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Restaurants - Letter L in New York City

Updated July 3 2009 4:57 PM EST with 219 listings

L 'Ecole

L'Ecole, the restaurant of the French Culinary Institute. Enjoy a four course tasting menu from 6 to 8 pm. A fixed five course tasting menu prepared by student chefs available from 8 to 9:30 pm. Call for reservations for French cuisine at a moderate price.
462   Broadway,SohoNY10013at Grand St.,Tel212-219-3300
Website: frenchculinary.com

L'Absinthe

Classic French cuisine with Asian and Mediterranean accents. Reservations are recommended. Jacket and tie.
227   E. 67th St.,Uptown EastNY10021Between Second and Third Avenues.,Tel212-794-4950
Fax: 212-628-5089

L'Acajou

Nothing in this casual Alsatian bistro calls attention to itself, and it doesn't have to. Plenty of bisto basics, Alsation dishes as well.
53   W. 19th St.,Flatiron DistrictNY10011Between Fifth and Sixth Aves.,Tel212-645-1706
Website: lacajou.com

L'Annam

Plentiful Vietnamese "fill-up food" at reasonable prices.

L'Annam - Greenwich Village

121   University Pl.,Greenwich VillageNY10003at 13th St.,Tel212-420-1414

L'Annam - Greenwich Village

121   University Pl.,Greenwich VillageNY10016at 28th St.,Tel212-686-5168

L'Arte Del Gusto

68   Clinton St.,Lower East SideNY10002Tel212-253-1960

L'Asso

Serving thin crust Italian pizza.
192   Mott St.,NoLitaNY10012at Kenmare St.,Tel212-219-2353

L'Ecole

Modern French Bistro, great food from student chefs of the French Culinary Institute.
462   Broadway,SohoNY10013at Grand St.,Tel212-219-3300
Website: frenchculinary.com

L'Entrecote

Casual French Restaurant serving taditional French cuisine. Relaxed atmosphere.
1057   First Ave.,Sutton PlaceNY10022Betw. 57th & 58th Sts,Tel212-755-0080

L'Express

Open 24/7 and always hopping, this noisy Flatiron French Bistro serves traditional cuisine at affordable prices.
249   Park Ave.,MidtownNY10017at 20th St.,Tel212-254-5858
Fax: 212-254-5890; Website: lexpressnyc.com

L'Impero

Sophisticated and upscale restaurant offering innovative Italian cuisine
45   Tudor City Pl.,Turtle BayNY10017betw. 42nd & 43rd Sts.,Tel212-599-5045
Website: limpero.com

L'Ivre 1020 Lex

...a wine bar with a small but solid menu designed to help you through as many glasses as possible - TimeOut New York Restaurant Guide 2002
1020   Lexington Ave.,Upper East SideNYat 73rd St.,Tel212-717-3902

L'Orange Bleue

Serves delicious French-Med food and features bellydancing on Mo. night.
430   Broome St.,SohoNY10013at Crosby St.,Tel212-226-4999
Website: lorangebleue.com

L'Ulivo Focacceria

Great pizza, pasta, decor and superior service is all you'll find here; but then again what else could you be looking for in a pizza place.
184   Spring St.,SohoNY10012Tel212-343-1445

La Bagel

DAIRY- Med-sized restaurant serving delicious sandwiches made with home baked breads. Wonderful homemade soups, pizza and desserts. Cafe atmosphere. ( Under the supervision of Rabbi Shmuel Fishelis, Midtown Board of Kashrus).
263   First Ave.,StuyvesantNY10003Betw. E.15th & 16th Sts.,Tel212-338-9292
Fax: 212-260-5511

La Belle Epoque

French-Creole Village restaurant offering fab jazz brunches and tango nights.
827   Broadway,Greenwich VillageNY10003Bet. 12th & 13th Sts.,Tel212-254-6436

La Belle Vie

Decent French fare in French style bistro, outdoor seating available
184   Eighth Ave.,ChelseaNY10011between 19th & 20th Sts.,Tel212-929-4320
Website: chelseadining.com

La Boite en Bois

Excellent French cuisine served in a friendly atmosphere.
75   W. 68th St.,Lincoln CenterNY10023Columbus Ave/Central Park West.,Tel212-874-2705
Website: laboitenyc.com

La Bonne Soupe

La bonne soupe means "the good life" and you can truely bolster your soul here. Great French cuisine served in a casual atmosphere.
48   W. 55th St.,MidtownNY10019Betw 5th & 6th Ave,Tel212-586-7650
Fax: 721-265-6409; Website: labonnesoupe.com

La Bottega Caffe

New Italian restaurant offering authentic cuisine, perfect for parties
88   Ninth Ave.,ChelseaNY10011at 16th St., Maritime Hotel,Tel212-243-8400
Website: themaritimehotel.com

La Boîte en Bois

Lincoln Center?area French restaurant, pre-theater prix fixe meals available
75   W. 68th St.,Lincoln CenterNY10023betw. Columbus Ave. & CPW,Tel212-874-2705

La Cantina

Charming restaurant serving Southern Italian dishes in warm atmosphere
38   Eighth Ave.,West VillageNY10014at Jane St.,Tel212-727-8787

La Cantina Toscana

Small restaurant in East Side serving Tuscun cuisine and offering great wine list
1109   First Ave.,Uptown EastNY10021betw. 60th & 61st Sts.,Tel212-754-5454

La Caravelle

La Caravelle serves a fusion of French and Japanese cuisines. Pretty murals adorn the walls of the dining room. Extensive wine list. TONY Top 100 2002
33   W. 55th St.,MidtownNY10019in Shoreham Hotel 5th/6th Ave.,Tel212-586-4252
Fax: 212-956-8269

La Caridad

Chino-Latino diner. Extremely popular neighbourhood eatery. Large portions and very affordable.
2199   Broadway,Upper West SideNYat 78th St.,Tel212-874-2780

La Casalinga

Italian restaurant known for first rate cooking and generous portions. Catering and on-line delivery available.
120   First Ave.,East VillageNY10009at 7th St,Tel212-979-9799
Website: la-casalinga.com

La Ceiba

Good Mexican food at good prices.
173   Avenue A,East VillageNY10009at 11th St.,Tel212-677-0443

La Chinita Linda

Casual cafeteria like dining room. Extra generous plates of great tasting Chino-Latino cuisine at 70's prices.
166   Eighth Ave.,ChelseaNYBetw 18th &19th Sts,Tel212-633-1719

La CigaleLa Conquista

236   LaFayette St.,SohoNYat Spring St.,Tel212-598-4321

La Dolce Vita Ristorante

54   W. 13th St.,Greenwich VillageNYTel212-807-0580

La Flor de Broadway

3401   Broadway,Morningside HeightsNYat 138th St.,Tel212-926-4190

La Focaccia

Romantic Northern Italian restaurant in Greenwich Village
51   Bank St.,West VillageNY10014at W. 4th St.,Tel212-675-3754

La Fusta

Plenty of high quality meat dishes from steaks with chimichurry sauce, to morcilla (blood sausage, short ribs and more in the atmosphere of an Argentinean cantina
80   Baxter Ave.,between Ketcham and Layton,Tel718-429-8222
Website: lafustanewyork.com

La Giara

Little neighborhood Italian restaurant serving variable Italian food in relaxing atmosphere
501   Third Ave.,Kips BayNY10016betw. 33rd & 34th Sts.,Tel212-726-9855
Website: lagiara.com

La Gioconda

Midtown Italian restaurant
226   E. 53rd St.,Sutton PlaceNY10022betw. 2nd & 3rd Aves.,Tel212-371-3536
Website: lagiocondany.com

La Goulue

Wood-pannelled East Side Bistro serving traditional French cuisine. Enjoy sidewalk seating in the summer months.
746   Madison Ave.,Lenox HillNY10021betw. 64th & 65th Sts.,Tel212-988-8169
Fax: 212-396-2552

La Grenouille

La Grenouille the quintessential classic French restaurant. Magnificent floral displays. Professional and caring staff.
3   E. 52nd St.,MidtownNY10022betw. 5th & Madison Aves.,Tel212-752-1495
Website: la-grenouille.com

La Grolla

Upper West Side restaurant offering Northern Italian specialties
413   Amsterdam Ave.,Upper West SideNY10024betw. 79th & 80th Sts.,Tel212-496-0890

La Locanda dei Vini

Authentic Italian cuisine, perfect place for before theater meal
737   Ninth Ave.,ClintonNY11019betw. 49th & 50th Sts.,Tel212-258-2900

La Lunchonette

West Chelsea's funky mellow bistro serves great affordable French cuisine.
130   Tenth Ave.,ChelseaNY10011at 18th St.,Tel212-675-0342

La Madrastra

Great Italian cuisine, huge portions, reasonable prices and a comfortable romantic atmoshere.
93   First Ave.,East VillageNYBetw 5th & 6th Sts,Tel212-475-6620

La Maison de Sade

S & M Supper club serving French cuisine where the most painful thing isn't the bill. Live dominatrix shows nightly.
206   W. 23rd St.,ChelseaNY10011Btw 7th & 8th Aves,Tel212-727-2671
E-mail: SnMClub@aol.com; Website: lamaisondesade.com

La Mangeoire

La Mangeoire specializes in the cooking of southern france namely the cote d'azur, with specialities such as fish soup & caramelized onion tart.
1008   Second Ave.,Sutton PlaceNY10022Bet. 53rd & 54th Sts.,Tel212-759-7086
E-mail: lesbras@att.net; Website: lamangeoire.com

La Margarita

184   Thompson St.,Greenwich VillageNY10012Tel212-533-2410

La Marmite

Senegalese cuisine, reasonable prices, satellite television
2264   Fred. Douglas Blvd.,HarlemNYat 121th St and Eighth Ave.,Tel212-666-0653

La Masseria

Moderately priced Theater District trattoria offers a long menu of Italian classics, country villa interior design
235   W. 48th St.,Theater DistrictNY10036bet. Broadway & 8th Ave.,Tel212-582-2111

La Mediterranee

Cozy Midtown Bistro known for its well prepared food, warm service and mellow piano music.
947   Second Ave.,Sutton PlaceNY10022betw. 50th & 51st Sts.,Tel212-755-4155
Tel: 212-755-4156; Website: lamediterraneeny.com

La Mela

Family-style traditional Italian restaurant
167   Mulberry St.,Little ItalyNY10013betw. Broome & Grand Sts.,Tel212-431-9493

La Mia Pizza Restaurant

44   E. 8th St.,NohoNYTel212-539-1909

La Mirabelle

West side bistro providing good food and friendly service.
102   W. 86th St.,Upper West SideNY10024betw. Amsterdam & Columbus Aves.,Tel212-496-0458

La Nonna

Specializes in Tuscan specialties.
133   W. 13th St.,Greenwich VillageNYbetw. 6th & 7th Aves.,Tel212-741-3663

La Nueva Victoria Restaurant

2532   Broadway,Upper West SideNYTel212-865-1810

La Paella

A touch of Barcelona in the East Village. Authentic tempting tapas. Relaxing cool ambience.
214   E. 9th St.,Greenwich VillageNY10003betw 2nd & 3rd Aves.,Tel212-598-4321

La Palapa - East Village

77   St. Marks Pl.,East VillageNY10003betw. 1st & 2nd Aves.,Tel212-777-2537
Website: lapalapa.com

La Palapa - Greenwich Village

Authentic Mexican cuisine served in a friendly relaxing atmosphere
359   Sixth Ave.,Greenwich VillageNY10014at Washington Pl.,Tel212-243-6870
Website: lapalapa.com

La Paloma Burritos

359   W. 45th St.,ClintonNY10036Tel212-581-3844

La Petite Auberge

Old style Gramercy Park Bistro. Cozy, caring and excellent traditional French cuisine at affordable prices.
116   Lexington Ave.,Midtown SouthNY10016betw. 27th & 28th Sts.,Tel212-689-5003

La Ripaille

French Village bistro serving authentic dishes in intimate and quiet atmosphere
605   Hudson St.,West VillageNY10014between Bethune and W. 12th Sts.,Tel212-255-4406

La Rivista Ristorante

Pleasant Italian dining place, nightly live piano music
313   W. 46th St.,ClintonNY10036betw. 8th & 9th Aves.,Tel212-245-1707
Website: larivistanyc.com

La Rosita

Popular neighborhood restaurant serving great tasting Latino cuisine for almost twenty years.
2809   Broadway,Upper West SideNY10025Bet. 108th &109th Sts.,Tel212-663-7804

La Sandwicherie

Reasonably priced sandwiches, but slow service.
125   E. 4th St.,East VillageNY10003Bet. 1st & 2nd Aves.,Tel212-677-0558

La Scatolina

418   Sixth Ave.,Greenwich VillageNY10011Bet. 8th & 9th Sts.,Tel212-473-0555
Fax: 212-473-2826

La Strada

131   E. 56th St.,MidtownNY10022Bet. Park & Lexington Ave .,Tel212-759-0059
Fax: 212-759-0060

La Table O & Co.

New SoHo Mediterranean eatery featuring ambitious casual menu at mezzanine-level setting
92   Prince St.,SohoNY10012bet. Broadway & Mercer St.,Tel212-219-8155

La Taza de Oro

Great homemade, Cuban, Puerto Rican and Dominican food at great prices.
96   Eighth Ave.,ChelseaNY10011betw. 14th & 15th Sts.,Tel212-243-9946

La Tour

East Side French bistro serving typical French dishes
1319   Third Ave.,YorkvilleNY10021betw. 75th & 76th Sts.,Tel212-472-7578

La Vela

Upper West Side Italian restaurant serving classic Tuscan meals
373   Amsterdam Ave.,Upper West SideNY10024betw. 77th & 78th Sts.,Tel212-877-7818

Lady Mendl's

Elegant Gramercy tearoom, reminiscent of a more graceful age. Perfect for afternoon tea.
56   Irving Pl.,Gramercy ParkNY10003Inside The Inn At Irving Place,Tel212-533-4466
Website: innatirving.com

Lake Club

Very upscale, elegant restaurant offering delicacies such as Cordon Bleu, Crostaceo Panella, rack of lamb and much more as well as a beautiful waterfront view
1150   Clove Rd.,@ Victory Blvd, Staten Island,Tel718-442-3600
Website: lake-club.com

Lamarca

Gramercy fresh fare Italian cuisine, perfect pasta dishes, closed on weekends
161   E. 22nd St.,Gramercy ParkNY10010at 3rd Ave.,Tel212-674-6363

Lamb & Jaffy

An elegant candle-lit American restaurant, far more upscale than its neighbors, with well balanced flavourful dishes
1073   Manhattan Ave.,between Dupont & Freeman Sts,Tel718-389-3638

Lan

East Village Japanese restaurant specializes in sushi and fusion cuisine
56   Third Ave.,Greenwich VillageNY10003betw. 10th & 11th Sts.,Tel212-254-1959
Website: lan-nyc.com

Land

Upper West Side Thai restaurant, combination of inexpensive classics and unusual dishes; seating for 30, red-brick wall draped in sheer fabric decor
450   Amsterdam Ave.,Upper West SideNY10024betw. 81st & 82nd Sts.,Tel212-501-8121

Landmarc

TriBeCa bi-level bistro serving innovative, delicious French cuisine with Italian twist
179   West Broadway,TribecaNY10013betw. Leonard & Worth Sts.,Tel212-343-3883
Website: landmarc-restaurant.com

Landmark Tavern

Wonderfully preserved Midtown West tavern, established in 1868. British, Irish and traditional American classics
626   Eleventh Ave.,ClintonNY10036at 46th St,Tel212-757-8595

Lansky Lounge & Grill - Lower East Side

104   Norfolk St.,Lower East SideNY10002-3397Bet. Rivington & DeLancey Sts.,Tel212-677-5588

Lansky Lounge & Grill - Lower East Side

Steakhouse with well prepared dinner menu and cocktails list
104   Norfolk St.,Lower East SideNY10002betw Rivington & Delancey Sts.,Tel212-677-9489
Fax: 212-473-4860; Website: lanskylounge.com

Lanza's

East Village favorite that has been in place for over 100 years and features excellent home-style Italian cuisine.
168   First Ave.,East VillageNY10009bet 10th & 11th St,Tel212-674-7014
Fax: 212-674-6181; Website: salanthonys.com

Lasagna Ristorante

941   Second Ave.,Sutton PlaceNY10022Cor. of 50th St.,Tel212-308-5353
Fax: 212-308-5846

Lassi

28   Greenwich Ave.,New YorkNY10011Tel212-675-2688

Lattanzi

Italian restaurant, serving fantastic, fresh fare, including some Roman Jewish meals; perfect Theater District dining place
361   W. 46th St.,ClintonNY10036betw. 8th & 9th Aves.,Tel212-315-0980
Website: lattanzinyc.com

Lavagna

East Village Italian cuisine, extended wine list, romantic atmosphere
595   E. 5th St.,East VillageNY10009betw. Aves. A & B,Tel212-979-1005
Website: lavagnanyc.com

Lawrence Scott

Delicious food, which can't be discussed without mentioning the well-known and widely respected Lamb Shank. Also, a great wine list.
1363   First Ave.,YorkvilleNYBet. 73rd & 74th Sts.,Tel212-396-4555
E-mail: info@lawrencescott.com; Website: lawrencescott.com

Le Baobab

Spicy Senegalese dishes, very popular take-out spot.
120   W. 116th St.,HarlemNYbetw. Lenox & 7th Aves.,Tel212-864-4700

Le Bar Bat

Multi-level restaurant/ bar/club with cavernous bat theme. Caters to an after-work eclectic mix of young professionals. Live music. American cuisine.
311   W. 57th St.,ClintonNY10019betw. 7th and 8th Aves.,Tel212-307-7228
E-mail: info@lebarbat.com; Website: lebarbat.com

Le Bateau Ivre

Comfortable dining area, exclusive French dishes, vine tasting; nearly 250 varieties of wine on the list, classic French desserts.
230   E. 51st St.,Sutton PlaceNY10022betw. Second & Third Aves.,Tel212-583-0579
Website: lebateauivrenyc.com

Le Beaujolais

Traditional French cuisine, homey decor and charming hosts make this a perfect place for pre-theater dinners.
364   W. 46th St.,ClintonNYbetw. 8th & 9th Aves.,Tel212-974-7464

Le Bernardin

Seafood Midtown French exclusive cuisine in elegant setting
155   W. 51st St.,MidtownNY10019betw. 6th & 7th Aves.,Tel212-554-1515
Website: le-bernardin.com

Le Biarritz

West Midtown French restaurant serving classical French dishes. Handy for Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center.
325   W. 57th St.,ClintonNYBtwn. 8th & 9th Aves.,Tel212-751-2390

Le Bilboquet

East Side French stylish European bistro. Lively place for a good business lunch or informal dinner.
25   E. 63rd St.,Lenox HillNY10021betw. Madison & Park Aves.,Tel212-751-3036

Le Boeuf a la Mode

Traditional French cuisine in Upper East Side. Friendly casual atmosphere.
539   E. 81st St.,YorkvilleNY 10028Bet. York & East End,Tel212-249-1473

Le Bouchon

Very French Theater District bistro serving phenomenal French cuisine.
319   E. 51st St.,Sutton PlaceNYBtwn. 8th & 9th Aves.,Tel212-765-6463
Fax: 212-765-1429; Website: lebouchon.com

Le Cafe Creme Madison

Prix-fixe dinner for $19.50.
165   Madison Ave.,Midtown SouthNYTel212-679-8077

Le Charlot

Small, celebrity studded restaurant. Great food. Make reservations well in advance..
19   E. 69th St.,Lenox HillNY10021betw. Madison & Park Aves.,Tel212-794-6419
Fax: 212-794-2180

Le Cirque

French. $$$$
455   Madison Ave.,MidtownNY10155Tel212-644-0315

Le Cirque 2000

One of NY's tres chic restaurants. A must for the connoisseur. Brilliant new American cuisine. Jacket and tie required.
455   Madison Ave.,MidtownNY10022behind St. Patrick's Cathedral,Fax212-303-7712
General Info: 212-303-7754; Reservations: 212-303-7788
Website: nypalace.com

Le Clown

East Side French bistro is full of clown images and memorabilia
205   E. 75th St.,YorkvilleNY10021between Second and Third Aves.,Tel212-517-3356

Le Colonial

Upscale East Side Franco-Vietnamese restaurant. The food is fabulous and the second floor bar is very chic; colonial plantation decor.
149   E. 57th St.,MidtownNY10022betw. 3rd Ave & Lexington Ave,Tel212-752-0808
Fax: 212-752-7534; Website: lecolonial.com

LE Frite Kot

148   W. 4th St.,Greenwich VillageNYTel212-979-2616

Le Gamin Bedford

Charming French crepery, perfect for a light lunch and cafe au lait
27   Bedford St.,Greenwich VillageNYTel212-243-2846
Fax: 212-627-9087; E-mail: bedford@legamin.com
Website: legamin.com

Le Gamin Chelsea

183   Ninth Ave.,ChelseaNYat 21st St.,Tel212-243-8864
Fax: 212-627-9087; E-mail: chelsea@legamin.com
Website: legamin.com

Le Gamin East Village

536   E. 5th St.,East VillageNYbetw. A & B Aves.,Tel212-254-8409
Fax: 212-627-9087; E-mail: eastvillage@legamin.com
Website: legamin.com

Le Gamin Soho

Perfectly adequate crepes, wonderful bowls of cafe au lait and international magazines, all trade marks of this popular cafe.
132   East Houston St.,Greenwich VillageNYbetw. Mc. Dougal St. & Sullivan St.,Tel212-673-4592
Fax: 212-627-9087; E-mail: soho@legamin.com
Website: legamin.com

Le Gigot

Village charming restaurant offering excellent French fare, perfect place for romantic first date
18   Cornelia St.,Greenwich VillageNY10014between Bleeker and W. 4th Sts.,Tel212-627-3737

Le Grand Dakar

A Senegalese restaurant with French accents and a Moroccan atmosphere offering often simple but distinctive dishes
285   Grand Ave.,BrooklynNYTel718-398-8900

Le Jardin Bistro

Charming NoLita bistro, with romantic dining room. Enjoy garden dining during the summer months. Hearty affordable French cuisine.
25   Cleveland Pl.,NoLitaNY10012betw. Kenmare & Spring Sts.,Tel212-343-9599
Website: lejardinbistro.com

Le Madeleine

Popular petit French restaurant serving familar French dishes. A main-stay on the West Side.
403   W. 43rd St.,ClintonNY10036Betw. 9th & 10th Ave,Tel212-246-2993
Fax: 212-586-7631; Website: lemadeleine.com

Le Madri

Classy large dining room w/vaulted ceiling. Tuscan-style cuisine.
168   W. 18th St.,Flatiron DistrictNY10011at 7th Ave.,Tel212-727-8022

Le Marais

Kosher steakhouse well known for its tender steaks, roast chicken and golden fries.
150   W. 46th St.,Theater DistrictNY10036betw. 6th & 7th Aves.,Tel212-869-0900
Fax: 212-869-1016; Website: lemarais.net

Le Max

Old-fashioned theater district restaurant offering a large selection of French/Continental cuisine.
W. 43rd St.,Btwn. 6th & Broadway,Tel212-764-3705

Le Miu

Sushi and hot dishes such as Black Angus Steak & King Crab Fried Rice. Private parties and take out available.
107   Avenue A,East HarlemNY10009bet 6th and 7th St,Tel212-473-3100
Fax: 212-473-2075; Website: lemiusushi.com

Le Monde

French Brasserie well known among Columbia intellectuals, sidewalk seating at summer available
2885   Broadway,Morningside HeightsNYbetween 112th and 113th Sts.,Tel212-531-3939

Le Pere Pinard

Warm cozy Bistro with a stylish dining room and great French cuisine.
175   Ludlow St.,Lower East SideNY10002betw. Houston and Stanton Sts.,Tel212-777-4917

Le Perigord

Romantic French restaurant, famous for its classically prepared, and elegantly presented French cuisine. Jackets required.
405   E. 52nd St.,Sutton PlaceNY10022betw. FDR Dr. & 1st Ave.,Tel212-755-6244
Website: leperigord.com

Le Pescadou

This bistro flourishes due to its tempting French seafood dishes. A great place for the SoHo vibe
18   King St.,Hudson SquareNY10014at 6th Ave.,Tel212-924-3434

Le Petit Hulot

Small Parisian style restaurant serving terrific traditional French cuisine.Charming outdoor garden.
973   Lexington Ave.,Lenox HillNYbetw. 70th & 71st Sts.,Tel212-794-9800

Le Quercy

Friendly and classic French bistro in West Midtown
52   W. 55th St.,MidtownNY10019betw. 5th & 6th Aves.,Tel212-265-8141

Le Quinze

New French bistro brings Gallic authenticity to the West Village, Sunday brunch and sunny outdoor tables available
132   West Houston St.,Greenwich VillageNY10012bet. MacDougal & Sullivan Sts.,Tel212-475-1515

Le Refuge

Townhouse bistro offering French cuisine in antique-stuffed environs
166   E. 82nd St.,Upper East SideNY10028betw. Lexington & 3rd Aves.,Tel212-861-4505
Website: lerefugeinn.com

Le Rivage

Great Theater District Restaurant. Wonderful hearty French cuisine. Fantastic service guaranteed to get you to the show on time.
340   W. 46th St.,ClintonNY10036betw. 8th & 9th Aves.,Tel212-765-7374
Fax: 212-333-3915; Website: lerivagenyc.com

Le Singe Vert - Chelsea

French style bistro flavored with cuisine from Senegal, Africa.
160   Seventh Ave.,ChelseaNY10011at 19th St.,Tel212-366-4100
Fax: 212-366-9570; Website: lesingevert.com

Le Singe Vert - Chelsea

Chelsea French bistro serving very French cooking mixed with cuisine from Senegal, Africa
160   Seventh Ave.,ChelseaNY10011betw. 19th & 20th Sts.,Tel212-366-4100
Fax: 212-366-9570

Le Soleil

877   Tenth Ave.,ClintonNYat 10th Ave.,Tel212-581-6059

Le Souk

Great time had by all. Wonderful, cheap lobster and other Spanish favorites. Excellent sangria.
47   Avenue B,Alphabet CityNY10009Betw 3rd & 4th sts,Tel212-777-5454
Website: lesoukny.com

Le Tableau

East Village tinged French eatery with a crowded atmosphere, so come early. Very cretive menu.
511   E. 5th St.,East VillageNY10009betw. Aves. A & B,Tel212-260-1333
Fax: 212-979-1729; E-mail: mo211@aol.com
Website: letableaunyc.com

Le Train Bleu

Asian type atmoshpere with an American twist for a quick bite to eat while shopping at Bloomingdales.
100   Third Ave.,Greenwich VillageNY10003Bloomingdales 6th Floor,Tel212-705-2100
Fax: 212-705-3071

Le Veau D'Or

30's style French bistro
129   E. 60th St.,Lenox HillNY10022betw. Lexington & Park Aves.,Tel212-838-8133

Le Zie 2000

Chelsea Italian restaurant serving authentic Venetian menu with seafood preference
172   Seventh Ave.,ChelseaNY10011betw. 20th & 21st Sts.,Tel212-206-8686

Le Zinc

Fantastic TriBeCa Bistro with a crisp refreshing dining room and delicious food.
139   Duane St.,TribecaNY10013betw. West Broadway and Church St,Tel212-513-0001
Website: lezincnyc.com

Le Zoccole

Venetian-style tapas, along with other Italian inspired fare.
95   Avenue A,East VillageNYTel212-260-6660

Le Zoo

West Village hot spot serving traditional French cuisine, lots of ambience.
314   W. 11th St.,West VillageNY10014at Greenwich St.,Tel212-620-0393

Lemon

Satisfying nourishment such as fish tacos with green-chili sauce, thin-crusted pizzas, juicy and peppery filet and tempura tuna steaks which are moist and firm inside a light crisp batter.
230   Park Ave. So.,Flatiron DistrictNY10003(Bet. 18th & 19th Sts.),Tel212-614-1200

Lemongrass Grill - Financial District

84   William St.,Financial DistrictNY10038at Maiden Ln.,Tel212-809-8038

Lemongrass Grill - Greenwich Village

Reasonably priced and consistently tasty Thai food.
80   University Pl.,Greenwich VillageNY10003at 11th St.,Tel212-604-9870

Lemongrass Grill - Midtown South

138   E. 34th St.,Midtown SouthNY10016betw. Lexington & 3rd Aves.,Tel212-213-3317

Lemongrass Grill - Upper West Side

2534   Broadway,Upper West SideNY10025betw. 94th & 95th Sts.,Tel212-666-0888
Website: lemongrassgrill.com

Lemongrass Grill - West Village

Popular chain of Thai food budget restaurant.
37   Barrow St.,West VillageNY10014at 7th Ave. So.,Tel212-242-0606
Website: lemongrassgrill.com

Lenox

Upper East Side sophisticated restaurant serving new American menu
1278   Third Ave.,YorkvilleNY10021betw. 73rd & 74th Sts,Tel212-772-0404
Fax: 212-772-3229; Website: lenoxroom.com

Lentini

Upper East Side Italian restaurant wit quiet and comfortable ambiance
1562   Second Ave.,YorkvilleNY10028at 81st St.,Tel212-628-3131
Website: lentinirestaurant.com

Lentini Restaurant

Stylish informality, intelligent service and beautifully realized, all-Italian food.
1562   Second Ave.,YorkvilleNY10028Between 81st & 82nd Sts.,Tel212-628-3131
Website: lentinirestaurant.com

Leonard's Seafood & Prime Meats

Shellfish and fresh seafood, also prime meats for over 80 years. Highly rated by Zagat NYC Market Place.
1385   Third Ave.,YorkvilleNY10021Between 78th & 79th Sts.,Tel212-744-2600
Fax: 212-744-4312; Website: leonardsmarket.citysearch.com

Leopard Lounge at the Sin Sin

This lounge boasts plenty of seating and swingers. The kitchen is open 'till 4am.
85   Second Ave.,Lower East SideNY10003Tel212-253-2222

Leopard Restaurant

This lounge boasts plenty of seating and swingers. The kitchen is open 'till 4am.
235   E. 50th St.,Sutton PlaceNY10022Betw. 2nd & 3rd Aves.,Tel212-759-3735

Les Deux Gamins

This Greenwich Village restaurant is truly for the cool cats of the world, serving up a wide selection of French eats for cheap prices. Bon jour!
170   Waverly Pl.,Greenwich VillageNY10012Tel212-807-7357
Fax: 212-627-9087

Les Deux Lapins

222   Thompson St.,Greenwich VillageNYTel212-387-8484

Les Enfants Terribles

Lower East Side French-African restaurant and bar
37   Canal St.,Lower East SideNY10002at Ludlow St.,Tel212-777-7518
Website: lesenfantsterriblesnyc.com

Les Halles - Fulton

Pioneers of the brasserie concept in the U.S., Les Halles serves the fresh and simple dishes of France's everyday in a relaxed environment.
15   John St.,FultonNY10038betw. Broadway & Nassau St.,Tel212-285-8585
Website: leshalles.net

Les Halles - Midtown South

411   Park Ave. So.,Midtown SouthNY10016bet. 28th & 29th Sts.,Tel212-679-4111
Website: leshalles.net

Les Routiers

Contemporary French bistro located on Manhattan?s Upper West Side, offers imaginative French cuisine, great winelist, romantic French country ambiance
568   Amsterdam Ave.,Upper West SideNY10024betw. 87th & 88th Sts.,Tel212-874-2742
Website: les-routiers.com

Les Sans Culottes West

Friendly bargain bistro serving good French cuisine.
347   W. 46th St.,ClintonNY10036Tel212-247-4284

Leshko's

Leshko's serves warm lamb medallions with a cool Israeli couscous salad, smoky grilled-vegetable side, tuna steak with twice-baked potato, crunchy green beans with silvered almonds and a plate of chocolate-chip cookies with a cup of extraordinary hot chocolate.
111   Avenue A,East VillageNY10009(at 7th St.),Tel212-777-2111

Levana

MEAT- Carefully prepared steaks, chicken and fish dishes. Great food, well worth a visit. (Glatt Kosher, under the supervision of Chov K). Click here to see a picture
141   W. 69th St.,Lincoln CenterNY10023betw. Columbus Ave & Broadway,Tel212-877-8457
Fax: 212-595-7522; E-mail: info@levana.com
Website: levana.com

Lever House

Located in Midtown modernist landmark American cuisine restaurant
390   Park Ave.,MidtownNY10022enter on 53rd St., betw. Madison & Park Aves.,Tel212-888-2700
Website: leverhouse.com

Lexington Restaurant

1869   Lexington Ave.,East HarlemNY116th St.,Tel212-534-4732

Li Hua

Little Italy Korean restaurant located in airy, well-windowed room, serves inexpensive classics
171   Grand St.,Little ItalyNY10013at Baxter St.,Tel212-343-0090

Liberty Gourmet

120   Liberty St.,Financial DistrictNYTel212-521-2424

Liberty View

Battery Park City, casual Chinese restaurant serves Shanghai, Szechuan and Cantonese specialties, Asian characters spell out service-themed poetry on the walls, outdoor patio with spectacular views of the Hudson
21   South End Ave.,Battery ParkNY10280at W. Thames St.,Tel212-786-1888

Life Cafe

East Village menu which includes vegetarian dishes- Philly seitan sandwich alongside fried chicken with garlic mashed potatoes.
343   E. 10th St.,East VillageNY10009(at Avenue B),Tel212-477-8791
E-mail: 4.info@lifecafenyc.com; Website: lifecafenyc.com

Life Cafe Nine 83

A Bohemian atmosphere with a menu offering both american, mexican and a few vegan dishes, delivery is available
983   Flushing Ave.,BrooklynNYbetween Bogart & Central Sts,Tel718381133
Website: lifecafenyc.com

Lili's Noodle Shop & Grill - Financial District

Fantastic Chinese cuisine. Down to earth prices. Great atmosphere.
102   North End Ave.,Financial DistrictNY10281at Vesey St.,Tel212-786-1300

Lili's Noodle Shop & Grill - Midtown

200   W. 57th St.,MidtownNY10019enter on 7th Ave., betw. 56th & 57th Sts.,Tel212-586-5333

Lili's Noodle Shop & Grill - Yorkville

1500   Third Ave.,YorkvilleNY10028near 84th Street,Tel212-639-1313

Lima's Taste

East Village authentic Peruvian cuisine, delicious and inexpensive
432   E. 13th St.,East VillageNY10009betw. Ave. A & 1st Ave.,Tel212-228-7900
Website: limastaste.com

Limoncello

Midtown West Italian stylish and very civilized restaurant serving updated versions of Italian classics. Reservation recommended Also delivery available within 10 block radius
777   Seventh Ave.,MidtownNY10019Michaelangelo Hotel betw. 50th & 51st Sts.,Tel212-582-1310

Lin's Dumpling House

Two story restaurant offering a variety of Chinese dishes but best known for it's dumplings.
25   Pell St.,ChinatownNY10013at St James Pl,Tel212-577-2777

Link Restaurant Bar & Lounge

...British-born, French-trained Julian Clauss-Ehler's menu at Link bridges several cultural divides. - New York Magazine
120   E. 15th St.,Gramercy ParkNYTel212-995-1010

Lipstick Cafe

Creative American cuisine. Breakfast and Lunch.
885   Third Ave.,Sutton PlaceNY10022at 54th St.,Tel212-486-8664
Fax: 212-980-3745

Liquid Laboratory

...has everything for the nutritious conscious. - CitySearch
24   John St.,Financial DistrictNYTel212-571-6223

Lisca

Mid-priced Italian restaurant offers classics dishes in a simple, casual setting; small bar
660   Amsterdam Ave.,Upper West SideNY10025betw. 92nd & 93rd Sts.,Tel212-799-3987

Little Basil

Artfully presented dishes at this modest Thai eatery where the flavors are excellent. (TONY TOP100 2001)
39   Greenwich St.,Financial DistrictNYat Charles St,Tel212-645-8965

Little D Eatery

A simple but pleasant atmosphere where you'll have your choice of little dishes, big dishes and side dishes from mac & cheese to Foie Gras
434   Seventh Ave.,between 14th & 15th Sts,Tel718-369-3144
Website: littled-eatery.com

Little Giant

35-seat new restaurant on the Lower East Side offering upscale menu of seasonal American dishes
85   Orchard St.,Lower East SideNY10002at Broome St.,Tel212-226-5047
Website: littlegiantnyc.com

Little Havana Restaurant

Wonderful food, impecable service, great warm atmosphere.
30   Cornelia St.,Greenwich VillageNYTel212-255-2212

Little Place

...you'll find burritos and quesadillas for less than $7... - TONY Cheap Eats
61   Warren St.,Financial DistrictNYat West Broadway,Tel212-528-3175

Little Place, The

Its a squeeze whether its breakfast, lunch or dinner at this easy to miss hole in the wall. But well worth the wait. Great soups and Mexican specials.
73   West Broadway,Financial DistrictNY10007Bet. Murray & Warren Sts.,Tel212-528-3175
Fax: 212-528-3177

Little Saigon

Cozy coffee shop. Inexpensive and exotic.
374   W. 46th St.,ClintonNYbetw 8th & 9th Aves,Tel212-956-0693

LL Hawaii Barbecue

535   Eighth Ave.,Hell's KitchenNY10018Tel212-629-9708

Lo Scalco

Upscale eatery offers TriBeCan aristocracy a taste of contemporary Italian fare in elegant enviroment
313   Church St.,TribecaNY10013betw. Lispenard & Walker Sts.,Tel212-343-2900

Loeser's Kosher Deli

Kosher deli fare. Homemade knishes with different meat and vegetable possibilities. Soups are homemade with three choices everyday. (KDG)
214 W. 231st St.; Betw. Broadway & Godwin Terr.,Tel212-601-6665
Fax: 212-884-7015

Lola

Hot bar scene. Wonderful eclectic cuisine and rockin' gospel brunch."Fab" party scene. Live funk and R&B.
30   W. 22nd St.,Flatiron DistrictNY10010Btw 5th & 6th Aves.,Fax212-657-6760
Tel: 212-675-6700; E-mail: lolany@usa.net

Lola Restaurant

15   Watts St.,SohoNY10013Tel212-675-6700

Lollipop

This vietnamese-Thai restaurant-Lounge will sweeten nightlife options on the upper east side. Lollipop-like tapas-snacks on a stick-are served until 4 pm.
27   E. 61st St.,New YorkNY10021Tel212-752-8900

Londel's

One of the city's best restaurants for Southern style food.
2620   Fred. Douglas Blvd.,HarlemNY10030betw. 139th & 140th Sts.,Tel212-234-6114
Website: londelsrestaurant.com

Long Shine

A fine place to sample the simple, fresh, delicate cuisine of Fujian Province. Cantonese dishes also available.
47   East Broadway,Lower East SideNYbetw Doyers & Market Sts,Tel212-349-0909

Los Dos Molinos

New York outpost of an Arizona restaurant serving New Mexican grub.
119   E. 18th St.,Gramercy ParkNY10003between Irving Pl. and Park Ave. South,Tel212-505-1574

Los Mariachis Mexican Restaurant Inc

Mexican food from the Puebla region. Located in Coney Island.
805 Coney Island Ave., Brooklyn,Tel718-826-3388

Lot 61

With a clientele as extravagant as the prices, this displaced Soho-esque truck garage-turned-cocktail lounge is not for the faint of art.
550   W. 21st St.,ChelseaNY10011Between 10th & 11th Aves.,Tel212-243-6555
Website: lot61.com

Lotus

Lounge/bar/restaurant presents a great menu of innovative French cuisine. Bustling bar scene. Crowded dance floor.
409   W. 14th St.,ChelseaNYBtw 9th & 10 th Aves,Tel212-243-4420
Tel: 212-255-8060; Website: lotusnewyork.com

Lotus Club

Stylish place, decked out in wood, ancient church pews and pierced-tin lanterns. Sensational sandwiches, salads and wrapes star on the menu.
35   Clinton St.,Lower East SideNYat Stanton St,Tel212-253-1144

Lou's Cafe

1301   Sixth Ave.,Midtown SouthNY10019Tel212-581-3785

Louie's Westside Cafe

Upper West Side pleasant and ordinary New American restaurant and bar
441   Amsterdam Ave.,Upper West SideNY10024at 81st St.,Tel212-877-1900

Louis Bar

Live jazz and panini.
649   E. 9th St.,Alphabet CityNYTel212-673-1190

Lovely Day

...pan-Asian menu has egg, rice, soba nad udon noodles mingling with chick, pork and vegetables... - TONY Top 100
196   Elizabeth St.,NoLitaNYbetween Prince and Spring Sts.,Tel212-925-3310

Luca

Upper East Side Northern Italian restaurant
1712   First Ave.,YorkvilleNY10128betw. 88th & 89th Sts.,Tel212-987-9260
Website: lucatogo.com

Luca Bar

Italian cuisine. Live music on Tuesdays. Cash only. Take out available.
119   St. Marks Pl.,East VillageNY10009bet 1st Ave & Ave A,Tel212-254-1511
Website: lucaloungenyc.com

Luca Lounge

Enjoy great food, in a place with its own bar, small dining room and excellent garden.
220   Avenue B,East VillageNY10009Tel212-674-9400

Lucien

East Village French Bistro with a 40's Paris setting. Cozy dining room. Affordable.
14   First Ave.,East VillageNY10009Betw 1st & 2nd Sts.,Tel212-260-6481
Website: luciennyc.com

Lucky Cheng's

A novel restaurant where cross-dressing waiters serve Pacific Rim cuisine.
24   First Ave.,East VillageNY10009Tel212-473-0516
Fax: 212-473-0481; Website: planetluckychengs.com

Lucky Jack's - Lower East Side

129   Orchard St.,Lower East SideNY10002Tel212-477-6555

Lucky Jack's - Lower East Side

129   Orchard St.,Lower East SideNY10002Tel212-477-6555

Lucky Strike

One of Manhattan's funkiest restaurants, serving French-American cuisine. No Reservations accepted.
59   Grand St.,SohoNY10013bet. W. Broadway & Wooster St.,Tel212-941-0479
Fax: 212-274-9365; Website: luckystrikeny.com

Lucy's Latin Kitchen

Flatiron Mexican restaurant serving Latino cuisine and creative cocktails
35   E. 18th St.,Flatiron DistrictNY10003betw. Broadway & Park Ave. So., ABC Carpet & Home,Tel212-475-5829

Ludo

Contemporary Latin American cuisine in a cosmopolitan setting.
42   E. 1st St.,East VillageNY10003bet 1st & 2nd Ave,Tel212-777-5617
Website: ludonyc.com

Luke's Bar & Grill

Options include the best burger: ten ounces of pure beef, cobb salad and roasted half chicken that's crisp, juicy and tasty.
1394   Third Ave.,YorkvilleNY10021betw. 79th & 80th Sts.,Tel212-249-7070

Lumi

Upscale Upper East Side Northern Italian restaurant known for well-prepared pastas; sidewalk seats in summer and fireplace in winter
963   Lexington Ave.,Lenox HillNY10021at 70th St.,Tel212-570-2335
Website: lumirestaurant.com

Luna Piena

Friendly and informal Midtown Italian restaurant, moderate prices
243   E. 53rd St.,Sutton PlaceNY10022btwn 2nd and 3rd avs,Tel212-308-8882

Lunchbox Food Company

Lawrence Rudolph and Jennifer Kohns of Lunchbox Food Co. (makers of fancy chocolates, brownies and sauces) have restored the former Terminal Diner as a restaurant and showcase their goods. - TONY Top 100
357   West St.,West VillageNYbetween Clarkson and Leroy Sts.,Tel646-230-9466

Lundy's Midtown

Legendary fish emporium has taken over three floors of Times Square. Equally as delicious as its famous Brooklyn sister.
205   W. 50th St.,MidtownNYTel212-586-0022

Lupa

Rustic Italian eatery. Wonderful cheeses and cured meats served all afternoon or sold over the counter. Homely atmosphere.
170   Thompson St.,Greenwich VillageNY10012Betw Bleeker and Houston Sts,Tel212-982-5089
Website: luparestaurant.com

Lupe's East L.A. Kitchen

Lupe's is about as authentic as you can get without boarding a plane. No fancy margarita mixes just decent, hearty food.
110   Sixth Ave.,SohoNY10013at Watts St,Tel212-966-1326

Lure Fishbar

Below-ground SoHo seafooder place serving large menu from sashimi to steamed, grilled or roasted whole fish; raw bar; luxury yacht decor
142   Mercer St.,SohoNY10012at Prince St., downstairs,Tel212-431-7676
Website: lurefishbar.com

Lure Restaurant & Lounge

33   E. 60th St.,Lenox HillNYbetween Madison and Park Aves.,Tel212-319-3800

Lusardi's

Upscale Upper East Side Northern Italian restaurant. Old-style cuisine specialties; exceptional wine list
1494   Second Ave.,YorkvilleNY10021betw. 77th & 78th Sts.,Tel212-249-2020
Fax: 821-261-5853; Website: lusardis.com

Luscious Food

American "comfort food" restaurant with everything from mac-and-cheese to meat loaf at reasonable prices
59   Fifth Ave.,BrooklynNYbetween Bergen St & St. Marks,Tel718-398-5800
Website: lusciousbrooklyn.com

Lutece

Elegantly royal, French Restaurant set in a Georgian townhouse. Exquisite cuisine. Friendly staff. (NYT * * */$$$$ 2001, ZAGAT 26/$75 2001)
249   E. 50th St.,Sutton PlaceNY10022Tel212-752-2225
Website: arkrestaurants.com

Luxia

Small sweet Theater District hideaway restaurant with good Italian Eclectic cuisine. Great garden. Live jazz call for more details.
315   W. 48th St.,ClintonNY10036Between 8th and 9th Aves.,Tel212-957-0800
Website: luxianyc.com

Luzia's

Recently expanded, this neighborhood restaurant offers Portuguese cuisine
429   Amsterdam Ave.,Upper West SideNY10024betw. 80th & 81st Sts.,Tel212-595-2000

Luzzo's Restaurant

211   First Ave.,East VillageNY10003Tel212-473-6665