316 Bowery

"The clubby vibe is central to the appeal of Saxon + Parole, where groups at brunch go for the food as much as being seen. But the thoughtfully composed, if pricey at $30 on average, American dishes deliver, as does the bar headed by Maxime Belfand, which has its own whiskey brand. Certain cocktails can be batched up and housed in a personalized bottle to drink whenever." - Paul Schrodt

"There may not be a more beautiful place in NYC to have a nice burger with a side of fancy drinks. Saxon + Parole’s much-reviewed burger doesn’t disappoint; it’s big, messy and packs a lot of flavor. And that’s not all. The bar-restaurant, with a name inspired by two horses, is also known for their impressive cocktail selection. They even have a personalized whiskey program for those who fancy having their name printed on a specialty bottle. The ambiance, crafted by design and concept firm AvroKo, matches the quality of the food and drinks and stretches between two big rooms for dining, a bar area, and a secret entrance to the bar next door, also dreamt up by the AvroKo team." - Carbone Smolan Agency