This literary-themed UES spot, housed in the former Elaine’s space, features a (high-tech, vent-free) fireplace in the back room, which is dubbed “the study.” Tuck into New American fare surrounded by very on-theme decor, including ample bookshelves, antique typewriters, and walls of photos, some featuring Elaine’s and its literati clientele.

Geoffrey Zakarian’s old-school Midtown eatery in the Chatwal Hotel, once Condé Nast’s unofficial power lunch go-to, has an 18th century French limestone fireplace to complement the crimson banquettes and menu of modernized surf-and-turf classics.

Seek out the aptly named Fireplace Room, featuring a hulking hearth imported from a French château. It’s a particularly special, festive-feeling setting to dig into chef Daniel Humm’s celebrated foie gras- and truffle-stuffed chicken for two.

Tucked away in an 1854 carriage house just a block or so from the bustle of Union Square, The House lives up to its homey name. Pop by for a glass of wine at two different bars, or go for a full-fledged meal off the New American menu. The parlor floor has a fireplace trimmed with a beautiful, ornate mantel, while the upstairs is flame-free but sports skylights and octagonal porthole windows.

A solid decade since the West Village spot was a thumping boîte frequented by the early aught celebrity and media set (and nearly a century since the place first opened), The Beatrice Inn is now a wallet-busting, carnivorous affair from chef-owner Angie Mar. There’s a stately fireplace to enjoy while trying Mar’s modernized chophouse creations.

This centrally located Mediterranean tapas spot has plenty of character, thanks to its 19th century townhouse space’s high, wood-beamed ceilings, dramatic mezzanine seating, intimate nooks, and not one but two wood-burning fireplaces. Alta is equally suited to both group birthday dinners and dates, and it offers small plates like fried goat cheese with lavender honey, octopus a la plancha, and roasted roya trumpet mushrooms.

It might be best known as an excessively romantic couples destination for Valentine’s Day dinners, proposals, anniversaries, weddings, and the like. But One if by Land, Two if by Sea delivers on the charm — of a certain, rom-com-ready, Hallmark card-worthy variety — regardless of the occasion, thanks to its brick walls, stained glass detailing, live piano music, fresh flowers, and plenty of candlelight, plus a functional fireplace.

Here’s another exceedingly charming townhouse setting for dining fireside. Opt for the back room on the first floor to order up chef Alejandro Bonilla’s straightforward, spiffed-up comfort food, like matzah ball soup, herb-marinated duck breast, and a Berkshire pork chop by the flames.

The Boerum Hill raw bar and cocktail spot has all the trappings of a solid neighborhood watering hole, with a wraparound bar, weathered wood floors, and a fireplace. It all adds up to ideal surroundings for sharing a seafood platter and sipping a well-constructed cocktail.

Julie Reiner’s cocktail den offers a charming setting for choosing from a wide range of elaborate tipples, plus small plates and brunch options. There are pressed tin ceilings, wallpaper, exposed brick, and dark wood trimmings, with a chandelier, rugs, and a roaring fireplace in the very back. There’s live jazz on occasion, too.

Tucked away on a side street in Carroll Gardens, La Cigogne specializes in Alsatian dishes such as spaetzle, plus bistro classics like steak tartare and a frisée salad. There’s a nice fireplace in the back of the spacious eatery.

This Williamsburg Italian joint, an offshoot of a nearly-century-old, family-run place in Rome’s Trastevere neighborhood, has a lot going on decor-wise. Huge domed light fixtures give a lounge-y vibe, and there’s also a fireplace to complement the menu of Roman dishes, including a number of traditional pastas like cacio e pepe.

Drinks are the main event at this Long Island City gastropub, which features trivia nights and multiple TVs for sports fans. Straightforward menu options include burgers and mac and cheese, plus a range of craft beers. Head upstairs to nurse a mug of IPA or hot punch by the gas-fueled fire.