Liberty Bistro is a go-to for a sun-soaked lunch with a view. Their patio is stunning on a warm…read moreday--perfect for sipping wine and people-watching in the heart of the city. My usuals: * The Branzino is always a win * The mussels are fresh and full of flavor * The Caesar salad with tuna is a solid choice Top it off with a chilled bottle of white, and it's the perfect afternoon.

Keeping It Real!! I…read morewent with my sister to one of her favorite spots to celebrate my birthday. We've been here plenty of times, but this visit was... a mixed bag. The Drink: I decided to try their signature Frozé, which sounded like a dream on paper: Hampton Water Rosé, Grey Goose Vodka, Lillet Rosé, and Elderflower. Fancy, floral, and promising. The presentation was Instagram-worthy--garnished with a freeze-dried lemon wedge and a tiny flower. But watching the bartender handle those garnishes with bare hands? Not exactly confidence-inspiring. Taste-wise, it was sweet. Like, "I've hit my sugar quota for the day" sweet. At $18, it's standard NYC pricing, but I couldn't tell if I was tipsy or just riding a glucose high. A second round? My blood sugar said absolutely not. ‍ The Vibe: The place was nearly empty, and the maître d' gave off serious "why are you here?" energy. We asked about sitting outside and got a reaction like we'd requested a private yacht. Not the warmest welcome. The Letdowns besides the way too sweet drink...No happy hour pricing on the signature drink? Oof. That stung a little! Good thing I couldn't have another drink. Le District has its charm, and I've had better experiences here in the past. But this visit didn't quite hit the mark. Pretty drinks, meh service, and a sugar overload--not exactly the trifecta I was hoping for...

We arrived early for a ferry ride with our son the boat captain, so we came here for a bit. It was…read moresomething like 3pm on a Tuesday and we were the only one in the phase. We got a burger, a Long Island iced tea and a gin n tonic. Everything was good but the best thing about this place was the waiter and bartender. Both were very friendly and personable. Prices were good and very convenient to Wall St Pier. I would go back there again.

I couldn't find this restaurant after walking up and down the stairs as well as asking security…read more By the time I walked all the way around the construction, the restaurant was closed even before the time listed. I'm unlikely to try coming back. Perhaps, their other locations are better managed.

While I was visiting New York City for work, I ended up going to Joseph's Restaurant for dinner one…read moreof the evening some work colleagues! The restaurant is located in the Financial District near The Battery. The restaurant has a really welcoming atmosphere that works perfectly for a business lunch or dinner! The menu has a variety of options to choose from pastas, chicken, steak, antipasti and more! Some of the options include the following Ravioli Primavera Gnocchi Bolognese Fettucine Cacio E Pepe Crispy Sea Bass Chicken Parmesan Grilled Hanger Steak Veal Chop and so much more! It was so difficult for me to choose between the carbonara and the cacio e pepe. I ended up ordering the carbonara, and it was fantastic! The pasta was cooked perfectly, the sauce was rich and flavorful, and it had that comforting, homemade quality. You could tell those noodles were fresh! It was easily one of the best meals I had during my time in the city. As good as the pasta was, I have to give some credit to dessert as well! I ordered the pineapple upside down cake, and it was absolutely delicious. Sweet without being overwhelming, moist, and a great way to finish the meal. if I went back, I'd order it again! The last time I had a Pineapple Upside down cake was in Hawaii. The service was fantastic! Everyone we interacted with was friendly, and attentive! The staff did a great job taking care of our group! Joseph's Restaurant was an excellent dining experience. Great food, fantastic service, and a amazing atmosphere which made it a perfect spot for dinner with colleagues in the Financial District. This is a for sure spot that I'll need to stop by again the next time in the New York City's Financial District!

Classic, old school italian joint! Came here for a business lunch recently and ordered off their…read moreprix frixe menu. Everything tasted great, and good service that didn't feel rushed. Might have been priced a little high but... guess that's on par for FiDi! Definitely a good spot for a nice lunch or to bring out of towners, would keep it on my radar for those types of meals.

Felice was the perfect spot for a work dinner, especially on a rainy New York night. Cozy, warm,…read moreand just the right level of elevated without feeling stuffy. The food and service were both excellent, making it easy to relax and actually enjoy the evening. It's also incredibly convenient if you're staying at the hotel it's connected to, honestly hard to beat being able to just head upstairs after a great meal. Would absolutely come back for the ambiance alone, but the overall experience really delivers.

Vibe/ambiance: inside the Hyatt Thompson hotel Service:…read morestandard Reservation: walked in Items ordered: ricotta toast, arancini, bruschetta, fettuccine alla bolognese everything was just alright, no standouts

HUGE SLICES!! The pepperoni on their vodka pepperoni slice…read morewas so nice and crispy, I really enjoyed it! They're open till late, so a great spot to get something in the area. And they serve alcohol

A small spot packing some BIG pizza flavor. I heard a lot about this place, and finally got to try…read moreit when one of my best buds decided to have part of his 40th bday meet up here. The place is pretty small, but has some table room in the back, along with small area in the front (with a full bar FTW!) We did happen to come during a rough heatwave, with the HVAC having some issues that day (but apparently that was just bad timing/has been fixed), but other than that, the place is pretty neat. Onnnn to pizza! We were a group of about 10-12, so we just ordered a bunch of pies (and the owner graciously through in some goodies - helps that my friend's brother and the owner had worked together lol) - and ended up tasting: Round Margherita Pie - it's a classic and they do it well! Really fresh ingredients, no flop at all, tangy sauce - a delight. Square Vodka Pesto - crisssspy crust (and this square was thinner / more 'Roman' than 'Sicilian' slice, which I love) and I'm just a sucker for all things pesto. Likewise, a delight. Double Vodka Roni Pie - This one is Sicilian style, though was not heavy at all! Loaded with ronis, this is definitely a crowd-pleaser! Truffle Cacio e Pepe - Decccccadence! Pure decadence lol. I had to pace myself with this one, as it's rather rich (and there were other pies to try), but good lordy, if you wanna treat yourself, this would is a prime candidate. Pepperoni Garlic Knots - looooooved it. I mean, how could you [k]not?! Good and garlicky meets generously infused ronis. A banger. The staff (and owner) were super nice, the pizza was delightful...this new addition to the NYC pizza scene should be everyone's to-do list!

Personally, I prefer Pizza Pasta over this spot…read more The views are beautiful and the staff is great, but the food isn't as good - and I have no idea why!!! We had: - Caesar Salad - very good - Ravioli Zucca - Butternut squash ravioli, which I normally love but not this. It was too "vegetabley." Not sweet and smooth. It didn't have that butternut squash taste. - Maltagliati alla Norcina - Spinach lasagna - normally a heavy dish, but this one says hold may beer..... Crazy heavy, like insanely heavy. - Bread with Olive Oil - very good We had a nice lunch but definitely prefer Pizza Pasta over this.

My friend and I participated in restaurant week as we do every year and we decided to dine at this…read morerestaurant. I've always seen this restaurant roaming the city and was so glad to see that they were participating. So the reservations were quickly made :) We walked through the Oculus to get to the restaurant and upon entering it felt like we were in a Trader Joe's, or WholeFoods and we were kind of confused lol so I asked one of the cashiers how to get to the restaurant. He told me that there were three restaurants on the premises, then proceeded to ask me which one was I referring to. I told him Vino and he pointed straight ahead. The host greeted us, and took us to our seats, which was near a window with views of outside. I was staring straight at Century 21 lol. The atmosphere is very relaxed and chill. I love the fact that if I wanted to go grocery shopping right after I could just get up from my seat, grab a basket, make a slight turn and start shopping :) Our waitress came, greeted us and handed us the menus. For starters, I got the Insalata Colorata salad and I added chicken. It was absolutely delicious. My friend got the fried Carnaroli rice balls which I have tasted and it's pretty good. As we sat and enjoyed and finished our appetizer, there was a guy walking around not sure what his title was but he asked us if we were finished and I told him no we were waiting for our entrées. He walked around several times, and my friend and I both looked at each other and said that the wait between our appetizer, and entrées was ridiculous. When our entrées finally arrived I could honestly say I enjoyed my Cacio e Pepe which was so creamy and smooth and well seasoned it was absolutely divine. And my friend got the Pappardelle mushroom ragú which she absolutely loved. And for our desserts, we both got Tiramisu which unfortunately was the worst we have tasted because it was mostly mascarpone cheese and very little lady finger crumbles on the bottom dusted with cocoa powder on top. The first drink that we ordered was the Limoncello Spritz which cost $18 and it looked very refreshing, but as we tasted it, we both stared at each other and stirred the drink and tasted it again, and it was overly sweet. It tasted like we were drinking a glass of simple syrup. So we both told the waitress that we wanted to replace that drink with another. So we ended up getting the Aperol Spritz which cost $16 and it was much better, but there was a bitter taste at the end of each sip. We quickly realized that the bitter taste went away after we ate our food, so I guess that's what they mean when they say certain drinks, pairs better with certain foods. At the end of our meal we received our bill, looked it over and realize that we were being charged for the first drink that we did not like and sent back and brought it to the waitress attention, and she told us that our replacement drink was the same price when it was not so my friend pulled up the menu to show her that the replacement drink was less than the first drink, but she was very adamant, saying that she thought it was the same price. Thinking and knowing is two different things. Overall, I enjoyed my dinner. The best part was the appetizer and entrée I do recommend and I do hope for future reference that the Tiramisu will get better. Cheers

Really incredible vibe and great food. Went to eataly and it happened to be lunchtime and thought,…read more'Oh my gosh, maybe I should try one of the restaurants here.' I was seated at a bar table overlooking the memorial . It was really peaceful and an incredible service experience. I ordered the $25 pricefixed menu. And got the buratta appetizer and the pasta entrée. I was completely stuffed and took more than half of it home. Overall, it's exactly what I expected from Eataly and would be back.

There are several mini restaurants with different themes (I visited the bar of the…read moreFlorence-inspired) and the service as well as the food was outstanding. The views from the windows were breathtaking as the sun sets over the downtown Manhattan skyline and the Trade Center skycaper complex. Not many know about how spectacular these views and restaurants are, so it was not super crowded. I had their Negroni version and Red Wine, and their pulpetti (meatballs) which are mostly served in Italy as an appetizer. The service at the bar was fantastic!

Amazing tacos, margaritas and staff! I don't understand why this place has less than five stars so…read moreI will do my part to boost the rating because it is a hidden gem! I try different tacos every time ai come and all of them have been amazing...I never would have thought scallop tacos would work but they do! The staff, different people at different times have all been friendly, patient and polite. They give family vibes! This place is great and the beat part is the drinks taste great and are reasonably priced as well as the food!

A great happy hour that will leave you smiling and chuckling. We had the 2 Abis as our servers and…read moreboth were equally great. I ordered the Barbacoa Taco, Shrimp & the BBQ Pork - my fave was the shrimp. The barbacoa was good but it was lacking maybe an onion..