Brett & Lisa's
NYC Favorites

“Our absolute go-to. All-you-can-eat omakase and sake — what makes it unique.”

“BYOB sake with no corkage. Great for parties and group celebrations.”

“Two locations — one on 5th and a smaller "party room" on 4th. The party room has better vibes, but both are great.”

“BYOB and super fun vibe.”

“Super small, owned by the chefs. Phone reservations only.”

“New and up-and-coming.”

“Our favorite KBBQ right now. Premium meats, owned by the Nubiani folks. Great for large groups and upleveled eating.”

“Love this place but hard to get a resy now. Also has a midtown east location that's easier to reserve.”

“The Korean steakhouse. Michelin-starred for a reason.”

“Pricey but insanely decadent — all-you-can-eat true A5 Wagyu. Once-in-a-lifetime type experience, not a daily event.”

“OG spot — one of the oldest in K-town. Try the raw marinated crab! They use charcoal which is nice.”

“Fun spot with cool vibes — good for large groups and late nights in K-town.”

“Favorite place right now. Celebrated Lisa's birthday here. Insane wine list featuring German wines (which Lisa loves). Large format dishes are great.”

“The Red Label Burger is a must-order — my favorite burger in NYC, hands down.”

“Yes, it lives up to the hype.”

“The pasta. That's it. That's the review.”

“By the Cote group. Amazing brunch and the best Korean fried chicken ever.”

“Amazing intense flavors and a very unique cocktail program. Hard to get in — arrive at 5 and grab a bar seat.”

“Funky Thai spot — don't sleep on their brunch. Best fusion breakfast in the city.”

“Local favorite — fresh-from-Italy light bites and great wine. Like a sports bar and wine bar had a baby.”

“Standing-only wine bar by a Japanese couple focused on amazing Italian wine and bites. Very unique concept you won't forget.”

“Hidden butcher shop in Chelsea Market. Great for housemade charcuterie and affordable wine. Check out their special events like the 175-day dry aged beef dinner.”

“The burger. Worth the wait.”

“Our large group go-to.”

“French natural wines in NoLita. Perfect pre-dinner.”

“Natural wine bar on the LES. Great vibe. $1.50 oyster happy hour.”

“Hidden below La Compagnie. Rare spirits and inventive cocktails.”

“NYE 2026. What a night. Speakeasy hidden behind a suit shop.”

“Old-school NYC. Mutton chop is legendary.”

“Israeli grill. Salatim spread alone is worth it.”

“Swiss fondue bar. Cozy and unique.”

“Korean tasting menu, beautiful plating.”

“Tiny, ambitious, unforgettable.”

“Southeast Asian flavors. Now on the Upper West Side.”

“When ramen is the mood.”

“Shanghainese heat done right.”

“Korean diner inspired by taxi driver restaurants. A newer addition.”

“Soho neighborhood spot. Coming soon to our regular rotation.”