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Where to Eat Near Eastgate Tower
I think "where to eat near Eastgate Tower" would suggest the OP would like to stay close to the hotel, which is between 2nd and 3rd on 40th Street.
Where to eat in Little Italy?
Excellent point! The vague term "tourist trap" has been an all-purpose putdown of so many places, some of them very unfairly.
playing tourist in a couple of days, X square area
I have nothing but great respect and admiration for you as a human and a poster, but when someone asks for something in or near Times Square, it's pretty useless to tell them to go to Queens.,
What to wear to Eleven Madison Park?
Personally, I'd like to see you in a knee-length black dress with black stockings and pumps.
The Return of Al's Soup Kitchen International
Just read that Al won't be there for the opening -- but Reggie Jackson will be. Ugh indeed. Sure looks like this is the franchise people opening in the old location. I'm willing to be surprised, but I have a feeling this is headed for disappointment.
The Return of Al's Soup Kitchen International
That's a good point. The website countdown promises a free t-shirt on re-opening day. That's not very Al-like.
Should I take my girl out to a Steakhouse on first date? Teens
No steakhouse. It's too intense, and the beef will just make you logy afterward. Go someplace decent, but work your way up to a steakhouse later.
BTW, are you sure she's a carnivore? Steakhouses are for people who really like steak. If she's just lukewarm about it, it might be a wasted trip. Would she be comfortable in a place where a lot of guys in suits will be staring at teens?
The Return of Al's Soup Kitchen International
The NYT blog reports that Al Yeganeh is re-opening the famous Soup Kitchen after a six-year absence. It could happen as soon as next month, which is odd since he always closed for the summer and didn't return until colder weather did.
Al shut things down before to take franchise offers and start a line of supermarket soups. I hope he'll be back with his usual quality. The stand was always one of my favorite lunch options.
Garbage Pizza
"Garbage Pizza" is essentially pizza with "the works," an assortment of toppings.
I want a hot, spicy, overstuffed Italian sub....
...that's packed with meats and cheeses and onions and peppers and all those things.
Is there anyplace place near 39th and 2nd that I should hit?
Keen's Steakhouse - Don't Go!!!!
I didn't say I found anything remarkable. Didn't even address that. My point was instead of posting "Dont Go!!!!" just state what the problem was, then I'll decide for myself whether or not I want to go. Posting "Don't Go!!!!" makes it seems like there's something dire rather than a disappointing dish.
Keen's Steakhouse - Don't Go!!!!
I have a huge problem with a post that says "Don't Go!!!!" about a restaurant, then offers as flimsy a reason as this. How about something like, "Keen's Steakhouse -- Disappointing Appetizers," which would be more to the point? Then I could read your criticism and decide for myself whether it's major enough to chase me away. "Don't Go!!!!" implies something dire, like health code violations. I'm disappointed that this has been allowed to linger for this long.
Top 5 Most Overrated in Manhattan
What sense does that make? A $1 hot dog purchased on the go from a street cart isn't a dining experience as eating in a restaurant is.
Top 5 Most Overrated in Manhattan
I will put the Carnegie Deli's corned beef sandwich against other deli in NYC.
And, original poster, why do you care if people want to eat hot dogs from sidewalk carts?
Papaya King or Gray's Papaya?
I wish every poster was as thorough as hotdoglover is. I always learn something from his posts.
Katz's: beyond the pastrami
>>Wouldnt pay close to 30 bucks for a sandwich, fries and a drink ever again.<<<
You didn't. You really got about three sandwiches.
Carnegie Deli -- ever no line out the door?
No bar area at the Carnegie. I only go there late at night, and there's no line then. The proximity to Rock Center probably makes things extra crazy at this time of year. Before someone comes on and sneers that the Carnegie is for tourists, I find their corned beef sandwich superior to 2nd Avenue Deli's. There, I said it.
I also get takeout at Carnegie, and avoid all the minimum order/sharing charge/rude waiter issues.
Great grilled cheese?
When it's cold and raw, I want something as basic as a gooey grilled cheese sandwich and a cup of soup. Is there any place that does an especially good job with the basic grilled cheese (even better if I can get some bacon on it)?
Burgers at Molly's
I've heard good things about the burgers at Molly's an I'm anxious to try one. I see on the menu that there are a number of different kinds of available. Is one better than the others? Any that should be avoided? Thanks.
Pizza recommendation at 39th near 2nd Ave.
That's where I am. Where do I want to go for the best pizza within manageable walking distance? Any speciality I should order?
Affinia Manhattan w/ kids
31st and Seventh, almost right across from the Garden. From what I remember of that area, almost everything is chains.
BTW, to the original poster, I hope they've upgraded soundproofing in that hotel. I was getting significant street noise 24/7 when I was on the 14th floor.
Italian hoagies
I'm looking for the classic Italian hoagie/sub, loaded with spicy meats, cheese, vegetables and some sort of dressing. A big sandwich with a big taste is what I want. Who has the best?
