New York City Restaurants

54 Cuisines -- 2000 Listings

Quick Index

Afghan African American Barbecue Burgers Burmese
Cafe Coffee Californian Caribbean Caterer Chicken
Chinese Continental Cuban Deli Diner Eclectic
English Ethiopian French German Greek Health
Hot Dogs Ice Cream Indian Italian Japanese Junk
Irish Latino Mexican Middle Eastern Pizza Ribs
Russian Sandwiches Scandinavian Seafood Spanish Soul
Southern Southwest Sport Steak Sushi Swiss
Thai Turkish Vegetarian Vietnamese Wineries Yogurt

Afghan

  • Afghan Kebab House 2nd bet. 70th and 71st St. NY, 212-517-2776.
  • Afghan Kebab House 46th St. bet. 6th and 7th Ave. NY, 212-768-3875.
  • Afghan Kebab House 9th bet. 51st and 52nd 212-307-1612.
  • Afghan Tea Room 631 9th Ave. NY, 212-397-9650.
  • Ariana Afghan Kebab Restaurant 787 9th Ave. NY, 212-262-2323.
  • Kabul Cafe 54th bet. Broadway and 8th 212-757-2037.
  • Khyber Pass... 34 St. Marks Pl. bet 2nd & 3rd Aves. 212-473-0989.
  • Pamir 1st Ave. at 58th St. NY, 212-644-9258.
  • Pamir 2nd Ave. bet. 74th and 75th St. NY, 212-734-3791.

African

  • African Restaurant 1729 176th St. bet. Nelson St. & Macombs Rd., NYC (718) 901-0784
  • Asmara African Restaurant 947 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-662-1065.
  • Cafe Fes... 246 W 4th St at Charles St. 212-924-7653.
  • Demu Cafe 773 Fulton St. bet. S. Portland & Oxford St., NYC (718) 875-8484
  • Ethiopian Restaurant 3161 Broadway, NY, 212-749-4449.
  • Ghion Ethiopian Restaurant 668 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-875-8722.
  • Keur N'deye 737 Fulton St. bet. S. Elliot & S. Portland St., NYC (718) 875-4937
  • Koryoe Restaurant & Cafe 3151 B'way, NYC, (212) 316-2950
  • Lucky Star Deli 214 W 50th St. bet. B'way & 8th Ave., NYC, (212) 571-6881
  • Ngone International Gourmet 823 6th Ave., NYC (212) 967-7899
  • Ngone... 823 Sixth Ave bet 28th & 29th Sts. 212-967-7899.
  • Obaa Koryoe... 3143 Broadway bet Tieman and LaSalle Sts. 212-316-2950.
  • Pageant... 109 E 9th St bet Third & Fourth Aves. 212-529-5333.
  • Rectangle's... 159 Second Ave at 10th St. 212-677-8410.
  • Selam Cafe Ethiopian Restaurant 3161 Broadway, NY, 212-749-4449.
  • SoHo Provisions... 518 Broadway bet Spring & Kenmare Sts second floor. 212-334-4311.
  • Soumbedione 2000 African Restaurant 247 W 116th St. NY,.
  • Taprobane... 234 W 56th St bet Broadway & Eighth Ave. 212-333-4203.
  • Yemen & Somalia... 231 W 116th St. bet Seventh & Eighth Aves. 212-749-8241.

American

  • Bryant Park Grill 25 W. 40th St. behind N.Y. Public Library This New American Grill is great. Unfortunately the service and the quality of the food is sporadic. It is situated in a area.
  • Flowers 21 W. 17th St. bet 5th & 6th Aves. 212-691-8888. Rated as being one of the restaurants with the best garden's in the city Flowers is excellent. The price is expensive but your a receiving a great meal. The service is not great, but the bar is.
  • Harbour Lights South St. Seaport, Pier 17, 3rd fl. 212-227-2800. With fantastic views of the Brooklyn Bridge, and the harbour it will really enhance your overall experience. With quality American fare. It is a great place to eat at if you are in from out of town.
  • Hudson River Club 4 World Financial Ctr. 250 Vesey St. West St. 212-786-1500. With cuisine that is typical of the Hudson River Valley this restaurant is a success. Overall it is very solid. the majority of it's crowd is from Wall Street. Expensive but probably worth it.
  • Pipeline 2 World Financial Ctr. 225 Liberty St. South End Ave. 212-945-2755. One of the best outdoor restaurants in the downtown area. Awesome views of the Hudson plus great food.
  • Sequoia Pier 17, 89 Fulton St. South St. Seaport. 212-732-9090. With awesome views and basic yet quality food, it's great palce for tourists or businessmen after work. A very good deal.
  • Sign of the Dove 1110 Third Ave. 65th St. 212-861-8080. This East Side restaurant is one of the most romantic restaurants. It's American cuisine is fantastic and excellent for occasions.
  • Temple Bar 332 Lafayette St. Bleecker St. 212-925-4242. The best place for a date in the city. It is definately the most seductive bar. A good place for drinkers. Not very expensive.
  • The Water Club 500 E. 30th St. East River. 212-683-3333. Great for wedding's or parties. With quality American food and a nice view of the river, with the excellent service it makes you feel like royalty.
  • Top of the Tower Beekmam Tower Hotel, 3 Mitchell Pl, 26th fl. 1st Ave & 49th St. 212-355-7300. With a quality American menu, and great 360 degree views, it's a safe bet. There is live music after nine and even the price is pretty good.
  • Torre di Pisa19 W. 44th St. bet 5th & 6th Aves. 212-398-4400. One of the most bucolic restuarants in the entire city. If it's food looks as good as it does, anyone who eats there will most definately leave with a smile on their face. On the expensive side.
  • Verbena 54 Irving Pl. bet 17th & 18th Sts. 212-260-5454. Excellent garden, complemented by excellent food. The service, and appearance are also winners. A tad on the expensive side.
  • Water's Edge 44th Dr. & East River. 718-482-0033. With the quality of the food rapidly improving, and great view of the N.Y. skyline this one is tough to pass up. If you happen to be there when there is a grey sunset you are in for a real treat. The food also happens to be very good along with the serv i ce.
  • (American) River Cafe 1 Water St. (Brooklyn Bridge). 718-522-5200. Fantastic views accompanied by a superb meal. Located in Brooklyn you are able to see great views of lower Manhattan. Despite its expensive menu it is worth every dollar. It is the type of place that is good for any kind of occasion.
  • 21 Club, the 52nd bet. 5th & 6th. 212-582-7200.
  • 44 44th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-944-8844.
  • 7th Regiment Mess Park bet. 66th & 67th NY, 212-744-4107.
  • Adrienne 5th at 55th. 212-903-3918. Midtown hideaway, romantic,classy, spacious, brunch will be your best bet.
  • Algonquin Hotel 44th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-840-6800.
  • American Festival Cafe 50th at 5th. 212-246-6699. During the winter take in ice skating and the big christmas tree outside of Rockefeller Center. During the summer you can eat in the outdoor garden cafe.
  • American Pancake House & Restaurant 68 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-866-1100.
  • American Place, An Two Park Ave. NY, 212-684-2122. Typical american restaurant with beautiful scenery complemented by well mannered staff. As of late their is an apparent lack of variety.
  • American Renaissance 260 W. Broadway. Ericsson Pl. 212-343-0049. One of the better looking restaurants in the city. It might be expensive but this American restaurant is quite an experience.
  • Annie Beneau 2nd bet. 77th & 78th. 212-988-5300.
  • Arcadia 62nd bet. 5th & Madison NY, 212-223-2900. At this midtowner you will experience some great New American cuisine. Elegant yet cramped, with decent service, you will definately enjoy the quality of the food. Unfortunately the price is on the high side.
  • Aureole 34 E. 61st ST bet Madison & and Park Aves. 212-319-166 The second highest rated restaurant in New York City. While eating here you will experience no flaws in the service or the quality of the food. Located conviently in midtown on the ground floor of a town house, this is one place not to miss.
  • Aussie Grilled Chicken... 715 Third Ave at 45th St. 212-922-0001.
  • Beer Bar 45th & Vanderbilt. 212-818-1333 .
  • Big Sur Third at 80th. 212-472-5009.
  • Bistro 790 7th at 51st. 212-621-8537.
  • Busby's 92nd at Madison. 212-360-7373. Typical quiet, laidback, old style american restaurant. Good if in the mood for a relaxing, uneventful dinner.
  • Cafe de la Paix Central Park South at 6th. 212-755-5800.
  • Cafe Nicholson 58th bet. 1st & 2nd Aves NY, 212-355-6769. With decent East Side American cuisine, this is the place to take a girldfriend, wife, or mistress. Very romantic and relaxing setting.
  • Carribean American Restaurant 64 W 116th St. NY, 212-987-3441.
  • Charlotte 44th bet. 6th & Broadway. 212-789-7508.
  • Charlton's Third bet. 55th & 56th. 212-688-4646.
  • Chaz & Wilson Grill 79th at Amsterdam. 212-769-0100. West side American, low cost, comfortable, an all around average New York grill. One of the city's best values.
  • Christine's Polish American Restaurant 2081 Ave. NY, 212-254-2474.
  • Coconut Grill 2nd at 77th. 212-772-6262. East Side new American -Mediterranean jazzy crowd, mediocre food.
  • Coming or Going 58th bet. Madison & Park NY, 212-980-5858.
  • Etats-Unis 81st bet. 2nd & Third. 212-517-8826.
  • Fifty-seven, Fifty-seven 57th bet. Park & Madison 212-758-5757. Calm setting American cuisine, popular for business, breakfast, and lunches. Service is the highlight at this Midtowner, unfortunately the qulaity of the food is not always up to some people's expectations.
  • Good Enough to Eat Amsterdam bet. 83rd & 84th. 212-245-5336. Despite the long wait that you might encounter. This homey slice of Vermont, on the West Side has great food "fresh from the farm."
  • Gotham Bar & Grill 12 E 12th St. bet 5th Ave & University Pl. 212-620-4020 An overall winner. You won't leave here with any empty stomach, but maybe an empty wallet. Lunch happens to be much more affordable. Located in the East Village you will encounter a stupendous wine list, on top of super service. Despite the sometimes nois y atmosphere, the quality of the food makes it worth it.
  • Gramercy Tavern 20th bet. Broadway & Park Ave. South NY, 212-477-0777. If you are looking for an unrushed, attitude free dinner you have come to the right place. the staff are fntastic, and so is the quality of the food. the price might be a bit expensive, but you can always eat in the casual Tavern Room. You don't need t o make a reservation there.
  • Halcyon 54th bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-468-8888. This excellently priced, roomy, plush new American restaurant has great potential. If it can improve it's kitchen.
  • Harriet's Kitchen Amsterdam bet. 84th & 85th NY, 212-721-0045.
  • Hi-Life Bar & Grill 1st at 72nd. 212-249-3600.
  • Hi-Life Bar & Grill Amsterdam at 83rd NY, 212-787-7199. This dynamic duo provide an excellent bar scene for singles. While the food is not as fabulous as the overall experience. Stick to the one on First Ave.
  • Hispanic American Restaurant 351 E 13th St. NY, 212-475-4508.
  • Hourglass Tavern 46th at 9th 212-265-2060.
  • Hunters Third bet. 78th & 79th. 212-734-6008.
  • Jerry's 101 Prince St. bet Greene and Mercer Sts. 212-966-9464 Located in SoHo this dinner is a good bet for breakfast or lunch. Or you cna just relax at the bar with the tpyical funky crowd, and if your lucky spot someone famous.
  • Jim McMullen Third bet. 76th & 77th. 212-861-4700. American food at this civilized pub, nice East side crowd, pleasant and comfortable. You can enjoy a quintessential brunch.
  • Josie's Amsterdam at 74th. 212-769-1212.
  • Judson Grill 52nd bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-582-5252.
  • Jumbo West Indian American Restaurant Inc 2394 Adam Clayton.
  • Langan's 47th bet. 6th & 7th. 212-869-5482. Theater District bar/restaurant, decent, comfortable, friendly pre-show menu and business lunches.
  • Le Bar Bat 57th bet. 8th & 9th 212-307-7228. New American restaurant/nightclub, dim lights, cool bands, great for meeting someone late.
  • Lincoln Tavern 64th bet. Columbus & Central Park West 212-721-8271 .
  • Little Club York at 74th. 212-744-2900.
  • Lobby Lounge 57th bet. Park & Madison. 212-758-5700. With solid marks all around and an excellent price the Lobby Lounge is hard to beat. It has one of the prettiest lobby's in the entire city. It's American menu is excellent, and it's clientel can sometimes consist of people that are famous.
  • Louie's Westside Cafe Amsterdam at 81st. 212-877-1900.
  • Luke's Bar & Grill Third bet. 79th & 80th NY, 212-249-7070.
  • Mackinac Bar & Grill Columbus bet. 78th & 79th. 212-799-1750. If your at the Natural History Museum and in the mood for a decent brunch Mackinac won't be that dissapointing.
  • Main Street Columbus bet. 81st & 82nd NY, 212-873-5025. American, homely, hearty dishes just like grandma made you'll feel at home. Wonderful for the entire family.
  • Manhattan Ocean Club 57 W. 58th St. bet 5th & 6th Aves. 212-371-7777 With beautiful scenery and excellent food the general consensus is that this place is extraordinary. If you are in Midtown and looking for seafood this is the right place to go to. Your best bet is soft shell crab.
  • Manhattan Plaza Cafe 43rd bet. 9th & Tenth NY, 212-695-5808.
  • March 58th bet. 1st & Sutton Place NY, 212-754-6272. Locate on the East Side in a townhouse. With it's fantasy romantic garden setting, is complemented by it's impeccable, nonintrusive service, expensive but worth every penny.
  • Marlowe 46th bet. 8th & 9th NY, 212-765-3815. Romantic, attractive French, Country inn decoration, outdoor garden, and fireplace. But it has a limited menu.
  • Matthew's Third at 61st NY, 212-838-4343. Mediterranean Eastsider, island feeling wicker chairs, palm trees, transports you to a tropical island. the food is wonderful.
  • Mayfair 1st at 53rd. 212-421-6216. If you are looking for an old stryle American restaurant you have found the right place. While eating potatoes or meat you feel like you are back in the past. All of this is of course is complemented by excellent waitress service.
  • Merenda 2nd at 80th. 212-734-1888.
  • Mezzanine Restaurant 46th bet. 8th & Broadway NY, 212-764-5500.
  • Mike's Bar & Gril Tenth bet. 45th & 46th NY, 212-246-4115.
  • Monkey Bar 54th bet. Park & Madison. 212-838-2600 . Most comfortable chairs in New York. Impressive new American food, crowded bar great place to monkey around.
  • New City Cafe 246 DeKalb Ave. Vanderbilt Ave. 718-622-5607. The New City Cafe makes itself very desirable to be eaten at. It attracts people from all over, even Manhattan. This small, little, American restaurant is at a very resonable price.
  • Oak Room, the 5th at 59th. 212-546-5330. Old New York, highly, priced limited selection. Bar scene for divorcees.
  • Oceana 55 E. 54th St. bet Madison & Park Aves. 212-759-5941 Here you will find some of the best seafood that the city has to offer. the price might be expensive but with it's excellent fish. Go for the new room upstairs, it has a nautical touch added to it.
  • Old Country Kitchen Restrnt 44 9th Ave. NY, 212-929-2807.
  • One if by Land 17 Barrow St. bet 7th AveS. & W.4th St. 212-228-0822 One of the most beautiful and romantic restaurants in the whole city. Located in the West Village, in Aaron Burr's old home. Great service, the price is a little high, but worth it.
  • O'Neal's 64th bet. Central Park West & Broadway. 212-787-4663. Bright, bold colors full of charm. Regardless of where you sit you will still be able to take in the the full effects of this art filled, pleasantly set restaurant.
  • Park Avenue Cafe 100 E. 63rd St. Park Ave. 212-644-1900. You will be tempted not to eat your meal because it is so good looking. You will find quality American cusine at this East Side restaurant. If you can get a reservation for the table in the kitchen you will be in heaven.
  • Phoebe's Columbus at 78th. 212-724-5145. Solid all American West Side hangout, couches by the fireplace, homey, cozy and cute. Excellent ratings.
  • Rachel's 9th bet. 43rd & 44th. 212-957-9050. Theater District bistro, excellent ratings, original food. Make reservations in advance.
  • Regency Park at 61st NY, 212-759-4100. New York City's ultimate power house for breakfast. Elegant, great for quiet business lunch or elegant pre-theater prix fixe.
  • Restaurant Two Two Two 79th bet. Broadway & Amsterdam NY, 212-799-0400. New American food and surroundings, luxurious and delicious. Quite expensive, but you can order from the price fixe menu. The service and sorroundings are quite excellent.
  • Ruppert's Third at 93rd. 212-831-1900. Simple all American meal. Crosstown pubs are great for burgers and beer. Overcrowded and understaffed ,cheap as you can get.
  • Rusty Staub's on 5th 5th at 47th. 212-682-1000. Sports bar, corporate feel for business lunching. Impressive babyback ribs and wine list.
  • Sarabeth's Amsterdam bet. 80th & 81st NY, 212-496-6280.
  • Sarabeth's Madison at 75th NY, 212-570-3670. Quality American home style restaurants. the price of a meal and wait prove to be a large detterent.
  • Sarabeth's Madison bet. 92nd & 93rd. 212-410-7335.
  • Saranac Madison bet. 94th & 95th. 212-289-9600. Decent American food in a cozy Adirondack lodge setting. Diners complain of slipping quality by the staff.
  • Shelby Lexington bet. 70th & 71st. 212-988-4624. Excellent hamburger catering to an upscale crowd for singles.
  • Supper Club 47th bet. Broadway & 8th. 212-921-1940. Great for entertainment,ballroom dancing, big band music, wonderful experience. Well known, but not for it's continental food.
  • Symphony Cafe 56th at 8th NY, 212-397-9595.
  • Tatou 50th bet. Lexington & Third. 212-753-1144. Midtown 20s-style club entertaining funky and wild. Early for jazz or late for eclectic dancing with Euro crowd.
  • Tavern on the Green Central Park West at 67th NY, 212-873-3200. If you are in from out of town this is one restaurant that you don't want to miss. Or if you want to have a party, Tavern on the Green is the place. Relative to the quality of the overall experience that you will take in, it is quitew moderately priced.
  • The Black Sheep 334 W. 11th St. Washington St. 212-242-1010. Located in the West Village, this is a great place to bring your family. You will feel that you are not in the city while you are eating.
  • Top of the Sixes 5th bet. 52nd & 53rd NY, 212-757-6662. If nothing else, the view from atop this midtown skyscraper makes it worth having lunch here. Unfortunately the gorgeous view that you will encounter does not coincide with the quality of the food.
  • Union Square Cafe 21 E 16th St. bet 5th Ave & Union Sq. W. 212-243-4020 The best overall restaurant in the city. With consistently excellent and attentive service, and quality New American cusine if you are even near Union Square how could you pass this up? On top of all these great qualities, the price is so fair that you wi ll probably be shocked to see how modest the bill will be.
  • Vince & Eddie's 68th bet. Columbus & Central Park West NY, 212-721-0068. Located near Lincoln center, your best bet is to go during off-peak hours. Unless you don't mind being packed in there with the rest of the city. Otherwise you will encounter excellent waiter service and a hospitable atmosphere.
  • West Bank Cafe 42nd at 9th. 212-695-6909. Warm setting with a bar and grill, downstairs it has a comedy club. Makes feel and wish that you were young again.
  • Westside Brewing Company Amsterdam at 76th NY, 212-721-2161. An excellent microbrewery. If you are into beer, and ales this is one place you won't want to miss. You should try the fruitbeers in the summer. Unfortunately the food is not the same quality as the beer.
  • Zephyr Grill 1st at 49th St. NY, 212-663-1313 212-223-4200. A good find if you are around 1st or 2nd Ave. Draws big from the UN.

Barbecue

  • Ave D BBQ Chicken Inc 117 Avenue D, NY, 212-477-5306.
  • Bar B Que Deli 2820 Broadway, NY, 212-749-5012.
  • Bar B Que House 2a E 33rd St. NY, 212-683-7161.
  • BBQ Restaurant 21 University Pl, NY, 212-674-4450.
  • BBQ Restrnt 132 2nd Ave. NY, 212-777-5574.
  • Brother Jimmys Bar-B-Que 1461 1st Ave. NY, 212-288-0999. Must go with a crowd of friends or family. College students hang out.
  • Cowgirl Hall of Fave 519 Hudson St. at W 10th St., NYC (212) 633-1133
  • Dallas BBQ 27 W 72nd St. NY, 212-873-2004. Great place for your entire family, or friends, lots to eat. Also great for your pockets.
  • Dallas BBQ Restaurant 132 2nd Ave. NY, 212-777-5574.
  • Dallas BBQ Restaurant 21 University Pl, NY, 212-674-4450.
  • Dallas Jones BBQ 315 Avenue Of the Americas, NY, 212-741-7390.
  • Dougie's BBQ & Grill 222 W 72nd St. NY, 212-724-2222.
  • Emily's 1325 5th Ave. at 111th St., NYC (212) 996-1212
  • Famous Barbecue the 214 W 72nd St. NY, 212-362-7111.
  • Grand St 141 Inc BBQ 141 Grand St. NY, 212-334-0170.
  • Stick to Your Ribs 5-16 51st Ave. off of Vernon Blvd., NYC (718) 937-3030
  • Virgil's Barbecue 152 W 44th St. NY, 212-921-9494.Best known for it's smoked meats. Wonderful place for family or friends or alone.
  • Virgil's Real Barbecue 152 W 42nd St. bet. 6th & 7th Ave., NYC (212) 921-9494
  • Williams Bar-B-Que Poultry & C 2350 Broadway, NY, 212-877-5384.

Burgers

  • Beach Cafe 2nd at 70th. 212-988-7299.
  • Burger Heaven 49th bet. 5th & Madison NY, 212-755-2166.
  • Burger Heaven Lexington at 62nd. 212-838-3580.
  • Burger Heaven Madison bet. 40th & 41st NY, 212-685-6250.
  • Diane's Uptown Columbus at 71st NY, 212-799-6750.
  • Dougie's BBQ & Grill 222 W 72nd St. NY, 212-724-2222.
  • Hamburger Harry's 45th bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-840-2756.Known for it's fattening messy burgers, popular joint. If you are watching your cholesterol be sure not to eat here.
  • Hard Rock Cafe 57th bet. Broadway & 7th NY, 212-459-9320. The pioneer of all of the theme restaurants. Young hip crowd, large burgers, loud music, and a little shopping.
  • Harley Davidson Cafe 6th at 56th. 212-245-6000. Another theme restaurant to add to the list of many within a twenty block restaurant. Trendy place for any one who owns a Harley Davidson bike. the food is not the quality of the motorcycles.
  • Hosteria Florella Italian Seafood Grill 1081 3rd Ave. NY, 212-838-7570. Perfect for seafood and anitpasta. You will never leave with an empty stomach. the price is a bit of an exageration of the restaurant.
  • Il Mattone Brick Oven & Grill 413 Greenwich St. NY, 212-343-0030.
  • J.G. Melon Third at 74th. 212-650-1310.
  • Jackson Hole 2nd bet. 83rd & 84th NY, 212-737-8788. Known for carnivore eaters,greasy gigantic burgers.
  • Jackson Hole 64th bet. 2nd & Third. 212-371-7187.
  • Jackson Hole Columbus at 85th. 212-362-5177.
  • Jackson Hole Madison at 91st. 212-427-2820.
  • Jekyll & Hyde 6th bet. 57th & 58th. 212-541-9505. Another theme based restaurant that attempts to scare you. When the real scary thing is the your meal. Actors playing Jeckyl and Hide attempt to take your mind off of your food.
  • Jimbos Hamburger Place 991 1st Ave. NY, 212-355-6120.
  • Joe Allen 46th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-581-6464. If you have tickets to the theater you will never miss the beginning of the show if you eat here. Anytime is a good time to eat here, whether it is before, or after a show. You will encounter some of the best salads, meat loaf, hamburgers, and french fr i es in the city.
  • Lee Mazzilli's Sports Cafe 70th bet. Amsterdam & West End NY, 212-877-6787.
  • Lucky's Bar & Grill 57th at 6th. 212-582-4004.
  • Miami Subs/Grill Restaurants 618 Columbus Ave. NY, 212-799-8600.
  • Mickey Mantle's Central Park South bet. 5th & 6th NY, 212-688-7777. A must for die hard Yankee fans. Whether you sit at the bar or in the restaurant section the experience is well worth it. It's one of the better sports bars in the city. But stick to the basics, great burgers.
  • P.J. Clarke's Third at 55th. 212-759-1650.
  • Planet Hollywood 57th bet. 6th & 7th. 212-333-7827. IF you are going to choose one of the theme restaurants this one is a safe bet. Even if you choose not to eat here you should stick your head in and take a peak. If you are a big hollywood film buff it's a must see. the menu has a wide variety of food for a very affordable price.
  • Prime Burger 51st bet. Madison & 5th. 212-759-4729.
  • Ruppert's Columbus bet. 72nd & 73rd. 212-873-9400. This overcrowded yet understaffed pub has good beer, and burgers. Simple American meal at an affordable price.
  • Serendipity 3 60th bet. 2nd & Third. 212-838-3531.
  • Soup Burg 1st at 56th. 212-421-9184.
  • Soup Burg 2nd at 71st. 212-879-4814.
  • Soup Burg Lexington bet. 79th & 80th. 212-737-0095.
  • Soup Burg Madison at 73rd. 212-734-6964.
  • T.G.I. Friday's 42nd bet. Madison abd Vanderbilt. 212-922-5671. These typical American restaurants are all the same because they part of natinwide chain. Perfect for the kids, and a popular bar for drinks after five.
  • T.G.I. Friday's 51st bet. 5th & 6th. 212-767-8352.
  • T.G.I. Friday's Broadway at 41st. 212-626-7399.
  • T.G.I. Friday's Broadway at 53rd. 212-767-8326.
  • T.G.I. Friday's Lexington at 42nd & 43rd NY, 212-922-5667.
  • Urban Grill 58th bet. 8th & 9th NY, 212-586-3300.
  • White Castle... Locations throughout the five boroughs. 718-899-8404.

Burmese

  • Bali Burma 9th bet. 45th & 46th. 212-265-9868.
  • Mingala West Amsterdam bet. 75th & 76th NY, 212-873-0787.
  • Road to Mandalay... 380 Broome St. bet Mott St & Broadway. 212-226-4218.

Cafe

  • Art Cafe Restaurant 1657 Broadway, NY, 212-246-9797.
  • Au Cafe Broadway at 53rd. 212-757-2233.
  • Au Petit Beurre Broadway at 105th. 212-932-9603.
  • Bagel Cafe Restaurant 1707 Broadway, NY, 212-245-5400.
  • Barnes & Noble Cafe Broadway at 82nd. 212-362-8835.
  • Bennie Thai Cafe 50 West St. NY, 212-514-8118.
  • Bennie's Cafe Amsterdam at 75th..
  • Boathouse Cafe East Park Drive & 73rd. 212-517-2233. American food highly overpriced, fantastic views. Best known for it's gigantic parties. May-October only.
  • Cafe & rusha 1742 2nd Ave. , NY, 212-360-1128.
  • Cafe Centro 44th at Vand erbilt. 212-818-1222 .
  • Cafe Europa 57th at 7th. 212-575-7272.
  • Cafe Florence Ristorante , NY, 212-989-1220.
  • Cafe La Fortuna 71st bet. Central Park West & Columbus NY, 212-724-5846.
  • Cafe Lalo Amsterdam at 83rd. 212-496-6031.
  • Cafe Mozart 70th bet. Broadway & Columbus NY, 212-595-9797.
  • Cafe Nicole & Bar At Novotel Hotel 226 W 52nd St. NY, 212-315-0100.
  • Cafe Restaurant Du Cervin 13 S William St. NY, 212-509-3440.
  • Cafe Restaurant El International Inc 616 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-724-9314.
  • Cafe S.F.A. 5th at 50th. 212-940-4080.
  • Cafe Word of Mouth Lexington bet. 72nd & 73rd NY, 212-249-5351.
  • Carnegie Hill Cafe Madison at 93rd. 212-534-7522.
  • Elite Cafe Restaurant 185 Columbus Ave. NY, 212-724-8850.
  • Garden Cafe 53rd bet. 5th & 6th. 212-708-9719.
  • Good Health Cafe & Natural Food Grocery 324 E 86th St. NY, 212-439-9680.
  • Grand Cafe Restaurant 2 E 45th St. NY, 212-986-4460.
  • Hungarian Pastry Shop, the Amsterdam at 111th NY, 212-866-4320.
  • International Cafe 224 E 47th St. NY, 212-755-5525.
  • International Cafe 5 W 63rd St. NY, 212-787-7200.
  • International Cafe 630 5th Ave. NY, 212-245-2401.
  • Jane St Seafood Cafe 31 8th Ave. NY, 212-242-0003.
  • Jane's Cafe Cafe Restaurant 254 Greene St. NY, 212-475-5263.
  • Land Mark Cafe & Restaurant 158 Grand St. NY, 212-334-0040.
  • Lipstick Cafe Third at 54th. 212-486-8664. Creative lunches and pastries. Costly, long wait after 12:15
  • Madison Avenue Cafe Madison at 74th. 212-861-7400.
  • Motown Cafe 17 West 60th, NY, [NY24186].
  • Museum Cafe Columbus at 77th. 212-799-0150. This unpredictrable coffee bar behind the museum of natural history, is good for salads, burgers, and soups.
  • Ottomanelli's 1st at 65th. 212-249-7878.
  • Ottomanelli's 1st at 79th. 212-249-5656.
  • Ottomanelli's 1st bet. 52nd & 53rd. 212-785-3725.
  • Ottomanelli's 82nd bet. York & 1st. 212-737-1888.
  • Ottomanelli's Park at 45th. 212-986-6886. If you've been to one, you've experienced them all. Go for the burgers, or the pizza. Not the most bucolic of restaurants.
  • Ottomanelli's York at 73rd. 212-794-9696.
  • Ottomanelli's York bet. 85th & 86th. 212-772-7722.
  • Oven & a Basket 84th bet. Lexington & Third NY, 212-628-9898.
  • Popover Cafe Amsterdam bet. 86th & 87th 212-595-8555. Comfortable, cute brunches at it's best.
  • Selam Cafe Ethiopian Restaurant 3161 Broadway, NY, 212-749-4449.
  • Sports Page Cafe Restaurant 90 2nd Ave. NY, 212-254-1562.
  • Spring St Restaurant Bar Cafe 401 W Broadway, NY, 212-219-0157. Great place to rest from shopping in SoHo. Decent , comfortable menu American food.
  • Terramare Cafe 65th bet. Madison & 5th. 212-717-5020.
  • Wilkinson's Seafood Cafe 1573 York Ave. NY, 212-535-5454.
  • Yard Bird Cafe Restaurant 337 E 10th St. NY, 212-674-3619.

Californian

  • Century Cafe 43rd bet. 6th & Broadway NY, 212-398-1988. Best bet if you are going to a show. the pre show menu is up to par. It is half price on Saturday.
  • Josephina Broadway bet. 63rd & 64th. 212-799-1000. Health conscious, without being preachy serves good fish.
  • Michael's 55th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-767-0555. Bright, airy, healthy-ish California dreaming, worth going to incredible artwork.
  • Mulholland Drive Third bet. 62nd & 63rd NY, 212-319-7740. Californian style, American italian cuisine. You will never leave this trendy pick-up joint on an empty stomach.

Caribbean

  • Carribean American Restaurant 64 W 116th St. NY, 212-987-3441.
  • Lowe's Carribean Restaurant 1917 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, NY, 212-864-6684.

Caterers

  • Brooks Catering And Restaurant 330 5th Ave. NY, 212-947-1030.
  • Brusca Ice Caterer 1693 3rd Ave. NY, 212-744-6986.
  • Holland/Susan Caterer 142 5th Ave. NY, 212-807-8892.
  • Karen Lee Caterer 142 W End Ave. NY, 212-787-2227.
  • Managanaro's Catering And Restaurant 488 9th Ave. NY, 212-563-5331.
  • P M Caterer 57 W 90th St. NY, 212-721-5530.
  • Taste Bud Corporate Caterer 585 3rd Ave. NY, 212-447-0555.
  • Third Ave Delicatessen Restaurant & Caterers 276 3rd Ave. NY, 212-228-8484.

Chicken

  • 28 Fried Chicken 381 Broadway, NY, 212-343-1686.
  • Amsterdam's Amsterdam bet. 80th & 81st. 212-874-1377.
  • Atomic Wings Broadway at 77th. 212-877-1010. Hot, hot hot wings and spiced waffle fries complemented by lots of cold beer. College kids hangout.
  • Ave D BBQ Chicken Inc 117 Ave D, NY, 212-477-5306.
  • Babys Fried Chicken 369 W 34th St. NY, 212-947-7721.
  • Broadway Fried Chicken 3560 Broadway, NY, 212-368-3099.
  • Cantonese Chicken N Ribs 27 Rutgers St. NY, 212-349-9534.
  • Checkers Chicken & Ribs 118 3rd Ave. NY, 212-228-0339.
  • Checkers Chicken & Ribs 201 E 34th St. NY, 212-684-7803.
  • Chester Fried Chicken 384 Grand St. NY, 212-260-5799.
  • Chester Fried Chicken 45 Catherine St. NY, 212-406-1711.
  • Chicken Chef 2nd at 62nd NY, 212-308-9400.
  • Chinese Fried Chicken 800 Columbus Ave. NY, 212-678-0708.
  • Chinese Fried Chicken 908 Saint Nicholas Ave. NY, 212-281-3935.
  • Crown Fried Chicken 1848 3rd Ave. NY, 212-876-2630.
  • Crown Fried Chicken 2041 1st Ave. NY, 212-423-1136.
  • Daman Fried Chicken 2059 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-740-2665.
  • Golden Chicken & Ribs 604 9th Ave. NY, 212-245-8790.
  • Harlem Fried Chicken 300 W 145th St. NY, 212-694-0796.
  • Harlem Fried Chicken 341 Malcolm X Blvd, NY, 212-866-1239.
  • Houston Chester Fried Chicken 205 Allen St. NY, 212-505-7620.
  • India Fried Chicken 3434 Broadway, NY, 212-368-8537.
  • John's Fried Chicken 1461 Saint Nicholas Ave. NY, 212-795-1285.
  • John's Fried Chicken 512 W 207th St. NY, 212-567-6489.
  • Kansas Fried Chicken 102 W 145th St. NY, 212-694-9428.
  • Kennedy Fried Chicken 104 Malcolm X Blvd, NY, 212-876-6135.
  • Kennedy Fried Chicken 1774 Lexington Ave. NY, 212-996-2162.
  • Kennedy Fried Chicken 1998 2nd Ave. NY, 212-876-4352.
  • Kennedy Fried Chicken 256 W 116th St. NY, 212-864-9721.
  • Kennedy Fried Chicken 2655 Frederick Douglass Blvd, NY, 212-234-7639.
  • Kennedy Fried Chicken Corp 1550 Saint Nicholas Ave. NY, 212-781-9175.
  • La Cabana Fried Chicken 1302 Saint Nicholas Ave. NY, 212-740-1646.
  • Lincoln Fried Chicken 2160 5th Ave. NY, 212-283-4896.
  • Lincoln Fried Chicken 3666 Broadway, NY, 212-862-6887.
  • Lincoln Fried Chicken 576 Dr Martin L King Jr Blvd, NY, 212-662-5489.
  • Lulu's Fried Chicken 2488 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, NY, 212-283-9559.
  • Mama's Fried Chicken 103 E 125th St. NY, 212-369-2978.
  • Mama's Fried Chicken Inc 2925 Frederick Douglass Blvd, NY, 212-862-1521.
  • Manna Fried Chicken 768 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-662-6318.
  • New Chinese Fried Chicken 1954 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-234-8347.
  • Palace Fried Chicken 2211 3rd Ave. NY, 212-831-1102.
  • Popeye Famous Fried Chicken 722 7th Ave. NY, 212-245-9337.
  • Pudgie's Amsterdam bet. 79th & 80th. 212-799-9999.
  • Star Fried Chicken Inc 1766 1st Ave. NY, 212-831-2250.
  • U S Fried Chicken 2037 3rd Ave. NY, 212-860-0459.
  • Union Fried Chicken Inc 915 Columbus Ave. NY, 212-864-4231.
  • United Fried Chicken 567 Malcolm X Blvd, NY, 212-694-2688.
  • Village Fried Chicken 1739 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-281-1060.
  • Village Fried Chicken 2405 Frederick Douglass Blvd, NY, 212-316-1786.
  • White Star Fried Chicken 536 9th Ave. NY, 212-643-8754.

Chinese

  • Chin Chin 216 E. 49th St. bet 2nd & 3rd Aves. 212-888-4555. One of the top six Chinese restaurant's in the city. High, but not insanely priced. It's a safe bet to roder anyhting on the menu, but for the really good stuff ask for a recommendation.
  • Tse Yang 34 E. 51st St. bet Madison & Park Aves. 212-688-5447. It is the most expensive Chinese restaurant in the city. Located in Midtown Tse Yang food is considered to be superb, maybe not worth $48. The service is good aswell.
  • 1 Chinese Restaurant 1511 Lexington Ave. NY, 212-876-1111.
  • 1st Wok Third at 78th. 212-861-2600.
  • 1st Wok Third at 88th. 212-410-7747.
  • 81 Pearl Chinese Restaurant 81 Pearl St. NY, 212-509-5002.
  • Applause Chinese Restaurant 24 E 33rd St. NY, 212-685-5926.
  • Asia Third bet. 67th & 68th. 212-879-9888. Cross- cultural, delicious, civilized, fantastic fish tanks, affordable by some, overpriced by others.
  • Bamboo Garden Restaurant Inc 22 Bowery, NY, 212-962-8445.
  • Bangkok Grand Palace Restaurant 882 1st Ave. NY, 212-980-8834.
  • Beef Jerky 68 E B'way at Market St., NYC (212) 226-6858
  • Beijing Duck House 52nd bet. Lexington & Third NY, 212-759-8260.
  • Bill Hong's 56th bet. 2nd & Third NY, 212-751-4048.
  • BOS 8th at 55th. 212-582-8887.
  • Broadway China Restaurant 4945 Broadway, NY, 212-567-8880.
  • Bruce Ho's Four Seas 57th bet. Park & Lexington. 212-753-2610.
  • Canton 45 Division St. bet Bowery & Marker St. 212-226-4441. Situated in Chinatown, this Cantonese restaurant distinguishes itself from it's nehibors. the service is very good realtive to the area's standards. Get recommendations from the owner about what to order. the only drawback is the fare.
  • Canton Capital Restaurant Inc 26 Bowery, NY, 212-766-2828.
  • Cantonese Chicken N Ribs 27 Rutgers St. NY, 212-349-9534.
  • Chef Hong Chinese Takeout Restaurant 203 E 14th St. NY, 212-228-8288.
  • Chef Ho's 2nd bet. 89th & 90th 212-348-9444.
  • Cheng Fat Oriental Foods Inc 7 Eldridge St. NY, 212-226-0400.
  • Chiam 48th bet. Lexington & Third 212-371-2323. Fast affordable food and service that can't be beat. Great Dim Sum and wine list.
  • China 99 Restaurant 64 Fulton St. NY, 212-233-0807.
  • China Chalet Restaurant 110 John St. NY, 212-233-5220.
  • China East Glatt Kosher Restaurant Innc 1049 2nd Ave. NY, 212-888-2256.
  • China Evian Restaurant Inc 144 W 46th St. NY, 212-869-9183.
  • China Fun 2nd at 65th. 212-752-0810.
  • China Fun Columbus bet. 70th & 71st. 212-580-1516. China town Uptown, fast, cheap, and good.
  • China King Restaurant 1907 Lexington Ave. NY, 212-427-2396.
  • China King Restaurant 714 W 181st St. NY, 212-927-5411.
  • China Kitchen Restaurant 1 Dr Martin L King Jr Blvd, NY, 212-876-1197.
  • China Red Restaurant 118 Chambers St. NY, 212-267-4015.
  • China Regent Restaurant 130 Liberty, NY, 212-432-1212.
  • China Restaurant 411 W 42nd St. NY, 212-[NY4498]947-1933.
  • China Royal Restaurant 330 8th Ave. NY, 212-727-9227.
  • China Shalom Glatt Kosher Chinese Restaurant I 686 Columbus Ave. NY, 212-662-9676.
  • China Tea Herbs & Health Products Ic 334 E 65th St. NY, 212-861-1219.
  • China Wok Restaurant 816 W 187th St. NY, 212-781-0055.
  • Chinar India Sweets & Restaurant 156 W 29th St. NY, 212-868-0707.
  • Chinar India Sweets & Restaurant 204 W 50th St. NY, 212-245-6453.
  • Chinatown Chinese Restaurant 250 E Houston St. NY, 212-529-9888.
  • Chinatown Restaurant 259 E Broadway, NY, 212-406-1944.
  • Chinatown Seafood Co 58 Elizabeth St. NY, 212-431-3005.
  • Chinese Bowl Restaurant 80 University Pl, NY, 212-255-7886.
  • Chinese Fried Chicken 800 Columbus Ave. NY, 212-678-0708.
  • Chinese Fried Chicken 908 Saint Nicholas Ave. NY, 212-281-3935.
  • David's Taiwanese Gourmet... 84-02 Broadway at Saint James St. Elmhurst, Queens. 718-429-4818.
  • Dish of Salt 47th bet. 6th & 7th. 212-921-4242.
  • Double Star Chinese Restaurant 108 W 39th St. NY, 212-221-7237.
  • Dragon Szechuan Restaurant 338 Lexington Ave. NY, 212-370-9647.
  • East Dragon Chinese Food Restaurant 1974 3rd Ave. NY, 212-860-0700.
  • Empire Chinese Restaurant 563a W 207th St. NY, 212-569-1212.
  • Empire Szechuan 1st bet. 64th & 65th. 212-774-9400.
  • Evergreen Cafe 1st bet. 69th & 70th NY, 212-744-3266.
  • Excellent Dumpling House 111 Lafayette St., NYC (212) 219-2333
  • Fat Ming Restaurant 666 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-787-2700.
  • Food King Chinese Restaurant 2331 1st Ave. NY, 212-534-5464.
  • Fook Sing Chinese Restaurant 314 E 106th St. NY, 212-369-9590.
  • Fortune Garden 2nd bet. 45th & 46th NY, 212-687-7471.
  • Fu Ying Chinese Restaurant 748 E 9th St. NY, 212-598-9066.
  • Furama Chinese Restaurant 303 E 80th St. NY, 212-734-9733.
  • Fu's 2nd bet. 51st & 52nd 212-517-9670.
  • Golden City Chinese Restaurant 2545 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-781-1979.
  • Grand Fortune Chinese Food Corp 115 Stanton St. NY, 212-477-8146.
  • Great Wall Chinese Food Kitche 800 W 181st St. NY, 212-795-9373.
  • Green Jade Chinese Restaurant 19 Saint Nicholas Ave. NY, 212-662-5810.
  • H K Z Chinatown Restaurant Inc 238 E 14th St. NY, 212-228-1852.
  • H.S.F... 49 Bowery bet Grand & Canal Sts. 212-374-1319.
  • Hao Cheng Chinese Restaurant 130 9th Ave. NY, 212-924-6950.
  • Happy Wok Restaurant 158 Delancey St. NY, 212-388-9800.
  • Heng Heng 43 Canal St., NYC, (212) 966-5419
  • Hing Fa Chinese Restaurant 529 8th Ave. NY, 212-736-2388.
  • Hong Kong Restaurant 2262 Frederick Douglass Blvd, NY, 212-666-5530.
  • Hong Kong Restaurant 2369 Frederick Douglass Blvd, NY, 212-316-1892.
  • Hong Kong Seafood 40-48 Main St., NYC (718) 961-3302
  • Hong Yip Chinese Restaurant 1848 2nd Ave. NY, 212-369-9836.
  • Hos Wok Restaurant 455 Hudson St. NY, 212-242-3554.
  • Hunan Balcony 2nd at 74th. 212-517-2088.
  • Hunan Balcony Broadway at 98th. 212-865-0400.
  • Hunan Garden Restaurant 1 Mott St. NY, 212-732-7270.
  • Hunan K Restaurant 1612 3rd Ave. NY, 212-534-7770.
  • Hunan Lake Restaurant 399 E 23rd St. NY, 212-679-5680.
  • Hunan Lucky Restaurant Corp 1156 1st Ave. NY, 212-355-4920.
  • Hunan Pan Restaurant 550 Hudson St. NY, 212-242-5566.
  • Hunan Park Columbus at 96th. 212-222-6511.
  • Hunan Park Columbus bet. 70th & 71st NY, 212-724-4411.
  • Hunan Park Restaurant 235 Columbus Ave. NY, 212-724-4411.
  • Hunan Royal Restaurant 485 Ave. Americas, NY, 212-691-6061.
  • Hup Hing Chinese Restaurant 63104 Woodhaven Blvd, NY, 718-416-3333.
  • Imperial Health Products Inc 1172 3rd Ave. NY, 212-794-8500.
  • Imperial Hunan Restaurant 352 3rd Ave. NY, 212-532-0250.
  • Ipoh Garden Malaysian Chinese Restaurant Inc 13 Eldridge St. NY, 212-431-3449.
  • J & J Chinese Restaurant 585 Ave. , NY, 212-929-7505.
  • J. Sung Dynasty Lexington at 48th NY, 212-355-1200. Known for it's excellent fried dumplings, peking duck, most popular for business lunches.
  • Jade Mountain Restaurant 197 2nd Ave. NY, 212-533-3770.
  • Kam Hing Chinese Restaurant 1217 1st Ave. NY, 212-879-2288.
  • Keewah Yen 56th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-246-0770.
  • Kim Wah Chinese Restaurant 301 E 116th St. NY, 212-996-9117.
  • King Dragon Restaurant 1273 3rd Ave. NY, 212-988-3433.
  • King Foo Chinese Food 2030 2nd Ave. NY, 212-427-0144.
  • King Hwa Chinese Food 1272 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-316-6643.
  • King Of Han Chinese Restaurant 220 Nagle Ave. NY, 212-942-5691.
  • King's Chinese Cuisine & Mongolian Barbq 153 W 36th St.,, NYC (212) 629-8602
  • King's Wok Chinese Restaurant 1744 1st Ave. NY, 212-876-5029.
  • Kom Tans Soot Bul House... 32 W 32nd bet Broadway & Fifth Ave. 212-947-8482.
  • Kwong Ming Restaurant 1764 1st Ave. NY, 212-289-5080.
  • Lees Chinese Fast Food 1204 Saint Nicholas Ave. NY, 212-795-0792.
  • Lin's Chinese Restaurant 32 E 23rd St. NY, 212-460-8445.
  • Mee Noodle Shop & Grill
  • Mee Noodle Shop 9th at 53rd. 212-765-2929.
  • Mee Noodle Soup 2nd at 49th. 212-888-0027.
  • Ming's Chinese Restaurant 413 9th Ave. NY, 212-868-1378.
  • Montien Thai & Chinese Restaurant 520 E 14th St. NY, 212-674-1860.
  • Mr. Chow 57th bet. 1st & 2nd NY, 212-751-9030.
  • New Amsterdam Chinese Restaurant 964 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-662-8881.
  • New Chelsee Chinese Restaurant 686 Ave. Of the Americas, NY, 212-627-9325.
  • New Chinese Fried Chicken 1954 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-234-8347.
  • New Hong Kong City Restaurant 11 Division St. NY, 212-431-1040.
  • No 1 Wo Hop Chinese Restaurant 2825 Frederick Douglass Blvd NY, 212-862-2702.
  • Noodle Corner Restaurant 236 8th Ave. NY, 212-989-1668.
  • Oriental Cottage Chinese Restaurant 49 W 39th St. NY, 212-730-0888.
  • Our Place Third at 82nd NY, 212-288-4888.
  • Palace Fried Chicken 2211 3rd Ave. NY, 212-831-1102.
  • Panda Restaurant 3153 Broadway, NY, 212-866-4211.
  • Peking Park Restaurant 100 Park Ave. NY, 212-725-5570.
  • Peking Restaurant 19 Dr Martin L King Jr Blvd, NY, 212-427-8910.
  • Penang... 109 Spring St bet Mercer & Greene Sts. 212-274-8883.
  • Phoenix Garden 40th bet. 2nd & Third NY, 212-983-6666.
  • Pig Heaven 2nd bet. 80th & 81st. 212-744-4333.
  • Seafood Palace Restaurant 50 Mott St. NY, 212-233-8898.
  • Shanghai 1933 49th bet. 2nd & Third NY, 212-486-1800.
  • Shanghai Manor 55th bet. Lexington & Third NY, 212-753-3900.
  • Shanghai Snack Bar 14 Elizabeth St. NY, 212-964-5640.
  • Shun Lee Palace... 55th bet. Lexington & Third NY, 212-371-8844. One of the very besy chinese restaurants in the entire city. Located in midtown, it might be expensive, but the quality of the food and service is well worth it.
  • Shun Lee West 65th bet. Columbus & Central Park West NY, 212-595-8895.
  • Sichuan Palace 44th bet. 1st & 2nd NY, 212-972-7377.
  • Silk Road Palace Amsterdam bet. 81st & 82nd NY, 212-580-6294.
  • Success Chinese Restaurant 763 Ave. Of the Americas, NY, 212-242-3910.
  • Sun Golden Island Restaurant 1 Elizabeth St. at Bayard St., NYC (212) 274-8787
  • Sun Hop Shing Tea House 21 Mott St., NYC (212) 267-2729
  • Sun On Chinese Fast Food 3668 Broadway, NY, 212-862-4776.
  • Szechuan Hunan 2nd bet. 74th & 75th NY, 212-535-1471.
  • Szechuan Hunan York bet. 83rd & 84th. 212-535-5223.
  • Szecuan Kitchen 1st at 76th 212-249-4615.
  • T H K Taste Of Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant 845 2nd Ave. NY, 212-687-7471.
  • Taipei Big Rice Bowls 81-48 Baster Ave. at 82nd St.,, NYC (718) 429-4818
  • Taiwan Restaurant & Chinese Cuisine the 254 E Ave. NY, 212-982-7249.
  • Tang Pavilion 55th bet. 5th & 6th NY, 212-956-6888.
  • Tang Tang 2nd at 88th. 212-360-7252.
  • Tang Tang 52rd bet. 2nd & Third. 212-355-5096.
  • Tang Tang Third at 76th. 212-249-2102. Away from china town, tasty chinese food prices can be beaten.
  • Taste Of Hong Kong Thk Chinese Restaurant 845 2nd Ave. NY, 212-687-7471.
  • Tea Den Chinese Restaurant In 940 8th Ave. NY, 212-265-8880.
  • Tibet Shambala 488 Amsterdam Ave. bet. 83rd & 84th St.,, NYC (212) 721-1270
  • Tibet Shambala... 488 AMsterdam Ave bet 83rd & 84th Sts. 212-721-1270.
  • Times For Chinese Food 413 W 14th St. NY, 212-691-6728.
  • Tsing Tao Chinese Restaurant Inc 24 Pell St. NY, 212-964-6351.
  • Westside Cafe 9th bet. 57th & 58th. 212-245-8822.
  • Westside Cottage 9th bet. 47th & 48th NY, 212-245-0800.
  • Westside Cottage 9th bet. 52nd & 53rd NY, 212-957-8088.
  • Wing Sing Chinese Restaurant 1863 Lexington Ave. NY, 212-360-1269.
  • WongKee 113-117 Mott St. bet. Mott & Hester St., NYC (212) 226-9018
  • Yang's Chinese Food 304 W 14th St. NY, 212-366-4525.
  • Yeung's Number 1 Chinese Restaurant 4486 Broadway, NY, 212-304-1360.
  • Ying Chen Chinese Restaurant 166 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-787-9001.
  • Yummy Food Chinese Restaurant 103 Malcolm X Blvd, NY, 212-678-7678.
  • Zen Palate
  • Zen Palate 9th at 46th. 212-582-1669. This gorgeous new age chinese resutarant has a worldly atmosphere. Vegetarian lovers delight, creative and suprisingly tasteful.

Coffee

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  • Bennie's Restaurant & Coffee B 333 Park Ave S, NY, 212-674-4337.
  • Capriccio Ristorante 33 E 61st St. NY, 212-757-7795; 212-759-6684.
  • Capriccioso Ristorante 373 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-877-7818.
  • Chock Full o' Nuts 2nd at 66th. 212-794-2600.
  • Chock Full o' Nuts Madison bet. 48th & 49th NY, 212-754-1222.
  • Coffee Beanery Ltd Laguardia Airport, NY, 718-533-0513.
  • Coffee Magic Espresso Bar 199 7th Ave. NY, 212-229-1807.
  • Cooper's Coffee Broadway at 84th. 212-724-0300.
  • Cooper's Coffee Broadway bet. 75th & 76th. 212-496-0100.
  • Cooper's Coffee Columbus at 67th. 212-362-0100.
  • Dean & Deluca Espresso Inc 1 Rockefeller Plz, NY, 212-664-1363.
  • Edison Cafe 47th bet. Broadway & 8th NY, 212-840-5000.
  • Espresso Bar Inc 82 Christopher St. NY, 212-627-3870.
  • Espresso Bar Oscar 1452 2nd Ave. NY, 212-717-5875.
  • Espresso Coffee Roaster Corp 157 E 18th St. NY, 212-674-1702.
  • Espresso Lounge 5 Saint Marks Pl, NY, 212-614-0830.
  • Espresso Madison 33 E 68th St. NY, 212-988-7444.
  • Espresso-Sweaters 1372 Broadway, NY, 212-840-5666.
  • News Bar Third bet. 57th & 58th. 212-319-0830.
  • Oscar's Park at 50th. 212-872-4920.
  • Pasqua Coffee Bar 53rd at Lexington. 212-421-4229 .
  • Pasqua Coffee Bar 53rd bet. Park & Madison. 212-750-7140 .
  • Pasqua Coffee Bar 6th bet. 51st & 52nd. 212-977-4861.
  • Pasqua Coffee Bar 6th bet. 54th & 55th. 212-265-8610.
  • Pasqua Coffee Bar Lexington bet. 44th & 45th. 212-661-5459.
  • Pasqua Coffee Bar Madison at 43rd. 212-370-3510.
  • Pronto Espresso Inc 134 W 29th St. NY, 212-465-1150.
  • Royal Cappuccino Ice Cream Inc 944 Park Ave. NY, 212-794-2268.
  • Rudy's L & R Espresso Machine Co Inc 400 W 44th St. NY, 212-245-4966.
  • Rumpelmayer's Central Park South at 6th. 212-755-5800.
  • Seattle Bean Company 2nd bet. 81st & 82nd. 212-794-4233.
  • Starbucks Coffee 1st at 75th. 212-472-7784.
  • Starbucks Coffee 2nd at 81st. 212-472-7972 .
  • Starbucks Coffee 54th at 1st. 212-688-0700 .
  • Starbucks Coffee Broadway at 87th. 212-875-8470.
  • Starbucks Coffee Columbus at 67th NY, 212-721-0470.
  • Starbucks Coffee Lexington at 78th. 212-517-8476.
  • Starbucks Coffee Third at 66th. 212-472-6535.
  • Sunburst Espresso Bar Coffee 157 E 18th St. NY, 212-674-1702.
  • Szarotka Coffee Shop & Restaurant 5627 61 Mspth, NY, 718-416-0969.

Continental

  • 1st on 59th 1st at 59th. 212-888-7884.
  • 44 Southwest 9th at 44th. 212-315-4582.
  • Ambassador Grill UN Plaza bet. 1st & 2nd. 212-702-5014. Art filled decorations, bargin prices best brunch in town.
  • Demi Madison at 93rd 212-534-3475. Charming, romantic, candlelit rooms. Relax at the fireplace with that special someone.
  • Edwardian Room 5th at 59th NY, 212-759-3000. Elegance, a touch of royalty best for breakfast. Excellent place for dining. A little overpriced.
  • Four Seasons 52nd bet. Park & Lexington NY, 212-754-9494. One of New York's best restaurants. An amazing price for the quality and service that you are getting. Enjoy lunch at the grill room or take in a meal at the gorgeous pool room.
  • Lexington Avenue Grill Lexington at 51st. 212-753-1515. East side American grill decent food at a great price.
  • Palm Court 5th at 59th. 212-546-5350. Tourist attraction, continental, classy, elegant, tourist attraction. Into another dimension.
  • Polo, the Madison at 69th NY, 212-439-4835. Elegant new American discreet for private meetings. Great food.
  • Rainbow Room 5th bet. 49th & 50th. 212-632-5100. American continental food, glamourous, breathtaking sunset views, dancing until dawn. It is a great palce to enjoy with someone special.
  • Sammy's Roumanian... 157 Chrystie St at Delancey St. 212-673-0330.
  • Sardi's 44th bet. Broadway & 8th. 212-221-8444. Great place to eat at if your are going to the theater. Caricatures of stars on the walls. Great bar but unfortunaely not great food.
  • Small Cafe, the 56th bet. 1st & 2nd NY, 212-753-2233.
  • Townhouse, the 58th bet. 2nd & Third NY, 212-826-6241. Most enjoyable with same sex partners. Elegant and charming.
  • View, the Broadway bet. 45th & 46th . 212-704-8900. Located in the theater district, this is an excellent place to go before or after a show. With a fantastic appearance , and with excellent vistas of the city. If you are into scenery this is the place to go/.
  • World Yacht 41st at Hudson River. 212-630-8100. Perfect for romance, parties and VIP guests. Enjoy dinner while cruising.

Cuban

  • Chef Antoine... 590 Sunrise Hwy bet Grand Ave and Rockwood St. Bladwin, LI. 516-223-9426.
  • Chrysanthemum 199 8th Ave. bet, W 20th & 21st St., NYC (212) 989-1116
  • Havana Chelsea Luancheonette 190 8th Ave., NYC (212) 243-9421
  • National Cafe 210 1st Ave. bet. E 12th & 13th St., NYC (212) 473-9354
  • Negril Island Spice... 362 W 23rd St bet Eighth and Ninth Aves. 212-807-6411.
  • Sam Chinita 176 8th Ave. bet. W 18th & 19th St., NYC (212) 741-0240
  • Victor's Cafe... 52nd bet. Broadway & 8th. 212-586-7714. Located in the theater District this friendly, midpriced restaurant has a lot to offer. It's a great palce to bring the whole family. If you want real Cuban food it doesn't get much more authentic than this.

Deli

  • Katz's Deli 205 E. Houston St. Ludlow St. 212-254-2246. The service is pushy, and aggressive. Awesome hot dogs, and pastrami sandiches. Excellent deli located on the Lower East Side.
  • Pastrami King (Queens) 124-24 Queens Blvd. 82nd Ave. 718-263-1717. Considerd the best pastrami in the city. An excellent kosher deli, that is worth the trip. The sandwiches are awesome.
  • Second Avenue Deli 156 Second Ave. 10th St. 212-677-0606. This is the best deli in the city. Located in the East Village it is considered an landmark. Considering that it is the best deli the price is pretty fair. The service is not that good, but you can get kosher cusine. Go for the chopped liver, pastrami , c orned beef, or the matzo ball soup. If you are close by during lunch make sure you drop in and get a sandwich.
  • Bar B Que Deli 2820 Broadway, NY, 212-749-5012.
  • Barney Greengrass Amsterdam bet. 86th & 87th NY, 212-724-4707. Great Jewish restaurant on the westside. Great smoked salmon, well worth the wait.
  • Bloom's Delicatessen Lexington at 40th. 212-922-3663.
  • Carnegie Deli 7th bet. 54th & 55th. 212-757-2245. Anyone who can finish a sandwhich here deserves a medal. Moreover no one will ever leave hungry. Whether you live in New York or you are in from out of town, this is one place that you can't miss.
  • Deli Makers Sandwich Shop 21 E 41st St. NY, 212-697-7328.
  • Delia's Supper Club 197 E 3rd St. NY, 212-254-9184.
  • Delightful Restaurant Inc 2258 1st Ave. NY, 212-876-6224.
  • E.A.T. Madison bet. 80th & 81st. 212-772-0022.
  • Ess-a-Bagel Third bet. 50th & 51st. 212-980-1010.
  • Fine & Schapiro 72nd bet. Broadway & Columbus NY, 212-877-2874. Best kosher deli on the West Side.
  • Levana 69th bet. Broadway & Columbus NY, 212-877-8457.
  • Manhattan Deli Restaurant 252 Bleecker St. NY, 212-727-8514.
  • N. Y. Delicatessen, the 57th at 6th. 212-541-8320.
  • Orloff's Columbus bet. 64th & 65th. 212-799-4000.
  • Orloff's Deli & Restaurant 2 Lincoln Sq, NY, 212-799-4000.
  • Rosen's Deli & Restaurant 488 Madison Ave. NY, 212-371-7676.
  • Showtime Deli & Restaurants 401 Broadway, NY, 212-431-0044.
  • Stage Deli 7th bet. 53rd & 54th. 212-245-7850. One sandwich is known for feeding the entire family for one week. The service is not with a smile, but the price is decent.
  • Sunset Deli Restaurant 125 Church St. NY, 212-766-0010.
  • The Double Delight Restaurant 20 W 25th St. NY, 212-645-0408.
  • Third Ave Delicatessen Restaurant & Caterers 276 3rd Ave. NY, 212-228-8484.
  • Wolf's Delicatessen 586-110-10 57th at 6th.. Traditional overstuffed sandwiches. Waiters with an attitude.

Diner

  • Bloomingdale's Restaurant-Le Train Bleu 1000 3rd Ave. NY, 212-705-2100.
  • Valley Diner 250 W 57th St. NY, 212-691-7859.

Eclectic

  • Gloucester 37 E. 50th St. bet Madison & Park Aves. 212-750-2233. This Eastsider is open seven days a week and even does breakfast. It has an eclectic menu that is good, and is expensive.
  • Bimini Twist Amsterdam bet. 76th & 77th. 212-362-1260.
  • Boulevard Broadway at 88th. 212-874-7400.
  • Cafe du Pont 1st bet. 56th & 57th. 212-223-1133. Accomodating, excellent food at a reasonable price. Go for the early bird special.
  • China Grill 53rd at 6th. 212-333-7788. Young, hip, modern stylish, Asian food served.
  • Conservatory Central Park West at 61st. 212-265-0060.
  • Dish 82nd at Columbus. 212-724-8700.
  • Iridium 63rd at Columbus. 212-582-2121. Place to see, not to eat at. Jazz downstairs, brand new menu with lowered prices.
  • Saloon Broadway at 64th. 212-874-1500. With it's excellent location near Lincoln Center is quite crowded. It's humoungous menu is not quite up to par.
  • Taci International Broadway at 110th. 212-678-5345.
  • World Cafe Columbus at 69th. 212-799-8090. This noisy west side restaurant contains a young crowd, and has affordable prices.
  • Yura Third at 92nd. 212-860-8060. Your best bet is to catch the early bird special. This easy side shop/cafe has excellent main courses to go along with fabulous desserts.

English

  • English Harbor Fish & Chips 2 768 9th Ave. NY, 212-664-7966.
  • English Harbour Fish & Chips 246 E 14th St. NY, 212-777-5420.
  • Tea and Sympathy... 108 Greenwhich Ave. bet Jane & 13th Sts. 212-807-8329.

Ethiopian

  • Blue Nile, the 77th bet. Columbus & Amsterdam NY, 212-580-3232.
  • Ethiopian Restaurant 3161 Broadway, NY, 212-749-4449.
  • Ghion Ethiopian Restaurant... 668 Amsterdam Ave. NY, 212-875-8722.
  • Selam Cafe Ethiopian Restaurant 3161 Broadway, NY, 212-749-4449.
  • Tea and Sympathy 108 Greenwhich Ave. bet Jane & 13th Sts. 212-807-8329.
  • Zula Amsterdam at 122nd. 212-663-1670.

French

  • Cafe Pierre The Pierre Hotel, 2 E 61st St. bet 5th & Madison Aves. 212-940-8185. Best breakfast in the city. Also good for lunch, or dinner. The epitome of elegant, an all-around restaurant. The service, decor, and food are all excellent. Quality French cuisine, complemented by dancing on Thursday-Saturday. Excellent for a romant ic d inner.
  • Capsouto Freres 451 Washington St. Watts St. 212-966-4900. Your first impression will not reflect how your overall experience will turn out. In fact this French restaurant located in TriBeCa will most likely impress you. With accesible parking and excellent souffles, it's am excellent bet.
  • Chez Michallet 90 Bedford St. Grove St. 212-242-8309. If you are looking for a romantic dinner in the village you have come to the right place. Go for the price fixe because sometimes it can get expensive. The food is good.
  • Gascogne 158 Eigth Ave. bet 17th & 18th Sts. 212-675-6564. Located downtown, the service is great and so is the setting. You might feel like you are in France. Go for the price fixe.
  • Grove 314 Bleecker St. Grove St. 212-675-9463. Located in the West Village, you are receiving a great deal. The food is very inexpensive relative to the quality. Great garden.
  • La Colombe d'Or 134 E. 26th St. bet Lexington & 3rd Aves. 212-689-0666. This romantic, authentic French bistro is located on the East Side. Try the Corsican, Sardinan, or the Maltese dishes. they also have a great wine list.
  • La Pactole2 World Financial Center. 225 Liberty St. Vessey St. 212-945-9444. If you decide to eat here, do while the sun is setting. The views are absolutely spectacular. Sundau Brunch is a good bet. The food is pretty good, but the resturant is a bit overpriced.
  • Le Jardin Bistro 25 Cleveland Pl. bet Lafayette & Spring Sts. 212-343-9599. Located in SoHo, is this excellent French bistro. This intimate bistro on top of having good food, is moderately priced.
  • L'Udo 432 Lafayette St. bet Astor Pl & 4th St. 212-388-0978. Situated in the Downtown area is this excellent French-Italian restaurant. It gets big draws from the art, and cultural community. With an exceptional garden this one is hard to beat.
  • Alison on Dominick Street 38 Dominick St. bet Hudson & Varick Sts. 212-727-1188. Located in West SoHo, if you can find it you will be in for a real treat. With professional service, and a gorgeous appearance, this French Bistro is good to take a date to.
  • Annabelle 2nd at 48th. 212-486-2560.
  • Bistro du Nord Madison at 93rd. 212-289-0997.
  • Bouley 165 Duane St, bet Greenwhich and Hudson Sts. 212-608-3852 The best restaurant in New York City. You might find others to rival its supremacy, but none to match it. Forget the price or the amount of time it might take to finally get served your main course. the quality of the food and the service are matched b y none. If you go during lunch you will find it easier to get in, and much easier on your wallet.
  • Box Tree the Box Tree, 250 E. 49th St. bet 2nd & 3rd Aves. 212-758-8320 Probably one of the most expensive restaurants in the whole city. Also one of the most romantic restaurants in the entire city. It is the place to bring your special someone. the Box Tree grill is also very good. If you eat there go for the steak.
  • Brasserie 53rd bet. Park & Lexington. 212-751-4840. Open 24-hour french bistro, worth the extra money. Closed for renovation but due to reopen soon.
  • C.T. 111 E. 22nd St. bet Lexington & Park Aves. 212-995-8500. This new French cuisine located on the east side is considered quite excellent. With excellent wine and great service this definately improves the city's wide variety of restaurants. Despite the high price it is well worth it.
  • Cafe Botanica Central Park South bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-484-5120. A garden of delights, lovely, springlike, wonderful service, great bargain. Best for Sunday bruches.
  • Cafe de Bruxelles... 118 Greenwhich Ave at 13th St. 212-206-1830.
  • Cafe de Paris 2nd at 49th. 212-486-1411.
  • Cafe des Artistes One W. 67th St. bet Columbus & CPW. 212-877-3500. One of the most romantic restaurants in the city. It is the place to fall in love with someone. Excellent West Side French cuisine.
  • Cafe des Sports 51st bet. 8th & 9th. 212-581-1283.
  • Cafe Luxembourg 70th bet. Amsterdam & West End. 212-873-7411. Stylish, West Side French bistro. Solid food in sleek cream setting.
  • Cafe Metairie Third at 82nd NY, 212-988-1800. Charming, province setting. Good food, bargain brunch and early bird specials.
  • Cafe St. John 110th at Amsterdam NY, 212-932-8420.
  • Cafe Un Deux Trois 44th bet. Broadway & 6th.
  • Carlyle Dining Room 76th at Madison NY, 212-744-1600. Great place for a business lunch or dinner. It might be expensive but if you are looking for a good meal you have found the right place.
  • Chantal Cafe 55th bet. Broadway & 8th NY, 212-246-7076.
  • Chanterelle 2 Harrison St, bet Greenwhich & Hudson Sts. 212-966-6960 Located in TriBeCa one of the best Contemporary French restaurants that you will find. the epitome of a first class restaurant. While the food is fantastic, the bill is not.
  • Chez Jaqueline... 72 MacDpugal St. bet Houston & Bleecker Sts. 212-505-0727.
  • Chez Josephine 42nd bet. 9th & Tenth. 212-594-1925. The restaurant is a tribute to Josephine Baker. This small, dimly lit restaurant is an excellent place to take someone on a romantic date. the service has a smile is always urges you to eat more. If you are going to show nearby it is an excellent choic e.
  • Chez Napoleon 50th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-265-6980.
  • Chez Suzette Restaurant 363 W 46th St. NY, 212-581-9717.
  • Daniel 76th bet. 5th & Madison NY, 212-288-0033. Located in Midtown is one of the best classic French restaurants in the city. Daniel Boulud is one of the best chef's in the city aswell. Other than the fact that the restaurant feels crowded, their is nothing to complain about here.
  • Demarchelier 86th at Madison. 212-249-6300.
  • Dix et Sept 10th at 7th NY, 212-645-8023.
  • Ferrier 65th bet. Madison & Park. 212-772-9000. Fashionable, civilized pickup scene for singles and divorcees. Good bistro food.
  • Hulot's Lexington bet. 70th & 71st NY, 212-794-9800.
  • Jean Lafitte 58th at 6th NY, 212-751-2323.
  • Jo Jo 64th bet. Lexington & Third NY, 212-223-5656. French, NY chic crowd, tantalizing, orgasmic desserts prixe fixe lunch.
  • Jules... 65 St.Marks Pl. bet 1st & 2nd Aves. 212-477-5560.
  • King's Carriage House 82nd at 2nd. 212-734-5490. It's name is a good representation of what type of rstaurant this is. It is like a carriage house. It might have a limited menu, but this French-Continental restaurant is sure good looking.
  • La Boeuf a la Mode 81st bet. York & East End NY, 212-249-1473.
  • La Boite en Bois 68th at Columbus NY, 212-874-2705.
  • La Bonne Soupe 55th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-586-7650.
  • La Caravelle 55th bet. 5th & 6th NY, 212-586-4252. The epitome of classic French. It's lovely atmosphere and trustworthy staff make it even more desirable. It's new chef on top of the overall flavor of the restaurant, make everything seem so easy and effortless.
  • La Chandelle Broadway bet. 79th & 80th. 212-787-8466.
  • La Cote Basque 55th bet. 5th & Madison NY, 212-688-6525. Was closed for renovations, reopened one block west of its original location. One of NY's highest-rated restaurant's. Classic French cuisine situated inside of a beautiful restaurant.
  • La Folie Third bet. 80th & 81st. 212-744-6327.
  • La Goulue Madison at 65th. 212-988-8169. Decent food, located on the East Side. At a somewhat resonable price, this French Bistro is improving.
  • La Grenouille 52th bet. 5th & Madison NY, 212-752-1495. It's like being in Paris without buying a ticket. Classy, with superb food, and the most beautiful scenery in NY. Excellent service by quite attentive waiters.
  • La Jumelle 55 Grand Street, NY, 212 941 9651.
  • La Mangeoire 2nd bet. 53rd & 54th. 212-759-7086.
  • La Mediterranee 2nd bet. 50th & 51st. 212-755-4155. This warm cramped French bistro serves delicious desserts. In addition nightly piano music to accompany the French food.
  • La Mere Poulard 56th bet. Park & Lexington NY, 212-750-2710.
  • La Mirabelle 86th bet. West End & Riverside NY, 212-496-0458.
  • La Reserve 4 W. 49th St. bet 5th & 6th Aves. 212-247-2993. Situated at Rockefeller Center, this French restaurant has quality food. While eating there you almost feel like you are one of the Rockefeller's. Be sure to dress appropriately.
  • La Vielle Auberge 46th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-247-4284.
  • L'Ardoise 1st bet. 65th & 66th NY, 212-744-4752.
  • Le Beaujolais 46th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-974-7464.
  • Le Bernardin 51st bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-489-1515. While eating here, you will encounter some of the best french cuisine in hte entire city, topped with impecable service. If you can afford to have eat here, the trip to this midtown restaurant is more than well worth it.
  • Le Biarritz 57th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-751-2390.
  • Le Bilboquet 63rd bet. Madison & Park. 212-751-3036.
  • Le Bistrot de Maxim's Madison bet. 61st & 62nd NY, 212-980-6988.
  • Le Bouchon 51st bet. 8th & 9th. 212-765-6463.
  • Le Chantilly 106 E. 57th St. bet Lexington & Park Aves. 212-751-2931. After eating seven courses here you definately won't leave hungry. Your best bet is to go to the pre-theater special. Otherwise it's quite expensive. It recevies all around ratings also for it's superb service, and beautiful rooms.
  • Le Cirque 65th bet. Madison & Park NY, 212-794-9292. Incredible French cuisine, if well known they treat you like royalty. A bit pricey, but well worth it.
  • Le Colonial 149 E. 57th St. bet Lexington & 3rd Aves. 212-752-0808. The food and the people look good at this restaurant. Not very expensive, for the overall experience that you will receive. This Midtown Vietnamese makes you feel that you are back in Saigon.
  • Le Comptoir 67th bet. 2nd & Third. 212-794-4950.
  • Le Max 43rd bet. 6th & Broadway. 212-764-3705.
  • Le Perigord 405 E. 52nd St. 1st Ave. 212-755-6244. With a new chef, and superb food, this Eastsider is a winner. It's French cusine served by excellent waiters, will kepp you relaxed in a quiet, subdued atmosphere.
  • Le Perigord 52nd at 1st NY, 212-755-6244. French, one of the highly rated, good service tasty, delicate, excellent food served.
  • Le Pistou 61st bet. Park & Lexington. 212-838-7987.
  • Le Quercy 55th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-265-8141.
  • Le Refuge 82nd bet. Lexington & Third. 212-861-4505. Simply noiseless, delicious food attentive waiters to satisfy your needs. A bit overpriced.
  • Le Regence Plaza Athenee, 37 E. 64th St. bet Madison & Park Aves. 212-606-4647. Located on the East Side, this old style French retuarant will make you feel like you are back in old times. With superb staff and food, there are few drawbacks. Go for the Sunday brunch.
  • Le Relais Madison bet. 63rd & 64th. 212-751-5108. The "In" place to go on the Eastside with fine food for sure and enjoyable "Smart People" observation.
  • Le Rivage 46th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-765-7374. Large quantity served at a low price. Relaxing atmosphere enjoyable.
  • Le Taxi 60th bet. Park & Madison. Elegantly set good food but a bit overpriced. Waiters are a bit on the cold side.
  • Le Veau d'Or 60th bet. Park & Lexington 212-838-8133. Old fashion homey food. Classic French bistro.
  • Le Zoo 314 West 11th Street, NY, 212-620-0393.
  • L'Entrecote 1st bet. 57th & 58th NY, 212-755-0080.
  • Leopard, the 50th bet. 2nd & Third. 212-759-3735. One of a kind. This restaurant takes you back into time to the late 50's. Dinner is served with wine. Warm staff. Reasonable price.
  • L'Ermitage 56th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-581-0777.
  • Les Celebrites 58th bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-484-5113. This is one of the best all around restaurants that there are. With absolutely gorgeous scenery painted by hollywood stars, to the impecable service from it's waiters. Which is just the icing on the cake for the exquisite French Contemporary meal that y o u will be served.
  • Les Friandises Lexington bet. 70th & 71st. 212-988-1616.
  • Les Pyrenees 51st bet. Broadway & 8th. 212-246-0044. If you want to make your show and not feel rushed this is the place to be. Classic, warm relaxed ambiance.
  • Les Routiers Amsterdam bet. 87th & 88th. 212-874-2742.
  • Les Sans Culottes 2nd bet. 57th & 58th. 212-838-6660. Quality bistro with good food, good prices, and a good time. Go for the appetizers.
  • Lespinasse 55th bet. Madison & 5th NY, 212-339-6719. One of the highly recommended. You will receive excellent service. This relaxing environment will put you in heaven after you have finished with your meal.
  • L'Express... 249 Park Ave South at 20th St. 212-254-5858.
  • Lutece 50th bet. 2nd & Third NY, 212-752-2225. Beautifully decorated. One of the best French restaurants in the city. It has a new chef, but no horrible reviews have come in yet.
  • Mark's 77th at Madison NY, 212-879-1864. You feel like you are in England but are eating real French food. But reality sets back in when you exit the restaurant. A little expensive but well worth it.
  • Mme. Romaine de Lyon 61st bet. Madison & Park NY, 212-758-2422.
  • Montrachet 239 W. Broadway. bet Walker & White Sts. 212-219-2777 Located in TriBeCa this French Bistro has superb food. With a reliable and friendly staff, and a high price, your best bet is probably lunch.
  • Peacock Alley Park bet. 49th & 50th NY, 212-872-4895. French delicacy classy, elegant also recently renovated.
  • Pierre au Tunnel 47th bet. Broadway & 8th NY, 212-575-1220.
  • Poiret Columbus bet. 82nd & 83rd NY, 212-724-6880.
  • Prive 80th bet. Madison & 5th NY, 212-772-1541.
  • Quatorze Bis 79th bet. 1st & 2nd NY, 212-535-1414.
  • Raphael 54th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-582-8993. For intimate lovers top tasting food at mid price.
  • Rene Pujol 51st bet. 8th & 9th. 212-246-3023. Well cooked food, great tasting wines at a reasonable price.
  • Right Bank Madison at 69th. 212-737-2811. Enjoy a glass of wine outdoor on the patio or a great tasting burger indoors. Reasonable price.
  • Royal Canadian Pancake House... 1004 Second Ave at 53rd St. 212-980-4131.
  • Sel et Poivre Lexington bet. 64th & 65th. 212-517-5780. Country setting, you feel like you at a bistro in Paris. Gets mixed reviews. Either you love it or you hate it.
  • Sign of the Dove Third at 65th. 212-861-8080. Romantic, costly and worth every cent. Wonderful place for any kind of celebrations. Includes a cafe up front.
  • Soleil Third bet. 67th & 68th. 212-717-1177. Friendly, drastic change in variety good food.
  • Sonia Rose 132 Lexington Ave. bet 28th & 29th Sts. 212-545-1777. One of New York best unknown restaurant's. At times it can be to crowded, but this Eastsider will provide you with great service, and fantastic Eclectic-French food.
  • Table d'Hote 92nd bet. Madison & Park 212-348-8125.
  • Terrace 400 W. 119th St. bet Amsterdam Ave & Morningside Dr. 212-666-9490. With great views, ontop of a romantic atmosphere, this is a great place for most special occasions. With superb French cusine, to go along with good service, and even valet parking. the price is a little high, overall a safe bet.
  • Tout Va Bien 51st bet. 8th & 9th NY, 212-265-0190. Reliable, a bit cramped friendly atmosphere nice waiters, worth visiting.
  • Trois Jean 79th bet. Lexington & Third NY, 212-988-4858. Visiting Paris without getting on a plane. Daily specials served upstairs.
  • Voulez-Vous 1st at 76th NY, 212-249-1776. Homely, friendly includes all you can drink wines. Great for brunch.

German

  • Anton's... 259 W 4th St at Perry St. 212-675-5059.
  • Heidelberg Restaurant 2nd bet. 85th & 86th. 212-650-1385.
  • Ideal Restaurant and Bar... 322 E 86th St. bet First & Second Aves. 212-737-0795.
  • Kleine Konditorei 86th bet. 2nd & Third. 212-737-7130.
  • Zlata Praha... 28-48 31st St near 30th Ave. Astoria, Queens. 718-721-6422.

Greek

  • Karyatis 35-03 Broadway. bet 35th & 36th Sts. 718-204-0666. Located in Queens, one of the top five best Greek restaurants in the city. The best Greek cusine in all of Queens. Moderately priced, if you are into Greek this is the place to go.
  • Moustache 90 Bedford St. bet Barrow & Grove Sts. 212-229-2220. Moustache405 Atlantic Ave. bet Bond & Nevins Sts. Brooklyn. 718-852-5555 Some of the best Middle Eastern cusine in the whole city. They both have fast, and fresh food. Go for the pita's.
  • Turkish Kitchen 386 Third Ave. bet 27th & 28th Sts. 212-679-1810. Situated in Midtown this is one of the best Turkish restaurants in the city. With an excellent price you won't be let down.
  • Aegean... Columbus Ave at 70th St. 212-873-5057.
  • Estia 86th bet. 1st & 2nd. 212-628-9100.
  • Galaxy Diner 8th bet. 18th & 19th..
  • Meandros Greek Restaurant 118 Macdougal St. NY, 212-505-7627.
  • Periyali 35 W. 20th St. bet 5th & 6th Aves. 212-463-7890. The best Greek restaurant that you will find in all of New York. Considering the price how could you pass this one up? Located on the west side in the Flatiron district, it is worth every penny.
  • Symposium 113th bet. Broadway & Amsterdam NY, 212-865-1011.
  • Three Guys 96th at Madison. 212-348-3800.
  • Three Guys Madison bet. 75th & 76th. 212-628-8108.
  • Uncle Nick's Greek Cuisine 402 W 51st St. NY, 212-245-7992.
  • Uncle Nick's Greek Cuisine 747 9th Ave. NY, 212-315-1726.

Indian

  • Nirvana 30 Centeal Park S. bet 5th & 6th Aves. 212-486-5700. Situated on the a rooftop this Indian restaurant will give more than average views. On top of that the food and the service are very good, and so is the price.
  • Akbar Park bet. 57th & 58th. 212-838-1717. Delicious indian cusine served for over 20 years. Well mannered staff.
  • Bombay Palace 52nd bet. 5th & 6th. 212-541-7777. Daily buffet lunch, dinner and excellent service. Place need decorating improvement.
  • Curry In A Hurry 119th Lexington Ave. bet. E 27th & 28th St., NYC (212) 683-0904
  • Darbar 56th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-432-7227. Quality indian cuisine. Exceptional buffet, lunch a bit overpriced.
  • Dawat... 58th bet. 2nd & Third. 212-355-7555. This midtown restaurant contains excellent Indian cuisine. Considered NY's best Indian. Even people who don't like Indian food like it.
  • Dimple Indeian Fast Food 72-31 37th Ave. at 73rd St., NYC (718) 458-8144
  • Diwan Grill 48th bet. Lexington & Third. 212-593-5425.
  • East In The West 113th Lexiington Ave. bet. E 27th & 28th St., NYC (212) 683-1313
  • India Pavilion 56th bet. Broadway & 8th NY, 212-489-0035. Serves good tasting vegeterian dishes. Inexpensive. Not overcrowded.
  • Indian Cafe, the 95th bet. Broadway & Amsterdam NY, 212-222-1600.
  • Indian Cafe, the Broadway at 108th. 212-749-9200.
  • Indian Oven 84th bet. Broadway & Amsterdam NY, 212-874-6900.
  • Jackson Diner 37-0374 74th St. bet. 37th St. & Roosevelt Ave., NYC (718) 672-1232
  • Jewel of India 44th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-869-5544.
  • Madras Mahal 104 Lexington Ave. bet. E 27th & 28th St., NYC (212) 684-4010
  • Mavalli Palace... 46 E 29th St. bet Park Ave South & Madison Ave. 212-679-5535.
  • Mughlai Columbus at 75th. 212-724-6363. Nothing out of the ordinary in Indian delicacy.
  • Pandit Amsterdam bet. 87th & 88th. 212-724-1217.
  • Shaan 48th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-977-8400.
  • Vatan... 409 Third Ave. bet 29th & 30th Sts. 212-689-5666.

Health

  • Better Health Foods Inc 389 3rd Ave. NY, 212-684-5260.
  • China Tea Herbs & Health Products Ic 334 E 65th St. NY, 212-861-1219.
  • Columbus Natural Food 725 Columbus Ave. NY, 212-663-0345.
  • Diet & Health Products Retail 224 1st Ave. NY, 212-473-1213.
  • Eva's Natural Food Store 11 W 8th St. NY, 212-982-2500.
  • Good Health Cafe & Natural Food Grocery 324 E 86th St. NY, 212-439-9680.
  • Good Health Foods Inc 63 Dr Martin L King Jr Blvd, NY, 212-360-1205.
  • Gramercy Natural Food Cntrc 427 2nd Ave. NY, 212-725-1651.
  • Health Pub Restaurant 371 2nd Ave. NY, 212-529-9200.
  • Imperial Health Products Inc 1172 3rd Ave. NY, 212-794-8500.