Second Helpings
By Justin Hartung, Restaurants Editor
New York's dining scene can be quite a roller coaster: Old institutions evolve over time, big-name chefs switch restaurants, and off-the-radar spots become foodie faves. Here are some places we thought worthy of a second look, along with some unheralded gems we missed the first time around. Have a favorite restaurant we haven't covered? Tell us about it.
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Gotham Bar & Grill
12 E 12th St, New York, NY
Into its third decade, this New American pioneer in the Village shows no sign of slowing down. -
Fiamma
206 Spring St, New York, NY
A young chef breathes an Italian breath of fresh air into this Soho fine-dining gem. -
L'Impero
45 Tudor City Pl, New York, NY
Tudor City standout keeps a stiff upper lip, thanks to Michael White's subtly innovative Italian cuisine. -
Leela Lounge
1 West 3rd St, New York, NY
Bar food gets an Indian twist at this welcoming restaurant and lounge near NYU. -
Jean Georges
1 Central Park W, New York, NY
New York's four-star destination delivers the most exquisite of French fare with inspired global flavors. -
Alfanoose
8 Maiden Ln, New York, NY
Business big-shots line up for almost flawless falafel and shawarma at this Financial District lunch spot. -
Gramercy Tavern
42 E 20th St, New York, NY
Under its second chef, this New American favorite keeps a balance on the tightrope between elegance and homey comfort. -
Marumi
546 Laguardia Pl, New York, NY
With its covered back garden and fish that's a cut above the rest, this sushi joint makes waves with the NYU crowd.
