This famous rolled ice cream shop might be small on the inside, but their portions are huge, their flavors are exotic, and their ice cream is smooth, rich and light!…
The new abcV is the latest from Chef Jean-Georges‘s Flatiron district empire, and it is a true vegetarian’s paradise! Lunch here included roasted cauliflower with turmeric-tahini dipping sauce; ancient grain…
Located on the eastern edge of Midtown, Aquavit is a Scandinavian restaurant that caters (no pun intended) to the high-powered executive crowd. All of their colorful dishes are stunning and…
There’s nothing quite look a good hen-of-the-woods dish; they are just the best kind of mushrooms. Black Barn, located at the north end of New York City’s Madison Square Park,…
Even a classic barbecue joint like Blue Smoke, one of Danny Meyer‘s many Union Square Hospitality Group restaurants in the broader Flatiron neighborhood of New York City, knows how to cater…
A true Mediterranean delight on the Upper West Side, Bustan is always packed with hungry customers. I had green shakshouka (taboon-baked eggs with creamed spinach, fior di latte, and white…
The following review is from fellow foodie and vegan, Cass Palmer! As soon as you walk into any by CHLOE location, you feel a sense of excitement and inspiration because…
This under-the-radar restaurant on Broome Street in SoHo is a real gem. Chalk Point Kitchen is a market-to-table restaurant that serves local and seasonal ingredients. I was overwhelmed by all…
Ever since this upscale Mexican restaurant started serving lunch, it’s been a go-to for me and my friends. Everything on their menu is extremely fresh and delicious, and they offer…
This is my family’s go-to place for Mexican comfort food because they have excellent vegetarian options. Their Vegetable Tacos are loaded with fresh vegetables and flavor, and they are even…
A popular Lebanese restaurant in the heart of the Flatiron district, Ilili is absolutely stunning, from the decor to the cocktails to the dishes themselves. I like their unique combination…
True to its name, this popular Midtown restaurant serves delicious Indian fusion food. Chefs Manish Mehrota and Vivek Rana serve delicate, flavor-balancing Indian food with unique ingredients and a modern…
When my son told me he wanted to try this place, I rolled my eyes and thought, “No, not another ramen restaurant!” But, much to my surprise, this particular ramen…
Ever wonder where I shop for all my recipe ingredients? While not technically a restaurant, Kalustyan’s is a true spice heaven in middle of Murray Hill. Every time I go here…
I absolutely love this vegetable-forward Italian restaurant in New York City’s bustling Flatiron district. Their farro salad has apples, arugula, pomegranate, goat cheese, pickled onions, and pistachio; and their toscana…
Landmarc Restaurant is a great place to grab a drink or quick meal in Midtown, which is not always known for its stellar dining options. I usually stop here before…
A relatively new hidden gem in the Evelyn Hotel in the NoMad/Flatiron district, Leonelli Taberna is a great little lunch spot. They have lots of delicious vegetarian options, such as…
Yet another gem from the Union Square Hospitality Group, Maialino serves traditional Roman dishes in the gorgeous setting of the Gramercy Park Hotel. We started with a deliciously creamy burrata…
As I’ve said before, eating at Union Square Hospitality Group restaurants is always such a treat. Marta, inside The Redbury hotel, is known city-wide for their super-thin-crust, wood-fired pizzas, like…
Tucked away in a little corner of the NoMad area, Maxwell’s Chophouse has a very old-Hollywood feel to it. From the black-and-white marble floors to the golden bar, you definitely…
The proud new owner of a Michelin star, Nix is a vegetarian’s dream in the heart of the East Village near NYU. Pictured here is their spinach, kale, apple, and…
Everyone has heard of this fancy restaurant on 26th and Park that changes its menu and decor based on season, right? The decorations are certainly something to behold, and although…
Widely regarded as one of the best restaurants in the entire world, and certainly one of the best in the United States, for many years running, Thomas Keller’s Per Se…
The Upper East Side has a lot of hidden gems, and Pil Pil is at the very top of that list. A traditional Spanish tapas restaurant with a New York…