Part Thai karaoke bar, part restaurant, Playground houses its eatery along a long narrow space on the first floor.
Playground Bar & Bistro And Taitoon Thai Karaoke, Woodside, NYC
Astoria Seafood, LIC, NYC
DaXi Sichuan , Flushing, NYC
Sichuan food is all the rage in New York City now with several truly authentic spots in Queens that are worth a visit. DaXi, is one of the newcomers amongst them. Housed on the second floor of the new world mall, DaXi is expansive with its bright, modern décor.
Omakase Room by Tatsu, West Village, NYC
Chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi comes from a long lineage of chefs. He began his initial training at his family owned restaurant Fukujuya, in Hasuda City which is a century old.
Wus Wonton King, Chinatown, NYC
Wus Wonton King is perhaps one of the grandest, most memorable Cantonese meals I have had in New York City.
Adda, LIC, NYC
At Adda, you might as well be eating in chef Chintan Pandya’s home. The cooking here is truly authentic where he refuses to cater to what the masses might expect an Indian restaurant to serve up. Pandya prepares his dishes as it’s meant to be eaten – no compromise and this is exactly why Adda is currently one of the hottest Indian spots in NYC right now.
L’Appart, Le District, NYC
Within the spread of Le District lies a quiet 28-seater nook called L’Appart. Styled as a “chef’s apartment”, this Michelin starred spot is helmed by Executive Chef Nicolas “Nico” Abello who offers a changing, seasonal menu.
Miznon, Chelsea, NYC
Miznon is a pita-centric spot opened in Chelsea Market recently. The brainchild of Chef Eyal Shani, one of Israel’s most famous Chefs, there are branches of this concept in Vienna and Paris.
Nepali Bhancha Ghar, Jackson Heights, NYC
Nepali Bhancha Ghar, small, a bi-level Himalayan food spot in Jackson Heights serves one of the best momo soups in town.
Clay, Harlem, NYC
Looking for an approachable, farm fresh spot in Harlem for some thoughtful New American cuisine, then Clay is just the place for you.
Azerbaijan House, Brooklyn, NYC
We chanced to eat at Azerbaijan House in Sheepshead Bay. This spot serves Uzbek and European food too. However we decided to stick to the Azerbaijani offerings.
Brine Chicken, Chelsea, NYC
Dan Mezzalingua and Executive Chef Joe LoNigro (Otto’s Tacos) have just launched a new concept restaurant that revolutionizes chicken.
Brine is a self-serve spot in Chelsea serving what might just be some of the BEST chicken I have tried recently – I kid you not!
U Yuri Fergana, Rego Park, NYC
At U Yuri Fergana in Rego Park, food is a family affair. This Uzbek spot opened by owner, Yuri Moshev in 2016 serves absolutely delicious Uzbek Bukharian food and more.
Vatan, Kips Bay, NYC
Vatan is surprisingly one of those transforming experiences in New York City. The distinctive door decorated by an Indian elephant beckons you to enter and be transported to a village in the Northwestern Indian state of Gujarat.
Denino’s Pizzeria & Tavern, Greenwich Village, NYC
Denino’s, the iconic pizzeria established in Staten Island in 1937, is bringing its famous flavors to its outpost in Greenwich Village.
Ruumy’s Tavern, Hells Kitchen, NYC
Ruumy’s Tavern is restaurateur Mike Kocak’s newest venture located in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen. Located steps away from the Theatre district, Ruumy’s offers theatergoers and New Yorkers a haven away from the milieu of tourist traps that one might get suckered into.
Alley 41, Flushing, NYC
Alley 41 just might be one of the best Chinese restaurants I have eaten in recently. Chef Jaing comes with a host of accolades having won several master chef awards and a silver in the 2013 Top Chef.
Dawas, Woodside, NYC
Dawa Bhuti has managed to strike a perfect balance between her Tibetan heritage and culinary school training at her eponymous spot in Woodside.
Wok Wok South East Asian Kitchen, Chinatown, NYC
Yankee Stadium 2018 Dining, Bronx, NYC
There is so much more than just baseball at Yankee Stadium that makes it even more of a destination for fans, families and all.
Courtesy Yankees
Keste Pizza, Greenwich Village, NYC
Roberto Caporuscio is the ultimate “Pizza Maestro”. This passionate pizza purveyor owns Kesté Pizzeria which serves perhaps some of the most authentic Neapolitan pies in the city.
Phayul, Jackson Heights, NYC
Not the easiest spot to find as its hoisted atop a strip of tiny Indian stores but finding Phayul is well worth your while as it probably serves some of the best Tibetan food in the area.
Luda’s Dumpling, Sheepshead Bay, NYC
The Kappo Room at Sushi Seki, Times Square, NYC
Chef Seki Shi of Sushi Seki has introduced a marvelous dining concept at his flagship Time Square location. The “Kappo Room” is a stunning space where one is privy to Chef Rikimaru showcasing his skills in an open kitchen.
