The Sidecar (grilled beefsteak w/ pineapple chutney banh mi) is one of the best sandwiches in the city.
The sesame pancake with beef is one of our 101 Best Sandwiches in NY. It's a bánh mì by way of Beijing: thin slices of beef with pickled cukes, carrots, and cilantro, dosed with Sriracha. Read more.
Great beer and a nice outdoor area in the back. You can bring your own food, so get either Banh Mi from Nicky's or Lamb Burgers and Noodles from Xi'An Famous Foods.
Rotating craft beers on tap and an awesome no-nonsense patio in the back. Great place to catch up with friends over drinks.
This lower east side staple might be dreary from the front, but inside is a covered garden and often, customers with their adorable pet dogs. Read more.
Come for the top-notch happy hour, stay for the 30+ rare craft drafts and top quality bar foods. Oysters and (made on site) ginger drinks are also a plus.
Moby raved about the seitan taquitos here - in his New York Diet, he called the mini-tacos topped with pineapple, guacamole, and salsa "spectacular." Read more.
Can't go wrong but the patty melt is pretty darn good. Make sure you get a side of aioli fries, solid base for a night of drinking.
Try the double patty/horseradish/cheddar/onions meatstrosity called the Iron Horse -- but don't make a habit of it, or you'll never be able to shake your caboose. Read more.