TriBeCa

Church Street Tavern

Why Come Here? Great burgers in an old New York setting Church Street Tavern is the kind of restaurant that seems like it couldn’t open in modern day New York. It’s an old-world, meat-centric cavern of a place that makes no nods to those who wish to eat healthy. The menu is essentially a […]

Little Park

Why Come Here? Amazing things done to vegetables, ample booth seating I have been a fan of Andrew Carmellini since the opening of Locanda Verde six years ago. I find he’s at his best when cooking Italian – pastas in particular – so it was good to see that heavily […]

Distilled

Why Come Here? Some of NYC’s best wings, upscale bar food with decent veggie options, pre-going out group dinner Right Amount for 2? Wings, another app and an entree Distilled Wings Distilled is a “New American Public House” from Shane Lyons. Shane’s previous work includes Momofuku Noodle Bar and stints […]

Sweetgreen

Why Come Here? Fresh, organic and local salads with all the fixin’s With 19 locations in DC, Boston, Philly and now New York, Sweetgreen is a bonafide chain. And normally I wouldn’t take the time to support a chain. But Sweetgreen is different and I’m officially obsessed. Judging by the […]

Dean’s Restaurant

Why Go Here? Some on NYC’s best pizza without a wait, outdoor seating, friendly service When I lived in TriBeCa a few years ago, Dean’s was my go-to pizza place. Recently returning after a long absence, I was reminded why I loved it so much. Dean’s is one of those local NYC […]