"Via Carota is always busy, and there are several reasons why. First, the Italian food is exceptional—especially the pasta, fried rabbit, and svizzerina. This restaurant also has an attractive space decorated like an Italian farmhouse, and you might see someone who’s due for their first (or next) Oscar win. Limited reservations are available 30 days out, but if you don’t snag one, you might be told to come back in several hours, so put your name on the list and get some drinks at one of the many bars within walking distance." - bryan kim, will hartman, sonal shah, molly fitzpatrick