Need Recommendations for a Glamorous Birthday Dinner in the City
I'm going to be spending my birthday in Manhattan tomorrow, and I have yet to find a fabulous restaurant to spend this special occasion at. I'm from LA and love a crowded, special, beautiful space with fabulous food & a star studded vibe. I moved from NJ/NY area 6 years ago, and I'm not really "In the Know" anymore... any suggestions? If I was spending my birthday in Los Angeles I would probably go to BOA on sunset it's always crowded, great food, wonderful service, and the atmosphere is grand. Also, while I'm at it, I would love to hear some ideas for a grand Breakfast/Brunch in the city, preferably white table cloth/extraordinary service real fresh squeezed orange juice, and gourmet french toast! Somewhere with a whimsical feel, lots of light would be ideal. Thank you!
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re: alepenazzi
Probably the only one I somewhat disliked was just a matter of taste. I found out that I don't really care for Santa Barbara uni and like Hokkaido uni, which I had at Kyo Ya. Otherwise, I didn't dislike anything; I just didn't think it was all outstanding. I'm hoping maybe Kobetobiko will eventually post photos of it all to jog my memory on what we ate. I may ask her about that.
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Del Posto for Dinner 2 star michellin and the atmosphere you are looking for.
St. Regis for brunch, it's across the street from your hotel and has all of the items you listed. But, have your concierge call to confirm the french toast b/c they don't always offer it everyday.
You could add Gramercy Tavern to the mix, for dinner, if you feel more like American than Italian.
Do drinks at NoMad (the bar is stunning).
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re: beverlyhillsbabe
Minetta Tavern. Perhaps your concierge can get you a prime time reservation.
Scarpetta is also good though you've probably been to the Beverly Hills location.
La Grenouille is formal, crowded, and very glamorous but skews towards a more mature crowd.
For something new, young and hip you might look into Eater's Heat Map.
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re: intrepid3591
I think that's the type of recommendation perhaps the OP is looking for Buddakan with their 12 million dollar renovation cost is a real good choice. Tao has the same vibe, but the OP might already be familiar with Tao in Vegas. Kittichai has a real nice room and great bar at Thompson hotel. Jean Georges has great food and a bit of a buzz, but much more sedate and refined than the others. Del Posto is real nice.
Megu has their 15 million dollar renovation cost I think it was that high. Beautiful place, great lamb chops,,even though the sushi is what most people like , i prefer their cooked food.
I think Minetta is way to small , and not a good choice. I agree with another poster that Al Fiori is way to corporate and not a "cool" place. The Standard could be interesting , eat downstairs and get into their private area upstairs. LA women i'm sure have a way to charm themselves into that private area..then go across nearby to the Gaansvoort rooftop bar.
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