Ornate, multi-level dining room next to Carnegie Hall, filled with red leather banquettes, gold fixtures, and year-round Christmas decor. The menu is classic Russo-Continental – think borscht, caviar service, and formal afternoon tea.
Seafood-focused Italian spot on a West Village corner, with a menu of playful dishes like shrimp parm. The buttery yellow room has a buzzy energy and a pewter bar pouring martinis made with garlic-bread-infused vodka.
Sophisticated Village spot where creative Italian dishes emerge from a bustling open kitchen. Expect inventive plates like a foie gras PB&J bombolone alongside perfectly executed house-made pastas.
Buzzing slice shop with a constant line for its thin-crust, New York-style pies. The famous burrata slice is the move – just expect to eat it standing at the counter.
Formal dining room in The Langham hotel, a Midtown spot for business lunches and special occasions. The menu draws from the Italian and French Riviera – think handmade pastas, seasonal crudo, and an award-winning wine list.
Sleek dining room centered on a twelve-foot wood-fire grill turning out seasonal steaks and seafood. A custom raw bar cart makes the rounds between tables; small stools are even provided for handbags.
Financial District hotel channeling a private club with its dark woods, brass details, and tufted leather seating. The library lounge pours complimentary prosecco nightly; an intimate upstairs wine bar specializes in Tuscan vintages.
Neighborhood trattoria serving the home-style cooking of Bologna, with a clear focus on handmade pasta. The rustic room is anchored by a large, wood-paneled bar – a remnant from a film set – that gives the space a timeless, lived-in feel.
Neighborhood pizzeria turning out thin, crispy sourdough pies and house pastas like agnolotti. The warm, classy room is a local go-to for date nights and Italian cocktails.
Counter-service pizzeria turning out airy square slices with a crisp, caramelized cheese crust. The space is strictly standing-room-only, with wall counters for eating and cheesesteaks that rival the pizza.
