Greece has always been considered as the cradle of western civilization and their cuisine is highly revered. While New York may have Greek themed eateries, Anemos Estiatorio is definitely up there among the best. Redefine the meaning of fine dining as you start off with a Shrimp Saganaki or an Octopus Stifado. Seafood being their forte, don't miss out on delicacies like SwordFish steak served with rice or the good old Grilled Atlantic Salmon. While the food will delight you, their tantalizing wine collection will leave you asking for more with options like Assyrtiko, Retsina, Robola and more. The ambiance is out of the world, with tasteful wooden decor, golden hued ceiling, pristine white tables and large windows providing an excellent view. Feast on the delectable food as musicians serenade you with the enthralling live performance. Lately, the establishment has turned their focus on more making it a private event space with catering options, which goes along perfectly with the top notch ambiance.
Celebrity Chef Mario Batali and restaurateur Joe Bastianich have come together to create the ultimate Italian dining experience in New York City. A giant stairway dominates the main dining room, set off by pale wood paneling and an abundance of fresh flowers. The Italian fare contains reinvented classics and sets new trends in Italian cooking using fresh game, flavorful olive oils, seasonal produce and rich Italian cheeses. These big and bold flavors make for a great fine dining experience.
Perry Street is restaurant connoisseur Jean-Georges Vongerichten's latest culinary offering to New York City. Set in plush minimalist tones with bare bulbs artistically hanging over tables, this is a chic place to enjoy an elegant lunch or dinner. Most of the menu is a blend of European accents and Asian flavors, such as black pepper crab dumplings with sugar snap peas and house made Burrata and grilled Spanish octopus.
Opened in February of 2000, Avra Estiatorio is an entry into a grand Ionian home. From the limestone floors to the stonewashed walls and the massive French doors, one is overwhelmed by its luxurious yet homely decor. Come by to get an exquisite taste of the raw bar featuring littleneck clams, Malpeque oysters and so on. Be sure to taste the house specialties, as you wouldn't want to miss out on something special. A two-course Pre-Theater Menu is also on offer. This restaurant also gives you the liberty to create your own party menus, making it an ideal place for intimate celebrations.
Step into this classic chophouse and admire the odd display of 90,000 clay pipes that were once smoked by customers after dinner. Established in 1885, Keens is still popular for its legendary mutton chops and dry-aged prime steaks. Start with the Maryland Lump Crab Cakes, then try the Prime Porterhouse Steak. Indulge in the Vermont Bayley Hazen Blue with Port for dessert or one of the many single-malt scotches the bar serves. Banquet rooms like The Bull Moose Room and The Lincoln Room are also available for parties and special events.
Set in the former Gospel Tabernacle Church that dates back to 1888, John's of Times Square opened its doors in 1997 to a city that never tires of pizzas. Its atmospheric ambiance accentuated by stained glass windows, a sweeping staircase, balcony seating, octagonal dome and a breathtaking stained glass ceiling brings a new dimension to your pizza-consuming experience. Considered to be one of the biggest pizzeria of the US, it boasts two kitchens and four wood-fired ovens to dish out their famous pies. Their artisan pizzas come in the form of crusty bases and fabulous toppings that will make you want to come back for more. Aside from the seemingly endless selection of pizza-pies, you will surely want to try some of the other menu items, including Baked Ziti, Penne alla Vodka, Eggplant Parmigiana, and of course, Spaghetti & Meatballs.