. Dinner’s coming soon. 398 E 52nd St at First Ave (212-758-1944). Subway: E, V to Lexington Ave–53rd St; 6 to 51st St. Breakfast, lunch. Average breakfast: $11.
Food & drink shops
Alphabet Scoop This nonprofit ice-cream shop has reopened in the East Village. 543 E 11th St between Aves A and B (212-982-1422). Subway: F, V to Lower East Side–Second Ave. Mon–Thu, Sun 2–8pm; Fri 3–9pm; Sat 11am–9pm. Average ice cream $3.
Dylan’s Candy Bar After a massive expansion, Dylan Lauren’s three-story confectionery is now the world’s largest. 1011 Third Ave at 60th St (646-735-0078). Subway: N, R, W to Lexington Ave–59th St; 4, 5, 6 to 59th St. Mon–Thu 10am–9pm; Fri, Sat 10am–11pm; Sun 11am–8pm. Bags of candy: $10.99 per pound.
La Maison du Chocolat Paris’s temple of fine chocolates unveils its third NYC location. 63 Wall St between Hanover and Pearl Sts (212-952-1123). Subway: 2, 3, 4, 5 to Wall St. Mon–Fri 9am–6:30pm; Sat 11am–5pm.
Murray’s Real Salami The New York cheese institution extends its reach to cured meats in the Grand Central Market. Grand Central Market, Lexington Ave at 43rd St (212-867-7202). Subway: 42nd St S, 4, 5, 6, 7 to 42nd St–Grand Central. Mon–Fri 7am–9pm; Sat 10am–7pm; Sun 11am–6pm.
The Valrhona Boutique The first Valrhona retail store to offer its full line of chocolate products opens in the Food Emporium. Food Emporium Fine Chocolates Shop, Trump Palace, 1175 Third Ave at 68th St (212-249-6778). Subway: 6 to 68th St–Hunter College. Mon–Sat 9am–9pm; Sun 9am–7pm.
Chrissy
Fri, Nov 21, at 08:09am
Went to Pranna last light and it was perfect. From Food to Service, Ambience to Vibe. Had the Rack of lamb and Khao soy noodles with prawn. Absolutely amazing the flavors in the food and the spices the chef is using are close to perfection. The food has a little kick which is really good. The desserts we had were pranna bakery, thai basil sundae and the sorbet selection. All very good. Our server was very professional and had a lot of knowledge abbout the food. The cocktails also very good.
larry
Sat, Nov 01, at 12:18pm
Momofuku has Fergus Henderson cooking there on Monday. Go there.
marianna
Sat, Nov 01, at 12:02pm
Loved Pranna. Went last night. Great atmosphere and food and drinks. Love the vibe. Definately going back
Maris
Mon, Oct 27, at 09:04pm
Hi!!! I´m flying to NYC on thursday, it´s the first time in 12 years, and I´m 24, so I have no clue where to eat, or what to do!!! Please help me, I´m looking for the best NYC experience, and I want to eat at the best places!!! (I´m a chef, jejeje)
gk
Wed, Oct 15, at 12:06pm
...Loved it! I think it has a long way to go, considering it has been open for two days lol., but it has great potential, and the dimmed lights are ideal for dates gone right, and for dates gone wrong!
mike
Wed, Oct 15, at 09:09am
Went to Pranna last night. Don't waste your time.
Mike
Mon, Oct 13, at 05:05pm
Tried Bistrouge past Saturday and loved it !
salah el din amin
Sun, Oct 05, at 05:31pm
hi, iam salah from egypt , cairo my work is chef de partie , 38 years old
i have agood experiencesin italian ,french and oriental foods
i interested of my work , and creative foods
to so i hope to become chance to work thanks
work
Thu, Sep 04, at 02:49pm
i work at this place and its have many good .... we will be having good looking hostess and waitress no worries.
boop
Thu, Jun 26, at 11:12am
Eton is not open. It still looks like the Vermont Pharmacy.
SilSweetheart
Tue, Jun 17, at 11:28pm
Can't wait to try out B & B!!
Sounds like the menu is interesting and delish!!
john
Sun, May 25, at 11:21pm
Yes I got your message but look look its a new SAUSAGE PLACE !!!!!!.
naif
Wed, May 07, at 10:03pm
Abigail is in CROWN Heights, not Prospect Heights.
Lou
Wed, Feb 20, at 10:19am
Red Deli is not open, a few more weeks at least
