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One of the country's most renowned coffee roasters brings its brews to a hip hotel; you'll
have your latte methodically made by knowledgeable baristas. Cash only.
RESTAURANTS
15 EAST
15 E 15th St between Fifth Ave and Broadway. Subway L, N, Q, R, #4, #5, #6 to 14th St-Union Square.
212 647 0015. Mon-Fri noon-2pm, Sat 5.30-10.30pm.
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The attention given to both cooked dishes (slow-poached octopus, sea urchin risotto) and
fresh sushi/sashimi (chef's selection $65) elevates this stylish Japanese restaurant.
ALDEA
31 W 17th St between Fifth and Sixth aves. Subway F, M to 14th St. 212 675 7223. Mon-Thurs
11.30am-2pm & 5.30-10pm, Fri 11.30am-2pm & 5.30-11pm, Sat 5.30-11pm.
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In a cool, relaxed dining room, Portuguese-accented dishes come exquisitely prepared
and full of flavour. Prices are reasonable (entrees $22-35), and a $25 three-course prix-
fixe at lunch seals the deal.
ARIRANG
32 W 32nd St, between Fifth and Sixth aves. Subway B, D, F, M, N, Q, R to 34th St-Herald Square.
212 967 5088. Daily 11am-11pm.
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Somewhat hard to find (and up three flights), but worth seeking out for the chicken
soups - with handmade dough flakes ($9.99) or ginseng ($18.99) or, if you're with
friends, chicken cooked in a casserole ($54.99).
GRAMERCY TAVERN
42 E 20th St between Broadway and Park Ave S. Subway N, R, #6 to 23rd St. 212 477 0777. Main din-
ing room: Mon-Thurs noon-2pm & 5.30-10pm, Fri noon-2pm & 5.30-11pm, Sat 5.30-11pm, Sun
5.30-10pm; Front tavern: noon-11pm, later on weekends.
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One of NYC's best restaurants; its neo-colonial decor, exquisite New American cuisine
and perfect service make for a memorable meal. The seasonal tasting menus are well
worth the steep prices ($120; three-course prix fixe $92), but you can also drop in for a
drink or cheaper and more casual meal in the lively front room.
HILL COUNTRY
30 W 26th St, between Broadway and Sixth Ave. Subway N, R to 28th St, F to 23rd St. 212 255
4544. Daily noon-2am, though kitchen closes 10pm Sun-Wed, 11pm Thurs and midnight Fri &
Sat.
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This Texas-style pioneer serves some of the best barbecue in the city, especially the
moist, fatty brisket and beer-can game hen. Grab a table, then order your meats (priced
by the pound) and sides from the counters.
