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Totto Ramen serves rich, creamy chicken-based paitan ramen with tender pork char siu in a cozy Midtown East spot perfect for casual slurping.

Veselka is a bustling East Village icon serving comforting Ukrainian pierogi, borscht, and homestyle fare in a lively, retro diner setting.

Veniero’s is a bustling East Village gem since 1894, serving iconic Italian pastries and cheesecakes beneath a stunning stained-glass ceiling.

Szechuan Mountain House serves artfully plated, fiery Szechuan classics in a cozy, zen-inspired space with koi ponds and elegant decor.

Tucked above Gage & Tollner in Downtown Brooklyn, Sunken Harbor Club is a cozy tiki haven boasting inventive cocktails and a whimsical nautical vibe that feels like an adventure on the high seas.

Nestled next to Di Fara Pizza, 1012 Kitchen charms with its tiny takeout counter offering classic Italian heroes crafted from cherished family recipes, all under $11.

West Village’s cozy gem turns roadside clam shack vibes upscale with fresh clams, stellar chowder, and killer lobster sliders.

Acru delivers a cozy, intimate taste of Australian-inspired fine dining in the Village with inventive, richly flavored tasting menus under $100.

Tucked in a Flushing Hindu temple basement, this no-frills spot serves some of NYC’s crispiest, most authentic South Indian vegetarian dosas.

Okonomi is a tiny Williamsburg spot serving meticulously crafted Japanese breakfast sets by day and fresh seafood ramen by night in an intimate setting.