2. RedFarm
8.4
529 Hudson St (btwn Charles & W 10th St), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · West Village · 288 tips and reviews
Megan Johnson: Amazing all around - loved: crispy beef app, bacon-fried rice (!), pastrami egg roll with honey mustard sauce, black cod main dish
Noah Weiss: Dim sum is unreal. Ideal meal is crab and pork soup dumplings, Katz pastrami egg roll, BBQ pork belly, and pan fried spicy pork buns. You'll pay twice the price of Chinatown and it'll be worth it.
Time Out New York: Try the rib eye. The luscious beef gets an overnight bath in soy and an expert sear to tease out its umami richness. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.
5. Ponty Bistro Harlem
8.0
2375 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY
African Restaurant · Central Harlem · 32 tips and reviews
Heather: Love this Harlem oasis and its vibrant flavors! Can't go wrong with anything but stuffed flounder is a must.
Terance Thatch: The service was slighty slow but Lobster BLT, Maple Crusted French Toast, Truffle Macaroni & Cheese and Fresh Seasonal Fruit coupled with the ambiance made up for it. I'll definitely be back.
Dei West: Linguine Alla Scampi is really good! I just wish they gave a little more shrimp.
7. The Paris Cafe
7.9
119 South St (at Peck Slip), New York, NY
Pub · Financial District · 48 tips and reviews
David DiGregorio: They have tasty appetizers and very generously poured cocktails.
Downtown Alliance: Established in 1873, Paris hosted Thomas Edison, Teddy Roosevelt and Butch Cassidy. You can get our free Downtown dining guide at http://www.downtownny.com/mapsguides/
In NYC: Great opening night. Go check out the awesome new bar.
10. Lazzara's Pizza
7.8
221 W 38th St (at 7th Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Garment District · 52 tips and reviews
Scot Wheeler: Very crispy, very tasty thin crust, tons of options for toppings. Buffalo calamari was great. Sandwiches looked good too.
Kelly Squizzero: Half pizza is plenty for one person. Service was great.
Jillian Benson: I ordered food today and they told me to pick it up in an hour. When I came to pick it up the place was mayhem. I waited another 45min They lost my order and I ended up getting my money back just get
13. Pier I Cafe
8.9
W 70th St (at Riverside Blvd), New York, NY
Café · Lincoln Square · 179 tips and reviews
Eric Friedman: Really great outdoor bar and food by the water. Excellent service and lots of options in the sun or shade. Take a walk on the waterfront when you are done sipping your cocktails.
NYC Parks: There is no better time to go than on a summer evening when you can sit on the water and enjoy a beer and great burger.
New York Habitat: One of the best places in the city to enjoy a beer and a burger while watching the sun set. Come here after a nice walk along the Hudson and clear your mind.
14. Draught 55
8.2
245 E 55th St (btwn 3rd Ave & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Midtown East · 122 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: One of our favorite Midtown afterwork spots. We definitely recommend ordering the delicious Banana Bread Beer - but if that isn't your style, go for the sampler and try a few!
Untappd: Located on 55th and 2nd, this small little bar has tons of taps and great food. There is a special private area in the back with lounge chairs and TVs. Great selection!
Alex Grabowski: Outlets underneath the bar!