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ABC Kitchen

ABC Kitchen is Jean-Georges’ venture into the popular locavore arena. Having been disappointed by some of his other restaurants, I was skeptical about ABC Kitchen despite the hype and difficulty of getting a reservation (settled for 9:30 on a Sunday 29 days out! I know, it was sloppy not doing 30).  After […]

Cienfuegos

Cienfuegos is a Cuban rum bar specializing in rum punches. Now you may be thinking rum punches are for best drank in Caribbean or at  frat parties. And usually I’d agree. But these punches are from the team behind Death & Co. and Mayaheul. They are light on the juice, […]

Marlow & Sons

Why Come Here? Casual and fun atmosphere, small but great menu, fresh and interesting oysters If you like great food in a relaxed atmosphere and don’t mind not having a back on your chair, you’ll find Marlow & Sons to be a hidden gem. Tucked away under the Williamsburg Bridge, […]

Junoon

Why Come Here? Inventive cocktails, quite conversation, knowledgeable and attentive service, someone else is paying. Junoon is the sort of place built to take clients or your parents. The service is formal and attentive, the space heavily stylized and cavernous – reminiscent of an upscale hotel dining room. And the low spice level […]

Fedora

Why Come Here? Great spot for any occasion (although large groups would be tough), great cocktails, diverse and interesting menu Fedora has the feel an old neighborhood spot. The color scheme is black and white, giving the sense that you’ve walked into a bar in the 1940s. The speakeasy style cocktails also […]