Hot Pink Decor for Sweetiepie

Part fantasy and part hot pink chic, Sweetiepie is one of those restaurants that made me stop and stare when I first passed it in New York's West Village. You can't help but gawk at the intricately scrolled giant bird cage and the leather tufted banquets. A pink marble floor? Then you notice the fanciful serveware and with one look at the menu, you know it's true. This is a place for sweet indulgences.

But first, a word on the decor. The truly whimsical design is the brainchild of owner Julie Daniels Janklow who conceptualized the pink marble floors, candy apple red banquettes and a gold brass human birdcage (which seats six) to entice guests as soon as they enter the space. Mirrored walls and ceilings create an Alice in Wonderland meets Marie Antoinette vibe perfect for parties, fashion photo shoots or a girl's nights out. Most notably, Sweetiepie hosted Ralph Lauren Children's store opening party when it opened last fall.

Julie and Luke Janklow opened the restaurant as a space both children and parents could enjoy. Hence, the co-existence of absinthe cocktails and shirley temples on the menu. And if you can stomach it, a towering 18-scoop "Sweetiepig" ice cream sundae that will push you down the rabbit hole.