Sure there's menupages.com & nymag.com (chock-full of opinions), but wouldn't you rather get restaurant advice from someone you know and trust...someone like your Mama Lunch Belle? The Lunch Belle has done her homework and made a list of restaurants and quick-stops for nabes all over NYC. As with most of The Belle's lists, this one is ongoing. You're welcome (in advance)! *For restaurants without links, please refer to menupages.com or nymag.com for addresses, phone numbers and further information. 

• Otto: Mario Batali's casual Italian with wonderful cheeses, vegetables, pizzas, pastas, and quite possibly the best gelato in town
• Blue Ribbon Bakery: Delicious food served in a brasserie-like space~shoddy service and inflated prices, however, are a bit of a buzz kill
• The Spotted Pig: Infamous Gastropub serving one of the city's best burgers, in addition to eclectic plates such as beef tongue and pig's ear
• Market Table: The Lunch Belle's favorite restaurant in the city~charming atmosphere and farm-to-table food that is truly inspiring, simple and outstanding
• Morandi: Charming West Village Italian with the city's best brunch
• Bobo (New American)
• Corner Bistro: Come during "off hours" for one of the city's best burgers served in a true "old New York" atmosphere~inexpensive, great bar scene, cash only
• Babbo: Mario Batali's foodie's Italian serving delicious meals in a beautiful atmosphere
• Perilla: "From farm to table" restaurant serving the season's freshest ingredients~clean and chic, yet warm atmosphere~truly delicious food that tastes the way nature intended
• Murray's Cheese: The city's most famous cheese shop with fantastic specialty items, cheese education courses and great take-away food~awesome catering department
• The Magnolia Bakery: Waiting in an outrageously long line for a baked good seems ludicrous, but once you taste a cupcake from this bakery, you will become a believer. Word on the street is that their banana pudding is amazing as well Spice (delivery): Quick & tasty Thai
• Bellavitae: Italian, small plates
• Crispo: Casual Italian that's a favorite among locals~rustic & warm atmosphere with a great outdoor space
• Cuba: Teeny tiny Cuban with amazing ropa vieja~order a pitcher of mojitos and sit back and enjoy the live music
• Pastis: French bistro made famous on Sex And The City~bustling atmosphere filled with tourists, models and wannabe Carey Bradshaw's~tasty food makes up for the long waits
• Cowgirl: Southwestern fare served in rustic Western digs~drinks arrive in mason jars and menu options include Frito pie and chicken-fried steak
• Piccolo Angolo: Northern Italian (a.k.a. red-sauce Italian) served in casual and charmingly cramped quarters~great garlic bread, decent pastas & the city's best osso bucco
• Agave: Tex-Mex cuisine served in an atmosphere reminiscent of Santa Fe~gorgeous space that transports one to the Southwest~appetizers win over entrees~the margaritas here are the best in town
• August: Hearty American serving the best burger in town~warm & cozy atmosphere with a lovely outdoor garden
• Malatesta Trattoria: Traditional and rustic Italian trattoria serving hearty fare including homemade pastas and daily specials~cash only
• BLT Burger (delivery): Haute & juicy beef and lamb merguez burgers
• Grey Dog Coffee (delivery): Soups, salads, sandwiches & indulgent treats perfect for a quick bite~best sandwiches in the city made on homemade bread
• Five Points: American/continental fare served in a beautiful setting enhanced by seasonal colors~one of the best brunches in town with memorable French toast and egg dishes
• El Cantinero: If it's cheese enchiladas you're craving, look no farther than this Mexican restaurant which serves up some of the city's best~if it's fantastic service, strong margaritas and serenity you're craving, look elsewhere
• Spice Market: Unbelievably impressive atmosphere with fantastic cocktails~better to go here for drinks and skip the ho-hum food
• Wallse: Austrian influenced fare served in a romantic, cozy & sexy environment~chef/owner is frequently visible and interacts with customers
• good: One of the best brunch places in the city~get here early if you don't want to wait in line OUTSIDE! 
• Gonzo: Beautiful Italian with an extensive small plates/sharing list~great atmosphere
• Los Dados: Totally legit Tex-Mex served in colorful and festive digs~service could be better
• La Palapa: The West Village outpost of this Mexican food restaurant~casual & fun with great margaritas and appetizers
• La Lanterna Caffe: Cheese plates, panini's & great pizza best enjoyed on the uber romantic back patio~decent wine list
• 'wichcraft: Sandwiches, soups & salads served in a casual order-at-the-counter environment~The Lunch Belle recommends the eggplant salad, Grilled Cheddar sandwich, BBQ Flank Steak sandwich & the peanut butter cream wich's
• Jane: Traditional American famous for their weekend brunch
• L'Artusi (Italian)
• Extra Virgin (Italian)
• The Standard Grill (American)
• Commerce (New American) 
• Hotel Griffou (New American, bar scene)
• Sushi Samba (Japanese/Latin fusion)
• Indochine (French Vietnamese)
• Tanti Baci (Italian)
• Minetta Tavern (French/brasserie)
• 10 Downing Food & Wine (American)