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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

One of the dishes of the hassun, a aburi otoro with menegi wrapped in renkon. (Julia Smerling for WSN)

Unveiling Tsubame’s excellence through omakase

As graduation season arrives, the fine-dining omakase is an exquisite dinner fit for special occasions.
Katie Liao, Staff Writer May 2, 2024

Hidden away on Park Place in Tribeca, Tsubame is a calm and elegant retreat from the busyness of the New York City restaurant scene. With at most 10 guests per round of seating,...

A man uses a blowtorch on a piece of sushi.

Lunch at Kintsugi Omakase is simple yet magnificent

Tucked away in SoHo, Kintsugi Omakase provides an intimate $60 lunch omakase experience in traditional Japanese style.
Gabriel Giacomelli, Contributing Writer April 17, 2024

Kintsugi Omakase is a small space with minimalist decor, decorated by colorful Japanese alcohol bottles and pottery that fill the room. Behind a sleek countertop, chef Victor Chen...

(Julia Smerling for WSN)

A warm welcome to modern Asian fine dining with Hortus NYC

The Michelin-recognized Asian restaurant offers everything from sea urchins to bread pudding in its creative tasting menu.
Katie Liao, Staff Writer April 16, 2024

Nestled in the heart of NoMad, a two-story restaurant marked by its stylish logo “H” radiates a vibrant ambiance. Hortus NYC greets its customers at the ground floor with a...

Chicken pieces garnished with sweet peppers and lemons.

Fossetta provides a moment to sneak away for carb-loaded solace

Fossetta in the Lower East Side is the perfect hideaway to enjoy focaccia and wine by candlelight, read alone at the bar or catch up with out-of-towners.
Bella Simonte, Contributing Writer March 14, 2024

At first glance, Fossetta looks like a mechanics garage with slightly better lighting and sanitation. The black rimmed floor-to-ceiling windows make it seem like the outside world...

Situated under vibrant red lights, such vegan options like this fried tofu dish are available at Karakatta. This and three other options are selected for an ideal Valentine's Day dinner date. (Photo by Olivia Gonzalez)

Dishing Up Love

The best places to eat this Valentine’s day for every kind of date.
Olivia Gonzalez, Contributing Writer February 14, 2020

Valentine’s Day is here, and no one can deny that love is in the air in New York City — or at the very least, displayed in nearly every storefront. Whether you use the holiday...

The Fat Radish is a British inspired farm-to-table trendy eatery located in the Lower East Side. (Staff Photo by Jorene He)

The Fat Radish Freshens up Food

Enjoy the Earth’s bounty with the simple dishes at The Fat Radish.
Matigan King, Contributing Writer April 29, 2019

When my waiter first introduced himself at The Fat Radish — a veggie-centric restaurant in the Lower East Side — he emphasized that it was a great night for business, as everyone...

The Tang Hot Pot's lunch special. The restaurant is located on 135 Bowery and specializes in SiChuan hotpot. (Staff photo by Min Ji Kim)

Immerse Yourself in a Bevy of Boiling Broths at Tang Hotpot

Stir, simmer and boil your own broth at Tang Hotpot where the lunch special makes your mouth water and wallet breathe easy.
Arin Garland, Dining Editor April 22, 2019

Decorated with delicately rolled raw meats, bright leafy vegetables and freshly chopped onions and mushrooms, our table looked like a neatly curated selection of ingredients taken...

The Rigatoni pork ribs ragu from Pepe Rosso To Go. (via Instagram)

Small Italian Eatery Is Big on Pasta

Pepe Rosso To Go is the perfect stop for a classic grab-and-go Italian meal.
Georgie Galinson, Contributing Writer April 16, 2019

Some days you crave pasta. Not boxed pasta with thin marinara from a jar, but meaty, creamy goodness, which you do not have the patience, energy or ability to produce. Pepe Rosso...

The Steak Mazemen at Niche, located on 172 Delancey St., with a poached egg is priced at $23. (Photo by Taylor Jeffries)

New Mazemen Restaurant Is Just Overpriced, Brothless Ramen

Mazemen at Niche fails to a-maze.
Taylor Jeffries, Staff Writer April 9, 2019

Renowned ramen chef Shigetoshi Nakamura introduced New Yorkers to a new take on ramen with a style called ‘mazemen’ at his restaurant, Niche. Mazemen is a dish that omits most...

Brioche french toast, caramelized with bananas and walnuts drizzled with a side of maple syrup. (Photo by Carol Lee)

Late Night Pancakes Are Clinton St. Baking Co.’s Forte

Forget about brunch ... what’s for brinner?
Arin Garland, Dining Editor January 28, 2019

It was 7 p.m. and the yellow ceiling lights from inside the Clinton St. Baking Co. were dimmed. From the moment I laid eyes on the quaint corner restaurant at the intersection...

Chuck Kuan for WSN

Tres Carnes dishes out fresh Tex-Mex

Dana Reszutek, Staff Writer May 1, 2013
Enjoy Texas-style hardwood smoked brisket, pork or chicken in the form of burritos, tacos or rice bowls... at Tres Carnes, Flatiron's new Tex-Mex fusion joint.
Utalpa Menon for WSN

Ton-Up Café brings vintage, inviting atmosphere to East Village

April 24, 2013
Enjoy Paninis, salads, crostini and more at Alphabet City's new European cafe, inspired by famous rockers and classic motorcycles.