Jesse Schenker the great chef/owner of Recette has opened up his follow up, The Gander in the Flatiron District, and it's delicious. I stopped in this past week to get a little taste, in what was previously Allison 18. Magical bites await!

One of the best bar "snacks" you'll consume in your life will be Jesse's Brisket "Tots", potato, and mustard ($9). They are genius and delicious!

Sea Trout Tartare ($16) is fabulous.

Spaghetti & Clams ($14), bisque, guanciale, and fennel is perfection.

Do not skip pasty genius Christina Lee's desserts. I had a fabulous Banana Parfait ($10) with saffron, caramel, and coconut. #YesPlease.

The Gander

15 West 18th St. (bet. 5th and 6th)

New York, NY 10011

212-229-9500

www.thegandernyc.com