Three NYC Eats
New York City is full of restaurants to choose from, the world is quite literally your oyster there. Below are some recommendations for the next time you may be visiting New York. None of these will disappoint!
Sagaponack
This restaurant immediately came to mind when I thought of places I wanted to recommend. The vibes of this place were unmatched and the food was something to remember. It is an American/seafood restaurant that's located at 4 W 22nd St in NY at the Metropolitan room in Sagaponack. When you open the Sagaponack menu, you can expect to see a lot of seafood-oriented dishes amongst other dinners and lunches. Salmon, steak, burrata, and muscles are a few examples of some plates on there. I ordered the risotto which consisted of black tiger shrimp, chorizo, and chilis. It was SO. GOOD. I cannot recommend this specific dish enough! They also have “bites,” which seems to consist of foods like Brussels sprouts, chicken bites, and parmesan fries. The different drinks were so unique, DELICIOUS, and exciting to try! The drinks were a huge part of the dining experience and contributed to the overall vibe and recommendation. Five stars from me! You need to check it out!
Avena in Downtown
Just walking inside of this place felt like an authentic New York experience. Avena is a Northern Italian restaurant that's tucked away at 260 6th Ave in NY. The atmosphere of this hidden gem is a huge selling point for me given how aesthetically pleasing it is with features like brick walls, lush plants, and botanical greenery inside and out. Not only are the dishes Instaworthy but the environment is too, in case you wanted to snap a quick pic ;). If I had to sum this restaurant up in three short words, they would be dark, romantic, and delicious. This is one of the best places for authentic Italian cuisine. I had a three-course meal when I went here and every single dish was delicious. A quick glimpse into their menu: Pasta! From Alla vodka to tortellini any pasta lover is sure to like these incredible pasta dishes. Lobster, meatballs, steak, and branzino are a few other listed menu dishes. There is also a variety of delicious desserts, which you have to make sure to save room for. Fondente al Cioccolato, Tiramisú (so good), Homemade Gelati E Sorbetti, Panna Cotta with Fresh Strawberries, and Millefoglie. I CANNOT recommend this restaurant enough! From the service to the ambiance, you will for sure not be left unsatisfied.
Pennsylvania 6
For a less fancy but still delicious restaurant, Pennsylvania 6 did not disappoint. This restaurant was a great place to eat, and the environment and service experience was impeccable as well which is always a bonus. We even received complimentary shots when we dined here! Pennsylvania 6 is primarily an American restaurant located at 132 W 31st in NY. We ordered the oysters when we went and they came on this cool two tiered tray, they were really yummy. Seriously, so good! No matter who you're with or what they like to eat, everyone will be guaranteed to find something to satisfy their palette. From breakfast to brunch lunch or dinner, there is a dish for whatever time of day you decide to give it a try. They have breakfast and brunch foods such as avocado toast and eggs Benedict (looked delicious). They have so many appetizers, for instance, yellowfin tuna tartare or mac and cheese. For lunch anything from flatbreads and crispy chicken sandwiches to wings or even a good salad. And if you're planning on popping in for dinner, you can find things like strip steak and filet mignon on the menu. Bucatini & clams are undoubtedly delicious because I LOVED the clams I ordered! There are still also things like pizza or even vodka rigatoni on the menu. (I've still hardly even mentioned everything!) All meals are prepared and garnished to the nines and the plating is so good. As far as the atmosphere, a solid 10/10 as I had a fun yet relaxed dining experience here. If you ever find yourself lost as to what to eat, remember Pennsylvania 6 NYC and give them a try for any occasion.
