Intent, 231 Mott Street near Prince Street, 212-966-6310.
The new downtown restaurant by François Payard plays on the featured attraction - a dining nook with a billowy tented ceiling. The Mediterranean menu has an exotic North African flavor.
Chinatown Brasserie, 380 Lafayette Street at Great Jones Street, 212-533-7000.
Get lost in an Asian fantasia at this unique hotspot, complete with waitstaff in Suzy Wong outfits and a lily pond swimming with koi fish.
S'MAC, 345 East 12th Street near 1st Avenue, 212-358-7912.
For macaroni and cheese lovers! Enjoy a twist to your old favorite. Choose from a selection of meats and vegetables, elbow or whole wheat pasta and breadcrumbs.