Family in town for one night

[Cat2020]

I have two cousins (guy 35 and girl 39) who are coming to NYC for one night from Tennessee. They've never been to NY before so I want to take them somewhere with good food and a good NYC vibe. Nothing too expensive, a bit more on the casual side would be better. They are staying in midtown-- so that would be easiest, but open to traveling if it's worth it.

Bottom line, something fun with good food that they will remember and talk about-- but won't break the bank. Any suggestions would be much appreciated!!

[apples]

Pj Clarkes on the East side for casual burgers, etc, Il Buco downtown for NY feel and Italian, Tao for more trendy Asian .

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Il Buco
47 Bond St., New York, NY 10012

P.J. Clarke's
915 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10022

Tao
42 East 58th Street, New York, NY 10022

[Blumie]

Take them for a ride on the L train to Roberta's, in Bushwick.
Seriously.