These sandwiches aren't for the hearty eater. They're small, thin, and delicately layered with just a few slices of ham, a leaf or two of lettuce, a squirt of Japanese mayo, and a single slice of tomato. But if you've had a power breakfast and just need a light lunch to get you through to dinner, they'll do you right. More
[Photograph: Jonathan Pogash] In many ways, a visit to the Empire Room feels like a trip to days gone by. A modern interpretation of Art Deco, the lavish decor recalls the early days of the Empire State Building—dark wood,... More
With silky cheese that wraps around each piece of meat like a Latin-inflected cheesesteak and green beans for unexpected crunch factor, there's plenty going on in each bite. It's delicious on its own, but add salsa and they flavors really shine. More
It's not often that a pizzeria also does a great sandwich — especially in Midtown. But the roast beef sandwich at Previti Pizza on 41st and Lexington is another matter. More
[Photo: Nick Solares] Convivio 45 Tudor City Place, New York NY 10017 (at 42nd Street, b/n 1st and 2nd Avenue); map); 212-599-5045; convivionyc.com Service: Effusive and professional Setting: Modern room with soft lighting is especially salubrious during the day Compare... More
Charles Gabriel's fried chicken, served here at Rack & Soul. [Photo: Robyn Lee] No matter where you live in our great city, Charles' Country Pan-Fried Chicken, the fried chicken shop of legendary Charles Gabriel, is worth trekking to Harlem... More
[Photo: Kathy Chan] At The Tea and Honey Store inside Grand Central Terminal, it's not about deciding between tea or honey. It's all about the word "and." The staff here are experts on pairing the two classic companions, satisfying... More
Josh and Dorie. [Photos: Robyn Lee] I stopped into Dorie Greenspan's Cookie Bar pop-up shop at the Mizu Salon on Park Avenue this morning, and all I can say is—man, it's been a while since we've had cookies this... More
[Photo: Kathy Chan] At Minamoto Kitchoan, it's called the Kazekaoru ($4), and it's a curious creature, that's for sure. At the center is long rod of yuzu mochi, supple, tasting richly of citrus on the tongue. The mochi is... More
Dorie's chocolate-dipped Linzer hearts. Some great news for New Yorkers: Veteran cookbook author and former SE contributor Dorie Greenspan will be baking for you. She and her son Josh will open a pop-up bakery called Cookie Bar from February 8-13,... More
