Now on Resy: Sushidelic, Brooklyn Chop House, and More Local Favorites

It’s sushi meets all the colors of the rainbow, from a man who knows best: Sebastian Masuda, the Japanese artist known for his whimsical artwork and now, a kawaii-centric sushi spot with design to match. 

This spot is ideal for anyone who feels like they’re missing out on New York’s French bistro craze because they don’t eat meat — it’s totally vegan. Think oyster mushroom “escargots,” cold pea “steak” tartare, and cashew-based French cheeses.  

You know the drill — you’re here for the skillet mac and cheese, martinis, and shrimp cocktail that made the original East Village location famous. Don’t forget the giant “quarter pounder” chocolate chip cookies for dessert, either.  

Head here for an expansive menu of sushi rolls and entrées like tonkotsu ramen and miso-glazed chicken. And don’t forget the mochi. 

This Tribeca bar breathes life into its storied Reade Street space with creative cocktails (think mezcal-chocolate milk punch and cloudberry-rhum daiquiris) alongside an enviable menu of little (ha) bar bites and more (ha) substantial things, like smash burgers and lobster mac and cheese.

For a wine bar with a Mediterranean-leaning menu and a killer happy hour that includes entrées ($19 with beer or wine!), head to Claire’s. Expect dips galore, Greek salads, fluffy frena, and a pleasingly spiced sangria on the cocktail front.

The menu at Tiny’s is anything but — there’s a long list of tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and Tequila flights that almost guarantee something everyone will like. As such, head here with a group (because nobody can say no to guacamole).

Good barbecue is few and far between north of Virginia, but thanks to Morgan’s, you don’t need to take a road trip just for ribs. Come hungry — you’ll want to order the brisket “cheesesteak” and a loaded mac and cheese, for good measure.

This Southern French-inspired bistro has been serving the neighborhood for more than a decade, so you know you’re in good hands. Order the escargot, French onion soup, and, trust us, the golden fried chicken.

We think the ramen, glistening and cloudy with braised pork belly and bamboo, is the greatest draw here. Even so, their fried ube, “dynamite” stuffed mussels, and long list of Japanese whiskies doesn’t hurt one bit. 

The city’s purveyor of Rome’s favorite street snack helps liven the Lower East Side with espresso and apertivo, an enviable patio, those fluffiest of pizza pockets, and fresh pasta. Pro tip: Don’t overlook the trapizzini with oxtail, or the Doppia Panna, with Cantabrian anchovies. 

This isn’t your average seafood spot. The Clam Bar is no less than a bona fide speakeasy, where the dream team behind Carbone puts the swank into shellfish, while shaking some of the best cocktails in town. 

This Seaport spot is bright and friendly and churns out familiar favorites with a twist. Think smash burgers with Gruyère, an onion dip with potato chips, and fresh plates of both surf and turf. Also, Grandma’s banana bread pudding? We’ll take two. 

A plush, Art Deco-styled space with classic cocktails, wine flights, and snacks to pair? Say less. You’ll want to settle in and stay a while at this cozy cocktail den.

Eating at Mishka feels like eating at your Eastern European grandmother’s house, from the lovingly assertive service to the dining room artfully cluttered with treasures. Order the borscht, chicken Kiev, and assorted solenya (pickles and other salted snacks) for the table, and you’ll soon be homesick — whether you’ve stepped foot in that part of the world or not. 

Soho’s totally kosher spot for towering beef, lamb, salmon, and mushroom burgers has made its way to a much larger Union Square space, complete with live DJs, a full bar, and TVs that are bound to be showing the game. 

Because here is barbecue that could rival the best of the South: platters full of brisket and baby back ribs (and everything in between), smoked and sauced wings, savory sandwiches, and an abundance of beer on tap. You’ll want to claim territory in front of one of many TVs for the next big event. 

Eastwood feels like dining in your culinary-minded friend’s living room, complete with a small-but-mighty wine list, big sunny windows, and a vinyl playlist spinning all night long. Go for a Scotch egg, some schnitzel, and something from the draft list, and do feel free to snuggle in. 

All you really need to know is that Buka’s known as one of the city’s essential spots for Nigerian food. Start with some lamb suya and the excellent pof pof (fried Nigerian doughnuts) before delving into heftier plates like the extra-comforting pepper soup (your choice of fish or goat) or any of the spicy tomato-based stews (we loved the smoked catfish), which are served with fufu.

Ren joyfully jet sets across the globe for its cheffy menu, serving up dishes like a Cornish hen Caesar salad, lamb pancetta risotto, and a Wagyu burger. The dining room’s elegant, the plates are tweezered to perfection, and the cocktails are very nice.

If you’re after the wide-open spaces of the wild, wild west (or looking for a place to wear your cowboy boots out), Common Country’s the place to be, with classic Americana fare to boot. Think excellent fried chicken, extra generous baskets of tots, and near-perfect buffalo wings.