Fodor's Expert Review Minetta Tavern
$$$
Greenwich Village
Modern American
By converting a moribund 80-year-old Italian restaurant into a cozy hot spot, restaurateur Keith McNally created yet another hit. Try early and often to score reservations, so that you can sample creations like buttery trout meunière, bone marrow on toast, expertly aged steaks, and the celebrated Black Label burger, a gorgeous assembly of meat with caramelized onions and an added layer of cheese. The barroom, with its original details intact, is great for people-watching. Landing a table in the back room, with its original mural depicting West Village life and wall-to-wall photos of famous and infamous customers from eras gone by, makes sweet-talking the reservationist a worthy endeavor.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Classic New York dining
- Original details and mural
- Tough to get a table
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: No lunch Mon., Tues.
