Located behind the New York Public Library in the leafy tree-lined Bryant Park, the Bryant Park Grill is an airy, vaulted, and stylish spot, with wall-sized windows bringing the park's greenery indoors. An outdoor patio spills out into the park, providing a rare country feel. The simple American menu features salads, steaks, fish, sandwiches, and pasta on a straightforward, seasonal menu. The bar is a zoo in the summertime, so if mingling with happy hour crowds is your thing, make Bryant Park Grill your destination.

Bryant Park Grill Information:

• American menu. Lunch, dinner, brunch. Bar. Children's menu. Casual attire. Reservations recommended. Outdoor seating.