This inviting little gem is tiny in comparison to the behemoth restaurants thriving in and around Chelsea these days, but it packs a mighty big punch. Duck inside and you'll find an intimate, minimally dressed interior featuring a wall of exposed brick; contemporary art; blonde wood ceilings; and a pretty outside garden that opens up seasonally. Grab a seat and tuck into exceptional fare like a silky cauliflower soup, bobbing with fragrant herbs and tender, garlicky escargots; the homemade metzgete plate (served for a short window in January) utilizing every part of the pig, which might include exceptional blood sausage, liver sausage, and pork belly; or crispy roast chicken with summer vegetables in a fragrant, beautifully clear consommé.