Now I know my A, B, C......

As pretty much all NYC restaurants have now received their publicly reported grades, I have seen more and more of my favorites receiving grades of B or even C. Should I be avoiding these? When you look at the inspection history and see scores for the same restaurant varying by 40 points or more over a brief period of time, it calls into question the validity of the process. But still--a rating of C because of filth flies and poor refrigeration? Ugh.

daveyboy in Not About Food

Harpswell Maine

Any Chowish suggestions for the Harpswell/Brunswick area? Interested in great lobster rolls of course but anyplace with great food is welcome.

daveyboy in Northern New England

Romantic Upper West Side restaurant

What is your favorite restaurant suitable for a romantic wedding anniversary dinner on the UWS?

daveyboy in Manhattan

Venue for San Diego celebration dinner

I am planning a celebratory dinner to honor someone's service to a national medical society. Any suggestions for a venue that would accommodate 100-125 people, up to $125 per person?

daveyboy in San Diego

Leaf lard

Can anyone help me find any sources for leaf lard in the New York City area?
Mail order sources would be helpful too.

daveyboy in The Best

Arthur Avenue fresh pasta

Any suggestions for where I could find fresh lasagna noodles on Arthur Avenue?

daveyboy in Outer Boroughs

Fresh lasagna noodles

Any suggestions for the best place to find fresh lasgna noodles?

daveyboy in Manhattan

ginger beer in brooklyn?

Garden of Eden on UWS has it, the Brooklyn Heights outpost might also.

daveyboy in Outer Boroughs

Blue Hill disappointment

Blue Hill has always been a favorite of mine, but I have noticed a recent trend towards what I would call "fussy" food, e.g. use of foam, which I think is too precious for words. This is a very different ambience from the heartier food i have been accustomed to. Does anyone else detect the same change?

daveyboy in Manhattan

Where can I buy the new Fage 5% yogurt?

Garden of Eden, Bdway/107th.

daveyboy in Manhattan

Chow near Queen Elizabeth hotel

Visiting from New York City next week. Any suggestions for interesting ethnic, especially Asian, near the Queen E hotel? Thanks.

daveyboy in Quebec (including Montreal)

Are 8 oz. Dr Pepper

I have seen 8 oz can (the perfect size) at a number of supermarkets including D'Agostino's at Bdway/110th Street.

daveyboy in Manhattan

Crab house near Waterfront Marriott

Traveling to Baltimore today and don't have the time to do much research. I am interested in the best crab to found in close proximity to the Waterfront Marriott. Don't mind if it is touristy, just looking for great chow.

daveyboy in Washington DC & Baltimore Area

Lansky's (UWS) - Jewish deli opens 9/25

I have a bit of a concern about the authenticity of a restaurant that lists "noches" on their menu.

daveyboy in Manhattan

Oppenheimer meats to close

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/08/20/dining/20off.html?ref=dining

What a disappointment, another landmark of the old Upper West Side bites the dust after 40+ years.

daveyboy in Manhattan

Wondee Siam Amsterdam Avenue

There is a sign indicating a new branch of Wondee Siam will soon open on Amsterdam at 107th Street. This site is not more than 100 feet away from Thai Market, which seems to be everyone's go-to Thai place in the neighborhood. Any reason to think Wondee will be an improvement? I can't imagine it will be.

daveyboy in Manhattan

are H&H bagels still the best??

I believe they bake their own bagels.

daveyboy in Manhattan

Wedding Breakfast near Municipal Building/City Hall

Any suggestions for a homey place to get breakfast after a mid-morning wedding at the Municipal Building?

daveyboy in Manhattan

Chicago Medical Area Marriott

Any recommendations for an upscale restaurant in the area?

daveyboy in Chicago Area

Whole Foods on UWS?

I hear it will be on Amsterdam and 100th street, where Ajo hardware used to be,

daveyboy in Manhattan

How can something that smells so bad taste so good?

Cilantro-ugh-can't even walk past it in the produce department without feeling ill--although I don't think it tastes that great either.

daveyboy in General Chowhounding Topics

Conrad Hotel

Anything interesting near the Conrad Hotel on North Rush?

daveyboy in Chicago Area

Birmingham Barbecue

I will be in Birmingham for three days at the end of February. Any suggestions for great barbecue?
thanks

daveyboy in General South Archive

Culver City dining

Any chowhoundy locations near the Radisson Hotel on Centinela in Culver City? Asian preferred.

daveyboy in Los Angeles Area

Dinner near Hyatt Regency

I will be in town for a business meeting next Saturday and would appreciate recommendations for a moderately-priced restaurant suitable for a business dinner for about 6 people, near the Hyatt regency on east wacker drive.
thanks.

daveyboy in Chicago Area