I challenge you to dine solo during NYC Restaurant Week because waiting on your friends to join you is not the key to success. Sometimes you have to do it on your own.
Here are a few places you can try:
1. Zuma
Honestly the price point here is really $$$$ so why wouldn’t you catch this deal? Besides, I’m standing by the food here, it’s a tastebuds party.
Type of restaurant: Japanese
Perfect for: Your Sex and the City lunch date or even a double date.
What you need to know: They do shared plates here so just know you’re ordering for the table.
2. Baan
Who knew there was even another restaurant near mother burger and blockheads? When you’re too thirsty for margaritas, you may not even peep.
Type of restaurant: Korean
Perfect for: This is first date or second date material
What you need to know: The Bulgogi is a must. You get to cook it yourself, eat good and get this experience at the same d*mn time.
3. Miss Lily’s
Who Jah bless, no man can curse. Need I say more?
Type of restaurant: Caribbean
Perfect for: Good vibes
What you need to know: There are two locations, but the Soho location is my favorite!
4. Raymi
Type of restaurant: Peruvian
Perfect for: Any occasion
What you need to know: The sangria is normally delicious and you can get a free Pisco early in the week when you check in on yelp.
5. Bodega Negra
Type of restaurant:
Perfect for: Intimate date night
What you need to know: It’s “hidden” at the Dream Hotel, don’t mistake the outside cafe for the real location.
Type of restaurant: Japanese
Perfect for: Any occasion
What you need to know: The spicy tuna crispy rice is a must!
7. Fonda
Type of restaurant: Mexican
Perfect for: Catching up with friends
What you need to know: The place is really laid back. So don’t try for anything serious.
I also plan to visit The View, Hakassan NY, and Cafe D’Alsace for the first time. Maybe, just maybe, they will make the list next year of must visits.
