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Back in the early 90s, Artie Cutler had already made waves with his Italian restaurants when he decided to chase a different culinary dream. A passion for authentic barbecue pulled him toward Times Square, where he claimed a corner spot at 152 West 44th Street as his new frontier. To get the concept right, Artie and his crew hit the roads through Tennessee, Kentucky, the Carolinas, Missouri, and Texas—the real heartland of smoke and slow-cooked meat. They weren't interested in shortcuts; every recipe, every technique, every ingredient had to measure up to their standards while keeping prices honest. That same philosophy that built his Italian restaurants from the ground up became the backbone here. Winter crowds hustle past on the streets outside, but stepping through the door means trading the cold for warmth and serious, no-nonsense barbecue done the way it should be.

Since 1997, this Midtown hotspot has been drawing crowds looking for a place where good food, cold drinks, and live entertainment all come together under one roof. The ground floor keeps things casual with burgers and wings paired alongside craft beers and wines, while 25 high-definition screens catch every big game moment. Winter evenings bring a particularly buzzy energy as people pile in from the cold streets outside—the upstairs level transforms into a full party zone with a towering 30-foot ceiling, cutting-edge sound setup, and live DJs spinning Wednesday through Saturday nights. It's the kind of place where you can settle in for a quiet dinner one night and dance until closing the next.

Eerie World Entertainment runs this immersive dining experience tucked into Midtown Manhattan, where the macabre aesthetic of Stevenson's classic Victorian tale comes alive around every corner. Roaming performers dressed in character interact with guests throughout the night, while hidden speakers crackle with unsettling sound design and animatronic figures emerge from shadowy corners to deliver jokes and birthday wishes. The layered horror-themed décor creates an especially captivating escape during winter months, when the gloomy atmosphere outside mirrors the gothic mood waiting indoors. Two Manhattan locations exist—the original spot on Avenue of the Americas and a cozier offshoot pub situated in Greenwich Village—both trading in the same blend of theatrical spookiness and dining adventure.

Located on Third Avenue between 45th and 46th Street in the heart of Midtown Manhattan in New York City and only steps away from Grand Central Station, O’Neill’s is one of Manhattan’s most famous traditional Irish pubs and restaurants. O’Neill’s is an ideal setting for after work parties, dinner, or just to grab a drink and meet up with friends. <br> The main bar at O’Neill’s opens onto Third Avenue. After work, crowds meet and mingle with friends while they enjoy happy hour drinks from Monday to Friday along with a great Recession Buster bar menu. O’Neill’s is also the ideal hangout location for watching your favorite teams on a number of giant screens and LCD TVs. http://www.oneillsnewyork.com/

Settepani - fine food, italian breads and pastries

Nestled in Upper Manhattan’s historic Fort Tryon Park, the New Leaf Restaurant & Bar offers a stylish and unforgettable dining experience. <br> Housed in a restored 1930s cobblestone New York City Parks Department building and enveloped by lush, forested surroundings, dining at the New Leaf is like visiting a charming, upstate country inn without ever leaving the city. A true storybook-like setting, the New Leaf was voted “Upper Manhattan’s Most Romantic Restaurant.” <br> Executive Chef Scott Campbell brings more than 20 years distinguished culinary experience to the New Leaf. Drawing inspiration from local green markets, upstate New York farms and New York City’s community gardens, Chef Campbell creates a constantly changing, imaginative and modern American menu featuring seasonal dishes made from only the freshest, all-natural produce. <br> The New Leaf is an enterprise of the non-profit New York Restoration Project (NYRP), with proceeds supporting the restoration and maintenance of New York City parks, community gardens and open spaces.

“The view is magic… The long northern wall of the restaurant is floor-to-ceiling glass facing the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge… a broad span of glittering lights… a sensational view. <br> Much of the food… explores Southern cuisine — defined broadly — and what might be called elevated soul food… I tried a fillet of striped bass encrusted with corn meal and okra. The contrast between the gritty, crunchy exterior and the moist interior made for a very fine dish. <br> Service… was definitely earnest and often charismatic. Both of the waitresses who interacted with our table had senses of humor and senses of just how much conversation we wanted and didn't and when.”<br> Diner's Journal - The New York Times

Walking through the door feels like stepping into warmth itself—especially welcome on those crisp winter evenings. The kitchen turns out traditional Ethiopian fare that brings the flavors and communal spirit of the Horn of Africa right to your table. Injera bread serves as the foundation for every meal, cradling aromatic stews and tender proteins. The whole experience invites you to eat with your hands and share dishes family-style, making it perfect for groups looking to linger over a meal when the weather outside keeps people huddled indoors.

Downtown, on the waterfront, is an elegant restaurant that transports you in a world of its own.

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When Gregorio brought his family's culinary traditions from that sun-drenched corner of Southern Italy to the kitchen here, word spread quickly. Diners make the journey to taste his signature preparations—whole sheepshead with its delicate flesh, slow-cooked tripe prepared the way his family taught him, and a pasta e fagioli that feels like coming home. But what really keeps people returning, especially on those crisp winter evenings when the warmth of the dining room becomes a refuge, is how genuinely he welcomes everyone through the door. There's an ease to the hospitality, the unmistakable feeling of being treated like family rather than just another reservation.

Peep is a boutique restaurant where you can enjoy top-notch Thai cuisine for dinner or stop by for some late night cocktails off of our specialty drink menu. The modern design features pink neon accents, a high mirrored ceiling, and plush white seats along the bar. Peep in SoHo is the perfect place to enjoy a lunch box, a plate of Pad Thai or entree of Crispy Golden Pork. The presentation is just as fabulous as the food itself! Head on over for delicious thai dishes, refreshing drinks and some of the friendliest service in SoHo. Don't forget to check out our award winning bathrooms that you can "Peep" out of and into the restuarant! Call and make your reservation today!

Chef Carrie Levin grew up between two worlds—born in New York City but raised in Brussels, where she spent her formative years immersed in her family's tight-knit restaurant scene. She picked up French and bits of Flemish along the way, absorbing the rhythms of hospitality alongside her younger brother while their parents ran a pair of intimate eateries. That European upbringing shapes everything she does now, bringing those warm, convivial Belgian dining traditions back to her native Manhattan. Winter months here have a particular coziness—the kind that makes you crave the hearty, welcoming food she serves.

Watching the winter crowds filter in from Lincoln Center performances, you'll find yourself in a dining room that's welcomed guests through three decades of New York's cultural seasons. The real draw pulls you toward the bar—a generous stretch lined with more than fifty varieties of antipasti that span both hot and cold preparations, from vegetables to seafood. The space wraps around you with rich wood paneling, mirrored walls, and polished brass that gleam softly on cold evenings. The kitchen leans into Italian tradition with Roman specialties alongside contemporary takes on familiar dishes, while the broader menu spans generous cuts of steak, tender veal preparations, handmade pasta, and a deep selection of fresh seafood. It's the kind of place where you might linger between courses while the winter night settles outside.

Rosa Mexicano set a new standard for Mexican cuisine in New York when it first opened its doors in 1984. Playing a leading role in defining what was then a "new" cuisine to American diners, Rosa Mexicano delivers authentic Mexican cooking in an accessible, stylishly festive atmosphere.

Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar. Originally established in 1992, Gabriela’s was the brainchild of famed restaurateur Gabriela Hernandez. After tasting Gabriela’s cooking Gavriela knew that he wanted to have a restaurant that featured these kinds of authentic flavors and dishes in a time when tex-mex was king. Gabriela brought up her family from Mexico who developed the menu and recipes still in use today. It was an instant upper west side sensation.

Elegant yet informal, the Lenox Room is the inspiration of three dynamic figures who have been intimately involved with the New York and international restaurant businesses for years -- Tony Fortuna, the former manager/maitre d' of Monkey Bar, Mad. 61 and Lespinasse and Edward Bianchini, owner of Hôtel Les Muscadins, in Mougins, France. <br>

Nino’s Restaurant is the first of the five and the one in which you are likely to meet Nino himself if you visit any night of the week. Fine Italian dining is what we do best, couple with that romantic live music and excellent service and you have a perfect recipe for a memorable outing. <br/> At any of his five restaurants in Manhattan on any day, you can find a notable dining there. Recent guests have included: Hilary Duff, Carol Burnett, Tony Bennett, Clint Eastwood, Angela Lansbury, Regis Philbin, Chelsea Clinton, and members of “The Sopranos”….James Gandolfini, Tony Sirico, Vince Pastore and Dominic Chianese.

Located at the South Street Seaport. Evoking the spirit of the Southwest. Hopping bar and fantastic Mexican meals.

With a proven reputation for delicious food and warm hospitality, Southwest NY offers contemporary Southwestern cuisine in a picturesque setting overlooking the North Cove Marina. The menu offers vibrant colors and bold flavors that resonate on the palate, influenced by the savory seasonings of Mexico and Latin America. Menu favorites include homemade slow-smoked pulled pork and spicy chorizo, Angus beef steak burgers, cedar-planked salmon and abundant entrée salads. Even the most discriminating palates will be pleased with the selection of over 30 tequilas, signature Margaritas, 16oz Mojitos and extensive beer and wine lists.

Delicately Quick Fried Soft Shell Crabs with a Scallion Beurre Blanc, Spicy Sofrito Potatoes and Sautéed Broccolini. Soft Shell Crab season can run from early March to as late as November. First of the season crabs come from Florida as the season makes it’s way up the East coast as ocean waters warm. We serve only fresh caught, never frozen, jumbo crabs hand picked daily by our Chef.

A casual-upscale Mexican restaurant featuring a traditional Mexican menu. The theme is based on the Mexican Revolution. The decor features vintage black-and-white photos of banditos and scenes of Mexico printed on canvas and displayed throughout the restaurant. Barn wood, iron, weathered furniture (imported directly from Mexico), wrought-iron chandeliers, Edison bulbs, candlelight and other traditional decorative elements all combine to provide a warm and rustic dining atmosphere.<br/> Flat-screen televisions in the bar area feature sports and vintage Mexican movies, while stainless-steel and glass Guacamole stations add a modern contrast to the overall look. Music is a lively Mexican and Spanish selection during the day at both the bar area and the dining area. During happy hour, the bar area switches over to top 100, classic and contemporary rock, while guests can enjoy a more traditional Mexican dining experience upstairs where Mexican/Spanish music continues to play.

Heartland Brewer and Beer Hall is the fourth beer hall to opened under the Heartland Brewery. The Beer Hall is located at the South Street Seaport at the corner of Fulton Street and faces Pier 17 and the East River. The bar offers great food, a wide range of seasonal beers on tap and even has a function room for private parties.