"There may come a time when you would like to eat a kale salad and french fries in the neighborhood. Or seven oysters and three cocktails. Or a Bloody Mary, and maybe a french dip, too. For those times, it's Walter’s you want. You might see an employee in a bowtie, but don’t be fooled—this place is as casual as any other neighborhood spot. Come in a sweatshirt for brunch with fellow Bloody Mary enthusiasts, have a drink at the bar while you wait for your table at Colonia Verde, or do as we do: Start with a deviled egg (they are sold individually, which feels like an underrated idea) and an amaro spritz, and then head to the not-so-secret bar in the back for karaage (see below)." - willa moore, bryan kim, molly fitzpatrick