Obao Hell's Kitchen

Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse located across from Grand Central Terminal, offers regional Italian food with a focus on the grill, handmade using the finest ingredients.

Wall of high-end olive oil neatly placed in minimalist shelves?

It may not be as rejuvenating as a vacation on a Greek isle, but a meal at this high-end Midtown eatery is sure to put you in a sunny mood.

Set in Times Square—a neighborhood better known for trinkets and fast food chains—Blue Fin is an outlier and a standout.

Mayor Bloomberg and Barbara Walters are reportedly fans of this understated East Side Italian establishment that emphasizes authentic cooking techniques and ingredients.

Giovanni Rana Pastificio & Cucina, at Chelsea Market in Manhattan, is part of Giovanni Rana, Italy’s renowned purveyor of fresh, filled pasta.

This charming American food hall, located on the concourse level of The Plaza Hotel, offers so many tantalizing options and features so many intoxicating smells it's hard to decide where to pull up a stool.

"Socarrat" is that scrumptious crust that forms at the bottom of the paella pan when the liquid is rendered and the rice has reached its peak of succulence: evidence of a paella cooked to perfection.

Located near the Theatre District, Brasserie Cognac brings authentic Parisian charm to the heart of Midtown.

Sarabeth's Park Avenue South offers contemporary American cuisine in an elegant yet modern atmosphere.

The Mexican restaurant El Toro Blanco features traditional dishes executed with panache, 100-plus tequila selections and a fashionable, vibrant ambiance that feels like a Mexico City design hotel.

The brainchild of industry giants Paul Nicaj and Dino Redzic, Paul's on Times Square is a formidable culinary destination for those craving spirited Italian fare with a global touch.