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NYC Bars & Restaurants Worth Visiting
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items Some of my favorite restaurants and bars in NYC that won't be on every other list you see on the internet! I love bold flavors, great service, exploring new cuisines, and interesting cocktails.
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I just went here for the first time a few weeks ago and it was an amazing experience all around. The service is incredible. The cocktails are SO GOOD, and the menu is interesting and varied. The vibe was also great - the bar was packed, and not just ...
Cecchi's
Recently reopened and reimagined, Fedora is back to being a destination restaurant in the West Village, in my opinion. Set just below street level in a cozy space, the food and service make this such an awesome spot to celebrate, have a date, or just...
Fedora
If you're looking for fresh and delicious middle eastern food - this is the spot. There is also a location of this restaurant in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. I especially love it for brunch. Try the schnitzel and make a reservation!!
12 Chairs Cafe
This is hands down my favorite Korean restaurant in NYC. (I think it's better than another famous Korean spot in town, Cote). This is some of the freshest and most well seasoned meat I've ever had. The banchan are incredible and unlimited, the stews ...
NUBIANI
Down a little side street in Chinatown, you'll see an unassuming wooden door with a bouncer. Behind it, is a gorgeous apothecary-style bar with some of the most creative cocktails you'll ever find. If you're dining in Chinatown or Soho, stop here for...
APOTHEKE MIXOLOGY
A French-inspired Indonesian restaurant run by Chef Cédric Vongerichten (son of famed chef Jean-George) in Nolita that will blow you away with flavors. 2 words: lobster noodles. The whole menu is innovative and exciting, and amazing for sharing. Cock...
Wayan
This restaurant is FUN. A Korean fried chicken bucket? Unlimited banchan? A robust champagne menu? Creative cocktails (or coqtails as they call them - my favorite is called The Egg) - I SAY SIGN ME UP! Fun to go with a group. They also have dozens of...
COQODAQ
A vibey little bar/restaurant very close to the L train in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Cocktails are awesome and I only had a few small plates but the rest of the menu also looks amazing. A great spot for a drink before dinner or a quick date. Love the a...
Bar Madonna
Great little corner spot in the West Village! The burger is the draw here and it did not disappoint - but the rest of the menu is also exciting. Love this place for brunch as well! Easy to get to from multiple subway lines.
Fairfax
This gorgeous Thai place is ALWAYS PACKED. The food is outrageously good and this is definitely a local NYC resident favorite. Great drinks as well but the highlight is the food. Order a ton and share it! Definitely make a reservation.
Thai Villa
Incredible Chinese food but not in Chinatown? This is your new favorite spot. I am blown away by the quality and quantity of the incredible food at Cafe China. You definitely need a reservation. Allll the vegetable dishes are PACKED with gorgeous Sic...
Café China
This place is cozy, chic, and great for people watching. Don't sleep on the chicken fingers as a snack to start. Really amazing cocktails and fresh, delicious food. The seafood tower was such a great value for the quantity they provide. Can't wait to...
American Bar - New York
Woooowww this Sichuan dry pot restaurant is PACKED full of flavor and is so fun with a group. You select your proteins, veggies, and extras, and sauce spice level - and they bring you a giant hot bowl of deliciousness. I didn't try the cocktails but ...
MáLà Project Bryant Park