Dining in New York: Insider's Guide

From the archives: January 02, 2003

Insider tips for some of New York's best restaurants.

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  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Ida Mae
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    111 W 38th St, New York, NY 10018 (map)

    Ask about becoming a preferred customer: A fee garners benefits such as preferred seating, invitations for special events, private chef tastings and complimentary wine and champagne.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Relish
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    225 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211 (map)

    On summer Monday nights, catch "On the Coals," during which the chef fires up the backyard barbecue and serves a special grill menu (along with BBQ classics). There's plenty of beer and cocktails, plus free watermelon.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Supper
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    156 E 2nd St, New York, NY 10009 (map)

    In addition to a dozen inexpensive wines by the glass, ten bottles are sold "by consumption," which means if you drink one glass, you only pay a fourth of the bottle price.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended The Four Seasons
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    99 East 52nd Street (between Park & Lexington Avenues), New York, NY 10022 (map)

    Tables adjacent to the marble pool are the most coveted in the Pool Room. Book one in advance and look like a VIP.

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