Located just off of Madison Square Park near the Flatiron District, Tony May and Marisa May’s SD26 (19 E. 26th St. at Madison Ave., 212-265-5959; sd26ny.com) has quickly become a neighborhood favorite since moving to the neighborhood in 2009. (Tony’s San Domenico was a Central Park South staple for 20 years.) Setting a new standard for contemporary Italian cuisine, SD26 was named one of Esquire’s Best New Restaurants in New York, 2010.
Their Valentine's Day menu (2/14/2011) features a prix-fixe four-course dinner ($90/person plus tax & tips). You also have the option to add a wine pairing for $75/person, or select your own wine.
Oysters: Blue Point (4), Kumamoto (4) with Champagne Vinaigrette
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Prince Edward Island Mussels with Cannellini Beans in a Parsley Broth
N.V. Majolini Brut, Franciacorta DOCG, Lombardia
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Ravioli with Sea Urchin, Garlic, Oil, Peperoncino and Piennolo Tomato Ragú
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Garganelli with Chives and American Caviar
2006 Abraxas "Kuddia delle Ginestre," Sicilia IGT, Sicilia
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Filet of Veal, Sauteed with Wild Mushrooms
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Roast Baby Lamb with Rosemary
2006 Batasiolo, Barolo DOCG, Piemonte
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Passion Fruit Souffle for Two
2009 Vignaioli di Stefano, Moscato d'Asti DOCG, Piemonte
