14 New Restaurants For You to Try

Open Since: October 2015
Type of Cuisine: Mostly American fare with notable Southern influence

While Whiskey Social’s major bragging point is their selection of about 100 different whiskeys from all over the world, they also serve dinner and brunch. Special dishes include duck fat confit chicken wings with hot sauce and blue cheese, fried pickles with buttermilk garlic dipping sauce and a “Southern burger” with barbecue sauce and fried pickles.

Open Since: October 2015
Type of Cuisine: Pakistani

Dubbed by owners as an “authentic Pakistani picnic,” BK Jani brings grilled lamb chops, steak, chicken, and more to Knickerbocker Avenue. Served on paper plates atop picnic tables, dishes include sliders, grilled pineapple slices with cinnamon, and roasted corn and leek salad. The walls serve as canvases for local artists and a magnet wall allows diners to write their own messages.

Open Since: Nov. 12
Type of Cuisine: Mexican

After serving up his signature cemitas at Smorgasburg for the last few years, owner Danny Lyu opened this brick-and-mortar eatery where the 10-layered Mexican sandwich is the main focus of its menu. In addition to cemitas, the restaurant offers burritos, tacos, milkshakes and other treats.

Open Since: November
Type of Cuisine: Japanese

Chef Chris Jaeckle, known for his sushi burritos and chirashi bowls, just opened his second Manhattan location inside Gotham West Market in Hell’s Kitchen. Enjoy the hand-rolled creations stuffed with fresh, seasonal vegetables and top notch seafood ... and finally a piece of sushi that’s big enough to fill you up.

Open Since: Nov. 16
Type of Cuisine: American

The trendy new eatery with a view — named after local community gardens activist David “Mr. Purple” Wilkie, who passed away earlier this year — features straightforward American fare like burgers, sandwiches and salads that incorporate local and regional businesses like 2nd Ave Deli and il laboratorio del gelato.

Open Since: October 2015
Type of Cuisine: Japanese-style ramen with soul food influences

It’s a restaurant within a restaurant. Soul Ramen is located in the back of a Manna’s Soul Food restaurant on Lenox Avenue. Menu items include an oxtail-infused broth with noodles, vegetables, and meat.

Open Since: Mid-September
Type of Cuisine: American

This American comfort food spot offers a convenient option for anyone looking to grab a bite before a performance at Lincoln Center. With both upscale options, like steak and a raw bar, and low-key snacks and dishes like deviled eggs or mac and cheese, there’s something for all palates.

Open Since: Nov. 11
Type of Cuisine: Coffee and gourmet breakfast

Blank Slate offers up fancy breakfast nibbles, coffee, and baked goods all day. Come for the roasted mushroom scramble with feta and spinach, stay for the affogato (gelato with espresso) and because you’re too content to move.