Now on Resy: Oddball, Mrs. Georgia, Panda Harlem, and More Local Favorites

As the name suggests, the cocktails here are odd in the best way possible — think ingredients like fig leaf tequila, salty whey, and corn and kombu vodka. Oddly delicious, more like.  

As you descend into the glowing den that is The Cellar at Armada, you might get the sense that you’re entering another dimension. Order a cosmopolitan and a french dip with gruyere and enjoy the ride.  

The menu at Fortuna is long, varied, delicious, and entirely kosher. Do know that the schnitzel, fattoush, and bourekas are required eating.  

The khinkali, housemade pickles, and honey cake at Mrs. Georgia are all well worth the trip to Long Island City. The warm service and long list of wines? Icing on the cake. Or, egg yolk on the khachupuri.  

Italian for Golden Garden, Giardino d’Oro is a cozy oasis with wine-lined walls and sweet murals of the countryside. Order the eggplant rollatini, linguini alla vongole, and a veal chop for good measure.

When in need of a comfort meal near Central Park, Pappardella will never steer you wrong. Their Italian menu is filled with classics like black truffle agnolotti, caprese, and brick-fired pizzas. Buon appetito, indeed.  

Gorgeously golden fries, brioche shrimp toast, and chopped cheese egg rolls are just the tip of the iceberg at Milly’s. They’ve also got plenty of events, like DJ sets, socials, and domino nights to keep you coming back again and again.  

Head here for a low-lit meal of Italian fare, with familiar favorites from cacio e pepe to panna cotta. Pro tip: If you happen to be in the neighborhood after 10 p.m. — their late-night menu, with burgers and fries, is on until midnight.  

The côte de boeuf, long list of French cheeses, and escargots with garlic butter are all reasons enough to make your way to Olivier. The warm service and cozy atmosphere are just the cherry on top.  

Whether you’re in search of à la carte Japanese comforts (salmon donburi, tempura soba, sukiyaki, please) or an omakase-style meal at the counter, Gosuke fits the bill. Don’t forget a Sapporo on draft, either.  

The menu here is long and expansive, so let your server guide you through. We’re partial to the all-you-can-eat specials that they offer every day of the week. Keep an eye on their social media for events like whole bluefin tuna carving, too.

Caribbean food, cocktails, hookah, and DJ sets that go late into the night (or, early into the morning) — that’s Private Room. As the name suggests, the spot feels like a private club without all the membership fees.  

Jiang Nan is a mini-empire serving up Asian classics, including some of the city’s favorite duck, mapo tofu, and soup dumplings that helped land them a spot on the Michelin Bib Gourmand list. 

Book Jiang Nan in Flushing and Long Island City, too. 

You know why you’re here — a juicy, cheesy, towering burger. Make good on your mission with the signature Black Iron that comes with horseradish, cheddar, and caramelized onions. They have salads, too, we think. Maybe. 

This one justifies a break from New York-style slices: It’s a Maryland-inspired pizza chain with square pies and a full bar. We recommend their signature pizza with smoked provolone, sweet tomato sauce, and a super-thin crust.  

Between all the drag shows, figure drawing nights, and DJ sets, you might be tempted to overlook the menu here. But that would be a mistake, especially if you’re a fan of happy hour drink deals.  

It’s a breezy all-day spot that serves up simple, comforting dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There’s lots of options, including (you guessed it) wraps, plus elote, burgers, and fried calamari. 

You’ll want to order all of the Peruvian classics here, which will mean ceviche, cow heart skewers, and chaufa will all be on your table. Don’t hold back on the pisco sours.  

You’ll want to stay a while — this spot has more than 100 wines on their list, plus a menu of tapas like tortilla Española, patatas bravas, and pan con tomate that pair perfectly.