For Quiet Deals
Since it opened under the helm of chef Josh DeChellis last autumn, Jovia has made some changes: DeChellis departed and Barbuto alum Eben Copple took over in the kitchen of this elegant Italian-focused restaurant. A graceful dining room (thanks to designer Jeffrey Beers) has red leather chairs and pendant lamps, and in addition to an upstairs space that seats 30 for private events, there’s a long wood bar, perfect for a glass of wine or a house cocktail. Opt for the regular menu or the chef’s bar menu, with a selection of salumi, cheeses, panini, and other nosh like fritto misto.For Brazilian Flavor
Who says the Upper East Side has to be staid and conservative? Buzina Pop is a charming sliver of a restaurant, with a Brazilian menu (which, of course, includes caipirinhas on the drink list). The first floor has a bar and views into the kitchen, and there’s sidewalk seating when it’s nice outside. But the upstairs dining room is the real treat: Decked out in vibrant shades of green, the room is laden with cute details like black and white stitched pillows, palm tree-print fabric, and modern Brazilian graphic wallpaper.
For French Fare
On a bustling corner of Second Avenue—within sight of the iconic Elaine’s, no less—is the comfortable, casual Café d’Alsace. The brasserie has all the essential touches of a French eatery, such as ochrecolored walls accented with mirrors and a row of tall glass doors that open onto the street. The Alsatian menu is rich with hearty comfort foods: sausages, tarts, soufflés, and choucroute. The 60-seat restaurant opened in March and has an unfussy zinc-top bar decorated with rows of multicolored bottles overhead. In addition to offering 250 wines, the café has plenty of beer options (and even employs a beer sommelier) with a selection of 100 brews.
For a Place to Lounge
Lollipop is a small, modern space next door to (and downstairs from) Serafina Fabulous Grill. The spot looks different from the typical Upper East Side bĂ´ite, thanks to a sexy, slick look by the in-demand Rockwell Group. The 100-seat lounge is heavy with red, orange, and pink candycolors, and patrons can enjoy small dishes from the Thai and Vietnamese menu.
—Mark Mavrigian
Photos: JJ Ignotz for BiZBash (Jovia)
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Since it opened under the helm of chef Josh DeChellis last autumn, Jovia has made some changes: DeChellis departed and Barbuto alum Eben Copple took over in the kitchen of this elegant Italian-focused restaurant. A graceful dining room (thanks to designer Jeffrey Beers) has red leather chairs and pendant lamps, and in addition to an upstairs space that seats 30 for private events, there’s a long wood bar, perfect for a glass of wine or a house cocktail. Opt for the regular menu or the chef’s bar menu, with a selection of salumi, cheeses, panini, and other nosh like fritto misto.For Brazilian Flavor
Who says the Upper East Side has to be staid and conservative? Buzina Pop is a charming sliver of a restaurant, with a Brazilian menu (which, of course, includes caipirinhas on the drink list). The first floor has a bar and views into the kitchen, and there’s sidewalk seating when it’s nice outside. But the upstairs dining room is the real treat: Decked out in vibrant shades of green, the room is laden with cute details like black and white stitched pillows, palm tree-print fabric, and modern Brazilian graphic wallpaper.
For French Fare
On a bustling corner of Second Avenue—within sight of the iconic Elaine’s, no less—is the comfortable, casual Café d’Alsace. The brasserie has all the essential touches of a French eatery, such as ochrecolored walls accented with mirrors and a row of tall glass doors that open onto the street. The Alsatian menu is rich with hearty comfort foods: sausages, tarts, soufflés, and choucroute. The 60-seat restaurant opened in March and has an unfussy zinc-top bar decorated with rows of multicolored bottles overhead. In addition to offering 250 wines, the café has plenty of beer options (and even employs a beer sommelier) with a selection of 100 brews.
For a Place to Lounge
Lollipop is a small, modern space next door to (and downstairs from) Serafina Fabulous Grill. The spot looks different from the typical Upper East Side bĂ´ite, thanks to a sexy, slick look by the in-demand Rockwell Group. The 100-seat lounge is heavy with red, orange, and pink candycolors, and patrons can enjoy small dishes from the Thai and Vietnamese menu.
—Mark Mavrigian
Photos: JJ Ignotz for BiZBash (Jovia)
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