Opia: With eight years under their belts, the owners of this popular French restaurant recently gave the place a major facelift, reopening last week with three expanded terraces, two private rooftop decks, and a private banquet room. But it's not just about a new look; they've also brought on new Executive Chef Ted Pryor (formerly of La Goulue, Orsay and Les Halles) to streamline the menu. While keeping popular offerings like the “Sushi Corner” and “Le Coin Japonais,” Pryor has brought in signature dishes like his Crab Cake made with buttery brioche and served with celery remoulade. There's also a three-way Battle Royale between L’American Sliders with American cheese, onions and pickles on a potato roll; Le French Sliders with Béarnaise and Comté cheese on a Brioche roll; and Le Lobster Sliders with fresh lobster meat, chives and chervil. Opia's open for breakfast through dinner Monday through Friday, with brunch and dinner on the weekends. 130 East 57th Street, (212) 688-3939 more ›

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Atomic Wings Harlem: Oh yeah, it's on, people. Hot on the heels of their new location in Park Slope, Harlem residents are getting their mouths set ablaze by what many deem the best wings in town. And it's not just about the wings, either; they're doing soups, salads, burgers and even healthy wraps. But, really, it is pretty much about the wings, which "sane" diners can order in degrees of spiciness ranging from mild to medium to hot, and "insane" wing freaks can order "abusive, nuclear, or suicidal." If your number's up, death by wing isn't so bad, really. Oh, and this location is more upscale than your average wing joint; they've got big flatscreen TVs, internet access, and a cushy lounge area, all of which makes this, we're told, "the most well-appointed Atomic Wings to date." Your move, Jersey City. 2090 Frederick Douglass Blvd, (212) 222-8850 more ›