Classic Establishment
Classic Establishment
Page 3Smith & Wollensky
Smith & Wollensky in Midtown East isn’t trying to be anything other than a classic and reliable steakhouse, and that’s exactly what it is.
El Quijote
El Quijote originally opened in 1930 in the bottom of Hotel Chelsea, and the Spanish food here is all better than what’s typically found at NYC’s legendary landmarks.
KGB Bar
KGB Bar is a divey Soviet-themed bar in the East Village that hosts readings for the local literary scene.
Charles Pan-Fried Chicken
This Upper West Side outpost of the popular spot that started in Harlem will satisfy your soul food craving whenever it hits.
River Cafe
The River Cafe is a nice spot for '90s-era fancy food with a breathtaking view of the Manhattan skyline.
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Le Bernardin
Forgive us for this controversial take, but Le Bernardin is as fantastic as it's billed to be.
Punjabi Grocery & Deli
Punjabi Grocery & Deli is an NYC institution, like The Met or the Statue of Liberty, serving vegetarian curries and chaat on Houston Street.
Blue Ribbon Brasserie
The original Blue Ribbon in Soho is a place where you can arrive late at night and eat raw bar selections and memorable dishes that have become NYC classics.
SriPraPhai
SriPraPhai is a Woodside favorite that’s been serving some of NYC’s best Thai food for over two decades.
King Souvlaki Of Astoria
Don’t think of this as just another Greek gyro truck, King Souvlaki in Astoria is a serious institution.
Le Sajj
If you want to eat kibbeh, or need to plan a special occasion meal, go to Lebanese spot Le Sajj in Bay Ridge
Ivan Ramen
Ivan Ramen is an extremely popular ramen spot that started in Japan, and has become a classic Lower East Side restaurant.
Viand
The New York experience is really about making this gigantic metropolis feel smaller. Viand is one of those places.
Gage and Tollner
Gage & Tollner is a revamp of a classic New York restaurant, and it's a good spot for drinks and snacks.
Walker’s
Walker’s is a Tribeca landmark – a prime example of a Classic NYC Establishment, and a low key spot that attracts an older crowd who enjoy a good burger and some Sports on TV.
Jing Fong
The rebooted Jing Fong in Chinatown is a much smaller dim sum restaurant than before, but it's still great for a group meal.
La Bonbonniere
Sometimes you don’t want brunch. Sometimes you want breakfast at noon. There’s a difference. La Bonbonniere is a Village safe haven from all things hollandaise, and one of the best true breakfast joints in town.
Elias Corner
"NO MENUS. JUST FISH" is pretty much everything you need to know about this Astoria restaurant.
Employees Only
These days, Employees Only is not the hotspot it once was. But while the crowd might have lost a step, the cocktails have not, and it’s still packed with people every time we stop by.