Located in the heart of the Upper West Side, Ellington offers an exquisite blend of classic American dishes with contemporary twists, curated by its dedicated proprietor, Glenda Sansone. With a rich background in the bar and restaurant industry, Sansone's dream of creating a unique culinary haven became a reality in 2013 with the first Ellington in Harlem. Last year's move to the current, more spacious location allowed Sansone to expand and elevate the menu further, introducing an all-new American-inspired dinner and brunch experience, along with a reinvented Sunday Roast tradition and a selection of classic cocktails. The establishment's elegantly designed space includes a comfortable main dining area for 130 guests, a separate bar area accommodating 40, and an enclosed outdoor patio that seats up to 100, making it one of the Upper West Side's finest outdoor dining spots. To enhance the experience, Ellington hosts live entertainment on Sunday nights from 6-9 pm, featuring local and New York-based jazz musicians and contemporary artists, adding a touch of musical magic to its already captivating ambiance.

Step into the captivating world of THE GALLERY, nestled in the city's historic Flatiron District. Since it really looks like a gallery, don't be fooled and go to their next door speakeasy bar. Founded by visionary chef-gallerist Hiroki Odo in 2021, THE GALLERY is a testament to the fusion of culinary expertise and artistic brilliance. The restaurant’s innovative menus are complemented by a rotating selection of art exhibitions, showcasing emerging and established talents. Beyond its culinary offerings, THE GALLERY serves as a hub for creative expression, exploring art through various mediums such as mixed media, food styling, and interior design. Chef Odo’s dedication to the intersection of art and gastronomy creates an atmosphere where guests are not merely diners but active participants in a multisensory journey, celebrating the boundless possibilities of creative expression. Where can you find a tasting menu where you can experience a mini shabu-shabu and omakase together for a price of $95, including seasonal starters, 3 pieces of kushi-age selection, making for an exquisite and memorable dining experience.

Perched atop Jelas, Singlish is a hidden gem nestled on the second floor of a charming townhouse in Union Square. This secret haven brings the vibrant spirit of Singapore to life with a curated selection of Singaporean-inspired cocktails and delectable small bites. Crafted under the expertise of Colin Stevens, Singlish pays homage to Singapore's world-class craft cocktail culture in a playful manner. The name itself, a blend of "Singapore" and "English," reflects the bar's fusion of traditions, celebrating the Lion City's diverse linguistic heritage.

Guests are invited on a tantalizing journey through unexpected flavor combinations, exploring lesser-known spirits like Baijiu, a Chinese distilled grain alcohol, meticulously paired with orchid gin, jasmine tea, sichuan pepper, blood orange, and cardamom. Indulge in the intriguing Mai Lai, Mail Lai, Wa Mai Lai- featuring a dirty martini with chili oil and savor the artistic presentation of an eggshell that acts as a cocoon for a surprising salted egg olive stuffed with cream cheese. These tantalizing blends are paired with delightful bar bites, such as the Kuik Pie Tee, nonya top hat filled with jicama, fermented soybean, and delicate egg ribbons, the Money Bag, where minced chicken is wrapped in a spring roll skin, creating a crunchy delight, or experience the fiery kick of the papaya salad, an explosion of fresh chili, garlic, green papaya, green apple, and cherry tomato. Singlish promises an unforgettable dining experience where each bite and sip is an adventure for the senses.