New York’s Newest Restaurant Openings, Now on Resy

Because the Seoul original of the same name is one of the city’s favorites — for good reason. Zoo Sindang is a speakeasy-style spot with a hidden garden feel, serving up cocktails inspired by the Eastern zodiac that look as good as they taste.

As the name implies, you’d be remiss not to order the oysters. Here, they’ve got a rotating list of varieties, plus heartier fare like lobster rolls and Old Bay fries served right near the DUMBO waterfront.

Prime cuts prevail at this steakhouse where no detail is overlooked. Do settle into one of their crimson banquettes and order yourself a feast of steakhouse classics, from shrimp cocktail and Maine lobster to ribeye and creamed spinach.

It’s your new favorite perch for people watching at Governors Island, with a delightful, seafood-centric menu that spans across the Americas, from the Caribbean and Gulf Coast to the Pacific and the Atlantic. Think fresh ceviche, fish fry, cold beers, oysters, and refreshing cocktails — all just a ferry ride away.

Beef gets special treatment at Motoishi, a yakiniku spot focusing on high quality cuts. Everything is grilled tableside, served alongside Korean banchan and sundubu.

This spot is a family affair, with chef Edgar working in the kitchen alongside his son. Together, they have a combined 30-plus years of experience, so you’re in good hands. They serve omakase, à la carte, lunch, and even breakfast. Only in New York could you order a BEC on a roll at the same place where you can have 13 courses of seasonal nigiri.

It’s an excellent choice when you’re in need of a bite near Bryant Park — we’re partial to the smashburgers and the pints of Guinness. They’re usually playing the game, if that’s your fancy, and there’s live music on Fridays and Saturdays, if that is, too.

Rejoice! Chef Matthew Kenney’s much lauded pizzeria is back in New York City, and we could not be more elated. Do come for the excellent pizzas, obviously (we’re partial to the classic margherita), but also make room for the bucatini cacio e pepe, crispy artichokes, Tuscan fries, and citrus cheesecake, too. P.S. Did we mention everything is plant based, too?

It’s North African-influenced French cuisine from Michelin-starred chef Eduard Frauneder, conveniently serving both lunch and dinner in FiDi. Go for the filet mignon carpaccio, burger with Gruyère and confit onions, and anything from the “in season” list at the top of the menu.

It’s an evolution of Fort Greene’s much-loved Third Falcon, serving up expertly executed French bistro fare like morels with epoisses, sole meuniere, and a fully under $100 wine list. The best part? It’s just $48 for an entrée, plate, and dessert, making it the kind of spot you can — and should — return to again and again. Pro tip: When the weather’s nice, try to score a seat on their terrace, which is perfect for people watching on Myrtle Avenue.

Scallop Wellington, Chinese sausage-stuffed chicken wings, and stunning raw razor clams are all on offer at this NoMad spot that blends a variety of Asian culinary traditions with a decidedly fine-dining sensibility. Come ready for a special night.

Argentine and southern Brazilian cuisine come together at Iguazu, from the same team behind Brooklyn’s Sarava Bistro. Churrasco, coxinha, and pão de queijo? We’re already there.

A self-serve sake machine? Pachinko-inspired games on the wall? Miso soy milk udon? Say less. TTAN manages to be both fun and thoughtful — our favorite combination.

The pièce de resistance at Zoli has to be the custom triptych aquarium, but the impeccable seafood that comes from the kitchen is just as exciting. Expect dishes like golden fried fish and stunning raw bar selections all from the acclaimed chef behind Houseman.

Because the first bar project from the Cote team is a three-in-one (which explains the name): one part is a wine bar, another is dedicated to martinis, and a third is a temple to whiskey — each run by its own expert. Cheers.

Read more about Bar Chimera here. 

The original Cote in the Flatiron District remains packed, and reservations are tough to score. Thankfully, the city finally has a second location — this one, considerably glossier than the first, and located inside an historic Midtown building.

Read more about Cote 550 here. 

It’s from the same team behind delightful Brooklyn hot spots Margot and Montague Diner, and it expands on the ever-growing fascination with rotisserie chicken in our fair city. Here, the take is Lebanese in flavor and spice, accompanied by creamy labne ranch and crisp fries.

Chama Mama is the city’s blueprint for Georgian cuisine, much to our delight. Obviously, you’re getting the khachapuri, but don’t skip the khinkali or the lamb stuffed grape leaves, either.

Under $100 sushi omakase in a city like New York is always hard to pass up, and Iki Sekai is no exception. Here, the fish is fresh and sourced right from Japan.

Tomoni is a no-brainer. Here, the seafood is bright and fresh, and the space takes the same cue. Try to score one of the booths, if you can.

Konya comes to us from the team behind favorites Domodomo and Konban, so you already know it’s going to be good. Order the katsu and anything with noodles.

Dominican delicacies like churrasco, fried pork chops, moro de guandales, and mashed sweet plantains are all on offer at Dulce, the sister restaurant to Chinatown’s El Sazon R.D. Oh, and whatever you do, don’t skip the burger or the cocktails.

The must-order dish at Dear Margo has got to be their fresh-baked laffa bread, best enjoyed alongside scoops of creamy hummus and cooling cucumber yogurt. You’re in good, practiced hands here with chef Efraim Naon, formerly of Taboon and Barbounia.

It’s an aperitivo-style bar with a bounty of outdoor seating to seal the deal on making you feel like you’re in an Italian piazza. Order a spritz and some gnoccho fritto, and take it all in.

Thirteen courses? $68? We’re already seated. East by West serves up a can’t-be-beat omakase of nigiri, sashimi, and other bites in their Hell’s Kitchen space.

Ador is a spot with uniquely New York sensibility, serving borscht and buzhenina alongside classic French dishes. Pro tip: Ask for a seat next to the window.

Unpretentious yet thoughtful, Arthur has all the makings of a classic. The menu, from veteran chef Kevin Finch, feels familiar yet different, with enough seasonal additions to keep us coming back time and time again.

Read more about Arthur here. 

A favorite of Frank Sinatra and an inspiration for several scenes in “The Godfather,” the original Harlem location of Patsy’s has been slinging the original New York slice and pies since 1933. At this downtown flagship on the ground floor of the Freehand New York hotel, they’ve got a larger space and a bigger menu, with drinks like pepperoni martinis for the next-generation Rat Pack.

It’s right there in the name: here you’ll be treated to an evening of small bites paired with four craft cocktails (or low-ABV or zero-proof drinks), created in partnership with Tokyo’s famous Bar Libre. Bartenders are given the omakase-chef treatment here, so you’ll be able to watch your drinks being made right at the intimate counter.