Ophelia Lounge NYC

Raku serves some of NYC’s best handmade udon in a cozy, minimalist setting with bold broths, crispy apps, and a touch of Japanese charm.

Step into The Lambs Club, an art deco gem in the Chatwal Hotel, where power lunches and pre-show dinners are served up with a side of old-school glam, expertly crafted cocktails, and an American menu that hits all the right notes.

Karasu is a sleek, dimly lit Japanese izakaya tucked behind Walter’s in Fort Greene, serving inventive cocktails and refined small plates like crispy karaage and prime ribeye for two.

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

Los Tacos No. 1 serves up some of NYC’s best street-style tacos with fresh, handmade corn and flour tortillas in a buzzing Chelsea Market stall.

Serpentine is a chic cocktail bar in the West Village, serving high-end drinks and scrumptious bites like lobster BLTs and dry-aged burgers in a cozy vibe.

Dominique Ansel Workshop in Flatiron crafts inventive, flaky croissants and pastries with fresh, seasonal flavors perfect for a chic grab-and-go treat.

Hop Kee is a longtime Chinatown basement joint serving hearty, authentic Cantonese classics like crab, chow fun, and salt-and-pepper squid—cash only, no frills.

Monsieur Bistro blends French charm with Mediterranean flair on the Upper East Side, offering a cozy spot for exquisite dishes and attentive service.

Danny Meyer's Daily Provisions serves up crave-worthy crullers, killer breakfast sandwiches, and a top-notch rotisserie chicken in a cozy, bustling café.