La Bonne Soupe

$25

Crafty gal seeks naïve outsider. Or, if you’ve already found your match, head over to the American Folk Art Museum (45 West 53rd St between 5th and 6th Aves, 212-265-1040) for Free Music Fridays from 5:30-7:30pm. While the music is a little country—you’ll hear strains of banjos, fiddles and a variety of folk balladry—the atmosphere is homespun without being hokey, and the galleries are open free of charge. Keep the homey vibe burning and head to romantic French-American bistro La Bonne Soupe (48 West 55th St between 5th and 6th Aves, 212-586-7650). The name means “the good life,” and indeed it is. Request a seat on the outdoor balcony upstairs, or settle in at any of the gingham-covered tables and dig into authentic comfort food. Try the savory or sweet crepes served with salad ($12.95) or cross skewers mid-dip while sharing a fondue built for two ($21.95). Bon!—Maria Longo