scene: Midtown mish-mosh of after-workers, meet for drinkers and out of towners; front room for drinks and bites is always pretty packed, back rooms have warmer, bistro-like feel
sip: speciality cocktails, wines, anything
savor: crispy artichokes; grilled casear; take your shot
sit: For a business dinner; for a catch up with a friend who lives in another part of town; with people visiting and staying in midtown
spend: $$
address: 124 West 57th Street (between 6th and 7th, in the Viceroy, but separate entrance)
sit: Date night here might be tricky- the decoration says " special occasion" but the rest of the vibe is not that formal, so make sure that your dining partner is a)informed and b) not waiting for the ring; business associates; parents from out of town
spend: $$
address: 455 Madison Avenue (between 50th and 51st)
scene: Exudes coziness while remaining rather traditionally chic; More welcoming in style and attitude than your average midtown staple - meow to that!
sip: Italian vino is king on this spot's list
savor: Everything looked and sounded amazing, but we can vouch for the braised baby escarole, lasagna, and rigatoni with spicy anduja sausage
sit: Not a bad spot in the narrow dining room, but if you are feeling lucky, try to snag a table in the back garden room.
spend: $$$
address: 33 W 54th St. (btw 5th Ave & Ave of the Americas)