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Kutsher's "upscale jewish food" in Tribeca
Doesn't help in finding them, but NY Times had an article on them 5+ years ago that was interesting: http://www.nytimes.com/2007/02/07/dining/07eggs.html
I'd imagine you can get them at some live killed poultry places if you get an older hen and specifically request that they keep the egg sac and eggs for you.
watching sixers/celtics game sat eve in Village?
Might be fun to go to Professor Thoms, a Boston bar in the east village, and brave being in enemy territory for Game 7. Would suck if the Celtics are winning, but would be a lot of fun for you if the Sixers come out on top...
Pho Republic / Indian Restaurant
It is almost never good when a restaurant with a modicum of suburban success tries to make it in the city. Totally different level of expectations from a Boston restaurant vs a Sudbury restaurant, and I can't personally remember it ever working. This is especially true when it's moving into an already saturated market like "American Regional."
Rosa Mexicano coming to Boston
There are a lot of meters and street parking within a few blocks but it's pretty inconsistant as to whether any spots are available. Like most of the seaport area, most parking is lot based, but since the lots are typically a flat rate (and as much if not more than Rosa's valet rate), I don't think they are a better option.
Rosa Mexicano coming to Boston
It's more pan-Mexican with regional touches. What some would call upscale Mexican cooking. I wouldn't call it Mexican-American at all though (especially if you mean that in a Tex-Mex way).
Casa Romero?
While this is true, it's not in Kenmore square and thus gets only a very small amount of ballpark traffic. There's always parking available on the side streets parallel to Beacon (plus they have valet in the evenings I think), so whether or not there's a ballgame is a non-factor.
Casa Romero?
Avoid papagayo at all costs. Ditto to Temazcal. I had a great dinner at Rosa Mexicano last night, so I think that would be a good choice. If you want something a little less upscale and more convivial (food is nowhere near as good, but it's not Tex-Mex either, and they do have excellent sangria), I'd do Sol Azteca.
Rosa Mexicano coming to Boston
So, had dinner there with my wife this evening and was pretty impressed. First of all, service was excellent, showing none of the issues that typically plague a new restaurant in the first few weeks after opening. We had a reservation and were seated immediately, even given their full dining room and bar area. The server quickly came over to genuinely welcome us and talk about a few of Rosa Mexicano's specialties (margaritas, tableside guac) which we decided to indulge in.
The guacamole was solid, just like all of Rosa's other locations, though the avocados used might have been slightly overripe. We decided to get the enchiladas with a Veracruzano mole and the niman-ranch steak tacos. Both were really excellent, the mole nuanced and not overly chocolatey and the tacos with pickled serranos and a great escabeche. We were pretty full after the meal but took a look at the dessert menu anyway before commenting to our waiter that while we loved cajeta we were too full.
After letting us know he'd bring our check, he showed back up with the manager and two scoops of the sea salt cajeta ice cream and a small dish of their cajeta sauce (usually seved with their churros). The manager let us know that our waiter had let her know we were full but that we liked cajeta so they wanted to give us a little something extra on our first visit. A really nice touch that we thought was the perfect cap to the meal experience. Until...we got our car back from the valet and saw that they had also left us a little gift bag with some mexican spritz cookies.
Overall a service experience WAY beyond what I'd expect at this price point, and food that (while not rivalling la alta cocina of Mexico City) far outstrips any of Boston's other "upscale Mexican" places. Excited about the new addition to the seaport, and looking forward to keeping this one in the rotation.
Rosa Mexicano coming to Boston
Anyone try it out on opening night? Hoping to hit it up later this week and wondered how many kinks still need to be ironed out. Have always enjoyed my meals at the Union Square location in NYC. Nothing mindblowing, but definitely better than the recent myriad "Upscale Mexican" joints that have popped up around Boston over the past year +
North End Boston
If by "authentic, home made Italian" you're talking about old-school Italian-American, then the North End has a number of places. For the vibe, I'd go to Paglicuca's (though I think the food there is sub-par). For good classic "red sauce" Italian-American, I'd go to L'Osteria, where the standbys (Chicken/Veal Francese, Bracioletini, Valdostana, Campagnola, etc.) are well prepared. For a more upscale "regional" Italian in the North End, I'd do Trattoria il Panino, and for fresh seafood done Italian-American-style I'd go to the Daily Catch.
For true authentic, homemade Italian though, I'd flee the North End.
Late Night Boston (GOOD) Restaurants
I'd do late night Ramen (11:00pm to 1:00am?) at Uni. Can't think of a better post-flight late night meal than that.
Anh Hong Dorchester
You've hit up many of the best. I like Anh Hong for Bo 7 Mon (the 7 course beef) and for Vietnamese hot pot. I like Sunrise for the Canh Chua (vietnamese sour soup). Pho So 1 Boston for Pho and friendly service. Pho Hoa for Bahn Hoi and Bun. For stir fried dishes, I like Xinh Xinh in Chinatown.
Gyros in the South End
I'll take the South End Pita Schwarma sandwich over a South End-area Gyro any day as I'm not a fan of the processed Gyro meat. I agree though, there is an inconsistancy with South End Pita based on whether you're getting meat carved directly from the rotisserie or meat that has been pre-carved and sitting around.
April 2012 Openings & Closings
Rosa Mexicano is talking about a May 1st opening in Seaport West. Does that mean a soft opening in April? How long before it puts Temazcal out of business?
Döner kebab at Sultan's Kitchen vs. Boston Kebab House
Indeed, Zo's are miles away from your normal pizza/sandwich joint's Gyros. It's amazing how much better "real" meat tastes. I also like Farm Grill's version a lot.
Döner kebab at Sultan's Kitchen vs. Boston Kebab House
I know they were opening one in Faneuil Hall, but didn't know that it was opened yet...
Döner kebab at Sultan's Kitchen vs. Boston Kebab House
Think I remember having one at Saray in Allston a while back. Don't remember it being paticularly memorable though. I've begged them to do one at Istabul'lu, but they demur, as it's not "homestyle" enough (which I can respect...it's definitely a fast food cart/restaurant dish, not a Turkish grandma's dish).
In the absense of a good döner, I typically fall back on a schwarma (quite similar preparations in the US, though seasoned and topped differently), of which I think Garlic n Lemons does a nice version. I used to really like Arrarat (in Watertown), back in the day, but alas, they went downhill and then disappeared entirely.
Why no love for Le's in Allston?
Had a friend who used to call it the Grecian Urinal, since it typically smelled pretty nasty and wasn't somewhere you'd really want to eat...
ISO buns for Ippudo style pork buns
Thanks for the polite correction of my spelling above. I knew that looked wrong but couldn't figure out which letter was off.
ISO buns for Ippudo style pork buns
That's strange. Pretty sure that I've seen them at Ming's before (they are typically frozen and called Mantoh). I think they also had them at C-Mart last time I was there. Alternative would be to get fresh ones at one of the Chinatown bakeries, but I'm not sure how well they reheat.
Taberno De Haro, Great Service, Good Food
Went recently, looking for a good Boston tapas experience (tired of the same old Dali/Tapeo/Solea/Kika retreads, and didn't want to wait in a 2 hour line at Toro) and was pretty dissapointed. The vibe was right, but I found all of the dishes were a bit off. Cooking from the grill station was inconsistant, the salad plating (and seasoning) was a bit sloppy, and none of the flavors popped the way good tapas should.
Hopefully you've have something a bit more revelationary on your next chance to go out.
My Vote for Best Falafel In Midtown, whats yours?
I like Olympic Pita. The falafel is fresh and you can get in in a sandwich made with either fresh pita or laffa. Also, a fantatic salad bar (of fried eggplant, salads, pickles) to augment your sandwich/platter.
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Olympic Pita
58 W 38th St, New York, NY 10018
Best places near the waterfront in Jersey City
I'm spending a bunch of time for work right near the waterfront in Jersey City (close to the Exchange Place PATH stop) and was wondering if anyone has any good chowish lunch and dinner suggestions.
I've done Milano's for lunch and was very pleased (love the sliced-to-order homemade mozzerella on all their sandwiches), had a decent Italian meal at Porto Leggero for dinner, and had some less-than-exciting Indian closer to the Newport PATH stop (was it called Raaz?).
Love all kinds of food, upmarket and downmarket, and not afraid to travel on the PATH (though I have no car), so I'd love to hear any of your favorites in the area. Thanks!
Crispy aromatic duck?
Resurrecting an old post which I would love the answer to. It's such an easy dish to make, and so ubiquitous in London, I can't believe there aren't any restaurants that do something similar in Boston. Has anyone encountered a version? I think it's chinese name is (xiang su ya 香酥鴨), but I'm not sure I've ever seen that on a menu.
For more info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peking_Duck#Crispy_aromatic_duck
peking duck without spices or marinade
You likely ate at Quanjude in Beijing, a chain which is publicized as having the best Peking Duck in the world (it is fantastic, but I agree it's hard to pick one absolute "best"). Part of the key to Peking Duck is brushing it with a molasses-like sauce (maltose syrup) prior to air drying to get that ultra crispy laquered finish to the skin. This does add a certain unavoidable sweetness to the duck which is actually one of the things many people love about the dish.
Sounds like what you're looking for is more like "crispy aromatic duck," which is a roasted duck that is then deep fried to produce an ultra crispy skin, shredded and eaten with pancakes, scallions and cucumbers. While this dish is on just about every chinese menu in London, it is extremely difficult to find in the US, and I haven't encountered a version in Boston. If anyone has however, I'd love to know, and I think it'd be exactly what the OP is looking for.
pepperdelle
Toscana's version is pretty awesome.
For a spirituallly similar but non-pappardelle alternative, I'd suggest the Fettuccine di Bruno at Coppa. It's a dish that's typically made with chestnut flour pappardelle, but for some reason at Coppa they are making it with skinnier chestnut-flour fettucini with a wild boar ragu and roasted chestnuts. Very seasonally appropriate, and exactly what you'd get (made with Pappardelle) in Tuscany this time of year.
What is the best restaurant in Cambridge?
When I'm spending a lot of time in Europe (admittedly it depends on the country/city, as I can get almost anything in London), the foods I crave the most are the ones that it's tough to get in continental europe. This would include, barbeque, latin american, modern asian/asian-influenced farm to table. With this (and your affordability request) in mind, I'd probably think about:
East Coast Grill - for solid local seafood and barbeque and a very american vibe
Muqueca - for a taste of brazil they probably can't easily get in europe (unline churrascarias which do exist there)
East by Northeast - for a different take on asian-inspired "modern" that is tough to find in Europe outside of London
Bullfinch's in Sudbury - is it just me?
My parents live in Sudbury, so I've done Bullfinch's a couple times over the years. Secret there is to go in with low expectations and order VERY selectively. When dragged, I typically do the French Onion Soup Gratinee and a Salad. Other than under/over seasoning, it's very hard to screw those up.
I do like their al fresco seating during the warmer months...
Good Restaurant Options near Sudbury
Check this post out: http://www.chow.com/topics/796757
Personally, I like the Pongal II for Indian and Oishi for Sushi.
Where Can I Find Dutch Apple Pancakes?
Now that Bickfords is almost unbearably bad, and has closed so many locations as to not be convenient to Boston, is there anywhere to get the classic dutch apple pancake? We don't have any Original Pancake Houses (or Walker Brothers) here, and I never see it on local brunch menus (a la Prune in NYC), so I'm wondering if anyone has a go to apple pancake spot. I know it's extremely easy to make, but I'm looking for a restaurant version. Thanks!
