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    Sardi's, North America

  234 West 44th Street - New York, NY            
In the heart of New York's Theater District, Sardi's has been the toast of Broadway for 82 years. Located at 234 West 44th Street, the restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Late supper is served from Tuesday through Saturday.
    Bambara Bar e Restaurante, South America
  Av. Otávio Mangabeira - Jardim de Alah - Salvador, BA           
Programação musical diversificada e um delicioso cardápio.
    Isabella's, North America
  359 Columbus Ave. - (77th Street) - New York, NY            
Isabella's has been hailed for over fifteen years as an "Upper West Side institution" by neighborhood regulars and serious diners alike. Once you walk through its doors, you'll immediately know you're somewhere special. Known for not only great food but for its reasonable prices and great service, Isabella's has earned its place among the must-do New York experiences.
Offering both creative renditions and dishes that are sure-to-please, Isabella's inventive Mediterranean cuisine melts perfectly with the quintessential Upper West Side setting, making it the ideal destination for any outing.
    Baby Beef Bahia, South America
  Av. Antônio Carlos Magalhães - Salvador, BA           
Inaugurado em 1980, o Baby Beef Bahia foi idealizado pelo empresário Mamede Paes Mendonça, que trouxe para Salvador a sofisticação dos grandes restaurantes, com um cardápio especialmente preparado para atender aos desejos do público soteropolitano.
Hoje, a casa conta com um salão para 280 pessoas e recebe um público sofisticado tanto para almoços de negócios quanto para jantares em família. Com uma equipe qualificada, o Baby Beef conta com uma das melhores adegas climatizadas do Nordeste e, ainda, com espaço infantil – o Baby Kids para atender melhor aos seus clientes.
    Atlantic Grill, North America
  1341 Third Avenue - New York, NY            
"Ride the tide to Atlantic Grill, our Upper East Side neighborhood favorite! Voted one of the 50 most popular restaurants in New York in the 2008 Zagat (with a top raw bar), Atlantic Grill is the place to go for your seafood and sushi fix.
Our bright, 200-seat space complete with bistro chairs, framed photos, baby blue walls and skylight might make you feel like you sailed into Cape Cod. You may not have left New York's harbor, but one thing is sure: our seafood is just as fresh."
    Park Avenue Cafe, North America
  100 E. 63rd Street - (Park Ave.) - New York, NY           
Park Avenue Cafe offers a unique menu of innovative American cuisine from Chef Neil Murphy, a welcoming and informed service team, and an outstanding wine list at the corner of 63rd Street & Park Ave. on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. In fact, it was this winning combination that made leading food writer John Mariani exclaim, this is "One of the best dinners I've had in New York this year." The newly renovated restaurant is a wonderful setting to an exceptional meal, followed by unforgettably beautiful and delicious desserts by award-winning pastry chef Richard Leach.
    Le Cirque 2000, North America
  455 Madison Ave. - (50th 51st Streets) - New York, NY           
    Riverdale Garden, The, North America
  4576 Manhattan College Parkway - Bronx, NY            
The Riverdale Garden welcomes you with a comfortable fine dining experience in the tree-lined Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. The restaurant features no-nonsense seasonal cuisine in a casual and elegant atmosphere, including a flower garden (for dining al fresco), terrace and a wood burning stove.
    North Square, North America
  103 Waverly Place - New York, NY             
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Trends come and go, but apple martinis and Marlene Dietrich are here to stay. Inspired by the subtle glamour that is the everyday, the hide-away lounge is a place for cocktails with friends or dinner for two. Here, the allure of the past is a reminder that good food and great company are always a staple of the present.
The gloves come off for afternoon tea in the Deco Room. Whether it's a light salad at five, or an elegant private dinner at eight, the timelessness of this classic space is a perfect balance of old and new.
    Cais do Oriente, South America
  R. Visconde de Itaboraí, 8 - Centro - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Edificação tombada pelo Patrimônio Histórico que, entre paredes com pé direito altos feitas com pedra, tijolos e óleo de baleia (circa 1879), mixagem de cozinha de elaboração minimalista à ambiência jazzy e bossa nova. Ambientado na área externa a céu aberto, paisagem de décor tropical, luz indireta nas paredes parecidas com falésias, área interna com salão fechado onde está localizado charutaria e adega, Mezzanino: espaço lounge, palco para dialeto das doze notas. Verdadeira degustação estética.
    Porcão Ilha, South America
  Estrada do Galeão s/nº - Ilha do Governador - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
“Em 1975 o Grupo Porcão iniciou o que viria a se tornar um marco no mercado de churrascarias. Nosso serviço revolucionário promoveu tal melhoria , que os restaurantes Porcão se diferenciaram das outras churrascarias brasileiras. Além do crescimento de nossa marca, que a cada dia fica mais reconhecida e forte, o objetivo do Grupo Porcão é o de sempre manter o seu serviço único. O jeito Porcão de servir.”
    Churrascaria Plataforma, North America
  316 W. 49th Street - (8th-9th Aves.) - New York, NY            
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Churrascaria is the name used to describe a restaurant that serves meat, mostly grilled, and Rodizio is a method of serving different cuts of meat that originated in the south of Brazil in the early 1800's.
The concept is to serve a wide variety of different cuts of beef, pork, lamb, chicken, etc., in succession, to each diner individually right at their table, thus there is not a traditional menu. The restaurant features a fixed-price continuous tableside service. In 1996, New York City was finally gifted with Plataforma Churrascaria: The authentic Brazilian Rodizio...enhancing even more the options this incredible city has to offer.
    Hokkaido Restaurante Japonês, South America
  BR 356, 2500 Lj.R03 - Santa Lúcia - Belo Horizonte, MG           
    Tower Grill, South America
  Av. Lauro Miller, 116 2º piso - Botafogo - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Palavras do Maitre Garrincha: "Ao dedicar por gerações um carinho especial a todos os meus clientes, tenho a certeza de que esta dedicação ao longo do tempo somente me engradeceu e me proporcionou a satisfação de tornar-me não só um amigo de todos, como também de receber dos amigos o retorno deste carinho e amizade, o que muito me envaidece. No que tange a minha especialidade, coloco à disposição o "RESTAURANTE TOWER GRILL" - minha mais recente criação - localizado na área de alimentação do 2º pavimento do Shopping Rio Sul, aonde diariamente, eu e minha equipe estaremos empenhados em proporcionar aos amigos momentos agradáveis."
    Barolo Restaurant, North America
  398 West Broadway - New York, NY           
Walking down West Broadway, the main Avenue of New York's fashionable Soho district, among the fine boutiques and art galleries, you will notice the spacious front of Ristorante Barolo. Etablished in 1990, Barolo has crafted a reputation of excellence among a fashionable and discerning clientele, both locally and internationally. Ristorante Barolo is well known for some of the most exquisite and authentic Northern Italian cuisine, complemented by a prize winning wine list of over 1,200 selections.
    Only if by Land, Two if by Sea, North America
  17 Barrow St. - New York, NY            
One if by Land, Two if by Sea is recognized as one of the city’s most romantic restaurants. Chef Gary Volkov’s American seasonal cuisine takes stage amid the delightful blend of cozy fireplaces, candlelit tables, fresh flowers and live piano music. From Tart of Wild Mushroom to Rack of Australian Lamb to Foie Gras and Braised Duck Terrine, Executive Chef Volkov woos diners with the fresh flavors and palate pleasing textures. With its history never far from reach, today’s diner can select a romantic red from the wine cellar housed deep within the building’s historic tunnels.
    Annisa Restaurant, North America
  13 Barrow Street - New York, NY           
Annisa is an intimate, upscale Contemporary American restaurant with a small, elegant bar and an extensive wine list. Since its opening, Annisa has won much praise from the media including glowing reviews from the New York Times and the New York Observer. Chef Anita Lo has been named one of ten "Best New Chefs in America" by Food and Wine magazine as well as "Best New Restaurant Chef" by the Village Voice. Located in the heart of the West Village at 13 Barrow street, Annisa has been in operation since June of 2000.
    Lea, North America
  230 Park Ave - New York, NY           
Lea, a 60 seat wine bar, reataurant-lounge adds an opulent quality of romance to Grand Central's typically professional ambiance. Behind dark wooden slats, nestled in the hollowed granite halls of the Helmsley building, Invoking a 19th century writer’s den of the romantic period, Lea is a seductive and secluded wine bar and lounge located near Grand Central.
    Tao Restaurant, North America
  42 East 58th Street - New York, NY           
A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has 3 levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and 2 bars at which to enjoy the food and the show.
    Ponticello Ristorante, North America
  46-11 Broadway - (46th-47th Streets) - New York, NY           
Whether you’re in the mood for one of the classics or something a little different, you’ll always find it on our menu. Whatever you choose, you’ll find it an enchanting experience. Ponticello Ristorante is more than just an unforgettable dining experience, it’s a place where memories are made… first dates, birthdays, engagements, etc.
    Strip House New York City Steakhous, North America
  13 East 12th Street - New York, NY            
The famed New York City steakhouse evokes a retro environment in a modern way. Strip House is known for prime signature cuts of New York Strip Steak and Rib Eye charred to perfection. Table- carved Double Porterhouse and Cote du Beouf add drama to the experience. Decadent side dishes include Black Truffle Cream Spinach and Goose Fat Potatoes. The wine list offers depth and breadth to enhance the dining experience. Part of the experience is the sumptuous, all red décor designed by David Rockwell featuring vintage photographs from Vienna’s Studio Manasse.
    Palm West Side, North America
  250 W. 50th Street - (Broadway-8th Ave.) - New York, NY             
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The west side Palm will differentiate itself in some ways from the Second Avenue restaurants, with 1,200 square feet of caricature walls, a more spacious dining room of 9,400 square feet, and a large bar area, but will stay true to the original in its prime-aged steak-and-lobster-heavy menu. Alfred L. Thimm, Jr., Chief Operating Officer of the Washington, DC-based Palm Management Corporation.
The Palm has come full circle with the opening of its Times Square location. Right in the heart of the theatre district, the West Side Palm has become a hotspot for theatre-goers, celebrities, tourists and Palm regulars alike. Loyal Palm customers like Brian Dennehy have found their way to the West Side of Manhattan from the East Side to dine with the likes of Don King and Evander Holyfield.
    Ocean Grill, North America
  384 Columbus Avenue - New York, NY           
Directly across from the Museum of Natural History, Ocean Grill has been exciting Upper West Side seafood lovers for many years. Sample our titanic daily selection of oysters, clams, mussels, shrimp and lobster cocktails and our new sushi menu. Rest your sea legs in our candle-lit bar lounge. Enjoy one of our featured wines or specialty cocktails such as the Passion Fruit Cosmo along with a Crunchy Calamari, Avocado and Spicy Tuna Roll or the Salmon and Tuna Tartare with Avocado, Lemon-Ginger and a Sesame Crisp.
    Ninja New York, North America
  25 Hudson St - New York, NY           
the interior of Ninja New York is designed to recreate the atmosphere of the castles of feudal Japan. Comeand experience exquisite japanese fod while served by a staff in fullninja garb!
    Aureole, North America
  34 E. 61st Street - (Park Madison-Aves.) - New York, NY             
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Charlie Palmer's unabashed, energetic signature Progressive American cuisine first took root in the original townhouse location of Aureole, where the chef made an early commitment to farm over factory food. Today, Aureole shines at the spectacular Bank of America Tower at One Bryant Park, the most environmentally advanced skyscraper in the world.
    Pigalle, North America
  790 Eighth Ave. - (48th Street) - New York, NY           
Gastronomically, you are in an area where goose and duck dominate, often cooked over wood smoke, where fresh river salmon and trout grace the tables of the open air café culture. Dishes from South West France that make use of ingredients which the region has in abundance, such as wild mushrooms, truffles, duck, foie gras, walnuts, chestnuts, hams, cheeses and wines and armagnac. These delicious meals are complemented by a wide range of excellent wines, from the famous Bordeaux reds to the less celebrated wines such as Côtes de Duras from the Lot et Garonne or from the vineyards around Cahors and Gaillac. If all this sounds too good to be missed head to Pigalle and head for dishes such as "Cassoulet" and "Duck Confit.
    Felidia Restaurant, North America
  243 East 58th Street - New York, NY            
Felidia is the acclaimed Manhattan East Side flagship of Lidia Bastianich, open since 1981. It is here that many of Lidia’s devoted fans find her greeting each guest with the same warmth and passion that she exhibits through her television shows and cookbook.
Executive Chef Fortunato Nicotra has been with Felidia since 1996 and has brought an innovative presentation and touch to traditional ingredients and dishes from all of the regions of Italy. The New York Times three star restaurant and nominee for Outstanding Restaurant U.S. from the James Beard Foundation was a proud recipient of the Wine Spectator’s Grand Award Winning Wine List for many years.
    Gruta de Santo Antônio, South America
  Rua Silva Jardim, 148 - Ponta da Areia - Niterói, RJ            
A Gruta de Santo Antônio se encontra no bucólico bairro da Ponta da Areia, em Niterói. Quem atravessa a comprida entrada, logo descobre que está em uma casa portuguesa, onde chamam a atenção a cozinha aberta (de onde saem pratos saborosíssimos como os de bacalhau e de frutos do mar) e a atmosfera caseira. Os quitutes são elaborados pessoalmente pela matriarca, Dona Henriqueta Henriques.
    Ettore Ristorante, South America
  Av. Armando Lombardi, 800 Lj.D/E - Barra da Tijuca - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
"Meu avô, Ettore, de quem herdei o nome, trabalhou muitos anos com o pai na Confeitaria Guarani. Lá ele lançou uma “Pizza Rustica“, com um tipo de massa folheada, recheada com mussarela, salame em pedacinhos, ricota fresca e pepperoncino. A pizza tradicional, que toda a família apreciava, era um prato muito simples e popular para a sofisticada confeitaria."
    Alfredo di Roma, South America
  Av. Prefeito Mendes de Morais, 222 - São Conrado - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Em 1910 foi inaugurado, por Alfredo di Lélio, o “L’Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante”. Nascia assim, a tradição que atravessaria os tempos para encantar o paladar de celebridades em diversas partes do mundo Mas foi em 1927 que a excelente culinária da casa ganhou asas e começou a subir os degraus da fama Hoje, o Alfredo di Roma existe em: Roma, Florida - EUA, Cidade do México, Rio de Janeiro e Salvador Pratos principais: o Spaghetti alla pescatoria, Tranche de Salmone e o famoso Caneloni com Ricota e Spinachi. Filé de peixe grelhado com creme de espinafre e salmão grelhado com aceto balsâmico caramelizado com batatas naturais.