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    Little Ways

    3.8 (103 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken Schnitzel
    Mariana S.

    Great food and service during brunch! Their bottomless brunch lets your rotate between margs, mimosas, and bloody Mary's and that was an amazing deal.

    Burger and Lobster Pasta
    Trisha L.

    Such a cute place for a casual dinner, or pregame meal before a night of drinking. Downstairs is more formal dining and upstairs is cute and lounge-y with couches and bigger communal tables for groups. Everyone working ws polite and the food was absolutely delicious. We split the pasta, burger and brussel sprouts. I would recommend to a friend and would return

    Happy hour oysters and fries
    Angel H.

    Ambiance was good but was there for the one $1.5 oyster happy hour deal, the oysters were fine but a little small overall service was good

    Tuscan Kale Caesar with chicken
    Liz B.

    I brought some out of town friends here because I figured it'd be nice to eat and then go upstairs to the bar area. Dinner, I got the chicken caesar salad (9/10 was really good) and the fever green (8/10 definitely a strong lemongrass taste) My friends got the crab linguine (9/10 really good definitely a little heavy) and the mistake mushroom rigatoni (7/10 could've used more flavor) Then we ordered another round of drinks and headed upstairs. Maybe it was too early (9:30PM) but it was odd because half of the space was large tables eating the other half was people standing around drinking. We weren't a fan so we left for a more fun bar!

    Deviled eggs goodness
    A. T.

    Crab linguine were star of the show. Need to go back and have two of those. We have started with a bunch of appetizers to share and a cocktail. Drinks are really nice, I got some citrusy flavored cocktail which was fresh and tasty. Deviled eggs, mussels in white sauce, toasted bread, fresh sweet oysters (should've done dozen), everything was delicious and fresh. Pasta not overcooked, hot (don't be a baby, eat carefully and don't burn your tongue) with good amount of lobster mixed in. Lava cake deserves a separate review. I don't even like chocolate, nor I care for lava cakes but that was great! Soft, moist (yes I used work moist), not too sweet, not sticking to your teeth or roof of your mouth. Highly recommended. Everyone very friendly and attentive! Extra points for the door handle

    Steak Frites, risotto, Chicken Schnitzel
    Farnush J.

    One of my favorite spots in the city. The mussels are my go-to starter. The buttery savory cream at the bottom of the dish are perfectly paired with a toasted slice of bread. The crab linguini and baked halibut are absolutely delicious. My favorite drink is the spa day drink. Super refreshing. The service is always a 10/10. The vibes are super chill for dinners with friends or even a date. The later you come, the more fun and upbeat it is.

    Quinoa Bowl
    Helen H.

    TLDR: Simple, cute little restaurant in SoHo serving delicious entrees. Get the mushroom pasta and quinoa bowl. Come here for catch-ups with a friend or two, or maybe a relaxed date night. FOOD: 1. Mushroom Pasta (5/5): Delicious al dente rigatoni with the right amount of cheese and mushrooms so that the cheese didn't overwhelm the taste of the mushroom or pasta. I really loved this since it was so flavorful. Really great portion 2. Quinoa bowl (5/5): We added chicken to it. I really appreciate finding healthy, delicious options at restaurants. This was exactly that -- something I would order every day for lunch at work if I could! Really great portion. OTHER: Really nice server, cool vibes inside with a little darker/dimly lit atmosphere and interesting bar area. Convenient location in SoHo. Overall would come here for a casual meal!

    mold in cheese
    Kelly K.

    Came for brunch with some friends. Got some yummy cocktails and few bites. We got the crab linguini, pear and pistachio salad and the ham and cheese board. Crab linguini was amazing and the salad was very refreshing! However, the cheddar cheese had MOLD! No apologies, they brought us another one but after that I didn't even want to touch the cheese anymore.

    The Soho Burger
    Wendy B.

    Fun Soho vibe, surprisingly friendly staff and very attentive. Tried the Soho Burger, not outstanding but still satisfying. Had a glass happy hour white wine but it wasn't chilled lol.

    Tuscan Kale Caesar
    Amanda D.

    My friend chose this spot for an after work happy hour and everything was *chefs kiss* They do have a $2 oyster happy hour which i loved and then drinks were pretty much just wine and beer. The inside of the restaurant is a little rustic but designed to feel like you're inside of a garden lowkey. (I love the interior) We sat upstairs which was super nice and opted to sit at the bar. My bartender was so friendly and attentive. For my entree, I had the most PERFECT crab linguine (that I still think about til this day). The crab meat to pasta ratio was more than enough. The sauce was seasoned perfectly, that I didnt need to add anything extra other than my usual hot sauce. The portion was honestly fit for just one person and didn't leave me feeling stuffed. My friend got the kale cesar with shrimp which she said was really good. All in all, I cant wait to go back to this place and try their other menu items,

    Salmon
    Sabrina P.

    Cute restaurant in SoHo with vintage decor as an interior and chill vibes! Came here after work in Tribeca and they have happy hour deals until 7 pm ($5 beers, $7 glasses of wine). I thought our waitress was super speedy and friendly, our food also came out quicker than a usual restaurant I felt. We also got the Harry Styles drink which didn't really blow me away. For food, I got the salmon with risotto and thought it was SO good, but a pretty small portion. My boyfriend got the burger and it wasn't the best burger but it was still good. In short, I thought this was a cute find of a restaurant with a fun cocktail menu and good happy hour! If I come back, I would want to check out the upstairs area!

    oysters
    Tina C.

    I really enjoyed my meal & drinks here! I went with two of my girlfriends and we split 3 apps and two entrees. We got the burrata special which was really tasty, oysters (loved the hot sauce it came with), and the french fries were giving elevated mcdonald's. I LOVED the crab pasta & the mushroom one was also so good! The drinks were on point and our waitress was so nice and served us up until the point the upstairs dance floor was too crowded to reach us. At around 10:30pm a disco ball comes out the vibes change into more of a club feel upstairs. Such a fun place to start your night! I'd recommend.

    Katsu Chicken Sandwich
    Andrea C.

    Stumbled upon this absolutely bright and cute brunch spot! I came midday on a saturday and it was pretty crowded, but I had a reservation and was seated quickly. I ordered the katsu chicken salad with fries - portions were big but the chicken was rather dry. The server however was very nice and attentive! 3 stars for the average food, but vibes were nice so maybe I'll give this restaurant another try later on

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    Monkey Bar

    Monkey Bar

    4.3
    (500 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    Monkey Bar became one of my favorite Midtown restaurants because its modern history ran almost…read moreperfectly alongside my years in New York. I arrived in 2008 with very little, and when Graydon Carter revived the restaurant in 2009, I was beginning a rise of my own, first at a large global bank and then, to my astonishment, at one of the city's most powerful investment firms. The suits were daily, the walls were gold, and the pressure was so consuming that even success could feel like a form of attrition. After a few years, I moved to a smaller firm with Southern roots, where the culture was more humane, the work gave me greater autonomy, and I produced some of the strongest results of my career, even within an industry still governed by fear, greed, and status. Inside, the red booths, low lighting, generous spacing, and hand-painted monkey murals made lunch feel ceremonial without becoming stiff. The room was timeless and handsome, with polished service, quality food, and the subtle assurance of a place where you could be proud to bring someone important. I especially remember sitting in one of those booths with 2 mentors, each only a few years older than I was and therefore close enough in vintage to feel relatable, trustworthy, and genuinely within reach. One had entered my life after I left the larger firm and helped me understand an earlier chapter that had also ended abruptly and, at the time, felt deeply unfair; the other had guided me through the smaller firm where I finally found a more sustainable way to work. Over that long lunch, I introduced them, we discussed several promising ideas, and for a moment my career seemed to have reached the point where relationships, experience, and opportunity were finally converging. One of those ideas consumed an extraordinary amount of my time and energy, and I believed it might become the foundation of my next chapter. Instead, the arrangement eventually turned on me, the role I thought I had earned never materialized, and the business itself sputtered. My professional life, financial footing, and pride all collapsed just as COVID was beginning. Then Monkey Bar closed in 2020, which made the ending feel almost unnervingly complete: the restaurant, the city, and the version of myself built around New York finance all went dark at once. For years, I experienced that ending as devastating and unfair; now I can see it as wisdom delivered through an unnecessarily rough process. The restaurant's later revival by a Chicago hospitality group feels fitting because it still honors tradition and ceremony while allowing the old forms to evolve into something healthier, looser, and more current. I have not been back since that lunch, but the idea of returning feels less like reclaiming an old life than dipping a toe into a world I no longer need to inhabit. Even now, I remember Monkey Bar as a great Midtown lunch in a handsome room, surrounded by the residue of old ambitions and the gratitude of having survived them. The cocktails were sharp, the service was polished, and the dining room carried that glamorous old New York energy without feeling trapped by it. I remain deeply fond of the place, partly for what it was and partly for what it witnessed. Some restaurants become attached to a chapter of your life, and Monkey Bar holds mine with unusual grace.

    The truffle monkey bread while a total carb and calorie bomb was delicious and left a lasting…read moreimpression. It featured a crispy, sugar-glazed exterior and a soft, chewy interior, topped with truffle cheese and served with a truffle butter dip; the pairing was superb, and it tasted great both on its own and with the dip. For the main course, I ordered the miso-glazed black cod. The flavor was flawless, and while the portion was small (which was acceptable), the pool of broth accompanying it was completely unnecessary; it was inedibly salty, so what was the point of serving it? After finishing the fish, I was left with a plate full of broth, rendering the plate unusable. Plus, it was overpriced; for this dish, you're better off going to Strip House Strip House remains the undisputed king of this dish in New York. A friend ordered the chicken parmesan. It was just average. Another friend ordered the short rib stroganoff. The flavor was decent, but it was far too rich and heavy. As someone whose palate is split 50/50 between Western and Chinese cuisine, I could manage only five bites at most. If you have a palate that prefers 100% Chinese food, proceed with caution on this dish. Friends ordered sides of mac & cheese and mashed potatoes. These are dishes originally meant for low-income Americans to fill up on cheaply; there's no limit to how good they can be, but also no floor to how bad they can get. Both were on par with the average quality found in upscale restaurants. Honestly, these are two dishes I would never order myself. To sum up: the atmosphere was great. It's also hard to get a reservation; the place was packed when we had lunch at 2 PM. Aside from that monkey bread, I didn't feel like anything else justified the price or offered something you couldn't find elsewhere. I don't quite get the hype. Perhaps I just didn't order the right dishes; maybe next time I'll try the burger and the steak.

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    Bourbon and Branch

    Bourbon and Branch

    4.3
    (302 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    Private events
    Casual dining

    Visited on my way to see Lady Gaga at MSG, and this was the perfect spot! The interior is gorgeous…read morewith lots of gold and has a very mid-century modern feel that I absolutely love. The staff was very welcoming and just as excited as all the fans headed to the concert, who clearly made up the majority of the patrons. They offered custom cocktails themed for the concert, including my favorite, "Wine With A Smile"--a drink Lady Gaga herself loves, built on red wine, diet coke, and maraschino cherries. They also had a wonderful espresso martini, a bacon & fig old fashioned, and made a solid dirty martini. The slider stack was absolutely delicious and so filling that it ended up being the only food option we got. I will certainly be back when attending any event at MSG in the future!

    After a full day of wandering the city with friends, we stopped by Bourbon and Branch for a drink…read morebefore heading to the train station to go home. We sat at the bar upstairs and it was pretty empty. It was nice having the place to ourselves. The cool thing is that they have happy hour on Sundays. Therefore, that is what I went with. I got the margarita off the happy hour menu. Eventually, one margarita turned into two. Our bartender was nice. I didn't try any food here, but I'd love to come back. As a person who loves bourbon and whiskey, I'd like to come back and try some of their bourbon based cocktails. Bourbon and Branch seems like a really cool spot and it's not far from Penn Station. I'll definitely keep it in mind next time I hit the city.

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    The Corner Store

    The Corner Store

    4.3
    (132 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Figured it's been a year so I'd update my review. Overall the Corner Store is still hard to get…read moreinto and still worth the hype, although portions have definitely shrunk. Did an earlier dinner on a Saturday with a friend at the bar. We got some similar items, some different. The thing I kept the same was my martinis and all three (sour cream and onion, tomato, and espresso) were just as amazing as ever. Food-wise, I stuck mainly to the classics with one new dish: - Pizza rolls: Very good but 3 pizza rolls for $20 felt small to me. I feel like I remember seeing others served more when I've gone in the past, but not completely sure. They're nostalgic and fun, nothing to die for. - Fries: Great as ever, we opted for just one of the sauces (avocado dill). - French Dip: This used to be cut in 3 pieces and now it's 2. Works well with a duo but I do think it's actually a little smaller now than before when I compare photos. - Samoa sundae: Still amazing, still so so worth. It was fun going with a friend who hadn't been before and seeing the joy upon trying the dish! Bar service is friendly as always and they do a decent job moving you along to ensure the necessary turnover without feeling too rushed.

    Finally made it. Took the advice of others and arrived a little before 3pm. They start taking names…read morefor the cancellation line at 4:30. We were texted at 5:15 a spot at the bar was available. We were thrilled! Started with the sour cream & onion martini which i enjoyed and comes with a small side of chips. The musts: The caesar salad is outstanding. Tons of cheese. The fried cream cheese croquettes. The everything bagel croutons! The five cheese pizza rolls -yes! Wagyu French Dip served with au jous - outstanding Lobster & Caviar Roll Sour cream & onion martini Ok: French fries are fine. A little salty. Saoma sundae - lots of coconut Skip: Spinach & Artichoke Dip - meh. Had better at Applebees. The sauce trio for the fries - all were too salty. The service is outstanding. Everything was on point even though we sat at the bar. The attention to detail is great. Our course were staggered and we never felt rushed. Now is it worth showing up 2+ hour in advance hoping to get in. I don't think so. Once they hype dies down and you can book a reservation check it out.

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    Friedman's

    Friedman's

    4.0
    (3.4k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Had reservations for 2 on a Saturday afternoon and the place was packed. We got there about three…read moreminutes late, but they seated us within 5 minutes in a booth. It was our first time eating at a Friedman's location. It had a nice diner feel to it, with a mix of booths and tables. The brunch menu has a variety of breakfast items, salads, sandwiches and burgers, starters, and entrees (fish tacos, grain bowl, fried chicken). I like that several of the items are naturally gluten free, and some can be made gluten free by request. We decided to go with three breakfast items from the brunch menu: I got the shakshuka, my sister got the Nova Benny, and we got the lemon ricotta pancakes to share. All 3 dishes were great. The shashuka came with grilled ciabatta, perfect for dipping into the sunny side eggs and tomato sauce. My sister loved that the poached eggs and smoked salmon of the Nova Benny came on top of a crispy potato latke. The pancakes were fluffy and the lemon ricotta and lemon zest elevated their flavor. Our server was friendly and attentive, and he asked us if we had any allergies when he took our order. He came by several times to check on us and refill water. I would return to Friedman's when I'm in the Herald Square area, or check out one of their other locations in the city.

    Came on a busy Thursday morning at nine am. Got a decaf iced vanilla latte and a nova Benny and the…read moreMac and cheese. And lemme just say the food came out sooo quick. The Benedict was so delicious. I've never had it on a crispy hash brown type before. It was good and a massive portion. Mac and cheese was alright, though I would probably opt out of it next time. I was so full I totally forgot to drink my latte but the latte was good too. Ambiance was nice clean and very busy.

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    Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
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    Zou Zou’s

    Zou Zou’s

    4.2
    (584 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$$
    Full bar
    Gluten-free friendly

    Went to Zou Zou's for a little bday celebration with gfs and had a great time. Not to mention,…read morethere was such a sweet little bday care when we got to the table. So thoughtful, and such a great touch to start the evening for us. We decided to order the family style menu and we enjoyed the whole dinner. All of the dishes on the menu were really good and great price for $74pp. I wish we had a 4th in our party so we couldve had the duck, but we'll definitely be returning to do so. The dips were so good and so fresh! I think all of the dishes were perfectly seasoned. I get sad when dishes are overly seasoned or overly salty. Oh, and im not much of a sweet tooth, but their dessert was marvelous and the sweetness was balanced so nicely.

    Came back here for dinner largely to get the cheesecake. It's certainly unique and huge - both this…read moreand the caramelized pineapple could feed 4 people each. The cheese is on the lighter side and the textural combination is nice, sort of like a baklava cheesecake but crispier and lighter. I like heavier cheesecakes though. Drinks: golden negroni was spot on, but didn't like the sangria. They had a medjool cocktail that went off the menu to my disappointment. Appetizers: the octopus carpaccio was the best and I'd order again. The tuna tartare was a little too heavy on the sauce flavor, and the golden beets were unmemorable. The yellowtail was good I think, but didn't stand out either. Mains: the duck borek has more of a sausage like meat texture. I thought it was decent but the meat being duck didn't do much and I've had better boreks in Astoria. It comes with a vegetable side that is a nice offset. I tried a friend's lamb chops and this was really good with the cooked cherries.

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    Lillie's Victorian Establishment

    Lillie's Victorian Establishment

    3.9
    (2.1k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    The food was wonderful. It took them about 36 minutes to come and take our order which would be…read morefine if they hadn't started to bus our table while we were eating because they had another reservation to fill. If you need a good turnaround time I would encourage you to service your customers faster. The service overall was very nice and the food was good. Just did not make me want to return.

    I almost missed it at first, it's a bit tucked away, but finding Lillie's feels like discovering a…read morehidden gem. The moment you step inside, you're transported to the Victorian era, with ornate details and charming décor that make the entire space feel like an experience in itself. We stopped in before a show without a reservation and, while the dining room was full, we were able to grab seats at the bar. Honestly, I think it worked out for the best--the bar felt more spacious than the table seating and had a relaxed, unhurried atmosphere for a Wednesday afternoon. The mocktails were as creative as they were delicious, and the cocktail menu offered plenty of tempting options as well. The bartenders were attentive, friendly, and impressively efficient, striking that perfect balance of great service without constantly interrupting your conversation. We shared the sliders and the summer salad, and both were generously portioned and perfect for splitting. Between the beautiful setting, excellent drinks, and seamless service, this is definitely a place I'll be returning to.

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    Lillie's Victorian Establishment
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