WD-50

Much has been made of Wylie Dufresne's decision to abandon his celebrated restaurant's à la carte menu. News flash: You can still dine on the comparative cheap if you eat at the bar or in the lounge. There, two courses are a mere $25. If our recent mini-meal is any indication, WD-50 is on fire. We are longtime fans, but the food is even smarter and more vibrant than ever.