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2. Per Se
10 Columbus Cir, Time Warner Center, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10019 · 212-823-9335
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MIDTOWN WEST. Roundly lauded for its fabulous Central Park views, this Columbus Circle treasure serves French-influenced American cuisine that matches, stride-for-stride, the magic of Napa's French Laundry. In fact, Per Se takes nods from its West Coast sibling in several regards, from the signature blue door entrance to the elegant but understated decor. What's more, each embraces Owner-Chef Thomas Keller's proven hands-on approach, and at Per Se this means that all the three prix fixe menus are determined daily. Reservations, a must, are accepted two months in advance. TRAIN: A, B, C, D, 1, 9 to Columbus Cir
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3. Gramercy Tavern
42 E 20th St, Between Park Ave S and Broadway, New York, NY 10003 · 212-477-0777
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FLATIRON DISTRICT. This stop for the New York chic offers a changing menu daily to diners in two separate restaurants. The front restaurant offers more casual American cuisine in a boisterous bar area; the back a more subdued take on Continental/American cuisine. The rotating menu features such delicacies as sea urchin fondue, sauteed sweetbreads and breast of chicken with truffles. For big spenders who want an unforgettable dining experience, order the chef's $90 market menu. TRAIN: N, R, 6 to 23rd St
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4. Garden Cafe
620 Vanderbilt Ave, Prospect Heights, NY 11238 · 718-857-8863
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BROOKLYN. Sometimes – in the pursuit of good food – it's worth venturing out a bit. That's certainly the case with Prospect Heights' Garden Cafe. Not at all caught up in the hubbub of the Manhattan dining scene, this cozy corner spot marches to its own beat (skillfully led by owner-chef John Policastro) and goes about the business of serving New American dishes that earn resounding approval from regulars and newbies alike. Best of all, the prices are more than reasonable, easily making this one of the borough's best deals.
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5. Aureole
34 E 61st St, Between Park and Madison Aves, New York, NY 10021 · 212-319-1660
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Touted for its exquisite, progressive American cuisine, this classy New York restaurant demands the best from both its chef and its patrons. The chef carefully prepares creations like Atlantic salmon with orange-miso vinaigrette and ginger-marinated magret of moulard duck with sugar snap peas. Warm tones, linen tabelclothes, and an intimate setting make for a perfect experience. Lunch tasting menu $38; Dinner tasting menu $95-160. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 59th St
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UNION SQUARE. Spacious and inviting, this café serves American-Italian bistro fare in a unique manner. Servers are friendly, caring and extremely attentive. Maybe the service is what sets this place apart and has made it a favorite among New Yorkers for more than 14 years. Try the lobster salad or munch on the tangy garlic potato chips. The international wine list boasts over 200 excellent selections. TRAIN: N, R, 4, 5, 6 to 14th St-Union Sq
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7. Annisa
13 Barrow St, New York, NY 10014 · 212-741-6699
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WEST VILLAGE. A crescendo of "wows!" escapes those lucky enough to land a table at this innovative West Villager. In the spirit of dramatic nomenclature (Annisa means "women" in Arabic), the kitchen runs under the skilled tutelage of owner-chef Chef Anita Lo, whose creative energy is responsible for outstanding seasonal dishes such as Long Island duck with wheat berries, grilled shiitake and vincotto. The wine list, too, is an homage to the feminine – several of the selections were produced by female vintners. TRAIN: 1, 2 to Christopher St; A, C, E, B, D, F, Q to West 4th St
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8. Telepan
72 W 69th St, New York, NY 10023 · 212-580-4300
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UPPER WEST SIDE. New American chef par excellence, Bill Telepan opened this fashionable dining room on West 69th in the winter of 2005, and in the time since it has enjoyed no shortage of critical acclaim. The reason for this is simplicity – that is, Telepan has a knack for molding basic, familiar ingredients in ways that amaze the palate. The menu changes seasonally, with representative dishes including dry-aged sirloin with short-rib hash, monkfish with lobster-corn sauce, and seared duck breast with apricots, black and gold rice, and baby turnips. Several prix fixe and tasting options are available for those wanting a truer brush with fine gastronomy.
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BROOKLYN. Located in the Carroll Gardens section of Brooklyn, this intimate little dining room has created quite the stir, managing to combine all the best qualities of a neighborhood-style mom and pop with outstanding New American fare tinged with a few French influences. Because the specials rotate seasonally, it's possible to stop in one month and enjoy homemade sausage or roasted duck and, on your next visit, fresh oysters or freshwater trout. TRAIN: F, G to Carroll St
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10. Veritas
43 E 20th St, New York, NY 10003 · 212-353-3700
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FLATIRON DISTRICT. Elegant and refined dining at its New York best. The owners have created a spectacular dining experience in the heart of the Flatiron District. A comprehensive wine list accompanies sumptuous chicken, salmon and seafood offerings. Truly a wine lover's dream. Three-course prix fixe $68. TRAIN: N, R, 6 to 23rd St; 4, 5, 6 to 14th St
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