ajh05004's Profile
Seeking fabulous restaurant in Bristol,RI
Persimmon is exactly what you're looking for. Might be the best restaurant in the state.
Best of Eastern CT Shore? Trip 6/15-6/19
For Providence I would suggest either Chez Pascal, Gracies, or New River. These are consistently the three best restaurants in Providence IMO. I would skip Louie Fuller's.
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Chez Pascal Restaurant
960 Hope St, Providence, RI 02906
Special dinner for college graduation (Providence to Bristol) where I can still get reservations?
Persimmon in Bristol is IMO, the best restaurant in RI. I've only done the tasting menu which I can highly recommend, but the entrees are in the price range you're looking for.
Alforno Providence- It Must Be Nice Having Such Great Food That You Can Be Rude
You lucked out. Alforno has to be the most overrated restaurant in RI. The last two words I would use to describe their food are inventive and creative.
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Alforno Restaurant
577 S Main St, Providence, RI 02903
Sunday brunch in New Haven
Bella Rosa is excellent. Their menu changes weekly and everything is very creative and fresh.
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Bella Rosa's Cafe
896 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT 06515
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
Alright, I've made 9 o'clock reservations at Perilla. I think we're going to tough it out and stand in line at Di Fara right when it opens and then shop until our reservation. We might go back in January and do Jean Georges for lunch and EMP or Le Bernardin for dinner.
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Perilla
9 Jones Street, New York, NY 10014
Jean Georges
1 Central Park W, New York, NY 10023
Le Bernardin
155 W. 51st St., New York, NY 10019
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
So if I got there at 11, you don't think I'd be in Manhattan until 3:30? Maybe I should take the 2:30 reservation at Jean Georges.
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Jean Georges
1 Central Park W, New York, NY 10023
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
So I assume you'd recommend ordering a la carte, sticking with things like the duck meatballs and pork belly?
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
Unfortunately the only lunch reservation available at Jean Georges is 2:30, which I think will be too late for us.
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Jean Georges
1 Central Park W, New York, NY 10023
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
Now I'm considering going to a more casual place and saving the big dinner for another time. Perilla is intriguing and people on the board seem to like it.
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Perilla
9 Jones Street, New York, NY 10014
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
I was considering this, but I think we're going to grab an early lunch at Di Fara, spend the day shopping in Manhattan, and finish with a late dinner.
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
I am open for any suggestions really. Location is not very important, just looking for a great meal.
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
Which of these would you most recommend? Would you rate any of these over Convivio or Soto?
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Convivio
45 Tudor City Place, New York, NY 10017
One Dinner on Semi-Short Notice
So here's my dilemma. My girlfriend and I have decided to head into Manhattan on Saturday December 18th to do the whole Christmas in New York thing. She gets to shop, I get to eat. Unfortunately, most of the places I want to try are already booked. I'm on the waiting lists at EMP and Le Bernardin, and Jean Georges only has a reservation available to 5:15. There are reservations available at Convivio (I've read mixed reviews), and Soto. As you can see from the places I'm considering, style of food is not as important as quality. We don't get into the city that often, and I really want to take advantage of this opportunity as best I can.
So here are my questions. Do I take the 5:15 reservation at Jean Georges, or should I be concerned that we will be rushed as they turn over tables for the later seatings? If I don't do Jean Georges, are Convivio and Soto good alternatives considering what's available? Places like Scarpetta, The Dining Room at the Modern, Marea, and Alto are also in play, but only have reservations available past 10. Jean Georges also has late reservations available. I'd prefer to eat in the 7-9 o'clock range, but if any of these places are truly worth it I can make an exception. I really need a hand deciding as the number of choices are overwhelming. Help!
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Jean Georges
1 Central Park W, New York, NY 10023
Le Bernardin
155 W. 51st St., New York, NY 10019
Scarpetta
355 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10014
Convivio
45 Tudor City Place, New York, NY 10017
Marea
240 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019
Lobster Shack btw Newport and Providence?
Champlain's Seafood
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Champlin's Fish Market
256 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
Newport, RI for a girls night!!
I second Pour Judgement. Great inexpensive burgers and an awesome beer selection.
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Pour Judgement
32 Broadway, Newport, RI
Top Ten Restaurants in RI
Here's my best attempt.
Persimmon
Gracie's
New Rivers
Chez Pascal
San Vivaldo Trattoria
Siena
Castle Hill
Loie Fuller
These are the only 8 that really stand out to me right now.
Best Burger: Pour Judgment or Luxe
Best Fries: I've got a soft spot for Wright's Farm
Best Pizza: Bob and Timmy's
Best Clam Cakes: Champlain's
Best Weiners: Wein-o-Rama
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Chez Pascal Restaurant
960 Hope St, Providence, RI 02906
Wright's Farm Restaurant
84 Inman Rd, Harrisville, RI 02830
San Vivaldo Trattoria
570 Providence St, West Warwick, RI 02893
Bonne Nuit/New Canaan-Very Disappointing!!
I have to agree. I went for dinner last Wednesday and have zero complaints. The food was delicious and the service prompt and friendly.
Meal with my Son in\near Warwick RI
Another San Vivaldo fan here. If you go with an open mind you certainly will not regret it.
Essential Providence, RI - Best Food for a Weekend Trip
Drop Al Forno, it's overpriced and overrated. Get Chez Pascal and possibly Gracie's in there if you can. East Side pockets is great for falafel.
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Chez Pascal Restaurant
960 Hope St, Providence, RI 02906
Best Cheap Beer
I haven't read the whole thread, so forgive me if this has been mentioned. Narragansett Lager is one of the better cheap beers out there. It's only available in New England, but if you live in the area you should give it a shot.
Persimmon in Bristol, RI
I'm planning on dining at Perssimmon in a few weeks. I was just wondering how much the wine pairing with the chef's tasting menu will set me back.
2 Days, 1 Night in Newport - Recommendations for Lunch & Dinner?
Pour Judgment on Broadway would be a good choice for lunch. The burgers are top notch and they have the best beer selection in Newport.
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Pour Judgement
32 Broadway, Newport, RI
buffalo wings in CT
A UConn alum here who is in complete agreement with the Bidwell recommendation. The Cajun spice are my personal favorite.
After Show Dinner in Providence
Julian's on Broadway is a great place with better than average pub fare. They also have an outstanding selection of foreign and domestic beers.
