Pastis

The long-awaited return of Keith McNally's see-and-be-seen French bistro has made Pastis one of the hottest tickets in town, and one of the best restaurants for a special night out. If you're going to treat yourself for the holidays, do it with steak frites and escargots (served with a side of celebrity-spotting) in a chic Parisian setting.

Pastis, 52 Gansevoort St.

[Photo via @maryyy__]

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