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Top 5 restaurants to try in Brooklyn (or 10)
We are big fans of Convivium Osteria -- it is in our regular rotation of neighborhood go-tos. Plus, they take reservations through opentable. If you are looking for something in Park Slope, I would highly recommend it.
I also liked, but did not love, my recent meal at Applewood. My SO keeps wanting to go back (he was a bigger fan than I was), but nothing is pulling me back there.
Had a very good meal last week at a newish restaurant in Cobble Hill/Carrol Gardens called Battersby. The apps and mid-courses were phenomenal, but the entrees were just "good." The place is very small though, and doesn't take reservations, so probably would not be good for Pan's current search.
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Convivium Osteria
68 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Applewood
501 11th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Battersby
255 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
restaurant for this THURSDAY- want to impress my midtown friends
I second the DBGB and Spotted Pig recs, and would throw in a few more (although none of the following are asian fusion): dell'anima, Joseph Leonard, and La Esquina. Also had a great meal recently at Balaboosta.
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Spotted Pig
314 W 11th St, New York, NY 10014
La Esquina
106 Kenmare St, New York, NY 10012
Dell'Anima
38 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10003
DBGB
299 Bowery, New York, NY 10003
Joseph Leonard
170 Waverly Pl, New York, NY 10014
Balaboosta
214 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10012
Edible Baby Shower Favors
Anyone know of any bakery/individual that does unique/upscale/hound-worthy edible baby shower favors? Or thoughts on any foodstuffs that would go well in a gift bag for a baby shower? My shower is in two weeks, and I don't have any good leads yet. Thanks.
Brooklyn - one diiner - how do I decide
Not to hijack the thread, but what have you ordered/liked at Dressler? Have reservations for the first time tonight. Thanks!
We got a car. Where do we go?
Second Pacificana for Dim Sum and Al di La for Italian. Would also throw in Convivium Osteria in Park Slope. Other BK places on my list (but that I haven't made it to yet -- just moved from Manhattan to BK) are: Vinegar Hill House, Fatty Cue, Traif, Brooklyn Fare, Prime Meats, Good Fork, and Tacos Matamoras.
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Convivium Osteria
68 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Pacificana
813 55th St, Brooklyn, NY 11220
The Good Fork
391 Van Brunt St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Vinegar Hill House
72 Hudson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Prime Meats
465 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Brooklyn Fare
200 Schermerhorn St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Traif
229 S 4th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Ethnic food delivery to my hotel next week
One place to consider (although I am not sure whether it delivers to your location): Tulcingo del Valle. Fantastic, authentic Mexican food on 10th Avenue betw. 46th and 47th Streets. If they don't deliver to your hotel, you could order by phone and pick it up on your way to the hotel.
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Tulcingo del Valle
665 10th Ave, New York, NY 10036
Where to Grab Picnic Lunch on Way to Pride Mountain Winery?
Thanks, all. Mapquest says to go 880, but if there is a better (more scenic) route with a great place to stop for food on the way, I am open to suggestions. We were thinking of picnicking at the winery, so anyplace between Los Gatos and the winery would work, although I guess closer to the winery is preferable.
Where to Grab Picnic Lunch on Way to Pride Mountain Winery?
We will be heading up to Pride Mountain on Saturday, and want to grab sandwiches/etc. for a picnic lunch. Any suggestions of good places to pick stuff up? Will be coming from the south (Los Gatos).
Thanks in advance!
Authentic Mexican Breakfast in Park Slope?
Does it exist? Just moved from Hell's Kitchen to Park Slope and missing/craving the Mexican breakfasts we used to get every weekend at Tulcingo del Valle. Not looking for the pseudo Mexican, modern Mexican or Tex-Mex stuff that is all too prevalent in NYC (like, Los Pollitos or even Chiles and Chocolate) -- craving the real deal. Is there anyplace in Park Slope that is even comparable to Tulcingo or Tehuitzingo in HK?
If it doesn't exist in Park Slope -- suggestions for places that serve authentic Chilaquiles or Huevos Rancheros in Sunset Park (or elsewhere) would be greatly appreciated. Willing to travel for authenticity.
Thanks much!
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Los Pollitos
148 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Bridal shower-BRUNCH spot?
We had somewhere around 16-20 people. As for the price per person, I am sorry to say that I don't know for sure. My sister threw the party for me, and I wasn't involved in the planning or paying. I believe that, all in (with open wine bar and generous tip), it was approx. $2,000 (maybe a little less).
Bridal shower-BRUNCH spot?
Had my bridal shower last year at Casellula. They are not open at brunch/lunch time, so we had the whole place to ourselves. Great wine and cheese pairings, together with hot foods as well. Would highly recommend it!
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Casellula
401 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019
The serious food of Babbo, Scarpetta or ABC but the fun atmosphere of Yerba Buena
How about DBGB?
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DBGB
299 Bowery, New York, NY 10003
Barcelona food itinerary
Thanks! So far, we only have one reservation -- Cinq Sentits (tasting). Your advice on this board has helped us immensely. This should be a fantastic gustatory week!
One question -- and sorry for hijacking this thread -- if we are doing Cinq Sentits, should we also try a place like Alkimia (or other)? Or will the experience be too similar?
Thanks again!
Barcelona food itinerary
PBSF -- what places would you recommend for your tapas/pintxos hopping in El Born? Is there a particular night of the week that you would recommend doing the crawl? We will be there this coming Friday through next Wednesday night. Thanks!
Dessert Tour of the West Side
I would add Ruby et Violette -- many of the cookies rival the ones at Levain.
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Ruby et Violette
457 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019
Been to Annisa since the reopening?
Any recent reports on Annisa? Specific recommendations? Finally got a reservation (for tomorrow night) and hoping for some guidance.
Last time we were there -- pre-fire -- we enjoyed the tasting menu with wine pairings. Wondering whether we should do the same or whether the new menu is better a la carte ...
Post pregnancy sushi
I agree with Kathryn -- well done. I am going to have to email this thread to my husband, pronto!
La Grenouille or Marea tonight?
My sentiments exactly hcbk0702. That description of uni couldn't be further off.
La Grenouille or Marea tonight?
I haven't been to La Grenouille, but love Marea. It is ALL about what you order at Marea. I adore the ricci, the astice and the sweetbread/veal ravioli pasta.
I have also heard that they have a fantastic steak at Marea -- and, after reading your past posts and knowing your general love for all things beef, I would love to get your take on it.
Either way, looking forward to your review.
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La Grenouille
3 East 52nd Street, New York, NY 10022
Marea
240 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019
Reasonably Priced Lunch near Central Park South
Coliseum is terrible. I would highly recommend avoiding the place.
Birthday dinner suggestions
I really like Casa Mono, but if you like Rayuela and Hell's Kitchen and were thinking about la Esquina, how about Yerba Buena?
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Casa Mono
52 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003
Rayuela
165 Allen Street, New York, NY 10002
Yerba Buena
23 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
Drinks & Food near Terminal 5?
You have a few options that are pretty close by on 10th (or between 10th and 11th). A few of my favorites are: Taboon, for middle-terranean; Il Melograno for Italian; and Ardesia for a wine bar with great small plates (albeit somewhat of a limited menu and not sure they have a full bar). If you are willing to go further east to 9th, there are a ton more options.
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Taboon
773 10th Avenue, New York, NY 10019
Il Melograno
501 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019
Ardesia
510 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019
Korean food with atmosphere? Or nice place near Union Square?
I think Don Bogam (K-town BBQ) has nicer atmosphere than most -- not to mention that it is one of my favorite BBQ spots in all of K-town.
Fried Clams in Manhattan?
Don't know if they are the best in the city, but I have had them at Ed's Lobster Bar and really enjoyed them.
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Ed's Lobster Bar
222 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012
Saturday lunch req's-close-ish to Grand Central
Which restaurant at the Morgans are you recommending? Asia de Cuba? If so, definitely not worth the five block walk (south).
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Asia de Cuba
237 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Country Girl needs your help deciding on an Upper West Side Restaurant
For a bachelorette, I would not do Compass or Telepan. Both are fine, although not spectacular, but a bit sedate. I have not been to Agua Dulce, but have not heard great things about the food. I haven't been to Calle Ocho for years, but remember it being pretty good, with excellent drinks.
For something extremely close and fun, try Rosa Mexicana. On the same block as the hotel -- with fantastic frozen pomegranate margaritas. If you wanted something a bit more upscale, Bar Boulud is basically across the street, and is usually hopping. The crowd is usually a litter older though. Not sure how they would accomodate a group of eight - you may be able to sit at this round wine table in the back. A third option is right in your hotel -- Ed's Chowder House.
Good luck and have fun!
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Telepan
72 W. 69th Street, New York, NY 10023
Calle Ocho
45 W 81st St, New York, NY 10024
Bar Boulud
1900 Broadway, New York, NY 10023
Agua Dulce
802 9th Avenue, New York, NY 10019
Ed's Chowder House
44 W 63rd St, New York, NY 10023
Foodies from out of town need rec for intimate dinner
There are many, however, on this board, who find SHO to be remarkable -- especially for the price. OP said she would be stuck in the FD at lunchtime and, given its proximity and the fact that I (and others) have enjoyed it very much -- it may be worth OP's time. The lunch prix fixe right now, at $24, is a steal.
