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Darling of Slow Food junkies, Blue Hill was an early crusader in the local-is-better move-
ment. Gifted chef Dan Barber, who hails from a farm family in the Berkshires, Massachu-
setts, uses harvests from that land, as well as from farms in upstate New York, to create
lauded dishes like cod in almond broth or tender grass-fed lamb with white beans and
fluffy new potatoes.
(
212-539-1776;
www.bluehillfarm.com
; 75 Washington Pl btwn Sixth Ave & Washing-
ton Sq W; mains $32-38;
5-11pm Mon-Sat, to 10pm Sun;
A/C/E, B/D/F/M to W 4th St-Washington Sq)
18
Minetta Tavern
$$
Book in advance, or come early on a weeknight to snag a table at the legendary Minetta, a
snug mix of red- leather banquettes, dark-paneled walls and classic checkered floors. The
menu is a flavor-packed bistro fare, spanning pan-seared marrow bones, big burgers and
mustn't-miss French dip sandwiches.
(
BISTRO
212-475-3850;
www.minettatavernny.com
;
113 MacDougal St;
mains $19-35;
5:30pm-1am Mon & Tue, 11am-3pm & 5:30pm-1am Wed-Sun;
A/C/E, B/D/F/M to W 4th St)
19
Spotted Pig
$$
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Villagers still flock to this Michelin-starred gastro-pub, famed for its hearty, upscale
mains from Italy and the UK. Tuck into them on one of its two floors, sprinkled with nos-
talgic souvenirs. The downside: reservations are not taken, so expect to wait for a table. If
you're the impatient kind, weekday lunch is less crowded.
(
212-620-0393;
www.thespottedpig.com
; 314 W 11th St at Greenwich St; mains $16-35;
11am-2am;
;
A/C/E to 14th
St; L to 8th Ave)
20
Cookshop
$$
A brilliant brunching pit stop before (or after) tackling the verdant High Line across the
street, buzzing Cookshop knows its niche and does it well. Excellent service, eye-opening
cocktails (good morning Bloody Maria!), a perfectly baked breadbasket and a cast of in-
ventive egg mains make this a Chelsea winner on a Sunday afternoon. Dinner is a sure-
fire win too. Ample outdoor seating on warm days seals the deal.
(
MODERN AMERICAN
212-924-4440;
