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Tina reviewed Sushi Lab - East VillageFeb 15

320 E 11th St

●10.0

⭐️ Overall: 9/10 💰 Price: $150 per person for omakase 🍣 Food: We did the omakase, and everything was fresh, well-presented, and flavorful. Each piece of sushi felt carefully prepared — clean, balanced, and delicious. 🍶 Drinks: Started with water, but we also got a complimentary sake from a fun restaurant game for all diners 🎶 Vibes: Intimate and modern. Small, cozy space with a playful twist — the restaurant had a game for all diners, and the winner got a complimentary drink! 👩‍🍳 Service: Attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly Would I go back? Yes — it was an amazing experience for sushi lovers and omakase fans, but unfortunately the restaurant is permanently closed 😭

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Tina reviewed Apollo BagelsFeb 15

73 Greenwich Ave

●10.0

⭐️ Overall: 8/10 💰 Price: $10–20 🥯 Food: We ordered one bagel with cream cheese and tomato, and another with butter and jam. Both were simple yet well done. The bagel had a slight crisp on the outside and was soft on the inside. The quality was definitely there, though I do think it’s slightly overpriced for something so simple. Still very good — just typical NYC pricing. 🥤 Drink: Orange juice – Fresh and refreshing, paired well with the bagel. Vibes: Casual, busy, mostly grab-and-go. Small space. 👩‍🍳 Service: Quick and straightforward Would I go back? Yes — great for a quick breakfast stop.

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Tina reviewed AURA Tapas & Cocktail BarFeb 15

111 First Ave

●8.0

⭐️ Overall: 7/10 💰 Price: $50–70 per person (including cocktails & small bites) 💵 Deposit: $50 required, typically for special occasions or peak nights 🍷 Drinks: • Whisky Sour – Well-balanced, slightly tart, smooth • Pinot Noir – Angeline – Light, fruity, paired perfectly with the cheese plate 🧀 Food: • Cheese Plate – Good, but honestly $31 felt a bit steep. Although it’s called a cheese plate, I expected some dry-aged meat like salami to go with it. (We didn’t come for a full meal, but I imagine the score would’ve been higher if we had tried more of their food) 🎶 Vibes: Romantic, cozy, warm — perfect for date night or a quiet evening 👩‍🍳 Service: Excellent & attentive Special shoutout to Arman — super helpful and even gave us free shots at the end! 🥂 💡 Tip: Bring a date or friends who enjoy wine & small bites. Be aware of the deposit on busy nights or special occasions. Would I go back? Definitely! Drinks, service, and the atmosphere make it worth a return ✨

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Tina reviewed Piccola Cucina Enoteca TapasFeb 15

196 Spring St

●9.0

Valentines Day Dinner❤️ ⭐️Overall: 8/10 💰price: $30-50 per person 🍷Drink selected: Villa Sparina Gavi di Gavi, DOC Cortese – Crisp and refreshing with light citrus notes. Pairs perfectly with the appetizers and seafood, especially the Tonno Crudo and the Polpo alla Brace. 🥖Appetizer: Bruschetta Al Pomodoro - Crispy bread, juicy tomatoes, slightly overpowering on the thyme but still fresh and flavorful. Tonno Crudo - Crunchy, tangy, sweet, and salty. Really well-balanced and refreshing. 🍽️Main: Costata Di Manzo Dry-aged (Dry-aged bone in rib-eye -Tender, juicy, flavorful, and perfectly fatty. Comes with chimichurri sauce and seasoned potato chips on the side. The steak was the highlight. Polpo alla brace, patate e porri (Charcoal-grilled octopus, potates and leeks) - Tender, rich, and creamy with a nice char from the grill. 🪑environment: Cozy, intimate, and romantic. It’s tiny but charming — can feel a bit cramped during peak hours, but perfect for date night. 👩‍🍳service: Welcoming, very friendly, attentive, and professional. Food came out super quick. 💡Tips! If you order the dry-aged bone-in ribeye, they’ll ask if you want salad or potato chips — definitely choose the potato chips and eat them with the steak. It pairs perfectly. Would I go back? Yes, Id definitely come back! ✨

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