Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamon, are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar restaurant inspired by the cooking of Spain’s Costa Brava.***Keeping our guests and staff safe is our number one priority.We are strictly following CDC, OSHA and NYC Health Department guidelines.***
A contemporary take on the classic oyster bar, located in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, near BAM, Barclay's, the Paramount, and Atlantic Terminal. Strange Delight finds its influence in New Orleans and is also inspired by the rich history of oysters in New York. Our menu consists of regional seafood prepared in a variety of styles: Charbroiled Oysters and Shrimp Remoulade share the stage with classic seafood towers and Oysters Rockefeller. A rotating selection of larger plates features items such as Black Cod Almondine and Blackened Swordfish Belly.To drink, Strange Delight updates old classics, serving both a Hurricane and Ramos Gin Fizz service for 2, alongside Martinis and Sazeracs. Our wine and beer lists feature our favorite American producers. Please note: We offer 3 distinct types of reservations:Regular: a table in our back dining roomBar: seats at our back dining room barHigh-top: a higher table with bar stools in our front room with an open kitchen and oyster counter.
Located in the heart of Gramercy in New York City at 20th Street and Park Avenue South, Barbounia's atmosphere and design, which complement and attract a fashion, music and entertainment clientele, takes you off the busy streets of Manhattan and transcends you to the middle of the Mediterranean. With a spectacular open kitchen, tall arched ceilings divided by Moorish columns, large wooden communal tables, and pillowed banquettes; you feel the magnificent energy emanating from the kitchen, staff and patrons.
Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.
TO RESPECT THE PRIVACY & COMFORT OF ALL DINING PATRONS, WE PRACTICE A RESTRICTED ENTRANCE POLICY ALLOWING CHILDREN ONLY ABOVE 10 YEARS OF AGE. WE DO NOT HAVE HIGH CHAIRS AND BOOSTER SEATS.ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE FOR PARTY SIZE 7 GUESTS AND ABOVE, AND MARKED FOR THE MANAGER ON DUTY. IN CASE THE RESERVATION IS CANCELLED LESS THAN 48 HOURS FROM THE RESERVED TIME, THE CREDIT CARD ON FILE WILL BE CHARGED $35 PER PERSON IN ADDITION TO THE PRIVATE ROOM CHARGES.---
A Mediterranean Influenced Dining Experience in the East Village. Plado is a carefully crafted international tapas restaurant. At Plado, small tasting plates and tapas style dishes emerge from the open kitchen with inspired Mediterranean cuisine and seasonal products. Chef German Rizzo’s style menu sets the experience to enjoy a shared meal with friends and family.
Frevo is a creative take on contemporary cuisine curated by Brazilian chef Franco Sampogna and Portuguese restaurateur Bernardo Silva.The exclusive 16-seat counter, concealed by an art gallery, offers an intimate dining experience where the open kitchen overlooks the chefs' work. The menu follows the seasons and evolves continuously, as does the art gallery, which showcases a new exhibition every three months. Two tables accommodating up to four guests are also available for an even more intimate experience.Frevo is recognized with one MICHELIN Star and awarded four out of four stars on the FORBES All-Star Eateries list. Chef Franco Sampogna is also part of the Best Chefs in the World 2024 selection and a finalist for Best Chef in New York State 2023 by the James Beard Foundation.The wine program is directed by sommelier Quentin Vauleon, who was recognized as Best Young Sommelier in France in 2017 and recently ranked third in the Best Sommelier in France in 2024.
R40 is an innovative Argentinian restaurant located in the heart of Long Island City. We feature an open kitchen equipped with a wood burning parilla, a seasonal backyard oasis and locally sourced food prepared with thoughtfulness.At R40 we embrace our love for hospitality through community, culture, and creativity.
Il Colosseo is an Italian restaurant that is a local favorite. The dining room here is small and intimate, which adds to the homey atmosphere the eatery provides. At the back of the dining room, Il Colosseo has an open kitchen where guests can watch as the talented kitchen staff prepares the food. The kitchen is dominated by a giant brick oven where the staff cooks up all of its incredible pizzas.Il Colosseo begins its menu with antipasti like fried calamari for two, baked clams, sautéed octopus, sautéed broccoli rabe and a pasta e fagioli soup with white kidney beans and fusilli noodles in a light tomato broth. Some of the various entrées diners can sample are a chicken Francese, spicy shrimp fra diavolo, veal piccata, pasta bolognese and the Frank Sinatra pasta made with black olives, clams, mussels and shrimp in a garlic and white wine sauce.
## Blanca: A Culinary Oasis in the Heart of Brooklyn
Nestled behind the iconic Roberta's in Bushwick, Blanca is a hidden gem offering an unforgettable fine dining experience. This intimate 12-seat counter restaurant boasts an open kitchen, allowing guests to witness the culinary artistry firsthand.
Chef Victoria Blamey's tasting menu is a symphony of flavors, showcasing seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques. Expect to be surprised and delighted by dishes like oyster with kalamansi cream, Dungeness crab empanadas, and surf clams with nixtamalized sweet potato. The menu changes regularly, ensuring a unique and exciting experience with each visit.
The atmosphere at Blanca is relaxed and convivial, with plenty of interaction between the kitchen and diners. The playlist is energetic, and the mood is lighthearted, creating a perfect setting for enjoying the exquisite cuisine.
Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply looking for a special occasion dinner, Blanca is a must-visit. With its exceptional food, intimate setting, and friendly atmosphere, it's an experience that will stay with you long after your last bite.
