"Iwan and Manuela Wirth, known for mega modern art gallery Hauser & Wirth, have opened Manuela, adjacent to the Hauser & Wirth Soho outpost. It’s a sibling to the first Manuela that opened in Downtown Los Angeles in an urban farm space with live chickens. There are, of course, no live chickens here — but the artsy interior is wild and worth the trip alone. And the menu is distinct from Los Angeles: Sean Froedtert, formerly of Buvette, oversees the kitchen, turning out straight-ahead fare. Think: crudo, carpaccio, chicory salad, butter beans, grilled halibut collar, roasted lamb saddle, and a golden beets side with almond butter and dill. It’s open for lunch, dinner, and brunch." - Melissa McCart