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Distinguishing Factors in Determining Good (authentic) Mexican Cuisine in Manhattan: Kahlua's Cafes and other venues in El Berrio
I have spent some time in Mexico too and other than menudo I don't recall too many composed dishes consisting of organ meats. Taco stands though were a cornucopia of offal. Pig uterus was an interesting choice. The generalized cabeza tacos were probably my favorite. I have not found a good version in Manhattan and usually stick with tongue. Taco Mix is good, followed by the one on the corner of 116th and Lex. I plan on doing more exploring this summer when it is more pleasant to wander.
Granted I am not sure if I can find traditional fare made by Mexicans of Lebanese origin for some Al Pastor, but I can try.....
First date (technically, 1.5, I guess) recommendations please! Great food + beer options!
How about Resto if she likes Belgian beers. It is not dark and romantic and is within walking distance of Madison Sq Park. You can walk to Rattle N Hum or Cask afterwards.
HELP!!!!!!!!!! Best Chinese Take-out in NoHo / Village / LES / SoHo?????
Cumin Flavor Beef and Chongqing Chicken are staples for me. If you like spicy get the wontons in hot oil.
London 'Hound seeking list refinement, advice and tips (bit long)
Just a note, DBA is right near you and does not serve food. This means you can bring anything in there or their nice garden while enjoying a drink. I frequently bring Russ and Daughters to enjoy with a lager. They have a very good hard liquor selection as well.
London 'Hound seeking list refinement, advice and tips (bit long)
I prefer Banh Mi So 1 on Broome Street over the other two. Of those two, I prefer Banh Mi Saigon to Nicky's. Nicky's doesn't really do it for me.
Shake Shack Smoke Shack Burger
You can order the burgers rare. They come pinkish/red in the middle and are much juicier than ones not ordered rare.
A neutral bar with great microbrews to watch the UEFA Champion's League final in Brooklyn?
There are a ton of good places if you walk down 5th ave before or after the game. If you do, stop in to Bierkraft. Their selection of bottles is a treat for any beer lover. Good sandwiches too at the deli.
http://www.bierkraft.com/
Shake Shack Smoke Shack Burger
I used to not really care for their burgers until I found this out. The double burger served rare is very juicy and you can actually taste the beef. The fries still suck though.
A neutral bar with great microbrews to watch the UEFA Champion's League final in Brooklyn?
Like I said, since it is 245 on a Saturday on ESPN any place with a TV should have it on. Rattle N Hum is owned by an Irish couple and have on big games. Their beer list is one of if not the best in NYC. They have a large prjector screen in the back that will have the game on.
if sticking on your aforementioned subway lines I like the North Park Slope area. 4th and 5th avenues have a lot of good beer bars however the ones I like aren't built for sports watching. 4th avenue Pub is great but they dont have big TVs. This is a good area to bar hop
A neutral bar with great microbrews to watch the UEFA Champion's League final in Brooklyn?
If you want neutral then I would not suggest going to any bar where patrons are known to watch soccer. Since the game is on a Saturday (may 19) at 245PM on ESPN you can pretty much watch it any bar that has TVs. Brooklyn via the F is a long ride, I would consider Manhattan if I lived in Queens.
Shake Shack Smoke Shack Burger
Shack Shack on the UES is offering a new burger with bacon and pepper relish. I tried one and was definitely pleased with it. The bacon was good quality and nicely smoky but what I really liked was the pepper relish. It added a really good brightness to cut through the rich bacon cheeseburger and reminded me of a Balkan cherry pepper spread.
I previously had not been a fan of Shake Shack but someone recently turned me on to ordering the burgers rare. Is it worth the wait on line? I hate lines and wouldn't say so but the UES location is quick.
Sushi on the UES
I agree with this completely. I have been to Gajymaru twice and was underwhelmed each time. Inase is leagues better. His Ikura is top knotch.
Eataly - What to eat and do??!!
How long do you think it takes to cook a porgie? No excuse for old fish but I doubt it was pre cooked
SCALLOPS - How to find a simple recipe
Dry your scallops with a paper towel before searing. Very important or they wont get as browned as you might like.
Looking for an UES bar to host a small party
You can rent out Trinity Pub for your party. It fits your need.
Ramps in Manhattan
$15.99 is a bit pricey but it only took about $2 worth for a nice omelette's worth. I will check to see what they have at USQ on saturday morning to see if they have better prices. Thinking of some ramp chimichurri on some broiled seafood.
Ramps in Manhattan
Agata and Valentina has them at $15.99 a lb. I bought some today, very good.
Tips on tipping - pleeease [moved from Manhattan board}
When you tip on the credit card it automatically gets reported. Cash tips have too be manually reported. If you think 100% of cash tips are reported then I have a bridge to sell you in Brooklyn.
Tips on tipping - pleeease [moved from Manhattan board}
Do you really think servers report all of their cash tips?
Tips on tipping - pleeease [moved from Manhattan board}
The math is pretty easy for 20%. Move the decimal point over and double it. Ex $180.50 = $18.05 x 2= $36.10 . Round up or down based on service.
Help! Driving myself nuts! Two nights in Manhattan--Keens & .....????????????
Can't you get good steak in West Texas? If so I wouldn't waste a meal on it in NYC.
St. Patrick's Day in NYC
What are you looking for? Most Irish bars are going to be crowded and noisy which is good some college seniors. These boards tend to skew a bit older, hence you might get a better recommendation if you are looking for something a bit tamer.
Lost My Bialy Virginity
Eating an untoasted bialy is like eating an untoasted English muffin to me.
Lost My Bialy Virginity
Unless fresh from the oven you need to split and toast a bialy, Then liberally apply butter. They are very good when they are golden and hot.
What is the best restaurant in Manhattan...with one caveat...
Couldn't you say that 56% non seafood dishes dominate the menu? It is all a matter of perspective.
That said many restaurants offer one or two items for the following proteins, cow, lamb, duck, chicken and pig. Maybe some wild game thrown in there. Contrast that by the sheer number of fish and shellfish proteins that we consume. The choices offer more creativity to a menu it would seem.
what should I get at Zabar's for breakfast?
If you look at the map to the right you can see that Bagel Talk is only a couple of block s away. You can pick up bagels there fairly easily. As to eating in, Zabars really doesn't have that option. There is a small adjoining cafe but it is cramped and they don't sell much of their smoked fish. Only some prepackaged bagel sandwiches.
what should I get at Zabar's for breakfast?
Bagel Talk on Amsterdam and 77th has better bagels than Zabars.
At Zabar's get their Chocolate Babka. Most children love that. Smoked fish wise, mostly everything at Zabar's is good. I usually pick up sable, belly lox, pickled herring, chubs, amongst others.
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Zabar's
2245 Broadway, New York, NY 10024
Bagel Talk
368 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024
Per Se New Prix Fixe Menu
Thanks for the clarification. I am going in a few weeks and seeing that made me wonder if they went back to having two tasting menu options.
