By Catherine Madison
SoHo is the artistic center of
New York City located in the southern part of Manhattan. The area has a wide variety of eclectic dining, shopping, and hotels to fill the spectrum. Some of the most famous and exceptional restaurants are found in SoHo. Part of getting to know a city is getting to know the best cuisine and SoHo is no exception.
Seek Out Celebrities
If you've seen "Sex and the City," you know Balthazar. This is certainly a celebrity hangout. It's well known but also worth the trip. The restaurant specializes in rustic French bistro cuisine. Try the duck Shepard's pie or the authentic croque madame. While the restaurant can be a bit pricey with entrees at brunch starting at around $15, you can go to the bakery and order a sandwich to go for a fraction of the price.
Balthazar
80 Spring Street
New York, New York
(212) 965-1785
balthazarny.com
Best Cheap Eats in SoHo
If you're looking for the most bang for your buck in SoHo try Bun. This artistic Vietnamese establishment offers the best and brightest in Vietnamese cuisine at a good price and in a fun atmosphere. Enjoy karaoke every evening after 11 p.m. Start off with the Rocket Roll made with fried shrimp, plump pork and scallions for only $6. Next, try the hanger steak featuring a generous portion of hanger steak, apple and Asian mustard greens priced at just $10. Bun also has a wide variety of inexpensive wines to choose from.
Bun
143 Grand Street
New York, New York
(212) 431-7999
bunsohonyc.com
Best Special Occasion Restaurant
If you're looking to celebrate and you've got some money tucked away try Aqua Grill. Indulge in the Seafood Royale Plateau for the freshest seafood flown in from all over the world. Or if you're going for shock value try to the Golden Russian Caviar priced at a whopping $155 per ounce. Finish off the night with the caramelized mango tart priced at $9.50.
Aqua Grill
210 String Street
New York, New York
(212) 274-0505
aquagrill.com
About the Author:
Catherine Madison is a full-time freelance writer specializing in travel and food. She holds a B.A. from the University of Georgia School of Journalism and has six years of writing experience. Madison has written for Stir Magazine, My Food Place, Hispanic Kitchen and Sustainability.
