When my family comes to visit, I'm always in search of the perfect place to eat - something that provides an easy transition from suburb to city life. I always tend to look for restaurants with a patio or outdoor seating option because it reminds my family that yes(!), there is
some semlance of nature in the city. On this particular visit I hit the nail right on the head in choosing De Santos (139 W. 10th Street - http://www.desantosnyc.com/) in the West Village. I knew from past visits that my family enjoyed the neighborhood feel and tree-lined streets of the West Village, so I was certain they would like De Santos, a converted brownstone on W. 10th Street - and I was right. Everything from the beautiful patio seating to the service was outstanding and each of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. We even split their special chocolate ganache dessert which was to die for. While it was the perfect family dinner spot, it would also serve as an ideal date spot, night out with friends or special occasion venue. They also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday which looks equally delicious.
some semlance of nature in the city. On this particular visit I hit the nail right on the head in choosing De Santos (139 W. 10th Street - http://www.desantosnyc.com/) in the West Village. I knew from past visits that my family enjoyed the neighborhood feel and tree-lined streets of the West Village, so I was certain they would like De Santos, a converted brownstone on W. 10th Street - and I was right. Everything from the beautiful patio seating to the service was outstanding and each of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. We even split their special chocolate ganache dessert which was to die for. While it was the perfect family dinner spot, it would also serve as an ideal date spot, night out with friends or special occasion venue. They also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday which looks equally delicious.Ever feel like t
here's no place reasonably priced to eat in the Meatpacking District? Well you were right -- until now. The same group that owns Spice and Peep have recently opened up Sea (835 Washington Street - www.seainnyc.com/sea/ ) - a very moderately priced Thai restaurant with outstanding food and the ever-coveted opportunity for outdoor seating. The lunch entrees are only $8 or $9 and come with a free appetizer. They also serve one of the most refreshing pitchers of mojitos I have ever seen. Bonus Perk: The restaurant is directly across from The Standard Hotel so provides some of the best people watching in the city. Also, if you're up for something slightly adventurous after lunch, venture across the street to The Highline - New York City's elevated railroad track park (you'll understand when you see it) that runs from the Meatpacking District to Chelsea.
here's no place reasonably priced to eat in the Meatpacking District? Well you were right -- until now. The same group that owns Spice and Peep have recently opened up Sea (835 Washington Street - www.seainnyc.com/sea/ ) - a very moderately priced Thai restaurant with outstanding food and the ever-coveted opportunity for outdoor seating. The lunch entrees are only $8 or $9 and come with a free appetizer. They also serve one of the most refreshing pitchers of mojitos I have ever seen. Bonus Perk: The restaurant is directly across from The Standard Hotel so provides some of the best people watching in the city. Also, if you're up for something slightly adventurous after lunch, venture across the street to The Highline - New York City's elevated railroad track park (you'll understand when you see it) that runs from the Meatpacking District to Chelsea.Ready for a night out on the town and in need of a trendy spot that won't break the bank? Look no further than Mercer Kitchen (99 Prince Street - http://www.jean-georges.com/), one of the many fantastic places in chef Jean-Georges's portfolio (which also includes Spice Market, Matsugen and the newly opened ABC Kitchen). The upstairs bar warrants a 
visit in itself, but I was thrilled to spend a few hours with my girlfriends in the sexy, energetic downstairs dining room. Not wanting to choose just one entree, we split a variety of appetizers and side dishes including the Tuna Spring Rolls, Shaved Fennel Salad with Argula & Parmasean, Macaroni and Cheese and two pizzas - Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil, and Black Truffle and Fontana Cheese. Everything was outstanding and the cocktails only added to our happiness. Mercer Kitchen is the perfect beginning to a fun night on the town.
visit in itself, but I was thrilled to spend a few hours with my girlfriends in the sexy, energetic downstairs dining room. Not wanting to choose just one entree, we split a variety of appetizers and side dishes including the Tuna Spring Rolls, Shaved Fennel Salad with Argula & Parmasean, Macaroni and Cheese and two pizzas - Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil, and Black Truffle and Fontana Cheese. Everything was outstanding and the cocktails only added to our happiness. Mercer Kitchen is the perfect beginning to a fun night on the town. 
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