Marco Canora, formerly of Craft and Gramercy Tavern, prepares Italian-influenced cuisine at the East Village's cozy-yet-elegant Hearth. With an extensive and somewhat esoteric spirits' list and decor highlighted by exposed brick throughout (and even a tiny hearth), prime seats in the house are at the narrow bar by the kitchen, where you can watch chefs prepare fresh gnocchi and chiffanade herbs for garnish.
Hearth is open 7 days a week for dinner and located at 403 E. 12 Street @ 1st Avenue. (646) 602-1300.
