600,000 Americans lost their jobs last month. 30,000 of them worked in the restaurant business. For those of us still employed in the hospitality sector, things are getting pretty scary. We are all looking to cut expenses and for lots of people that means fewer meals in restaurants. The restaurant industry is in a near panic and as a desperate act they are offering you amazing bargains.  If you are one of the few New Yorkers who still has some disposable income, take this opportunity to eat in places you never could have afforded before.  Here are my top five recommendations:

1- JEAN GEORGES – 59th street and central park west; A very fancy, beautiful dining room with really comfy chairs.  French/Asian menu.  Offering a $28 lunch and a $35 dinner from 5:30-6:30 and 10-11

2- LE CIRQUE-58th street between lex. and  third; Choose between the fancy dining room or the casual cafe area.  French with American influence and Italian inspiration.  Offering a $24 lunch and $35 dinner weekdays. 

3- 21 CLUB-21 west 52nd street; Choose to sit in the bar, lounge or formal dining room.  Classic American fancy food…Steak, lobster, delicious desserts.  Offering a $35 lunch menu and $40 dinner menu before 6:30

4- KITTICHAI- 60 Thompson street; Beautiful dining room, very romantic.  Incredibly delicious Thai-French food.  Offering a $24 lunch menu and $35 dinner menu weekdays. 

5- PICHOLINE- 35 west 64th street; Quiet, conservative dining room with gigantic chandeliers. Seasonal Mediterranean food.  $20 for half-portion entree or three small plates.

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Jessica Alfreds

Jessica Alfreds is a Chef, Caterer, and Event Planner based in New York City. She is currently working on her first cookbook, teaching herself how to sew, and attempting to live a purposeful life. Jessica is a 3rd generation New Yorker and currently resides in the East Village. Visit jessicaalfreds.com.

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