The Wilson is an impressive restaurant that opened up last year, situated between NoMad and Chelsea. It has a surprising location since this neighborhood is not exactly a dining destination. The restaurant has an extensive interior with multiple floors and a large patio that’s heated in cooler weather. There’s even an event space and terrace. We opted to dine al fresco for brunch.
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Woodpecker by David Burke is serving up its own innovative twist on the US Open’s Official Cocktail. Its version of The Honey Deuce is made with Grey Goose Vodka, lemon, raspberry and honeydew. Woodpecker by David Burke is a great venue for catching all the matches. Helmed by the talented chef, artist, entrepreneur, and innovator, David Burke, Woodpecker by David Burke specializes in wood-fired American fare. The menu includes a variety of savory wood-roasted meats, fish, vegetables, and pizzas. 30 W. 30th St., reservations@
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The Wilson is an ideal venue for a US Open doubles date. Grab a front row seat on the patio to catch the action on the 80” screen or cozy up inside on a barstool with a perfect view of one of three flatscreens. Enjoy a snack while sipping on The Honey Deuce Bramble—a twist on The Honey deuce—the Official Cocktail of the US Open. This chill cocktail is crafted with Grey Goose Vodka, lemon, raspberry, and cantaloupe. 132 W. 27th St., reservations@
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“There’s nothing better than getting together with friends under a summer sunset and playing a hilarious game of trivia, whether the theme is VH1 top hits or Kevin Bacon movies,” writes Chloe N., a Summer reader from the Rockaways. Her recommended place to play: Bungalow Bar in Rockaway Beach, where every Monday is Trivia Monday. It gets packed during the summer, Chloe writes, so arrive early to “find prime seating, set up your team name and, of course, grab a drink from one of two bars.”
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Alli Torres, bartender at Refinery Rooftop in New York City
Angel’s Envy; hands down. The port finish really rounds it and leaves the smoothest sip unlike a handful of other brash barrels you see out there. With OGs like the Henderson family at the helm, it’s hard not to have their legacy shine through for a delicious sipping bourbon.
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Check out the specialty cocktails, which include Huckleberry Lemonade and the Pineapple Express — rum, Coco López and pineapple juice served in a frozen pineapple shell with rum-soaked pineapple skewers.
The large menu includes a raw bar as well as burgers, steak and chicken dishes. The impressive Seafood Tower stacks Maine lobster, east and west oysters, clams, shrimp and crab.
“We always say come for the sunset and stay until sunrise,” said co-owner Sean Tubridy. “We really focus on the customer experience.”
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It’s only right for an upscale artsy hotel to have an upscale artsy hotel restaurant. Enter Cleo. Now, what I absolutely love is that they’ve taken Mediterranean food which is inherently known for it’s fresh flavorful ingredients and an air of comforting homeyness and elevated it into an edible art experience.
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Trademark, New York, New York
The banana pudding of your younger years just got a cheffy upgrade. Think brown butter Nilla-inspired wafers, lightly sweetened whipped cream, and a torched golden Fluff-style topping. Make sure you dig all the way down with your spoon to get every delicious component in every bite.
Rave restaurant review: “Every time we go, we are so happy we did! Service is impeccable, food is delish, and the ambiance is delightful.”
Make a reservation at Trademark.
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Chia and Chickpea Burger at The Wilson, New York, New York
Chef Jeff Haskell coats his chickpea burger with chia seeds before cooking, then layers on cashew cheese, pickled beets, and Little Gem lettuce, turning a one-trick pony into a refined vegan powerhouse. Make a reservation at The Wilson.
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Parker & Quinn (Midtown) Labor Day Weekend is better known as “Lobster Day Weekend” at Parker & Quinn. Celebrate the long weekend with a quintessential Lobster Boil ($35) that includes a whole Lobster, corn, heirloom petite potatoes, chorizo and can of Montauk Beer. This special will run all weekend from Friday-Monday, so come by once, twice, or every day. Visit: https://parkerandquinn.
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