From Carbone to Fish Cheeks: NYC’s Hottest Spring Dining Spots

This spring, we’ve curated a guide to some of the top restaurants and bars in the city. Below, you’ll find a list of the most unforgettable flavors, enticing abiences, including spaces like Carriage House, Fish Cheeks, Carbone, and more.

Fish Cheeks

NoHo & Williamsburg

Renowned for its bold, seafood-centric Thai dishes and vibrant atmosphere, Fish Cheeks is a go-to for those craving vivid, unapologetic flavors. Co-founded by Jenn Saesue and Chat Suansilphong, the restaurant is a heartfelt celebration of the team’s cultural and culinary heritage. The menu highlights fresh ingredients and intense flavors, with standout dishes like the Coconut Crab Curry and Steamed Fish with Thai Herbs. A Williamsburg exclusive, the MAMA Tom Yum is a must try when in the neighborhood— served with Wavy ramen noodles layered with crispy pork belly, shrimp, squid, and jumbo lump crab meat, and all topped with egg yolks in a rich, aromatic Tom Yum broth, that perfectly balances spice, tang, and umami.

What we love: It’s the closest you can get to a Thai seaside feast without leaving Manhattan. 
Book your reservation HERE

Cafe Chelsea

Chelsea

Nestled inside the historic Hotel Chelsea, Cafè Chelsea is a love letter to classic French dining with just the right amount of NYC edge. The space is illuminated by soft lighting and accented by carefully curated vintage decor, inviting you to slow down, enjoy. The all-day menu leans into traditional french staples: tartare de Boeuf is rich and peppery, their French Onion Soup arrives under a bubbling cap of cheese, and the Ravioles du dauphiné—a Comèt- filled pasta in vin jaune butter—is indulgent in the best way. It’s the kind of place where lunch lingers and dessert is non-negotiable. 

What we love: warm madeleine—light, buttery, and just sweet enough to leave you wishing for more. 
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Bangkok Supper Club

West Village

There’s no shortage of good Thai food in New York, but Bangkok Supper Club truly stands apart by turning up both the flavor and the atmosphere. Tucked away into the West Village,the space feels like a dream—with vintage furniture, moody lighting, and a cool 60’s hum that makes it equally suited for date night or a group sinner. Curated by Chef Max Wittawat, the menu is built for sharing, centered on charcoal-grilled meats and seafood, that nod to Bangkok’s vibrant street food scene. Standouts include pork jowl skewers, crispy rice salads, and grilled shrimp that tastes like it came straight off the cart—even better. 

What we love: Thai flavors that shine all the way to the bar, with cocktails that balance heat, citrus, and surprise.
Book your reservation HERE

Strange Delight

Brooklyn

Brooklyn born and laced with southern charm, Strange Delight channels the vibrant flavors and festive spirit of  New Orleans. With tiled walls and vintage accents, the space feels like a love letter to Louisiana oyster bars. The menu leans into southern comfort with a seafood centric menu featuring standout dishes like charbroiled oysters, doused in black pepper butter and finished with parmesan and breadcrumbs, and BBQ shrimp, swimming in a rich, peppery, worcester sauce that practically demands a piece of bread for dipping. 

What we love: The Ramos Gin Fizz—frothy, floral, and worth every second of its legendary shake time.
Book your reservation HERE

Carbone

Greenwich Village

The NYC Carbone is where it all began. Since opening in 2012, the village hotspot has mastered the art of dinner as a theater. Old-school Italian-American dining gets the red carpet treatment here— black-tie service, swinging sinatra and red leather banquettes set the scene. The menu is pure nostalgia, elevated: spicy rigatoni alla vodka, veal parm so big it drapes off the plate, and a caesar salad tossed tableside that deserves a spotlight. 

What we love: The Carbone tableside banana flambè— because the show shouldn’t end with dinner. 
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Pura Vida Miami

Williamsburg

Filled with sunshine and a cool laid back vibe, Pura Vida Miami offers a small escape from the hustle and bustle of the big city. With bright, coastal-inspired decor and a menu as vibrant as the space is, this cafe is all about nourishing the body without compromising on flavor. Known for their delicious acai bowls, vibrant smoothies, and creative toast options, Pura Vida makes it easy to indulge without guilt. Everything on their menu has been thoughtfully designed to keep you feeling light, energized, and ready to take on the day. 

What we love: The New Yorker—Toasted sourdough, loaded with whipped za’tar cream cheese*, chopped scallions, smoked salmon, juicy tomatoes, pickled red onions, alfalfa sprouts, and a drizzle of lemon oil.
Check out the menu HERE

Rosella

East Village

Set in one of Manhattan’s most eclectic neighborhoods, Rosella rewrites the rules of traditional Japanese dining through a commitment to sustainability and local sourcing. There’s no blue fine here– and that’s the point. No flash, or formality—just quiet confidence and a deep respect for where the ingredients come from. Think: trout that comes with a New York zip code. The vibe is warm, the wine list is fun, and sustainability is built into every bite. It’s conscious dining that never feels preachy—just personal. 

What we love: sustainability that isn’t just on the plate—it’s built into the bar with a reclaimed-wood counter made from a Hurricane Sandy-felled tree.
Book your reservation HERE

Clemente Bar

Flatiron

Located on the second floor of EMP, Clemente Bar doesn’t scream for attention— it hums with it. Created by Michelin-starred Chef Daniel Humm in collaboration with Francesco Clemente, the space seamlessly blends surrealist art with plant-based mixology, creating a feel that is both deliberate and dreamlike. Everything is intentional— from the curry-infused gin to the saffron that delicately rims the  Clemente Martini. It’s not just a place that serves drinks— it holds space, and in a city built on noise, that kind of quiet luxury is rare.

What we love: the Negroni-piña colada hybrid: a cocktail that marries two classics in one unforgettable sip. 
Book your reservation HERE