Sugar and Plumm

Frankie and Johnnie's, Steakhouses in New York City.

In the heart of what makes Manhattan tick, Ruby Foo's Times Square is creating a buzz of its own amid the glitz and glitter of Broadway's twinkling lights. Follow the neon light beaming from our fifty-foot "Ruby Foo's" sign. On 49th street, there is no mistaking: the revolving sign beckons passers-by to enter its Shanghai-style banquet setting for Ruby Foo's signature Pan-Asian cuisine.<br> Inside this 300-seat, multi-decked "Palace", bold colors, broad decorative strokes, mah-jongg tiled walls and colorful open lobby bar are the visual essence of the Ruby Foo's design. A huge lacquered "red gate" archway is the entrance to the Ruby Foo's experience, and is accented with the venue's dramatic lighting that includes lanterns replicated from China's "Forbidden City." At the north end, a gold-leafed Buddha keeps a watchful eye over the guests while they peruse Executive Chef Shawn Edelman's vast menu, a collection of delicious dishes from every part of the Asian continent.

Escape the winter chill at this stylish Midtown-East destination, where a recently reimagined space features an inviting lounge and expanded terrace perfect for crisp-air dining. Serving breakfast through dinner daily, Opia blends contemporary design—including striking hand-blown glass installations—with accessible comfort food that keeps the neighborhood coming back. The newly redesigned banquet areas make it equally ideal for intimate dinners or larger celebrations.

Grab a table whenever the mood strikes or call ahead—either way, you'll find yourself welcomed in. Families and larger parties feel right at home here, and the kitchen handles everything from quick takeout orders to full catering spreads. Winter evenings have a particular charm when you're seated outside under the warm glow of the space, with the crisp air adding an inviting edge to the meal. Delivery reaches your door too if you'd rather stay cozy indoors. More details at ninospositano.com.

Lupa Osteria Romana opened its doors on October 1, 1999 under the partnership of Jason Denton, Mario Batali and Joseph Bastianich, and Mark Ladner. The idea behind the four men was to open a casual restaurant specializing in Roman trattoria fare of the highest quality at a moderate price. The restaurant has met its promise, offering a unique dining experience with a true "Lupa" dimension. <br> Under the direction of Mark Ladner, executive chef, the menu at Lupa has received rave reviews from many prominent critics, magazines and newspapers. This is the result of Lupa's uniqueness that other restaurants in New York are not able to match. In 2005, Steve Connaughton took over the helm as executive chef after four years as Mark Ladner's sous chef.

The Café La Nueva has established itself as a popular venue for people of all ages and backgrounds.<br> From the start La Nueva Café Bar Restaurant has become an integral part of Jackson Heights' street plan. The food on offer is eclectic and international in style. The Restaurant is open seven days per week, day and night. <br> The Bar serves a fine selection of unusual draught and bottled beers and has a short but very selective wine list on offer. A wide variety of liqueurs, spirits and soft drinks are also available. <br> The Café La Nueva has several spaces available for hire and the Café-Bar-Restaurant can provide all necessary food and drink services to satisfy most requirements. <br> The cafe-bar Café La Nueva offers you a peaceful oasis where from early morning you can have breakfast, an assortment of delicious ice-creams, excellent coffee, rich and natural fruit juices. In the evening we serve intoxicating cocktails and a wide selection of draught and bottled beer. http://www.cafelanueva.com/

The Lake Club is committed to excellence in intimate dining and elegant catering. Here the dynamic staff stands ready to provide extraordinary service and sumptuous cuisine amidst these stunningly landscaped grounds. <br> Let The Lake Club create for you... an affair to remember.

This contemporary spot crafts Italian-influenced plates that shift with what's fresh each season. The Tuscan approach shines through in how they build their menus around ingredient availability, so winter visits tend to feature heartier preparations and rich, warming flavors that feel especially comforting on cold evenings. The dining space carries that modern American sensibility without pretension—the kind of place where thoughtful cooking meets a relaxed atmosphere.

Lilly O'Brien's Bar and Restaurant is a Irish-themed bar and restaurant located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. The bar and restaurant is known for its traditional Irish decor, live music, and friendly staff.<br/> The menu at Lilly O'Brien's features a variety of traditional Irish dishes such as Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie, and Bangers and Mash. They also offer a wide selection of beers and whiskies from Ireland, as well as a variety of cocktails.<br/> Lilly O'Brien's is a popular spot for live music and events, featuring Irish music and traditional folk music. They also host trivia nights, karaoke and other events.<br/> The bar is open seven days a week and is a great spot to grab a drink or a bite to eat with friends. It's also a great spot to catch a game or watch a match, they have multiple TVs and they have a great selection of beers on tap. They also have outdoor seating during the warm months, which is a great spot to enjoy the nice weather and take in the sights and sounds of Manhattan.<br/> Lilly O'Brien's is conveniently located in the Murray Hill neighborhood and is easily accessible by public transportation. It's a great spot for locals and tourists alike looking for a taste of Ireland in the heart of New York City.

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.

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.

Born in St Angelo dei Lombardi in the Italian province of Avellino, Chef Sena came to attending New Utrecht High School in Brooklyn, Stefano studied culinary arts as an apprentice at the Alps Restaurant here on Staten Island under owner/chef Gerard Campitiello. Upon graduation from high school Stefano embarked on a 12-month regional Italian cuisine apprenticeship in Genoa, Italy after which he continued his education at the highly esteemed Culinary Institute of America (CIA).

The single inspiration that lead to the establishment of Hatsuhana was nothing more than the desire to introduce unsurpassed sushi and sashimi to New Yorkers. We've always felt that every restaurant should have something special that they want to share. Since the first day we opened our doors in 1976, we have been a sushi specialty restaurant. This has helped us maintain our focus on sushi and excel at the one thing that mattered most.

"Haveli Restaurant is a special treat for people who love good living and woderful food! We have a full fledged bar, and a unique ambience showing Indian culture. Our restaurant is beautifully decorated with antique paintings that display tarditional Indian culture and craft.<br>Haveli Restaurant serves fine cuisine spiced with the flavors of India's Northern and Southern regions. One may savor the essence of India with various taste and decorative elements inherent in Indian art and culture. Haveli combines architechtural innovation with ambience of India to create a unique dining atmosphere. "

Located in the theater district of New York City off of Ninth Ave at 53rd St., Executive chef, Steven Gutterman, serves a contemporary American menu with weekly specials. We offer lunch, brunch, dinner, outdoor dining, delivery, prix fixe menus, vegetarian-food, group dining, and 7 day per week dining. Dress casual and wheelchair accessible.

Sink into a booth at this Greenwich Village steakhouse where fat-marbled cuts arrive sizzling and the whole room glows with that warm, old-money speakeasy vibe from the Jazz Age. Winter transforms the dining room into a cozy refuge—the kind of place where you can shake off the cold and settle in for serious beef without the fancy-restaurant pretension or the fancy-restaurant prices. The crew moves through the room with genuine ease, making sure nobody's glass sits empty or their plate anything less than generous. You'll find it tucked on the corner of Park Avenue South and 19th Street, right in the heart of the Flatiron neighborhood where the architecture matches the timeless feel inside.

Founded in 1944 by Pasquale "Patsy" Scognamillo, Patsy's Italian Restaurant has been in its current and only theater district location (in the building just next to the original site) since 1954. In over 55 years of existence, Patsy's Italian Restaurant has had only three chefs--the late Patsy himself, his son Joe Scognamillo, who has been at the establishment since the tender age of seven, and Joe's son Sal Scognamillo, who has been manning the kitchen for the past 15 years.

Alfredo of Rome, located at Rockefeller Center, just around the corner from NBC Studios, is a perfect location for your Tour & Travel and F.I.T. Programs.

Fine Indian Cousine, Established 1974

Blending the creature comforts of a lounge with the friendly atmosphere of a neighborhood pub, Common Ground stands out as a unique destination in the bustling East Village.<br> The large bay windows in front open to reveal cozy suede banquettes, antique mirrors and exposed brick. Wooden shelves stocked with leatherbound books are lit by crystal chandeliers, giving the feel of a classic library tucked within a 19th Century mansion.

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.

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!

This sprawling 5,000 square foot gathering spot in Park Slope brings together dining, drinks, and live performances under one roof, with enough nooks and activities to keep you occupied for hours. Settle by one of the fireplaces on a cold winter evening, browse the shelves of the library lounge, or head downstairs to catch touring musicians while nursing a drink. If you're in the mood for bocce, there are two indoor courts ready to go, and when warmer months arrive, the outdoor garden becomes an extension of the scene. The whole vibe walks that particular line between polished and approachable that somehow feels uniquely Brooklyn.

More than a supermarket with restaurants. It is an energetic marketplace, an opportunity to taste and take home the products of artisans who till, knead and press to bring you the highest quality products at fair price. Eataly has assembled the absolute best Italian producers from every region under one roof and the absolute best chefs to cook their wares; Eataly is the heartbeat of Italy.

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.

Perched atop Columbia University's Butler Hall, this iconic Upper West Side destination offers sweeping Manhattan skyline views paired with refined cuisine crafted by Executive Chef Jason Potanovich. A beloved neighborhood gem for three decades, it's the perfect spot for an elegant dinner or special celebration with unforgettable vistas as your backdrop.

German born Executive Chef Uwe along with owner Fred Urban bring authentic German food to Brooklyn. Tastes from the old country are re-created and enjoyed at the Schnitzel Haus of Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. Come for lunch or dinner 7 days a week or have the staff cater an event for you in the private 2nd floor lounge complete with a full bar and veranda.

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.