Tartinery Nolita

"Wow" is one word to describe this lovely, contemporary bi-level bistro. The glass facade stops people in their tracks, gazing from the street at the ficus tree growing up from the bottom floor. A French team is behind it, specializing in toasted open-face sandwiches called tartines, which come in both savory and sweet varieties. Cheese and charcuterie plates, soups and salads round out the menu.