Now on Resy: Little Alley, Peking Duck House, and More Local Favorites

Because it’s arguably one of the most iconic restaurants in the city, for reasons entirely well-deserved. It’s been open since 1978, serving their namesake dish in a perfect example of the form, carved tableside.

When you happen to be in the neighborhood, Little Alley is a great bet for Shanghai-style cuisine like beer-braised duck and stir-fried cauliflower. Definitely get a round of Shanghai 1943s for the table. 

Head here to take your pick from a long menu of classic and creative Caribbean seafood dishes like lobster-crab mac and cheese, seafood boils, and ackee and codfish spring rolls.   

Abba has a lot going for it — especially, their daily specials like Taco Tuesday (two for $5), Wing Wednesday ($1 each) and happy hours with $10 mojitos. No matter when you visit, expect a good time.  

It’s a bright and homey restaurant with a menu to match: Think hummus, labne, and kebab served on white tablecloths. Oh, and don’t skip the knafeh, either. 

All the Brooklyn scenesters are likely already at Tenny’s Brunch, the latest spot to pop-up at SAA in Williamsburg. Tenny’s is serving up a pastry bar, waffles with all-you-can-eat toppings, and brunch-style cocktails.  

It’s a classic example of a white tablecloth Italian joint with Venetian influences to keep things interesting. Order the tortellini en brodo and ossobucco ravioli, if you know what’s good for you.

It’s New Orleans cuisine done right: The seafood-focused menu from chef Ham El-Waylly is filled with things like charbroiled oysters and shrimp loaf milk bread sandwiches, and manages to be both classic and creative.

The menu here is filled with classics that are classic for a reason — beef brisket pho, papaya salad, and vermicelli bowls. It’s ideal for a quick dinner in the neighborhood when you need a big bowl of something warm and tasty.

Don’t let the name scare you — Death Ave is a cozy, twinkle light-filled restaurant with a menu of comforting Greek and American dishes. Do know that the eight-hour slow-braised octopus and the housemade Byzantine sausage should absolutely be on your table.

You shouldn’t go to a Peruvian restaurant without ordering the ceviche, lomo saltado, and a pisco sour. At Tumi, this advice absolutely won’t steer you wrong — they’ve got the essentials down pat and ready for you to peruse. 

It’s an aptly named brasserie in The Evelyn Hotel from the chefs behind Wildair and Bar Contra, so order accordingly (see: a lot). After you eat dinner, head towards the lobby to stop by their sister bar Tusk for a nightcap.  

It’s a raw bar (heavy on the oysters) with expertly crafted cocktails and service until midnight. Stop by for a pre- or post-dinner drink before heading deeper into The Evelyn Hotel to their sister restaurant, Brass. 

It’s pretty much always a party at Gardenia, but that becomes especially true when the DJ starts spinning at 10 p.m. and the hookah smoke starts to pleasantly waft through the air. The feta tasting and hummus should both be on your table, if the pipe allows for the room. 

You’ve definitely seen the pancakes and biscuits from this spot’s daily brunch on your feed, and trust us, they live up to the hype. The fried chicken only improves on both of them, and dessert is pretty much a must.

No matter what you order at here (although, we’d say the pepper-crusted steak and garlic mashed potatoes), make sure to ask nicely for a peek inside their supremely beautiful wine cellar. They call it The Library, and for good reason.  

Because Utsav does Indo-Chinese cuisine brilliantly, and it’s also a sprawling, bi-level spot that just happens to be located on a skywalk right near Times Square. People-watch to your heart’s content as you enjoy paneer tikka and Manchurian-style cauliflower. 

An elegantly marbled floor, white tablecloths, and a sparkling mirrored bar come together at L’Adresse to make for an ideal setting to impress business guests and out-of-towners. And the menu has something for everyone, from black truffle gnocchi to spicy tuna crispy rice. 

Bring a friend here to try one of the many dishes for two. There’s picanha paella, tomahawk steaks, and parrillada all designed to be shared at this Argentinian steakhouse, amid a backdrop of white tablecloths and the occasional festive birthday sparkler. 

Amid a stylish black and gold backdrop, Punjabi cuisine takes the spotlight. Specifically, its kebab culture, boasting 21 types of skewers alongside one of the best butter chickens in town. Pro tip: Don’t sleep on the wine list, courtesy of sommelier Doreen Winkler.