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 1. Veritas Restaurant

43 E 20th St
New York, NY 10003
(212) 353-3700

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: Flatiron

4.0 star rating
  11/5/2011

Occasion: Fiance's grad school celebration (back in May)

You know how you worry about wasting $$$ on fancy places and leaving disappointed. Well, this is place works to eliminate all of that.

I fell in love with my glass of wine! Never thought I would…More »

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 2. L'express

3927 Rue Saint Denis
Montreal, QC H2W 2M4
Canada
(514) 845-5333

Categories: French, Bars

4.0 star rating
  9/11/2011

Walked in at around 11pm on our first night in Montreal and were seated right away. This classic french bistro seemed like the perfect place for some late night dining. The black and white checkered floor gave the place a nice retro feel. Also…More »

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 3. Restaurant Toque

900 Jean-Paul-Riopelle Pl
Montreal, QC H2Z 2B2
Canada
(514) 499-2084

Category: French

4.0 star rating
  9/11/2011

Oh la la! Best dining moment in Montreal. We went there for early lunch, (Read: How to do expensive  places on a budget). Decor was very spacious and modern, yet still held a warm & intimate feel. Service was outstanding, top notch.Our waiter was…More »

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 4. Blue Water Grill

31 Union Sq W
New York, NY 10003
(212) 675-9500

Categories: Seafood, Sushi Bars

Neighbourhoods: Union Square, Flatiron

4.0 star rating
  8/4/2010

Upscale and chic decor. Great for those special occasions. Had our informal post-engagement brunch here. I've tasted one of the best lobster dishes there for dinner. If you want seafood in the city, this is great contender.

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 5. Au pied de cochon

536 Ave Duluth E
Montréal, QC H2L 1A9
Canada
(514) 281-1114

Category: French

4.0 star rating
  9/10/2011

Yes! as a true foodie, traveler....and fan of Anthony Bourdain, I couldn't help but pass by this popular establishment on our last day in Montreal. Situated off the beaten path from the busy St Denis. We walk in around 10pm, no reservations (pun…More »

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 6. Cafe Boulud

20 E 76th St
New York, NY 10021
(212) 772-2600

Category: French

Neighbourhood: Upper East Side

4.0 star rating
  3/3/2011

1st time frequenting Daniel Boulub establishment. The restaurant is actually in the lobby of the hotel, and for me still kept that fancy carpeted lobby feel. Noticed that they weren't too particular about the dress code (some people wore…More »

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 7. Perilla

9 Jones St
New York, NY 10014
(212) 929-6868

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: West Village

5.0 star rating
  4/9/2010

Indecision on where to eat in the west village lead to a great revisit of Perilla. No appointment but we were seated right away on Thursday night. Waiter was amicable and helpful. This restaurant is great to visit during the warm season. The wide…More »

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 8. Aquavit

65 E 55th St
New York, NY 10022
(212) 307-7311

Category: Scandinavian

Neighbourhood: Midtown East

4.0 star rating
  2/5/2011

1st restaurant week stop!

Not much of a fan of the atmosphere felt like a fancy office, slightly austere. Service, however was top notch.

Appetizers: we ordered the Glassblower herring and hot-smoked goat cheese salad. The salad had great taste and…More »

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 9. Vai Restaurant

429 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10023
(212) 362-4500

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Upper West Side

5.0 star rating
  1/19/2009

It was the perfect place I imagined to eat for my Bday. It was quiet, candle lit, nicely decorated. We had seat right by the window Our waitress was the best. She was very attentive and informative. We chose our food based on her input. She also was…More »

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 10. Gotham Bar And Grill

12 E 12th St
New York, NY 10003
(212) 620-4020

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhoods: Greenwich Village, Union Square

4.0 star rating
  8/30/2010

Another great RW choice. Fancy, fancy, fancy..! Top notch service.Went there for lunch and most of our choices were delicious. Small portions.  It's a shame  they don't do dinner for RW.

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 11. Asia De Cuba - CLOSED

237 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10016
(212) 726-7755

Category: Asian Fusion

Neighbourhoods: Midtown East, Murray Hill

5.0 star rating
  8/10/2010

I love how when you walk in the 1st time, this place takes  you by surprise. Decor is simply stunning, from the the tall curtains to the red orange lighting on the floor. The huge picture of the waterfall is very reminiscent of Butter. But unlike…More »

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 12. ABC Kitchen

35 E 18th St
New York, NY 10003
(212) 475-5829

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhoods: Union Square, Flatiron

4.0 star rating
  9/12/2010

Oh my.....gorgeous venue!!!! Best example of how simple decor can be stunning.  This whole place feels organic right down to the carbon menu which gives great detail on the back on the source of food. The waiters/waitresses looked so happy to be…More »

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 13. Aureole

135 W 42nd St
New York, NY 10036
(212) 319-1660

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhoods: Midtown West, Theater District

4.0 star rating
  8/11/2010

Occasion: SO's bday past July. Interior is very sleek and modern. Arrived slightly late but was quickly given a seat. Our waiter was super!  From the beginning, he asked whether or not we were in a hurry. I really appreciated that since I had made…More »

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 14. David Burke Townhouse

133 E 61st St
New York, NY 10065
(212) 813-2121

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: Upper East Side

3.0 star rating
  8/25/2010

Another RW occasion. This place has a cool retro feel. The color red was playfully used from balloons to chairs to their eclectic centerpieces. Despite being on time, we had a 20mn wait which we spent at the bar. Their wine list is extensive and…More »

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 15. Primehouse

381 Park Ave
New York, NY 10016
(212) 824-2600

Categories: Steakhouses, American (New), Seafood

Neighbourhoods: Midtown East, Murray Hill

3.0 star rating
  8/11/2010

Went there for RW with much anticipation. Impressive and elegant decor. I was looking forward and was not disappointed by the pork belly appetizer thought it was pretty tiny. The peach salad was equally good. Their side bread, stacked like donuts,…More »

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 16. The Bar Room at The Modern

9 W 53rd St
New York, NY 10019
(212) 333-1220

Categories: Lounges, French

Neighbourhood: Midtown West

4.0 star rating
  11/7/2011

Side note, Restaurant Week  this year was not so appealing for some reason. Like I've mentioned before at many places you might end up getting a charity meal for the $35 you pay. You really have to look closely at the menu (which some places don't…More »

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 17. Colicchio & Sons

85 10th Ave
New York, NY 10011
(212) 400-6699

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhoods: Chelsea, Meatpacking District

3.0 star rating
  2/5/2012

Occasion: My B-day dinner this year and kickoff to RW

The decor here is very reminiscent of The Modern Bar room, with a Gotham-like twist. Sleek, elegant, high ceilings orgeous bar.

The service was very blah. Our waiter seemed disinteresred in the…More »

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