Address: 239 E 5th St Zipcode: 10003 Phone Number: 212-979-1012 Co-owners Jack and Grace Lam, who splashed onto the city’s culinary scene with their sushi hotspot Jewel Bako, have turned their talents to Spanish fare in the intimate Degustation. The layout recalls a sushi joint, with a wooden bar surrounding a bustling open kitchen – the ideal stage for young chef Wesley Genovart, who turns out a stellar parade of tapas with a twist. Don’t miss the beef-stuffed squid, an open-face sandwich of rare roast beef seasoned with cilantro, and the tender lamb drizzled in a parsley sauce. Degustation may be snug, but that’s part of its appeal; not only do you get an up-close view of Genovart in action, but you can also share the dining experience with the rest of the downtown foodies sitting around you.
