Patrons tend to start out with a plate of slender, sugar-crusted churros with melted dunking chocolate ($10), but diners might do just as well splitting the brioche French toast ($12). En savoir plus .
A new concept joint combining contemporary art, wine, Basque grub, & designer electronics under one roof on Clinton Street. Snacks include an assortment of pinxtos, cheeses & meats from Northern Spain En savoir plus .
Krakow has amassed a following large enough for the MCA to feature his work during a month-long exhibit. Stop in this month to browse the exhibit, and check out live performances on Tuesday, May 11th. En savoir plus .
The best part for any serious fan of Americana is the yearly showing of Top Gun at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum’s flight deck. Picnicing is encouraged but booze is not. En savoir plus .
Its international wine list is prodigious, including more than 20 cabernets alone. Just as important, the chef knows how to work the grill & pizza oven, providing the perfect casual backdrop. En savoir plus .
Enjoy a big portion of corned-beef hash with two well-poached eggs ($14) or a kale salad with clothbound cheddar ($11). The warm biscuits with jam are an excellent side ($3). En savoir plus .
Don't be intimidated by GQ magazine's labeling of The Smile as "The White-Hot Center of New York Cool." This basement cafe is welcoming and casual. Try the roast-beef sandwich ($11.50). En savoir plus .
This is Foursquare co-founder Dennis Crowley's favorite bar, which he told us in a video tour of the East Village. En savoir plus .
You get to mix and match ingredients until you put together your desired wrap or salad or bowl. Or even soup, which is a nice touch. It’s like a salad bar for soup. Now that’s pioneering. En savoir plus .