Located close to the water-facing WNYC Transmitter Park, El Pingüino is known for their Spanish delights. They offer a range of dishes that are prepared with fresh and canned seafood like shrimps, clams, oysters, scallops, octopus, mussels, anchovies and a lot more. They also serve alcoholic drinks like cocktails, ciders, beers and wines. This cozy restaurant is a must-visit for seafood lovers in the area. If you are planning small celebrations like birthdays and anniversaries, then this cozy restaurant is the ideal place to visit.
Vacations Bar and Rooftop is located at the border of Bushwick and Ridgewood with stunning views of NYC. The spacious rooftop has a great selection of cocktails at good prices with tidbits to nibble on and is ideal for big parties. The music vibes hit the spot. The DJ plays head-banger after head-banger. You will love how the music isn’t too loud and you could just sit in the back and have a conversation or let your hair down and go dancing. You just can’t come to this place on a weekend and then turn your back on it. You will want to come here every weekend after that! The staff is attentive and welcoming. The outdoor terrace is expansive with enough space to spread out so that you don’t feel the need to argue over a coveted spot. The food here is delicious. This place has everything going for it. Happy hours are from 5pm to 7pm on weekdays.
When you are away from home, food is the most important factor you miss. In order to get some real Israeli food the next time you're missing it in New York, go to Ella's Cafe Espresso & Wine Bar in the Upper East Side. This Israeli/Mediterranean café offers traditional toastinis, a variety of burekas, including freshly prepared Jachnun (a traditional Yemenite Jewish pastry), Malawah, as well as dishes from American cuisine. Along with a hand-selected choice of wines and beverages, which include Israeli wine and beer, they also provide a delectable array of salads, flatbreads, and desserts. Espresso, tea, and superb chai lattes are the most popular beverages here.
A new addition to the many sustainability focused restaurants in New York is The Wesley, located in West Village. Featuring an exceptionally well-designed space with uber-modern minimalist chic decor, three different dining spaces are available here. Each room has its own theme based on the elements of the environment. The bar is decked-out in washes of greys and greens, the second room is done in shades of amber, and the third room has a rich atmospheric setup. Whatever your choice of seating, you are certain of an upscale dining experience, fantastic food with handpicked ingredients, and a fine selection of drinks. Drop in for a date night and have a memorable meal in a beautiful setting.
Renowned chef Thomas Keller brought the sophisticated appeal of his acclaimed Napa Valley restaurant, The French Laundry, to New York City with Per Se, which now ranks alongside its sister restaurant as one of the best in the world. Per Se is situated in the Time Warner Center, and its prime location offers guests the opportunity to take in beautiful views of Central Park while enjoying seasonal, French-influenced American cuisine. Beyond the main dining room, there is a lounge bar, a wine cellar, and two private dining rooms that are perfect for celebratory occasions. No matter where you are, Per Se is as visually stunning as its cuisine is delicious, featuring earthy tones, a charming fireplace, and wood and stone accents.
From tofu, Saikoro steak and Surume Ika Yaki to the patent sake, you can get it all at Sakagura Restaurant. By now, you would have guessed that the restaurant serves traditional Japanese cuisine and of course, the staple rice-wine sake, without which the authenticity of the eatery would be incomplete. The place is known for being one of the best sake bars in the country, with a selection of over 200 varieties of sake that are imported from Japan. This beautifully decorated cozy joint serves green tea and it also has a fully stocked bar. However a meal here is not just about the star sake, but also the exquisite and delicious food that is perfectly prepared and plated, with dishes like the Salmon Sashimi with Roe on Rice and the Black Cod & Pickled Lotus, on the menu. Tasting events like the sake tasting dinner are frequently organized.