“Attaboy has no menu; you suggest a mood or a flavor and the bartenders improvise, which they do proudly or gruffly.” Read more.
The best kept secret on the LES in the bar department. It's like drinking cocktails in your friend's living room. Order the seasonal punch or a whiskey drink and snag a seat by the window.
Yunnan Chinese cooking with modern sensibilities. Mostly shareable small plates with light, bright flavors.
Love this place for all the obvious reasons. Not so obvious: Classiest (and most delicious) corndogs I've ever had. It's a hot dog wrapped in a croissant baguette.
A long and interesting sake menu with craft cocktails and smart, intricate small plates far beyond usual bar grub.
Manhattan's largest selection of cup sake, yuzu margaritas, & Hoppy. Azasu provides the LES with an unusual glimpse of Japanese drinking culture. Read more.
A laid back, bar-like ambiance easily hides the fact that their cocktails are well crafted. The Confederate Officer (bourbon, peaches, mint, lemon) is one of the more refreshing drinks on the menu.
“The cocktails are unfussy and topnotch ... Depending on the evening, you can sip them to the dulcet tones of a live bossa-nova trio or the punchy arrangements of a ragtime pianist.” Read more.
This joint serves salads, small plates, and grilled items like a burger, mixed grill plate, steak sandwich, and chicken panini. The space features a lot of tchotchkes and reused materials. Read more.
You can call in to make a reservation and you'll beat the lines even if you only call a few minutes before getting there!
New spot Dirty French, specializes in traditional dishes like Cote de Boeuf alongside Moroccan dishes and even creole flavors from Louisiana. Read more.
The boiled dumplings are great, but the rice balls with beef ($3) are the real star here. Deliciously soft and sticky, they may remind you of mochi... until you get a bite of that marinated beef. Read more.
Awesomely delicious wraps for late night munches. Even sober, I'm sure the Brothers Grimm will knock your socks off. My new closer for a night out in LES. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.
Super trendy new rooftop spot in LES. This place will be popping next summer. Meat and cheese by the pool? Yes please.
