Around Town: Tribeca Grill, New York City

On the corner of a cobblestone street in Tribeca, you will find a restaurant co-owned by Robert de Niro called Tribeca Grill. The brick walls, unique lighting fixtures, and colorful paintings by De Niro’s father make this restaurant extremely comfortable and enjoyable to eat in. The service is friendly and attentive, and as the lunch crowd filed in over the hour, it still felt roomy. I enjoyed the Tribeca Grill’s Daily Burger with cheese and Ale sauce, and couldn’t help but indulge in the chocolate cake. A very satisfying lunch with an even better ambiance.

P.S. Try Babbo for another cozy setting in NYC.

{Photos by Lauren}

Around Town: Babbo, New York City

Mario Batali can do no wrong. After loving Pizzeria Mozza and Eataly, I wanted to try out Batali’s New York City restaurant, Babbo Ristorante, to see what all the amazing reviews were about. Babbo is on a side street in the West Village,  and it could not be more charming. With a dim and intimate downstairs and an airy and spacious upstairs, Babbo offers a comfortable and private space to dine with friends and family. The food is made from local and fresh ingredients, and the flavors in each dish are incredibly rich. The Mozzarella di Bufala appetizer had the freshest mozzarella I have ever tasted. You definitely will not be disappointed here.

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Setting: Intimate, cozy, and comfortable

Good for: Family dinner, date night, business meetings

What to order: Mozzarella di Bufalawith Ramps and Olio Verde, Black Spaghetti with Rock Shrimp, Spicy Salami Calabrese and  Green Chilies, Pappardelle Bolognese, and Goose Liver Ravioli with Balsamic Vinegar and Brown Butter

Downsides: It can be hard to get a table, so be sure to make a reservation

Recommend: Sharing an appetizer with your friends/family and having your own main dish

{photos by a dash of cinema}