Editor's Picks: Financial District Restaurants

15 Beekman St Ste 17, New York, NY 10038 (map)

Since the mid 20th century, this pub has focused on serving the perfect pint of Guinness and an assortment of Irish dishes to big time financiers with some big time appetites.

261 Water St, New York, NY 10038 (map)

The "ruffian" aesthetic reflects the menu--which includes many different hunks of beef and predictable steakhouse side dishes. Order a piece of cow sans fringes from the avuncular waitstaff and count on leaving full.

62 Stone St, New York, NY 10004 (map)

Financial gurus crave sweets just like any other New Yorker. And so this spot near the New York Stock Exchanges thrives, serving fancy tarts and savory stuff like croque monsieurs to those with a sweet-and-creamy tooth.

15 John St, New York, NY 10038 (map)

Anthony Bourdain's downtown version of his Park Avenue South restaurant pays the same loving homage to French classics like escargot and steak tartare. Stick with those, and augment with one of the restaurant's wines by the glass.

1 Wall St, New York, NY 10005 (map)

Lower Manhattan has sushi and tempura needs, too. Hence the outpost of this Japanese restaurant group way downtown, where financial experts go for a wide variety of rolls in generous portions. The specialty cocktails complement the meal, and add a nice extra kick at lunch or dinner.

103 Washington Street, New York, NY 10006 (map)

An Irish pub outfitted with retro liquor advertisements and Persian rugs serves a tender, juicy burger that draws suits and families alike. Expect to find worker bees catching the game on the big-screen TV--often alongside mom, pop and the little one.