Hello!
I used to be in a long distance relationship and spent every weekend in NYC. I had all my favorite local places (Lucien, Le Tableau (late and lamented), Balthazar for a big night, Schiller's, Clinton St. Baking Co for dinner, Essex, Little Owl, etc.). It's been a while since my NY knowledge has been up to date.
Three friends and I are meeting for a weekend of fun, and we have two dinners to do (lunches are taken care of -- Russ and Daughters!) I could use some help on places with similar vibes to the above.
Friday night we could go anywhere, but our hotel is near Grand Central. Thoughts? (I know Artisanal is nearby, but heard it went downhill). Saturday we are going out to Marie's Crisis in the Village. Little Owl is booked, I have a back-up reservation at Balthazar, but any other ideas???
Thanks!!