Tigre

"You’ll think you’re lost as you turn the corner looking for this charming restaurant set right along the Little River in the Upper East Side. But hiding among the trees just under the nose of Biscayne Boulevard is Chef Deborah de Corral’s Argentinian bistro—warm with woven cane screens, intricate patterns and an arched ceiling.Named after a city north of Buenos Aires, the breezy dining room opens to a waterfront terrace, where Corral shows that she is not afraid of bold, bright flavors. Dishes like poached red prawns spiked with an aji amarillo-lime vinaigrette, and the 36-hour beef rib that's smoked, cooked sous vide and then grilled, drive home the point. A satisfying dulce de leche flan makes a sweet finale to this intimate experience." - Michelin Inspector

"Tigre is a beautiful Argentinian restaurant in the Upper East Side where you can bring a date or a few friends or, really, anyone who appreciates interior design and the color green. The small dining has a curved ceiling that sort of makes you feel like you’re in a very fancy cave - but the outdoor seating is where you want to sit. It’s organized along a little canal that - despite being just a baseball toss away from the hectic intersection of Biscayne and 79th - feels peaceful and secluded. The aesthetics are the selling point here, but the food is also good. There are some solid veggie options, like a simple, crunchy hearts of palm salad or tender roasted beets, but you’ll find bigger steak and fish entrees too. Whether you want to eat buñuelos or just have a few apéritif cocktails while looking for manatees - Tigre should be the answer next time it’s so nice out that you feel guilty being inside. photo credit: Laylle Digital Media" - Ryan Pfeffer

"Exudes and Argentina meets Miami feel. Housed right on the river, it serves up dishes like red prawn rolls, smoked and breaded pork chops, 36-hour smoked beef ribs, and swordfish steak." - Olee Fowler