MUST BOOK
THE EIGHTY SIX
Restaurateurs Tilman J. Fertitta and Eugene Remm quietly did it again. Riding the post–The Corner Store momentum, The Eighty Six feels like the kind of steakhouse you only hear about once you’re in the know. With just 35 seats, the room stays intentionally intimate—and that’s part of the draw. The menu leans indulgent in all the right ways: prime filet au rossini, aged deckle of ribeye, a sizzling porterhouse, and yes, a cheesesteak that somehow feels entirely appropriate here. The real move, though, is the 86 Smoked Dirty Martini—order it early, order it often. A meal that lingers long after the last bite—this spot more than earns its hype. 86 Bedford St., the86.nyc
WORTH A SHOT
DANNY’S NYC
Hailed as the flavorful child of Hillstone and the Corner Store, the buzz around Danny’s proves well deserved after one meal. New to Flatiron’s culinary scene, Danny’s comes from Dan Abrams, who weaves his deep love for New York City into every dish. The menu spans crave-worthy classics and clever twists—from the signature Danny’s Caesar and ham-and-cheese hot pockets to spicy tuna crispy rice with black rice and the standout Danny’s Veggie Burger. Skip this spot if you’re counting calories—come hungry if you’re counting pleasures. Reservations are notoriously hard to come by, so if you spot an opening, grab it—and yes, set those Resy alerts now. 46 W. 22 St., dannysnyc.com