Spring has sprung, so naturally that means I’m hungry and ready to eat. I always have a rotating list of restaurants I want to try, that friends have recommended and newly-opened hot spots I want to check out. Here’s a list of where I plan to be sipping Spring cocktails at in the coming months.

Minetta Tavern- This West Village gem is always being talked about for its Black Label burger that costs $26. And guess what? I have $26 and I like burgers. This has always been on my must-try lists but when I saw Anthony Bourdain chowing down on the burger on a recent No Reservations, I realized times a’waistin.

http://www.minettatavernny.com/

The Red Head- This small, cozy restaurant that boasts tasty American food and a killer friend chicken has been calling me for a while now. There’s a cider pork chop on the menu that I feel is my duty as an American to try. Friends have raved about this place and their yummy peanut brittle.

http://www.theredheadnyc.com/

KO- Since I’ve already hit up Momofuku Ssam Bar and loved it, the next logical step is to log onto my computer, frantically type away and pray that I receive a good reservation in the next 5-10 days.

http://www.momofuku.com/ko/default.asp

Cavo and Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden- Time for a roadtrip! Or a subway trip, whichever. I’ve told friends who live in Astoria that I would come visit them to sample some delicious Greek food and hang out at the popular Beer Garden.

http://www.cavoastoria.com/

The Harrison- I’m a Food Network junky and I watched every single episode of the Next Iron Chef this season. I’m trying to eat my way through some of the better chefs’ restaurants. I’ve been to some (Brad Farmerie’s Public, among others) and now need to try Amanda Freitag’s cooking at the Harrison.

http://www.theharrison.com/harrison.html

Lilli and Loo- One thing I really miss since becoming gluten free is delicious dumplings. A friend recommended Li and Loo on the Upper East Side that has a very extensive gluten free menu that includes dumplings, fried rice and sushi. I’ll let you know if they’re delicious or fall short like gluten free bread.

http://store6.geomerx.com/lilliandloo/index.cfm?fuseaction=

Park Avenue Spring- This choice is purely for ambiance. The restaurant that changes its décor, flowers, colors and menu every season seems so appealing. If I’m being truthful, I’m not going for the food. I’m going to take in the smells and sights of Spring an perhaps have a delightful cocktail or two.

http://www.parkavenyc.com/

Locanda Verde- Critics, bloggers and New Yorkers everywhere have been raving about Locanda Verde since it opened. And it sounds like my kind of place. It’s casual, it’s cozy and it’s Italian. I’m sold, see you there.

http://locandaverdenyc.com/index.php

Balthazar- Brunch is one of my favorite pastimes and word on the street is that Balthazar does a pretty damn good brunch. I really get into French-style brunches since it’s a toss up if I’m going to go breakfast or lunch. But, let’s get real. They had me at Mimosa.

http://www.balthazarny.com/

The Breslin- If it wasn’t for the lines, I probably would’ve feasted here already, but you can’t fault a place for being popular. This place has pork all over its menu and has a stuffed pig’s foot for two. Who wants to be my date?

http://thebreslin.com/