Tony May and Marisa May's SD26 (19 E. 26th St. at Madison Ave., 212-265-5959; sd26ny.com) -- which sets the standard for contemporary Italian cuisine in New York and was named one of Esquire magazine's "Best" New Restaurants In New York, 2010 -- is featuring a new casual lunch concept, featuring a buffet and an a la carte selection of contemporary Italian cuisine. (Lunch gauranteed in 45 minutes.) The menu will be available in the cafe Monday through Friday, 11am-4pm. Samples from the menu are listed below; visit sd26ny.com for the full menu, and to see their Christmas Eve menu, which will be available Dec. 20-24.
CAFÉ MENU SAMPLING
Chitarra, Home Made Pasta with Basil & Tomatoes ($10)
Italian Bread with Broccoli Rapa and Sausage ($8)
Spinach and Pear Salas with Parmesan, Balsamic Dressing ($9)
Salad of Romaine Hearts, Walnuts, Pomegranate and Pecorino ($9)
Tripe, Tuscan Style ($14)
Salumi and Salami Platter ($14)
Buffet Lunch ($15)
Wines by the glass
