Turquoise is a kosher seafood spot in Fresh Meadows where you should go eat a lot of fish and Mediterranean appetizers.

Rothschild TLV is an upscale Israeli spot on the UES with a lot of high-quality steak options.

Leland Eating & Drinking House serves excellent small plates, fresh focaccia, and hot cocktails from its corner shop in Prospect Heights.

Mar Mar is a Syrian spot in Staten Island that has great muhammara and belly dancing shows on weekends.

Ten Hope is a Mediterranean spot in Williamsburg with a massive, dog-friendly backyard that’s great for drinks and snacks.

Pomp & Circumstance is a small Mediterranean spot in Williamsburg that’s a good place to get drinks and a light bite with a date.

Seven Seeds is an all-day Mediterranean spot inside The Williamsburg Hotel.

Kindred serves natural wines and Mediterranean food in a small East Village space that’s great for casual dates.

Satis Bistro is a Mediterranean spot in Jersey City with an attractive space that you should keep in mind for a casual date.

Il Fiorista is an attractive all-day Mediterranean spot in Nomad that you should use for drinks and a light bite at the bar.

Cathedrale is an enormous, overpriced French restaurant from the people behind Tao - and, despite the sprawling space, it isn’t that fun.

Tannat is a great natural wine bar in Inwood with Happy Hour everyday.

Dar 525 is a great spot for bottomless brunch in Williamsburg without burnt french toast or obnoxious 20 somethings.

Leyla is a Turkish restaurant on the UWS that works well for a date or a nice-but-not-formal dinner near Central Park.

HaSalon is a party restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen where you can dance on tables after eating enjoyable but very expensive Israeli food.

The Turk’s Inn is a fun spot in Bushwick modeled on an old Wisconsin supper club. You mostly go for the atmosphere, but the food is pretty decent.