Brown Butter Craft Bar & Kitchen

Hungry Thirsty in Brooklyn brings a fresh spin on Thai cuisine, serving vibrant, Southern-inspired dishes in a lively, fun atmosphere.

Inside Essex Market, Kotti Berliner Döner Kebab serves juicy, slow-roasted döner stuffed in airy pide bread with fresh veggies and vibrant sauces.

Step into Zeppola Bakery, a cozy Italian spot in Midtown, where you can nibble on flaky pastries and savor gourmet sandwiches, all served with warm hospitality.

Wildair, the casual yet sophisticated LES spot from Contra’s chefs, serves inventive American small plates and natural wines in a lively, intimate setting.

Claud in the East Village serves up upscale European bistro eats with standout chicken liver agnolotti and a must-try devil’s food cake.

Pathos Cafe is a bright, upscale taverna offering a seafood-rich Mediterranean menu in a relaxed setting, perfect for a casual yet classy lunch.

Le Fournil, an authentic French bakery in the East Village, serves buttery croissants, fresh baguettes, and a delicious range of pastries.

Adda serves bold, authentic regional Indian dishes in a cozy, newspaper-clad LIC spot perfect for sharing spicy, homestyle flavors.

Din Tai Fung, the Taiwanese soup dumpling heavyweight, brings its first East Coast outpost to Midtown, featuring massive seating and dumpling-making theatrics in a sleek, spacious setting.

Step into Lakruwana, a vibrant Sri Lankan haven on Staten Island, where eclectic decor meets an all-you-can-eat buffet brimming with flavorful curries and comforting dishes.