Hell’s Kitchen Local

Hells Kitchen Pilates makes me happy because it’s more than just a place to train — it’s where I’m building a new pilates community. I’m meeting friends who are also my neighbors, and I’ve found the perfect space to focus on my body and practice what I love. I actually discovered it by chance one day while walking through the neighborhood. I decided to take a different street than usual and saw Nadya, one of the owners, with her beautiful dog Lucky, cleaning a new space that said “Pilates.” I asked her about it and told her I would love to work there — and now I get to be part of this amazing community every day.

As a year-round soup girlie, Ippudo just can’t be beat. Their hearty ramen bowls and delectable chicken buns keep me coming back, no matter what season it is.

The buns are fresh and amazing, the burgers are very flavorful, and the fries are so crispy. All around a good burger at a great price.

A delicious, juicy burger served with cornichons and great shoestring fries.

Lovely's Old Fashioned makes handmade burgers the old fashioned way. Face to face service with a smile and burgers made with passion, generous portions, and with toppings and sides to die for. Take my word for it, if you’ve never had hot cherry peppers on a burger you are missing out.

Say what’s up to Lili and Paul as you grab a few almond shortbread cookies and baklava for the road – trust me, you’ll never forget it.

Yum! I loved this place when it was Taboon and was so sad when it burned down. I was overjoyed when it reopened as Frena. The food, cocktails, and the owners — who were so gracious when I accidentally crashed their soft opening — are awesome.

After trying many a juicy patty, I always return to 5 Napkin Burger. There's just something about their original 5N Burger special sauce with the caramelized onions that make it unmatched, and the meat melts in your mouth. (It's also great without a bun over one of their salads if you're gluten-free!) 7th Street Burger remains worthy competition, but alas, no Hell's Kitchen location.

If I didn’t live in Hell’s Kitchen, I’d absolutely be living in Italy. I love going to Norma for their pasta alla norma, a classic Sicilian dish featuring eggplant and tomato. Paired with a glass of Grillo, this is one of the best ways to spend a Sunday night.

The burger is exclusive to brunch or their late night menu so it’s not available all the time. That makes it already a treat! Besides the cheese and locally sourced brioche, everything else is made in house! The beef and lamb patty, the onion jam, the sambal mayo, the pickled chilies, and pickle on the side are all so fresh and harmonious. Truly something different and special!