Fried chicken and the largest champagne list in America: it may be outrageous, but it's damn good, and the atmosphere is unrivalled. It's a simple concept, but COQODAQ has mastered it. Go for 'The Bucket List' and try some of the juiciest, and crunchiest fried chicken you've ever tasted. Or, spice it up with 'The Golden Nugget' where a humble nugget is topped with ocean trout roe, or golden daurenki caviar. 

This upscale Italian gem in Flatiron is led by a chef from the renowned Osteria Francescana, showcasing the essence of Emilia-Romagna cuisine. Its core revolves around nine house-made pastas, complemented by smaller but equally as delectable plates that have earned it its Michelin star.

Up and running since 1985 is none other than Union Square Cafe. This staple of the city was one of the originators of contemporary American cuisine, so when we tell you to go, you go. Their dishes are all glorious but some, like their Roasted Duck Breast, are to die for. Whether you visit for brunch, for drinks and a light bite before a function or for dinner, you will not be disappointed by the laidback professionalism of this place.