Gramercy Tavern

"There are two different ways to experience Gramercy Tavern. In the back, there’s the upscale dining room, where you can book a table and eat a tasting menu for $175. If you want a special-occasion spot that feels less like a museum and more like someone’s very nice home in Aspen, that’s where you should sit. But we prefer the more casual tavern area up front where you can eat some excellent brick chicken or a top-notch burger. If you need a last-minute spot to impress some people, stop by and get a few seats at the bar." - willa moore, bryan kim, matt tervooren

"This Danny Meyer classic with chef Michael Anthony at the helm offers two options for dining. There’s the more casual tavern with bacon-cheddar biscuits, broccolini salad, a Tavern burger or grilled pork shoulder among mains. And there’s the more tailored dining room with its seasonal tasting menu, with dishes like lobster salad, Elysian Fields lamb, and and apple and quince tart." - Melissa McCart

"A New York City restaurant known for its contemporary American cuisine and rustic charm." - Melissa McCart

"Restaurateur Danny Meyer and chef Michael Anthony's perennial favorite has one star. The dining room has a $175 per person tasting menu while the Tavern is a la carte." - Eater Staff

"Michael Anthony, executive chef at the iconic Gramercy Tavern, says that Thanksgiving service, from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., is the busiest day of the year, even though the restaurant only opened for the holiday three years ago. “It is incredible, really. The turnout is amazing,” he said. For staff, the restaurant does an extended family meal with a snack bar that’s replenished with lunch, afternoon snacks, and early dinner. And yes, it’s been fully booked since reservations went live." - Melissa McCart