I buy gigantic dry-aged steaks and 1.5-inch pork chops here. The staff is really friendly and helpful.

"Mills" is my local bar, I live in that block, it's an old horse stable (for two horses) it's tiny, cozy, great drinks, food is great too - in the summer you can sit outside

Lunch there before a visit at the MET with a walk in Central Park

You need to make a reservation for L'Artusi years in advance... or at least the week before, if you try a walk-in then ask to be seated at the bar, as always in New York that is the best seats at any of my favorites restaurants.

Fun selection of mid century and post modern furniture and design objects.