Maison Yaki, Frenchette, Mar at Little Spain, Now on the Resy Hit List

Because at his sophomore restaurant (just across the way from hit sensation, Olmsted), Greg Baxtrom is cooking French fare informed by another cuisine he knows and loves: yakitori. Maison Yaki promises to be a playful and approachable joint, with a back garden (pétanque court and all) to boot.

Because consider Frenchette a new classic; the James Beard Foundation just crowned Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr’s TriBeCa brasserie Best New Restaurant in the nation. An all-day haven for restaurant lovers where flawless dishes are paired with an intoxicating atmosphere, there’s never a bad time to pay a visit.

Because Spain is calling, and it’s only a cab ride away. Famed chefs José Andrés, Ferran Adrià, and Albert Adrià have opened not one, but two full-service restaurants within the culinary wonderland that anchors Hudson Yards. Opt for razor clams in saffron sauce and stuffed baby squid at Mar, and wood-fired wonders, like whole grilled quails and delectable cuts of steak, at Leña.

Because seasoned Korean chef Jenny Kwak has created a destination-worthy eatery in Park Slope. At Haenyeo, she adds her distinctly personal touch to traditional home cooking, and the result is craveable, spice-laden eats. Double-fried chicken wings, saucy rice cake fundido, and hearty kimchi stew with pork belly, right this way.

Because you’re in for a treat at King, where co-chefs Jess Shadbolt and Clare de Boer have introduced—just in time for warm weather—a program of seasonal and decadent ice creams. Right now, there’s rhubarb ripple, lavender and honey, and pain perdu—or French toast in ice cream form, loaded with crunchy clusters of cinnamon, sugar, butter, and sourdough.

Because the (dinner) party of the season is heating up. Look forward to artful presentations of market-driven Israeli cuisine and dancing ‘til dawn (should you book the later seating). However, leave your expectations at the door: HaSalon is made to surprise and delight, and surprise and delight it will.

Because you can now enjoy more of cult-favorite Hanoi House’s dishes—on the fly. For those days when your craving can’t wait ‘til dinner, the soup shop offers counter service and an ever-changing menu of broths, sandwiches, rolls, and salads—from 11:30 am to 4 pm. Spring for a Vietnamese iced coffee to wash it all down.

Walk-ins only.

Because as access to natural wine skyrockets, it’s as good a time as any to check back in with this original pioneer, where the cheffy fare is as much a draw as the trailblazing bottle list. Pro-tip: Don’t miss the restaurant’s iconic savory potato darphin with uni or sweet chocolate-hazelnut tart.

Because the arrival of Bourke Street Bakery signals the full-fledged dominance of Australian café culture in New York. Better yet, owner Paul Allam and his wife Jessica Grynberg have relocated to Manhattan to oversee the success of their booming, Sydney-based institution. Keep your eyes on the prize: the bread timetable indicates when to pop in for fresh-out-the-oven loaves.

Walk-ins only.

Because pizza fanatics, rejoice: Fausto, which you may remember was formerly Franny’s, is putting its storied pizza oven into play by hosting acclaimed pizzaiolo Dan Richer of Jersey City’s Razza for a one-night-only pop-up, this Sunday. Don’t miss out.

Because the third annual bake sale at Café Altro Paradiso, benefiting Planned Parenthood and organized by pastry whiz Natasha Picowicz, will see pastry teams from across the city come together to offer a magical spread of sweets. Goods from Cervo’s, Contra, La Mercerie, Le Bernardin, Manhatta, and more, will be yours to buy (then eat)—on 5/19.

Walk-ups only.