French restaurant · East Village
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"Meanwhile, the neighborhood restaurant Tree Bistro is back up and running following a closure due to fire damage." - Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya
Italian restaurant · Flatiron District
Massara, a vibrant new Italian eatery in Flatiron, serves up coastal Southern Italian delights with house-made pastas, wood-fired pizzettes, and standout dishes like candele and chilled spaghetti, all housed in a chic two-story space that captures the warmth of Campania.
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Cantonese restaurant · Chinatown
Cha Kee is your go-to cash-only spot in Chinatown, serving up quick, comforting Hong Kong-style dishes like baked pork chop over rice and exquisite milk tea in a vibrant, modern diner setting.
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Bakery · Chelsea
Located just off Union Square, Ole & Steen is a Danish bakery serving artisanal breads, indulgent pastries, and cozy café vibes perfect for a lingering coffee break.
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Restaurant · Kips Bay
Medium Rare offers a straightforward steak frites experience in a casual setting, where for $35 you can enjoy warm bread, a salad, and two servings of culotte steak with fries—all topped off with a delightful secret sauce.
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Tea house · Little Italy
Bright, green-hued nook for matcha drinks, soft-serve ice cream, pastries & coffee.
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Italian restaurant · Greenwich Village
Bar Pitti is a cozy Italian gem, serving authentic dishes that have regulars feeling like family amidst its glamorous crowd.
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Ukrainian restaurant · East Village
Veselka is a beloved East Village Ukrainian diner dishing up comforting classics like vibrant borscht and fluffy pierogi since 1954, embodying a lively spirit that's perfect for any time of day.
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Halal restaurant · Astoria
Discover the vibrant tastes of Moroccan cuisine at Dar Lbahja in Astoria, where former Dar Yemma chef Touria Lamtahaf serves up hearty tagines and welcoming vibes.
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Mexican restaurant · Greenpoint
Oxomoco is a vibrant, Michelin-starred Mexican hotspot in Greenpoint serving smoky wood-fired tacos and fresh ceviches in a chic, plant-filled setting.
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Restaurant · Lower East Side
Vanessa's Dumpling House is a bustling Chinatown gem, serving up thick-skinned dumplings and sizzling sesame pancakes in a casual, no-frills atmosphere.