"The best seat in the house: The moody, tucked-away alcove with red leather backrests. What you’re seeing: Someone on the cusp of a proposal, or repeat-ordering the brioche and morteau sausage—either way, a love story. Chelsea locals and giddy dates chase the last drops of mustard and tarragon sauce around plates branded with scarlet J’s, and everyone looks their best in the dim light of vintage table lamps at this charming French spot." - jake missing, sinead cranna, rianne shlebak