Forever the quintessential NYC spot, packed with "beautiful people"--I love this place. Call me common, but the hamburger & fries are absolutely the BEST.
"Bathazar's Banana-Pecan Cakedoughnut is toasty chopped pecans, secured with [a coat of] frosting, the banana element is subtle between the sweet, delicate crumbs and the pecans." - Serious Eats
Come for cocktails at 5:00PM for awesome complentary bar snacks. All of the food is top notch, but do yourself a favor and have the profiteroles for dessert.
The caramelized onion and goat cheese, also the beef tar tar are a must try!! Don't wait, sit at the bar and ask for mike or Brian.. They are the best!