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Gotham Bar and Grill
A perennial favorite. Alfred Portale was one of
the first with “vertical food,” delicious layers so
artfully stacked you can hardly bear to disturb
them.ThenewAmerican fareiselegant, andthe
lofty, columned space is sophisticated and casu-
al. The three-course lunch is a great buy.
• 12 East 12th St, between 5th Ave &
University Pl
•
212 620 4020
• $50-$80
Gotham Bar
Nobu
Reservations are hard to come by for Nobu Matsuhisa's Japanese/Peruvian fusion
that produces inspired dishes. Say “Omakase” (“I leave it to you”) and let the chef
choose among the surprising and always sublime offerings. David Rockwell's whim-
sical setting adds to the experience. Casual Nobu Next Door needs no reservations
and has more reasonable prices.
Jean Georges
Already a culinary star from his earlier Jo Jo and Vong restaurants, Jean-Georges
Vongerichten in his namesake restaurant turns out food that is among the very best
in New York, transformed by the French master's delicate sauces and creative com-
binations.DesignerAdamTihanyhascreatedapolished,almostaustere,settingthat
does not upstage the four-star chef (For further details see
Jean Georges
).
