Forgetmenot

Sandwiched between Chinatown and the Lower Eastside, Forgtmenot is a homey neighborhood joint with surf shack vibes and a hodgepodge menu that’s wonderfully suited for one of New Yorkers’ favorite pastimes: late-night eating. Perfect for ducking into after an evening on the town, its American menu with Mediterranean twists offers such disparate options as steak frites, fish tacos and a lamb pita sandwich. Boozy brunches are another popular MO for soaking up the sun (and dirty pickle martinis or Bloody Marys) while in the catbird seat for some of the world’s best people-watching.