2. Bacaro
7.7
136 Division St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Chinatown · 71 tips and reviews
Harry Jones: get spicy fried meatballs, stuffed artichoke, marinated steak, and duck ragu pasta!
Dohn Solis: Menu leaves a bit to be desired and they're unwilling to make even the smallest of changes to accomodate anyone.
Maria: Order the Gnocchi con funghi, tiramisu and a glass of wine. The candle lit basement is pretty cavelike and awesome.
4. Dos Toros Taquería
7.9
137 4th Ave (btwn E 13th & E 14th St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 350 tips and reviews
Village Voice: Cal Mex has never been better here than at this San Francisco-style burrito joint. The carne asada tacos are one of our faves, bulging with tender marinated steak. Don't forget to spring for the guac
Brian Grogan Jr.: Big, hearty burritos with satisfying meat fillings and fresh toppings. The tortillas are cooked with corn oil for a more authentic taste. Dos Toros is the indie Chipotle; definitely worth a visit!
The New York Times: Recommended: Quesadillas, burritos, tacos and chips with salsa. When asked if you want guacamole, the correct answer is “yes.” Read more.
Smooch Boutique: Excellent food... Had tostones rellenos, seafood paella and white sangria. All of them were A +!!! I would recommend this place to anyone.
Village Voice: Come summer or winter (alcohol induced tropical dreams are a thing, right?) suck down the Super Rum Punch. Worth it whatever the weather.
Erica: They have two other great locations, but this one is definitely the favorite among my friends!
8. Mother's Ruin
8.5
18 Spring St (btwn Mott & Elizabeth St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · NoLita · 328 tips and reviews
Doctore Aguacate: Salads, grilled cheese, the slushy cocktail, ango shots. One of the best bars in town
Anna Frenkel: Favorite bar right now. The decor, music, atmosphere, munchies -- all rad. Tell the bartender what your preferred liquor is, and the mood you're in. S/he will make you a delicious cocktail. Trust.
Time Out New York: Try the fried chickpeas, tossed with a savory mix of salt, cayenne pepper and pungent garam masala. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.
11. La Esquina
8.6
114 Kenmare St (at Lafayette St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · SoHo · 724 tips and reviews
Maya Jimenez 😬: Adorable little taco spot in SoHo. A must for mexican-food lovers.
People: This haute Mexican eatery is harder to get into than Harvard, having built a rep around fancy tequilas and ceviche. Can't snag abooth? The no-frills, street-level taqueria can sate your wounded ego.
Time Out New York: Try the Pescado a las Brasas taco, available at the sit-down café and takeout taqueria. It's one of NYC's 26 best tacos! Read more.
12. Legends New York
7.0
6 W 33rd St (btwn 5th & Broadway), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Koreatown · 106 tips and reviews
Jay Eagleson: Great spot to watch games and relax. The atmosphere is old school with a new twist. There's a lot of LSU Football memorabilia around.
Fulham Football Club: In New York and need to watch Fulham FC on TV? Then come around, check if Fulham is on TV, and grab yourself a pint.
Peter ☎💺📈: Great bar to watch football, I mean soccer. No I mean football, no soccer. You knowwww, the game with the round ball and no hands.