Fino Ristorante Italiano finonew
york.com 212 825 1924 | 1 Wall Street Court (intersection of Wall, Pearl & Beaver Sts.), NYC 10005 Italian. For more than 12 years, the “who’s who” in the financial sector have raved about the outstanding cuisine and service. A premier private party venue. Reservations suggested. Closed Sat., Sun. $$$
Fiorini Restaurant fiorinirestaurant
.com 212 308 0830 | 209 E. 56th St. (Second–Third Aves.), NYC 10022 Italian. Veteran restaurateur Lello Arpaia’s new venture features traditional Southern Italian cuisine, wines in an elegant, comfortable setting. Wine Room seats 42 for private parties. $$$ A
FireBird Restaurant firebird
restaurant.com 212 586 0244 365 W. 46th St. (Eighth–Ninth Aves.), NYC 10036 Legendary Russian landmark Theater District restaurant serves cuisine of Czarist aristocracy in dramatic, opulent environment, embodying pre-revolutionary art, literature, decor, style, offers private event spaces. $$$$ A
Fireside firesidenewyork.com
212 754 5011 | 19 E. 52nd St. (Madison Ave.), NYC 10022 New American. “Cocktail cuisine,” inspired by fresh seasonal ingredients, is designed to be shared and spark conversation. Edgy modern décor complements creative dishes and whimsical cock- tails. $$$ E
Fish Tag fishtagrestaurant.com
212 362 7470 | 222 W. 79th St. (Amsterdam Ave.–Broadway), NYC 10024 Greek, Seafood. Chef Michael Psilakis’ Fish Tag offers a unique menu of Mediterranean-inspired dishes and an extensive wine list to encourage creative interplay between food and beverage. $$$
Fishtail by David Burke fishtaildb
.com 212 754 1300 | 135 E. 62nd St. (Lexington Ave.), NYC 10065 David Burke’s innovative seafood on the Upper East Side combines a ground floor oyster bar with upper floor dining rooms decorated in elegant, whimsi- cal style. $$$$
Fogo de Chão Churrascaria
Brazilian Steakhouse fogode
chao.com 212 969 9980 | 40 W. 53rd St. (Fifth–Sixth Aves.), NYC 10019 Brazilian. Steakhouse founded over 30 years ago in Brazil. Features fire- roasted meats carved tableside by gaucho chefs; gourmet salads and sides; award-winning wine list. Reservations suggested. $$$$ E
Fonda Restaurant
fondarestaurant.com 212 677 4096 40 Ave. B (3rd–4th Sts.), NYC 10009 Mexican. Contemporary urban Mexico City-style food in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Known for their authentic and creamy guacamole and classic margaritas. $$
The Four Seasons Restaurant
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212 754 9494 | 99 E. 52nd St. (Lexington–Park Aves.), NYC 10022 New American. Everything’s first class, “breathtaking.”—Zagat, 2006. Philip Johnson-designed setting to savor “superb food” and “gold- standard service.” $$$$$ A
Francisco’s Centro Vasco
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212 645 6224 | 159 W. 23rd St. (Sixth– Seventh Aves.), NYC 10011 Spanish, Seafood. Serves lobsters up to 40 pounds. “Whale-size lobsters at minnow prices”—Zagat, 2003. Multilingual. $$$ A
Frankie & Johnnie’s Steakhouse –
37th Street frankieandjohnnies
.com 212 947 8940 | 32 W. 37th St. (Fifth–Sixth Aves.), NYC 10018 Dry-aged steaks, chops and seafood are served in the two-story former townhouse of legendary actor, John Barrymore. Closed Sun. $$$
Fulton Restaurant fultonnyc.com
212 288 6600 | 205 E. 75th St. (Second– Third Aves.), NYC 10021 Seafood. The owners of Citarella fashioned a seafood-focused menu that is bold but not fussy in their casually elegant eatery. Full bar, extensive wine list. Outdoor dining. $$$
Gabriela’s Restaurant Mexicano
gabrielas.com 212 961 0574 | 688 Columbus Ave. (93rd–94th Sts.), NYC 10025 Mexican. Authentic regional Mexican cuisine of Guadalajara served in a warm and relaxed atmo- sphere. Specialties include rotisserie chicken. $$$ AE
Gabriel’s Bar & Restaurant
gabrielsbarandrest.com 212 956 4600 | 11 W. 60th St. (Broadway– Columbus Ave.), NYC 10023 Italian. Tuscan cuisine near Lincoln Center. Popular for business power lunches. $$$$ A
Gallagher’s Steak House
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212 245 5336 | 228 W. 52nd St. (Broadway–Eighth Ave.), NYC 10019 Steakhouse. A real New York experi- ence. Established in 1927, this steak- house has a sense of history and character. Ask about the Trophy Room for private dining. Open daily. $$$$ A
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Genting Palace rwnewyork.com
/gentingpalace 718 215 2828, 888 888 8801 | 110-00 Rockaway Blvd. (114th St.–North Conduit Ave.), Jamaica, Queens 11420 Chinese. Discerning gourmands will enjoy the best of Guangdong Province with this authentic take on fine-dining Cantonese cuisine. Reserve a private alcove for special occasions. Outdoor seating. $$$ AC
Giorgio’s of Gramercy giorgiosof
gramercy.com 212 477 0007 | 27 E. 21st St. (Park Ave. South–Broadway), NYC 10010 Italian, New American. Top-rated, elegant restaurant in trendy Gramercy Park neighborhood. $$$
Glass House Tavern glasshouse
tavern.com 212 730 4800 | 252 W. 47th St. (Broadway–Eighth Ave.), NYC 10036 New American. Contemporary American menu with “something for everyone;” “cheery,” “upscale” player in the Theater District; “top notch” service, “good value”—Zagat. Private dining available. $$$ E
Goat Town goattownnyc.com
212 687 3641 | 511 E. 5th St. (Aves. A–B), NYC 10009 New American. This neighborhood restaurant specializes in delicious food and beverage featur- ing fresh vegetables and herbs from their garden. Reservations suggested. $$$
Gordon Ramsay at the London
gordonramsay.com 212 468 8888 151 W. 54th St. (Sixth–Seventh Aves.), NYC 10019 French, New American. Michelin-starred chef Gordon Ramsay’s U.S. debut showcases British style and Manhattan vivacity. Formal and casual dining, breakfast, afternoon tea and a stylish bar. $$$$$ AE
Gotham Bar & Grill gothambar
andgrill.com 212 620 4020 | 12 E. 12th St. (University Pl.–Fifth Ave.), NYC 10003 New American. Spacious Greenwich Village restaurant. Prix fixe menu. $$$$ A
Gramercy Tavern gramercy
tavern.com 212 477 0777 | 42 E. 20th St. (Park Ave. South–Broadway), NYC 10003 New American. Contemporary tavern provides sophisticated American cuisine, a varied, exciting wine list and warm, solicitous hospi- tality. Reservations required. $$$$ A
Gramercy Terrace gramercypark
hotel.com 212 201 2171 | Gramercy Park Hotel, 2 Lexington Ave. (21st St.), 18th fl., NYC 10010 American. A striking contemporary space with a retractable roof overlooking Gramercy Park, serving seasonal American cuisine with a playful twist, and
showcasing modern art. Serves breakfast, lunch, weekend brunch only. Reservations suggested. $$ AE
Grand Café grandcafelounge
.com 718 777 7321 | 37-01 30th Ave. (37th St.), Astoria, Queens 11103 International. European-style café with an American influenced menu offers tasty food, specialty coffees, desserts and cocktails. Features include weekend brunch, late dinner menu, outdoor seating. $$ A
Grand Tier Restaurant rapatina
.com 212 799 3400 | Metropolitan Opera House, Lincoln Center Plaza (65th St. & Columbus Ave.), NYC 10023 Italian. Elegant dining at the Metropolitan Opera House, overlook- ing Lincoln Center Plaza. Tickets to performance required. $$$$ AC
Grape & Vine grapevine-nyc.com
212 375 1300 | The Jade Hotel Greenwich Village, 52 W. 13th St. (Fifth–Sixth Aves.), NYC 10011 New American. An American bistro serving seasonal, local, farm-to-table cuisine in a warm, cozy Greenwich Village setting. $$$
Greenhouse Café greenhouse
cafe.com 718 833 8200 | 7717 Third Ave. (77th–78th Sts.), Bay Ridge, Brooklyn 11209 Continental. American continental cuisine and comfort food with reasonable prices. Prix-fixe menu. $$ A
Greenhouse 36 greenhouse36
nyc.com 646 329 3209 | Hotel 36, 341 W. 36th St. (Eighth–Ninth Aves.), NYC 10018 New American. Serves break- fast, lunch and dinner with organic and tapas offerings, utilizing humanely raised livestock, poultry, seafood. Glass enclosed greenhouse setting opens onto a manicured courtyard. Reservations suggested. $$$ AE
Greenwich Grill & Sushi Azabu
greenwichgrill.com 212 274 0428 428 Greenwich St. (Laight–Vestry Sts.), NYC 10013 Japanese-Italian. Offers unique Tokyo-Italian cuisine and tradi- tional Edomae-style sushi. Restaurant prides itself on first-class food and Japanese Omotenashi service. Reservations suggested. $$$ E
Grotta Azzurra grottaazzurrany
.com 212 925 8775 | 177 Mulberry St. (Broome St.), NYC 10013 Italian. Newly renovated 100-year-old restaurant. Italian award-winning wine list; private dining up to 150. Outdoor cafe and stunning design. Celebrity favorite. $$$ AC