Author(s): ZAVATTO Amy

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Where those in the know go to dine when they're off the clock. New Yorkers know food. Everyone knows that the New York restaurant scene is fiercely competitive and that the hottest table in town changes faster than one of Superman's speeding bullets. So how to negotiate the culinary minefield that is Gotham's restaurant scene? Instead of relying on public opinion or professional reviewers like everyone else, we've canvassed the top restaurateurs, chefs, sommeliers, maitres d', critics and suppliers in each city and asked them for their picks. The result is a true insider's guide to the best dining in town. A comprehensive review of the 150 best restaurant, listed alphabetically and searchable by cuisine and venue type. Featuring inside track recommendations from Anthony Bourdain, Fabio Trabocchi, Anne Burrel, Anita Lo, Chris Cheung, Sam Hazen, Julian Alonzo, Jose Meirelles and many others.