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This small restaurant on the UWS is f.a.b.u.l.o.u.s. Probably one of my favorites in the area. We really enjoyed the dining experience, atmosphere, details, and of course the food: starting with their fresh bread with honey butter...

Make a reservation. It fills up fast - even on weeknights.

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452 Amsterdam Ave

(b/t 81st & 82nd)

Sophie's Cuban

Delicious, cheap cuban food.  Entrees are under $10.  Love it!  There are a handful of locations.  I personally love the cuban sandwich and the roast turkey w/yellow rice. Here's the website:  http://www.sophiescuban.com/

Totto Ramen

Currently my favorite place to eat.  If I don't have the kids (or just Simon) we eat here.  Tiny place, get there early (like 11:45am) to get your name on the list for lunch or else it is a long wait (but still worth the wait!).  I LOVE everything I've had there.  Eat here, you will NOT be disappointed.  Try and sit at the bar, 'cause it's fun to watch the guys cook.  Staff is super cool.

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http://www.twolittleredhens.com/

1652 2nd Avenue @ 86th street.