Lodi is an Italian daytime cafe in Rockefeller Center from the team who runs Estela and Cafe Altro Paradiso.

Popular is a restaurant in the Public Hotel on the LES that serves great Peruvian food including a tangy, refreshing ceviche.

Cafe Luxembourg on the UWS is a classic French bistro from the same team as The Odeon in Tribeca.

Jeju-Island is a Korean restaurant in Murray Hill, Queens that specializes in sushi and sashimi.

Sarashina Horii is a high-end soba restaurant in Flatiron where you should take someone for an impressive dinner date.

Old John’s Diner is a revamped luncheonette where you can eat a great burger or drink a martini near Lincoln Center.

Sona is an upscale Indian restaurant in Flatiron that’s especially good for a group meal.

Yoon Haeundae Galbi is a Korean BBQ spot in Midtown that's a great option for date nights and business dinners.

Blue Willow is an upscale Chinese restaurant in Midtown that specializes in Szechuan and Hunan food.

Paloma at Hotel Hendricks serves Central and South American food in an attractive space near Bryant Park.

Quality Bistro is a big French spot in Midtown that’s a good place to impress clients or have dinner before a show.

Torishin is a yakitori spot in Hell’s Kitchen that serves a six-course omakase for $65.

Chikarashi Isso serves a diverse menu of Japanese dishes in a compact FiDi space that’s great for last-minute business dinners.

Edward’s is a steakhouse in Jersey City that’s best for martinis and oysters at the bar.

Battello is a big Italian-leaning spot on the waterfront in Jersey City with fantastic views of Manhattan.

Domodomo serves the best sushi in Jersey City.