664598 Wed Nov 04 05:50:35 -0800 2009 4 18 Manhattan 0 5154454 My 9-month old daughter and I are visiting my parents who are new to the West Village in early December. Any tips on chow-worthy restaurants in the area? We have a slight preference for ethnic and want to avoid anything that is out-of-this-world expensive. Thanks! Wed Nov 04 05:50:35 -0800 2009 1121615 lifes2short4badfood 1 5155029 my infant was not that portable as a 9 month old, and the place i found most straightforward to navigate was chelsea market. the 14th st subway has elevators, so you can schlepp around a stroller; the green table (which serves good local, seasonal fare) has a large table outside the restaurant, where you can engage a potentially disruptive baby without disrupting others. Wed Nov 04 08:53:06 -0800 2009 5154454 15695 rose water 2 5159250 Thanks so much for the suggestions! We will definitely check out the market. Thu Nov 05 15:00:10 -0800 2009 5155029 1121615 lifes2short4badfood 1 5158542 Chelsea Market is about as baby-friendly as it gets but, if you want a real restaurant and prefer ethnic, how about Grand Sichuan (Chinese)? It's on 24th and 9th so may be a little out of your way but the food is great and they won't object to a baby. Alternately, Gradisca (Italian) on 13th between 6th and 7th LOVES babies and the food and restaurant are sophisticated enough to keep the adults happy. Those are our favorite spots when dining out with our daughter. Thu Nov 05 11:22:15 -0800 2009 5154454 66467 clembeauchamp 2 5159252 Thanks! This is perfect! I think we will check out the market for lunch and try Grand Sichuan and Gradisca for a couple of dinners. Much appreciated! Thu Nov 05 15:01:48 -0800 2009 5158542 1121615 lifes2short4badfood