There are two types of spa people: the ones who float blissfully from sauna to steam room without a care in the world and the ones who, about halfway through, start wondering what they’re going to eat. At QC New York, that second group finally has a very good answer.
The Italian “spa of wonders” on Governors Island has officially introduced full-service dining at Casa QC Bistro, replacing its original buffet setup with a proper sit-down restaurant. No more grabbing a quick bite between thermal baths: now you can settle in for a full meal, robe and all, and pretend you’re on a very chic European getaway just a few minutes from Lower Manhattan.
The new menu focuses on Italian classics, which makes sense given QC’s roots. First courses include cacio e pepe, spaghetti al pomodoro and spinach-and-cheese ravioli, while mains range from polpette in tomato sauce to half-roasted chicken and even short rib with mashed potatoes if you’re feeling ambitious post-sauna. There are lighter soups and salads, too, but let’s be real: you didn’t come all this way for a side salad…