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- 121 Baxter St., Little Italy 10013
- 212-274-8585
Aux Epices
Malaysian fusion for Little Italy/Chinatown. Narrow, well-lit place with exposed vents, Edith Piaf on the speakers. Classics like chicken satay meet more eclectic fare (crevettes a la planca and se... read more
- 220 Bowery, Nolita 10012
- 212-837-2370
Pearl & Ash
Small plates take over The Bowery House’s restaurant slot. Long communal poplar tables and squared booths for rustic-modern vibes. Custom wooden boxes provide 600 cubbies for antique cameras ... read more
- 46 W. 22nd St., Flatiron 10010
- 212- 989-7889
Mira Sushi & Izakaya
Name should give you some indication of the versatility here. Chef is Chinese-Korean, brings pan-Asian knowhow to continent-spanning menu. Izakaya faves like gyoza and yakitori joined by honey yuzu... read more
- 355 W. 16th St., Chelsea 10011
- 212-929-5800
Cherry
Jonathan Morr of BONDST takes over plum space at the Dream Downtown. Red-velveteen décor brings a sexy vibe. Focuses on sushi and sharable Japanese bites with a French twist. Choose a la car... read more
- 140 St. Nicholas Ave., Bushwick 11237
- 347-787-7876
Bon! Spice Cafe
Chicken and waffles meets kimchi in Bushwick. Simple wooden tables and a nursery’s variety pack of foliage add unpretentious charm. Hearty dishes from start to finish blend Asian flavor with ... read more
- 328 E. 6th St., East Village 10003
- 646-429-8471
Zen 6
Folks behind Noodle Café Zen and Sushi Lounge do ramen and dumplings. Warm corridor sees a row of tables with red leather stools. Menu divides between Tokyo standards (shoyu or miso ramen) a... read more
- 313 Church St., Tribeca 10013
- 917-720-2845
Tribeca Canvas
Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto turns his attention to corn dogs. Cue apocalypse. Sushi master takes on bistro bites: American comfort classics prepared with Asian accents and Morimoto's creativity. (F... read more
- 127 W. 28th St., Chelsea 10001
- 646-397-9881
China Latina
Latin-Asian mashup from the Crema crew. Hotel Indigo space done up in lucky red, with lanterns and umbrellas extending Oriental vibes. Mondrian-inspired wall panels accent modernity, reaffirming co... read more
- 68 Clinton St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-920-4485
Pig and Khao
Fatty Crew peeps partner up with Top Chef’s Leah Cohen to drop some big Asian flavor on the LES. Thai and Filipino inspirations abound, with a little Indian tossed in for good measure. Pair u... read more
- 139 Fourth Ave., Union Square 10003
- 212-935-3400
Glaze Teriyaki Grill
Locally sourced organic fare at Seattle-style teriyaki joint. Cement and wood-paneled interior gives a Chipotlesque, blue-state chain vibe; mostly take-out lunches. Simple menu sees teriyaki chicke... read more
- 271 Smith St., Carroll Gardens 11231
- 718-643-0781
Dassara Brooklyn Ramen
Gourmet ramen and pork buns between trim Carroll Gardens and the, um, up-and-coming Gowanus Canal. Graffiti’d grate opens to wooded bar and dining space, decked out with funky neon lamps. Del... read more
- 154 Orchard St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-529-8800
Mission Chinese Food
San Francisco’s famed hole-in-the-wall expands to the LES. Swankier than the original, but still cozy like a dive. Funky orange chintz, wooden chairs hang from the ceiling; kitschy bathrooms ... read more
- 766 Washington Ave., Prospect Heights 11238
- 718-360-1839
Kimchi Grill
Phillip Lee opens a permanent storefront for his beloved taco truck. Clean, minimalist space, a few tables to eat a quick bite. Same tasty offerings as the rig: BBQ short rib tacos, kimchi burrito ... read more
- 66 Park Ave., Murray Hill 10016
- 212-885-7123
Jazz at Kitano
Hotel known for quiet sleeps makes a little noise. Jazz sets run six nights a week, with live music brunches come Sunday. Airy, high-ceilinged space not your usual jazz hole. Sunlight shines do... read more
- 2178 Broadway, Upper West Side 10024
- 212-595-0094
Geisha Table
Serafina's Japanese wing. Shares hotel space with Italian sib, but reflects antipodal approach. Intimate izakaya all about simple, elegant cuisine. Chefs take inspiration from pan-Asian backgrounds... read more
- 475 Driggs Ave., Williamsburg 11211
- 718-963-2555
Fushimi
Outer-borough fusion spot excited to host your next acid trip. Design aesthetic borrowed from a Grand Theft Auto nightclub. Blown-out atrium with ginormous light panels, dangling fixtures, electric... read more
- 369 Seventh Ave., Park Slope 11215
- 347-916-0031
Talde
Located on the north end of south Park Slope, Top Chef alum Dale Talde's new restaurant—with partners David Massoni and John Bush of the beloved Thistle Hill Tavern down the avenue—is a... read more
- 638 Lexington Ave., Midtown East 10022
- 212-935-3400
Glaze Teriyaki Grill
Locally sourced organic fare at Seattle-style teriyaki joint. Cement and wood-paneled interior gives a Chipotlesque, blue-state chain vibe; mostly take-out lunches. Simple menu sees teriyaki chicke... read more
- 330 W. Broadway, Soho 10013
- 212-966-8252
Taka Taka
Hot sushi, Mexican gyoza, Japanese tacos: these cats are turning the playbook upside down. First US location of Mexican fusion chain. Comes complete with conveyor belt snaking through the room, o... read more
- 185 Orchard St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-228-0880
HaChi Restaurant & Lounge
Serpentine banquettes set slick stage for contemporary Asian fusion. Nightclub lighting shades lounge space, trim balcony. Kitchen takes Japan as a starting point, adds international accents. Calam... read more
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