The Best Restaurants In The West Village - New York - The Infatuation

"Like a lot of spots on this list, 4 Charles Prime Rib is tough to get into. If you manage to score a table, prepare yourself to eat meat and drink something strong in a small dark space filled with diners who look like they talk about market caps and liquidity all day. Order a few big hunks of prime rib, and be sure to dip your fries in creamed spinach. For dessert, have a sundae, a burger (one of the best in the city), or both. If you’re looking to have dinner in a space that feels like a rich relative’s private drinking den, it doesn’t get much better than this. Reservations are released online 21 days in advance at 9am. But unless you've already eaten here, you probably won't get one. The restaurant gives preferential access to customers who are verified in the system, and they only way to get verified is to dine at 4 Charles, then ask to be put on the list. To do that, line up outside no later than 3pm, and wait until the host starts seating people around 3:45 pm. If you're one of the first few parties in line, there's a very good chance you'll get a table." - bryan kim, will hartman, sonal shah, molly fitzpatrick