From Korean fried chicken to a standout beef bulgogi burger, Mono Mono is a loud, cozy East Village gem made for dates, girls’ nights, and vinyl-backed dinners, Ray Charles style. Belly Rating: 9.3/10.

It started with snow, indecision, and a last-minute reservation. It ended with octopus pasta, Italian music, and the realization that sometimes the best nights in New York are the ones you don’t plan. Should this be your next dinner spot?

Beautiful, pink, chic, and green. Café Maud looks like Paris decided to crash on the Upper East Side couch for the weekend.