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American | East Village

Food22 Decor18 Service20 Cost$39

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Early "proponent of farm-to-table" Peter Hoffman turns to the "local markets" to craft these "easygoing" eateries' "comforting", "everyday" New Americana, notably "terrific burgers" and "outstanding" brunch; the East Village original boasts a "bucolic" back patio, while the SoHo follow-up has all-day hours.

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