"The Deal: $9 cocktails, $6 glasses of wine, $1-3 oysters, $8-10 appetizers During happy hour, you can get the royal treatment at the Downtown steak and seafood restaurant Bungalow if you’re balling on a budget. Take a seat at the plush bar and grab a plate of smoky pineapple jerk wings for $10, or a sidecar to go with your seafood dip. And with half priced appetizers and drinks, the complimentary champagne you’re greeted with goes down just a little bit smoother." - chelsea thomas, gianni greene
"With a rooftop patio with scenic Downtown views and a bar tucked behind a second-floor bookshelf, Bungalow delivers a unique dual-level experience, blending upscale dining with a speakeasy allure. Diners are greeted with a complimentary glass of champagne as they explore the menu. Culinary highlights include a show-stopping 32-ounce tomahawk rib-eye with indulgent toppings like seared foie gras or truffle herb butter, as well as standout seafood options such as a whole fried snapper. Finish the experience with its dessert selection, which includes a rich bread pudding and a bright lemon meringue tart." - Marcy de Luna
"When in the mood for a splash of glam with skyline views, Bungalow delivers. Diners are welcomed to the chic Downtown spot with a glass of bubbly before ascending to the rooftop. The menu leans luxe, with prime steaks, including a 32-ounce tomahawk, lobster tail, and wagyu meatball pasta." - Marcy de Luna
"As a child of Venus, beauty, and extravagance make Libras feel the most at home. Modesty has no place in their vicinity, so their next meal should be at Bungalow, part steakhouse and part seafood restaurant. This Downtown spot wants you to have the best of everything, from steaks smothered in hickory butter to creamy lobster macaroni and cheese, so it’s no stranger to opulence. And with glasses of champagne handed to you on arrival, Bungalow provides the necessary reminder that Libras should always prioritize the finer things." - gianni greene, chelsea thomas
"The next time you have a birthday, graduation, or Friday night to celebrate, do it at Bungalow. The pan-Indian restaurant with a subterranean dining room and a thumping soundtrack is always fun, especially if you like the sound of unpretentious, lovable food from a regular judge on MasterChef India. Everything is portioned to share, like butter-heavy daal that’s simmered for eight hours, and slow-cooked lamb in a gravy made with roasted tomatoes and caramelized onions. Online reservations go up 20 days in advance at 11am. Bungalow accepts walk-ins for the dining room and eight-seat bar, but the only dishes you can order at the bar are desserts and small plates. If you want a walk-in table, your best bet is early in the week. On a recent Wednesday, there was only a 10-minute wait for two. We've also had some success with email (info@bungalowny.com)." - will hartman, bryan kim, willa moore, kenny yang, neha talreja