Wildair, on the Lower East Side, is the casual sibling to the already pretty casual Contra, which is a couple of doors down and has a Michelin star. If you’re not after a tasting menu though, then Wildair hits the spot, with its high stools, communal tables, small plates, and great wine selection. We loved the shishito peppers served with a yuzu mayo, and the scallop crudo, an excellent beef tartare, with cheddar, horseradish and brazil nuts, and a plate of creamy straciatella with squash blossoms.