Not Just a Big Apple
Try these five more great New York–area restaurants
1
Hearth. 403 E. 12th St., Manhattan, 646.602.1300. Locals return time and time again for the innovative flavors served up by one of New York’s most attentive (though far from cloying) wait staffs.
2
Pio Pio. 8415 Northern Blvd., Queens, 718.426.1010. Talk about finger-licking good! The rotisserie chicken at this lively Peruvian spot is about as delicious as it gets. And even if you overindulge, a meal here will leave your wallet plenty full for some splurge shopping.
3
Hanbat. 53 W. 35th St., Manhattan, 212.629.5588. Craving bibimbop and bulgogi at 5 p.m.? How about 5 a.m.? No matter the hour — this 24-hour Korean restaurant is ready for you.
4
Rosa Mexicano. 61 Columbus Ave., Manhattan, 212.977.7700. The guacamole, prepared tableside, is a must at this Upper West Side mainstay, perfect for a post–Lincoln Center meal. The pomegranate margaritas aren’t too shabby either.
5
Momoya. 185 Seventh Ave., Manhattan, 212.989.4466. Settle into this sexy little date spot — the light is just right — for sushi, dumplings, and other small dishes that will have you eating out of each other’s hands (or chopsticks).
— Jenna Schnuer
