[Photographs: Maggie Hoffman] Boqueria 171 Spring Street (between West Broadway and Thompson; map); (212) 343 4255; boquerianyc.com Cuisine: Spanish Tapas Veggie Options: about 8 tapas options, plus cheeses Cost: Tapas are $5-12; plan on spending at least $25, before drinks... More
Of the sandwiches on the menu at tapas bar Boqueria, the Bocata de Patois one of the best. Sweet membrillo and a healthy heap of duck confit pair beautifully, the excellent baguette giving it all a crunch. At $11, it's pricey, but the huge pile of spicy, crispy patatas bravas round out a filling meal. More
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through August, Boqueria's two locations will fork over a free dish to any diner who mentions being a Facebook fan or Twitter follower. And no, they won't ask for proof. 53 West 19th Street (map);... More
A special $35 menu every Sunday night. This weekend it includes: anchovy frisee salad, suckling pig, probably flan for dessert, and a carafe of rose wine or sangria. 53 West 19th Street (map) and 171 Spring Street, New York NY... More
Besides "What's your favorite restaurant," the question I'm asked most at non-food-related parties is "What's a good brunch spot that I won't have to wait on line to get in"? I call it the "Don't tell me about Sarabeth's" question.... More
