New York Fashion Week begins this week! And certainly, running to and from fashion shows, events, and photo shoots will work up a serious appetite.
Discover where to find the best dressed folks all around New York City with our curated list of places to dine during NYFW, from a chic Hawaiian hideaway to an environmentally conscious restaurant and bakery with a Mediterranean flare.
Beatnic
Beatnic (formerly by Chloe.) crafts 100% vegan, 100% delicious food that debuted in New York City in 2015. Beatnic offers a creative plant-based menu of items such as a their Guac Burger made with lentils, “Chicky” Dippers made with jackfruit, Mac n Cheeze made with Cashew Milk, Burrata Bliss Salad, Falafel Smash Wrap, and much more.
Beatnic currently has eight locations in New York City. Locations include Williamsburg, Fashion District, Flatiron, Midtown East, Rock Center, Seaport, Soho, and the West Village.
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Ichibantei
Fuel up late night at Ichibantei serving Japanese comfort food till 3am in glam new location An East Village favorite for late-night dining has just moved to a glam new two-level space (formerly VNYL) and serves food until 3am.
Ichibantei is housed in a former movie theater. The two-story dining room features oversized vintage Japanese Yakuza film posters on dark walls, theater mirror lights, and lip murals by Japanese artist Cazul in the bathrooms, while the mezzanine dining space is decorated with vinyl album covers just like the 13th St. original.
Signatures include grass-fed Angus beef Ichibantei Steak topped with garlic chips; Hamburger Steak; Tuna Steak; Tonteki Pork Steak (Kurobuta pork); Chicken Nanban; and Donburi rice bowl.
Le Tout Va Bien
Le Tout Va Bien, French for “everything is fine” and a landmark on West 51st Street since 1949, is the second oldest French Bistro in Manhattan. Vincent and his kitchen team have transformed the dining experience with his unique touch by developing a new menu of traditional French bistro fare with a juxtaposition of American classics.
Echoing the ambiance of a traditional French bistro, the walls are lined with vintage advertising posters, nostalgic photographs of celebrity patrons like Frank Sinatra, and family portraits of the original owners.
The restaurant also boasts an outdoor patio in front that is ideal for people watching during NYFW, and a back room perfect for private parties or events.
Maman
To commemorate all of the festivities, maman has teamed up with french fashion brand Maje with a delicious new Pain Au Chocolat latte and bespoke Toile de Jouy cup print inspired by Maje’s new FW24 collection.
Available exclusively in the maman Soho and Meatpacking cafes from September 10-30, the two iconic French-inspired brands have teamed up to create a custom beverage and cup that honors maje’s newest collection and intricate toile print.
The Soho maman location features the print on windows, and in Meatpacking with a small installation inside the space.
Maje also has nearby locations in Meatpacking and Soho, as well as the West Village, for clients to purchase pieces from the FW24 collection in the Toile de Jouy print.
noreetuh
The Lower East Side Michelin-recognized modern Hawaiian restaurant with influences from Asia and the Pacific Rim, noreetuh, offers a variety of musubis, tuna poke, and many more innovative dishes.
The menu was designed by Executive Chef-Partner Chung Chow. Chef Chow is a native Hawaiian that infuses his French culinary techniques with a modern fusion Hawaiian menu. At noreetuh, the chef-driven cuisine, extensive wine list, and focus on customer service are unparalleled at the price point, making this a perfect place to visit in between fashion shows.
Philippe by Philippe Chow
Philippe by Philippe Chow has been a prime destination for celebrity sightings for decades thanks to its upscale Beijing-inspired cuisine and luxurious atmosphere. Situated in Manhattan’s iconic Meatpacking District, the restaurant attracts industry insiders and A-listers alike, making it a hotspot for star-studded gatherings.
Philippe Chow’s reputation as a fan-favorite among celebrities such as Rihanna, Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, Jay Z & Beyonce, bolstered by its delectable dishes and opulent decor, solidifies it as a go-to dining destination in the area. A natural rendezvous point for both pre- and post-show meetups, dining at Philippe Chow surely enhances the likelihood of catching a glimpse of a celeb + fashion icons.
Salinas
Salinas in Chelsea is an ideal destination to grab a bite of fashionable food. Executive Chef and Co-Owner Luis Bollo curates a top-tier Spanish dining experience. Chef Bollo melds traditional tapas and regional courses from San Sebastián with exciting and innovative translations of local favorites.
Chef recommends the house gazpacho, pastel de queso Vasco (burnt basque cheesecake) and one of Salinas’ hand-crafted cocktails. Each of these dishes happen to also be very Instagramable.
The interior at Salinas evokes a cozy, romantic setting with limestone imported from the old cities of Spain, and photos from their Spanish home in Ibiza. Bottles of wine line the walls of the secret back garden. Perfect for stargazing after an evening of fashion shows, a stunning retractable glass ceiling opens to the night sky while a roaring fireplace keeps the chill at bay.
Seasoned Vegan Real Quick
Harlem’s beloved Seasoned Vegan, whose fans include Stevie Wonder, Indie Arie, Danny Glover, Colin Kaepernick and Cory Booker among others, opened in the East Village last week after closing uptown earlier this year.
Owned by mother and son team of Chef Brenda Beener and Aaron Beener, Seasoned Vegan Real Quick draws on the family’s New Orleans roots and features their most popular dishes offered as sandwiches. These include their unique signature grilled burdock root “crawfish” Craw Pretzel Boy with remoulade sauce, a vegan take on the crawfish po-boy on a pretzel bun, and BBQ Craw Sandwich smothered in bayou BBQ sauce, along with SV Nugget Sandwich and Lemon Crusted Nuggets (soy protein), fries tossed with Cajun seasoning and housemade organic desserts.
Serafina Express
Serafina Express, located on both Sixth Avenue and Eighth Street and 22nd Street and Park Avenue South, is a new, elevated Italian fast-casual restaurant concept by Serafina Restaurant Group.
Serafina fans will find their favorite dishes including homemade pastas like Ravioli Pomodoro, a variety of thin crust pizzas including the signature Alla Burrata, alla Mozzarella di Bufala as well their Tartufo Nero Pizza, Italian paninis, and seasonal salads.
The new concept also serves Kimbo premium coffee, teas and assorted bottled beverages, fresh juices, and a curated list of Italian beer and great wines.
The Seville
The sophisticated bar, lounge and restaurant at The Seville is the perfect place to grab cocktails and small bites after, or before, any NYFW festivities. Located at The James – NoMad, this subterranean cocktail bar has a curated menu including a table-side smoked Negroni. The Seville also has a music program incorporating throwbacks, live music, and more.
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Sweetbriar
Nestled in the heart of Nomad and serving upscale American cuisine, Sweetbriar offers a moody and sexy vibe with interiors designed by the talented Lea Cojot best known for her work with Soho House and 74 Wythe, perfect for celebrating at during NYFW.
Executive Chef Samuel-Drake Jones harnesses the heat of the wood-fired oven, which allows local and seasonal ingredients to shine through. This is made clear through the guest-beloved selections such as Charred Scallion Jalapeño Dip, Smoked Chicken, and a variety of wood-fired pizzas.
On the drinks front, bar manager Tyler Ledbetter has a talent for formulating cocktails such as floral-forward Sweetbriar signature cocktails like the “Rose of Sharon” and the “American Beauty”.
Vestry
After a long day of New York Fashion Week events, experiencing a beautiful meal is the perfect way to end the evening. While Vestry‘s Michelin-starred food is not to be missed, the atmosphere, thoughtfully designed by Jason Volenec Studio, provides a dining experience that is simply unmatched. The vision was created to mirror chef Hergatt’s “raw and refined” culinary vision, providing guests with an intimate and sensual dining evening.
Seasonal favorites at this SoHo restaurant include Squash Blossoms, Carolina White Shrimp, Saffron Emulsion; Local Cod, Basil Seeds, locally sourced heirloom Tomatoes; and Summer Berries, Crème Fraiche Panna Cotta.
