Coffee - Brunch - Lunch- Tea - Drinks - Dinner - Dessert
Best For: Lunch, Dinner
Borough: Bronx
Why I love it: Having gone to Fordham, I'd be remiss if I failed to mention Arthur Avenue. With too many amazing places to name individually, the little Italy of the Bronx has some of my favorite restaurants in the city. If I'm forced to talk specifics, Tino's for lunch and Enzo's for dinner are at the top of the list.
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: This is one of the famous Lidia Bastianich's restaurants and is perfect for a classic Italian meal. Be sure to order the rotating pasta, where you get unlimited table side service of three different kinds of pasta. I've actually been to Lidia's in Pittsburgh too!
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: Italian food galore. It's essentially a huge market with mini restaurants, where you can purchase the exact ingredients of anything you eat. Also I heard it's in the works to bring back the Nutella bar and I'm dying.
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: I particularly love the Times Square location because the interior is just unbelievable for its location. With two floors, a grand ceiling window and a beautiful mural of New York, you'll forget this is a pizzeria... that is until the delicious pizza arrives at your table.
Best For: Dinner, Drinks
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: Velvet chairs and ornate gold frames transport you back to the time of Queen Victoria. I absolutely love the interior of Lillie's with its exposed brick and gorgeous marble top bar. With cozy booths and occasional live music, it's great for drinks or dinner with friends.
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: Panna II is the definition of "do it for the gram." There must be thousands of rainbow lights in this narrow Indian restaurant, providing the perfect backdrop for an on point insta.
[The Paris Cafe]
Best For: Lunch, Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: The Paris Cafe is the perfect place to grab food after walking the Brooklyn Bridge or exploring South Street Seaport. It's one of New York's oldest pubs and has an impressive history dating back to the 1800's involving famous patrons like Thomas Edison and Teddy Roosevelt.
[Ristorante Morini]
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: This two story Upper East Side restaurant is modern in both its italian menu and interior. I'm in love with the "buttoned up the back" seating in the dining room as well as the patterned projection on the bar. Whatever you do, don't skip the appetizers or dessert because it's all amazing.
[Ristorante Morini]
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: This two story Upper East Side restaurant is modern in both its italian menu and interior. I'm in love with the "buttoned up the back" seating in the dining room as well as the patterned projection on the bar. Whatever you do, don't skip the appetizers or dessert because it's all amazing.
[Rosie's]***
Best For: Lunch, Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: While the drinks are certainly not for the weak willed, Rosie's serves up delicious Mexican dishes are simple and traditional. With an open dining room around a central bar, and bulb lights strung from the ceiling, it's for sure a fun, casual environment for a group of friends. Side Note: Rosie's is a sister restaurant of the Cookshop.
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: Only small plates at Sofia, but the best part is ordering a bunch to share! If you want some recommendations, definitely go for the spinach and artichoke dip, meatball sliders or mac n' cheese or, ya know....all three!
[Tavern on the Green]
Best For: Lunch, Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: Tavern on the Green is a picturesque summer setting. Nestled on the west side of central park, the outdoor seating is surrounded by beautiful string lights where diners can watch the activity in the park while they eat.
Why I love it: The Wren is a cool East Village spot, perfect for a drink or late dinner. The decor is rustic meets speakeasy, with lots of wooden accents and a bar that looks straight out of the twenties. The menu is short, but with some delicious standouts, like the Lemon Roasted Chicken! You should also definitely try to get a cozy corner booth.
[Yum Yum 11]
[The Wren]***
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
[Yum Yum 11]
Best For: Dinner
Borough: Manhattan
Why I love it: This is a favorite among my friends for dinner before seeing a show. It's inexpensive but delicious Thai food. Also, you can't beat $3 wine. Just make sure you go to Yum Yum II and not the others that surround it. I'm not sure there's a big difference because I've never tried the others, but I'm fiercely loyal.
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