Manuela

Manuela is a Soho staple pairing rustic Italian cooking with a buzzy cocktail bar, set inside a plant-filled, art-lined dining room.

Tucked into a converted Soho space, Manuela blends the feel of a European bistro with New York polish — think handmade pastas, wood-fired proteins, and a well-stocked bar pouring classic and house cocktails. The airy, greenery-filled dining room and adjoining bar make it equally suited to a long lingering dinner or a pre-dinner round of drinks with friends.

Best for: A polished Italian dinner with a lively bar scene in Soho