Now on Resy: Cafe Balearica, Indian Table, Tsubame, and More Local Favorites

“Disco times for disco people”? Say less. Inspired by the Spanish islands of the same name, this spot has immaculate club vibes that’ll make you want to dance (the frozen strawberry daiquiris don’t hurt, either). Reserve a booth with your crew and let the night get away from you. 

Yes, you can cheese-pull the night away with Oda House’s khachapuri, but you’d be missing out if you just stopped there. The menu at this Georgian spot is serious: slow-cooked lamb stew (aka chakapuli) is a favorite, and the jiggly grape pelamushi dessert is a Jell-O adjacent delight. 

It’s a neighborhood go-to for Indian specialties, and their serene outdoor patio and warm service are just icing on the cake. The menu zeroes in on the Portuguese roots of Goan cuisine in dishes like the masala omelet with poee (a leavened Goan brown bread), bacalao croquettes with peri peri chutney, and bone-in mutton curry.

Serious sushi heads have flocked here since the restaurant opened in 2002, and they continue to return for chef Seki Shi’s impeccable nigiri. Go for a full omakase experience, or order à la carte, but whatever you do, make sure to try the salmon nigiri topped with torched tomato. 

Cafe by day, sports bar by night, City Coffee Bar is your spot for steak and eggs or French toast when the sun’s out, or a bacon cheeseburger and a $5 beer during happy hour (until 9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday) come night. 

Because Chow House has been serving classic Sichuanese fare to Greenwich Village for almost a decade. Go for the spicy mung bean noodles; dry pot with ham, beef, and shrimp; or the braised frog with pickled chiles. Alternatively, ask your server what to order and take their word as gospel. 

You’re going to want to make this a regular spot for lunch: the daytime combo deals are killer. Otherwise, nighttime calls for a casual dinner full of izakaya favorites and sushi bar offerings, from maki rolls and sashimi to stir-fried noodles, tempura, and teriyaki.

Brooklyn’s haven for gluten-free diners merits a visit regardless of dietary restrictions. Order one of their many pastas or pizzas, housemade baked goods, and a cocktail while you rest easy knowing everyone is happy and your gluten-pro friends didn’t even notice it was missing.

It’s right there in the name, folks — you’re in for some serious Turkish cuisine. Order any of the hot mezze (we’re partial to the borek and sautéed liver), the lamb with garlic yogurt, and the baby okra in tomato sauce.

Moko is proof that omakase doesn’t have to be exorbitantly expensive to be top quality. If you’re looking for a sushi experience under $100, do consider this East Village spot. Keep an eye on their Instagram — sometimes they offer even better deals on weekdays and holidays.

If you’re going to do fine dining, you might as well do fine dining at the Ritz-Carlton overlooking Central Park. Expect classic American fare, all day, every day, plus exemplary classic cocktails – try their Manhattan.

This is a beloved neighborhood hub with classic French fare, so order accordingly – we’re thinking the French onion soup and duck confit. A glass of wine is definitely in order, whether for a candle-lit dinner or a buzzy brunch.

Everyone’s favorite East Village comfort food haven has given way to a mini empire around the city. And at the Nomad location, that means all of the favorites (yes, we’re talking about the skillet mac and cheese), plus weekday breakfast and lunch.

This is Japanese fare born in London, in a sprawling space fit for any occasion. Whether in the dining room, the upstairs lounge, or seated at the sushi counter, enjoy contemporary takes on classic like vegetable tempura, robata skewers, and a Negroni served with a blue jelly lemon slice.

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.