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The Wilson
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The Wilson
8.0
A NoMad all-day room with street-side outdoor tables and a comfort-forward New American menu. The kitchen’s strengths are brunch and crowd-pleasing mains that stay consistent through service swings. Ideal for a relaxed outdoor meal near Penn Station without sacrificing quality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster mac and cheese, Chicken and waffles, Steak frites
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Reliable all-day comfort food with outdoor tables in NoMad.
Who should go: Brunch crews and transit-adjacent diners.
When to visit: Late-morning brunch outdoors.
What to order: Lobster mac, chicken waffles, steak frites.
Insider tip: Sit outside for brunch—indoor energy spikes fast on weekends.
The Wilson
8.4
A polished all-day Chelsea brasserie with a seafood-leaning New American menu and a covered patio that welcomes dogs. The kitchen’s strengths are in crisp, well-seasoned starters and reliably executed mains that suit both brunch and dinner. Expect a lively, neighborhood-forward room that still works for a relaxed meal with your pup outdoors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken and waffles, Grilled octopus, Steak frites
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: A true dog-friendly patio paired with a seafood-smart American menu.
Who should go: Brunchers and dinner crews with dogs
When to visit: Weekend brunch or early evening patio hours
What to order: Chicken and waffles, grilled octopus, steak frites
Insider tip: Ask for the covered outdoor section for the calmest dog setup.
The Wilson
7.8
An understated NoMad New-American room that trades flash for dependable technique—seasonal plates, strong brunch, and a kitchen that handles seafood and vegetables with equal care. It’s the kind of neighborhood anchor you remember for execution more than spectacle.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bucatini Cacio e Pepe, Roasted Chicken with jus, Seasonal Market Vegetables
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.1
What makes it special: Quietly polished cooking in a low-drama, locally useful setting.
Who should go: NoMad workers, brunch fans, and low-key date nights.
When to visit: Weekend brunch or early weekday dinner.
What to order: Cacio e pepe, roasted chicken, market vegetables.
Insider tip: Brunch is the sleeper move—more value, same kitchen care.