Alba Accanto New York City

Alba Accanto sits on 10th Avenue, tucked away from the high-traffic corridors of the nearby High Line. It specializes in a mix of classic and contemporary Italian cooking, setting a formal register for the block that requires a bit more intentionality in one’s attire than the surrounding casual spots.

Most visitors to this end of Chelsea gravitate toward the chaotic bustle of Chelsea Market, but choosing this dining room offers a necessary reprieve. With a 4.90 rating from its first 30 guests, the venue proves that its fine-dining pricing is justified by a level of precision missing from the quick-turnover tourist stops within a five-minute walk. It feels dressier than its neighbors, and for those who prefer the Whitney Museum of American Art without the accompanying crowds, the terrace provides the quietest vantage point in the district.