170 Thompson St (btwn Bleecker & W Houston St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 231 tips and reviews
Bravo: Always my first stop in New York. Casual and bustling with all of Mario Batali's classics on the menu. The saltimbocca is heaven! -Kelly Liken, Top Chef
Bravo: The original location of this small chain serves up the best BBQ West of the Mississippi, complete with southern charm and sweet tea. -Kelly Liken, Top Chef
Grocery Store · West Ann Arbor · 59 tips and reviews
Bravo: High end wine shop with great wine tastings. The owner likes to pour $100 bottles by the glass so you can taste the expensive stuff before you buy. -John Somerville, Top Chef
6565 Orchard Lake Rd (at Maple Rd.), West Bloomfield Township, MI
Grocery Store · 22 tips and reviews
Bravo: High end wine shop with great wine tastings. The owner likes to pour $100 bottles by the glass so you can taste the expensive stuff before you buy. -John Somerville, Top Chef
Clothing Store · Streeterville · 14 tips and reviews
Bravo: I love Polo stuff of all sorts and this shop has the most! Love the fact they have a wine bar to help you weigh a purchase. -John Somerville, Top Chef
Japanese Restaurant · Miami Financial District · 2 tips and reviews
Bravo: Morimoto is awesome with sushi. He has single handedly brought Black Cod into the limelight. Try both at this super hip and trendy spot. -John Somerville, Top Chef
Clothing Store · Williamsburg · 5 tips and reviews
Bravo: A paradise for those of us with couture tastes but limited resources. Brand-new designer duds, house wares and accessories at 50-90% off! -Jacqueline Lombard, Top Chef
179 Bedford Ave (btwn N 7th & N 8th St.), Brooklyn, NY
Pizzeria · Williamsburg · 94 tips and reviews
Bravo: New Yorkers are very opinionated when it comes to their favorite pizzeria. Walk up to the counter at Anna Maria's, shout "next please!" and order a plain slice to go. Freaking delicious. -Jacqueline
314 Bedford Ave (btwn S 1st & S 2nd St.), Brooklyn, NY
Burger Joint · Williamsburg · 226 tips and reviews
Bravo: Hands-down the best burger in NYC. I order mine with blue cheese and caramelized onions. The mac and cheese with bacon can easily feed a family of four or one very hungry chef. -Jacqueline Lombard, To
Bravo: If you like Jazz, stop off here and drink a cold bud and listen to some great jazz plus the place is old and full of stories. -Ed Cotton, Top Chef
Bravo: My friend Steven and I love this store for their colorful combinations and approach towards wearable pop art, accessories, and color. -Arnold Myint, Top Chef
Bravo: You have to order a sandwich, but after that you'll find yourself acquainted with their unparalleled selection of craft beers from all over the world. -Amanda Baungarten, Top Chef
Bravo: You'll find bicycles, pick-ups, Harleys & Bentleys parked out front. Next to the delicious restaurant, full bar & "hang" spot houses live music every night. -Alex Reznik, Top Chef
Cocktail Bar · Mid-City West · 46 tips and reviews
Bravo: 30s vintage look - beautiful room with great lighting. Mark Peel has created a fantastic menu. The bar menu is served late (12midnight - late for LA). Try the duck sliders. -Alex Reznik, Top Chef