New York restaurants: what’s worth it

Every spot graded honestly for who you are. Read the one-line verdict, then open the full call.

Katz's DelicatessenKatz's Delicatessen deserves a place on most first itineraries.Le BernardinLe Bernardin deserves a place on most first itineraries.Peter Luger Steak HousePeter Luger Steak House deserves a place on most first itineraries.Eleven Madison ParkEleven Madison Park deserves a place on most first itineraries.Grand Central Oyster BarGrand Central Oyster Bar deserves a place on most first itineraries.Di Fara PizzaDi Fara Pizza deserves a place on most first itineraries.BalthazarBalthazar deserves a place on most first itineraries.Xi'an Famous FoodsXi'an Famous Foods deserves a place on most first itineraries.Gramercy TavernGramercy Tavern deserves a place on most first itineraries.Russ & DaughtersRuss & Daughters deserves a place on most first itineraries.Via CarotaVia Carota deserves a place on most first itineraries.Joe's PizzaJoe's Pizza deserves a place on most first itineraries.