209 East 49th st. between 2nd and 3rd avenue 212 751 4545
Executive Chef Richard Sandoval opened a new tapas lounge located under another one of his venues, Pampano. This newly designed Mexican tapas bar offers 30 small plates, that are perfect for sharing, to go with their Latin-inspired wine list, tequila menu and eight different flavored sangrias.
Spring Natural Kitchen - Columbus
474 Columbus Ave. 646-596-7434
The highly anticipated Soho’s Spring Street Natural opened a spin-off of their downtown location, uptown where progressive Executive Chef Direk Srongloop can implement his menu filled with fresh and organic ingredients.
46 Henry Street near Cranberry Street 347 343-5343
The Indian super chain is now open to bring some flavor to Brooklyn Heights. Baluchi’s is now one of the three Indian Restaurants located in this neighborhood. To go against their competition, they are offering 50% off their “executive lunch special,” which includes an appetizer and entrée. This deal also comes with naan, rice, cucumber raita and mango chutney.
28 East 12th St., near University Pl. 212 627 0900
Dorado Tacos, a Boston-based taqueria, has opened another location in Greenwich Village. This Baja California style shop specializes in fish tacos, soups, salads and quesadillas with Mexican beer to wash it down. Although not listed on the menu, Dorado will also be serving egg-filled breakfast tacos on the weekends, according to Grub Street.
1504 Lexington Avenue (at 97th Street) 212 722 8959
Earl’s Beer and Cheese tests the waters with wine in their new project ABV. They serve four wines on tap along with a list of over 100 wines-by-the-bottle showing off products from small rural producers along with organic and biodynamic wines. Some innovative dishes include roasted heritage pork with butternut squash and crispy smelt served with fried pickles.
1691 Broadway, near 53rd Street 212 247 9065
Looking for a treat from down-under? Pie Face is now open serving pies in their flaky, golden crust with a sweet or savory filling. Available in both 4-inch and three bite minis, you can stop in for either a snack or a meal.