The more things change, the gloriously more they stay the same. With the opening of Raf’s NYC, it’s a throwback to the early 2000s. It was a time when restaurants were the size of a shoebox, independently owned, and tables practically on top of each other. Raf’s is all of these things and everything that’s effortlessly authentic about the NYC dining scene. This is the review. Overview Raf’s recently opened on the fringe of Soho on Elizabeth Street, just a…

Mischa NYC defines itself as New American, but we would say that it’s more of a global concept. Yes, there’s a $30 hot dog and then there’s their riff on a vegetarian patty melt. But there are also strong German, Russian, and Asian influences. What’s missing is Mexican, which is where Chef Alex Stupak made his mark in NYC. So, how does he fare with Mischa? This is the review. Overview There’s no question about it; Chef Alex Stupak has…

Kids these days just have it good. We’re probably going to date ourselves badly here but back in our day, college grub meant $1 pitchers and 25-cent wings. Try to feed your kids that nowadays and it’s Child Services territory. Today, New York City kids know the taste of white truffle by the time they’re 18. So, it’s only natural that their elevated tastes would require a spot like Nat’s on Bleeker. Newsflash though, it’s not just for the youngins’.…

Summer is an egalitarian time in NYC, and everyone can enjoy a penthouse view. You know those perfect nights when the skyline looks like it was designed as a backdrop for rooftop cocktails. These are the places to know; some nearly impossible to get into and a few other hidden gems that make New York City so special. You know that it’s the unofficial start to summer in the city, when it’s time for rooftop drinks. You just want to…