Tucked into one of those theater-dominated cross streets that define this jumbled area of Times Square, the first thing Osteria al Doge has on the competition is its good looks: think sunny yellow walls, wrought-iron chandeliers, and bright Italian c..

With its rich red leather seats, warming fireplace, and black-and-white photo-filled walls, The Lambs Club is reminiscent of its roots as a flourishing theater club. The dining room is dark, moody, and masculine; in contrast, the staff is friendly an..

It's inside the W Hotel so you know it's going to look good and Blue Fin doesn't disappoint with its two-tiered dining room, sweeping staircase, and baby grand piano. The scene is buzzy on the first floor and at the sushi bar, so if you're looking fo..

Done and done: this adorable trattoria is guaranteed to woo your date and finally put an end to those frustrating post-Saturday night wanderings. Dip down below street level and you'll find a lovely, exposed brick interior lined with wine bottles, mi..

Nestled among midtown's high-rises, this jewel of a sushi restaurant is a nice respite from the Bryant Park hustle and bustle—with soothing swaths of natural light flooding a small dining room with high ceilings, and a sidewalk seating section protec..

The signage may be spare, but the Bank of America tower's ground floor windows are sure to reveal Aureole's bustling scene within. Find casual bar dining in front, and a more intimate and muted back room with upholstered banquettes and shimmering pil..

Push past the humdrum ground-floor bar seating, and make your way up the carpeted steps for a dramatic surprise. This is Utsav ("festival" in Sanskrit)—an upscale little hideaway perched on a suspended corridor between office buildings. Fro..

One of the best Italian options in the area, this very authentic Theater District favorite heightens the everyday into true art. Dressed to look like an ancient farmhouse, guests are greeted by stone and stucco walls, exposed wood beams, and great ol..

Yes, the Times Square locale-amid tourists, chain stores, billboards, and more tourists-is hell for thoroughbred New Yorkers, yet Qi is worth a detour for its serious Thai food and flirty cocktails. The antithesis of its neon neighbor Olive Garden an..

This intimate little restaurant-with its knowledgeable, friendly staff and antique photos-is the late-night haunt of Broadway players in search of a post-show meal. It shows off their good taste too, for the food at this Restaurant Row darling rises ..

Standing proud since its 1906 opening, Barbetta proves that the "new" in New York need not be taken literally. From its gilded furnishings to its candelabra and crystal chandeliers, this dining room celebrates an old-world aesthetic. At the..

Prime, aged, corn-fed beef is the main attraction at this sprawling, outrageously successful outpost of the Dallas-based steakhouse chain. Portions range from the petite filet to a 24-ounce Porterhouse to make any Texan proud. The menu may begin with..

Oceana, seafood purveyor extraordinaire, has settled beautifully into its illustrious home in Rockefeller Center. Enter to see a dramatic parade of pristine shellfish (maybe razor clam ceviche tinged with yuzu?) and oysters at the raw bar and be remi..

This stylish Daniel Boulud bistro is an ideal upscale spot for drinking and dining pre- or post-theater—after 9:00 P.M., try the champagne and dessert pairings. Its moneyed European clientele and service that is beyond reproach befits the sophisticat..

On the one hand, Hakkasan appears to live up to every cliché of big, corporate Asian dining: long halls and stunning blue glass doors lead to a massive mega-space smartly divided by carved marble and dark wood panels. It is so fully tricked out that ..

Designed for the throngs of tourists, Becco may verge on brusque but is all about business. Given the bold and big-named eateries lining Restaurant Row, the competition rages on and Becco reigns supreme with one secret behind its success: Lidia Basti..

This outpost of Chef Masatoshi "Gari" Sugio's much-loved sushi trifecta doesn't quite stack up to the near-surreal omakase experience that shot the original Upper East Side prodigy to fame, but coming this close to sushi perfection in the i..

Mexican dining is at its hottest in New York, with many thanks to the unstoppable team behind the uniquely authentic Toloache, Yerba Buena, and their other rapidly expanding outposts. Here in midtown, this two-story restaurant is decked in Talavera t..

Hip and modern, etcetera etcetera is a breath of fresh air in the often staid Theater District. The modern and contemporary design punctuated by pops of bright orange has a Milan-meets-Miami sensibility, but the crowd is never too cool for school. Th..

There may be no better place to spend too much of someone else's money, especially now that Le Bernardin's massive renovations are complete. At last, midtown big bankers and deep-pocketed celebrants have a brand new, upscale bar and lounge in additio..