New York at Christmas Time! (part 3 - restaurants)
by Stacey DeAngelis
Tuesday, December 14th, 2010
New York, NY
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Good Morning & Welcome to New York at Christmas Time, Part II
What better way to follow up on all of the Holiday fun outside then by bringing the fun indoors where it’s warm (especially this year!)
Each of the restaurants listed below offer a unique experience that should not be missed. Whether you’re uptown, downtown or stuck somewhere in the middle you are promised to keep your joyous vibe rolling along when you stop in for a bite or drinks with the ones you love this season!
Ho Ho Ho
Below is a list of recommended restaurants to visit for some enjoyable holiday meals!!
Downtown
Midtown/Uptown
Downtown
Osteria Morini
218 Lafayette St., New York, NY
nr. Kenmare St
http://www.osteriamorini.com
Rustic Italian fare in a cozy & friendly environment from the chef who brought you Mid-town Mecca Marea and Convivo.
Stanton Social
99 Stanton St., New York, NY 10002
nr. Ludlow St.
212-995-0099
http://www.thestantonsocial.com
More of a club that serves food that doesn’t disappoint. Dark wood and bustling patrons makes this space as vibrant as the exotic continental cuisine and cocktails it offers guests.
Salt
58 MacDougal St., New York, NY 10012
nr. King St
212-674-4968
http://www.saltnyc.com
Locals love the changing menu and communal dining tables which make this downtown spot feel more like your favorite relative’s dining room than a restaurant.
Great for fish and wine parings to help warm the soul on a chilling winter night.
Shorty’s 32
199 Prince St
New York, NY 10012
212.375.8275
http://www.shortys32.com
After working for over a decade with for Jean-Georges Vongerichten this veteran chef headed out to create his own establishment which has become a new NYC classic. The changing menu of your favorite basics with an elegant flare keeps patrons near and far coming back again and again.
Babbo
110 Waverly Pl., New York, NY 10011
nr. Sixth Ave.
212-777-0303
http://www.babbonyc.com
It wouldn’t be a New York restaurant list without one of Mario Batali’s spots. Babbo is a personal favorite of mine as you always know you will get one of the best modern Italian meals around without feeling you have strayed too far from your old favorites.
Blue Hill
75 Washington Pl., New York, NY 10011
nr. Sixth Ave.
212-539-1776
http://www.bluehillfarm.com/food/blue-hill-new-york/menu
A truly elegant and beautiful organic restaurant that grows and raises all of its own food from their farm in upstate New York.
Da Silvano
260 Sixth Ave., New York, NY 10014
nr. Bleecker St.
212-982-2343
http://www.dasilvano.com
If you’re looking for some celeb sightings to go with your marinara, this is the place!
Located right off of 6th Ave, it’s a convenience stop to stop off at after touring downtown Manhattan.
Kingswood
121 W. 10th St., New York, NY 10011
nr. Greenwich Ave
212-645-0018
http://www.kingswoodnyc.com
One of the best burgers served at one of the hippest, vibrant bars in NYC. If you can, check out the private bar in the back through the kitchen.
Public
210 Elizabeth St., New York, NY 10012
nr. Prince St
http://public-nyc.com
One of the best and liveliest brunches in NYC!
Midtown/Uptown
The Modern
9 W. 53rd St., New York, NY 10019
nr. Fifth Ave
212-333-1220
After a day at the museum, enjoy a 5 star meal and one of the most beautiful restaurants in NYC.
Gramercy Tavern
42 E. 20th St., New York, NY 10003
nr. Park Ave. South
212-477-0777
http://www.gramercytavern.com
In my opinion (and many restaurant critics), the best restaurant in NYC!
Craft
43 E. 19th St., New York, NY 10003
nr. Park Ave. South
212-780-0880
http://www.craftrestaurant.com
The flagship post of Chef Paul Colicchio’s empire which is still going strong.
Daniel
60 E. 65th St., New York, NY 10021
nr. Madison Ave
212-288-0033
One of the best restaurants in NYC for any special occasion. The opulent décor reflects the pure elegance of the cuisine which is not to be forgotten.
Match 65 (formerly Paris Match)
29 East 65th Street
At Madison Ave
212-737-4400
http://www.match65.com
Pop in at any time (they are open almost 24 hours) for authentic French bistro fare to warm up any epic shopping spree on Madison Ave.
David Burke Townhouse
133 E. 61st St., New York, NY 10021
nr. Lexington Ave
212-813-2121
http://www.davidburketownhouse.com
The revamped townhouse (formerly David Burke & Donatella) manages to keep it’s regulars by never compromising on the quality, but appeals to a new generation with their new décor and modern menu selection.
Kefi
505 Columbus Ave., New York, NY 10024
nr. 84th St
http://www.kefirestaurant.com
New Yorkers FAVORITE rustic Greek cuisine is back and better than ever!
Enjoy and tell them Stacey from TheNewYorkgrapevine.com sent ya!
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Last updated by Stacey DeAngelis - Tuesday, December 14th, 2010 - New York, NY
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