Gansevoort 69

It's hard to fill the space once occupied by an institution, but the vacant space that was once Florent has been scrubbed down, shined up and transformed into Gansevoort 69, a hybrid of stylish Meatpacking bistro and late-night diner. It remains a quintessentially downtown New York restaurant, satisfying midday shoppers, local residents and late-night clubgoers equally. The kitchen serves brunch everyday till 4pm and an all-night menu of upscale munchies; considering that the owners run nearby party spot Bagatelle, the vibe is clubby and cool.