Word Of Mouth: Amorette Casaus' Best Of New York City

Amorette Casaus, the executive chef of Ardesia Wine Bar in Hell's Kitchen, shares her favorite places to eat in New York City.

Brunch: Pies 'n' Thighs

Fancy: Le Bernardin

Best Value: Halal cart on 53rd and 6th

Bar Scene/Drinks: Dram Bar

Business Lunch: Shake Shack

Burger: Dumont

Pizza: Keste

Sandwich: Saltie

Food Truck: Wafels & Dinges

Regional: Blue Ribbon

Hidden Gem: Diner

Mexican/Latin American: La Superior

Japanese: Yakitori Totto

Spanish/Tapas: Tía Pol

Thai/Southeast Asian: SriPraPhai

Wine List: Ardesia

Chinese: Grand Sichuan

Seafood: Le Bernardin

Steak: Peter Luger

Italain: Frankies

Barbecue: Char No. 4

Desserts: Doughnut Plant

Indian: Earthen Oven

Vegetarian: Taim

Wild Card: ABC Kitchen