The Dutch
With a speakeasy feel and comfort food focus, it's no surprise Andrew Carmellini's SoHo restaurant became something of a hotspot nearly overnight. The house burger and fried green tomatoes are some of the dinner favorites, but for the best bar time, considering coming by a bit later, towards the end of the meal time rush. While there is an emphasis on whiskey, the bourbon averse can opt for a glass of wine or beer, or check out the cocktail list. Popular drinks include the tequila-based La Payneta and the Priyanka, which mixed vodka with mango, chili and mint-tumeric syrup.
The Dutch
131 Sullivan Street
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