Zoe

I have only had dessert here (Almond Tart- it was good but too heavy), but I really want to go back and try their other yummy-sounding menu items! Zoe also hosts a variety of events- for example, this Thanksgiving they're offering a 3-course Holiday menu.
Raiting: 10/10
Location: 90 Prince Street (between Broadway & Mercer in SoHo)
#212-966-6722

Ollies Brasserie
A group of us went here for a friend's bday dinner. We went on a Thursday night around 7:30pm; it wasn't crowded when we arrived but by the time we left there were a lot of people throughout the restaurant and at the bar.
This Asian restaurant features Cantonese and Szechuan dishes and sushi. Dinner was great, the main dining room was a little loud but very friendly staff. The revolving feature in the ceneter of the table would be ideal for a group of people sharing their orders.
Location: 1081 3rd Ave #212-888-6333
Raiting: 6/10

Mesa Grill
Owned by the Food Network star Bobby Flay, this Southwest-inspired restaurant is gerat!

I went for Sunday brunch in August and loved reading the creative menu. For brunch I ordered a caramelized greatfruit with a strawberry on top but the variety of omlets the rest of the party ordered sounded fabulous.
Location: 102 5th Ave. (212-807-7400) *Call ahead for reservations!
Rating: 8/10