A big old Southern buffet, complete with green bean casserole and corn pudding. A very touristy vibe unfortunately.

Service ain't spectacular, but the food is. The Yum salads are amazing - spicy, salty, crunchy, sweet.

strangely addictive -- an Indian take on Chinese food. Some is familiar, some entirely new.

Voted best bento box in the city a few years back. Consistently fresh, high-quality fish and great service.

Look for the door by the barber pole, then head up the stairs to the 2nd floor. Try the tofu & kimchi -- so tasty!

Amazing, unusual and authentic dishes served in a bustling atmosphere. Spicy!

The locals' choice for a pre-theatre bite. Staff knows you have a show to catch and gets you served quickly. Excellent martinis.

Crazy indoor beer garden on the far west side. Potato pancakes and huge glasses of spaten.

My downtown favorite. French comfort food at its finest

Pomegranate margarits and guacomole. Always good, always packed.

Solid bistro on the UES. Go for homemade sausages, sauerkraut and spaetzle.

Wonderful smoky food and atmosphere in Manhattanville. Gets very crowded, go early on a weekday and hang in the bar.