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New York Restaurant Advice
Posted on 11/16/09 at 12:42 pm
Posted on 11/16/09 at 12:42 pm
I'm going to be in New York for work for a days soon. I"m looking for a few food recommendations. I'm well aware of the Daniel's and Le Bernardin's out there. I'm looking for something a little more unique and interesting. Any thoughts?
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Posted on 11/16/09 at 1:09 pm to clooneyisgod
Eleven Madison has been getting rave reviews.
Babbo's owner has an interesting Italian place thats a bit more reasonable...Lupa (Roman)
Babbo's owner has an interesting Italian place thats a bit more reasonable...Lupa (Roman)
Posted on 11/16/09 at 1:19 pm to clooneyisgod
Which part of NY? The city?
Posted on 11/16/09 at 1:21 pm to LSUsportsaddict39
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Which part of NY? The city?
Staying in Midtown since that's where I'll be working while there.
Posted on 11/16/09 at 1:31 pm to clooneyisgod
Per Se? 
Posted on 11/16/09 at 1:34 pm to GaryMyMan
Per Se is on my list, right behind Alinea, which of course is in Chi-town.
Posted on 11/16/09 at 1:35 pm to clooneyisgod
If you want to stay in the Mid-town area, Telepan is one of my favorites (it's actually Upper West Side-ish). Convivio is a very good reasonably priced Italian near the UN. Bar Boulud has great bistro food, charcuterie, and wines by the glass near Lincoln Center. Also The Modern is a Danny Meyer (of Gramercy Tavern, Tabla, Eleven Madison Park) restaurant in the Museum of Modern Art. Gordon Ramsay is in the London Hotel. The main restaurant is good, if a bit stuffy, but Maze, the second Ramsay restaurant in the London, is very, very good, more casual, and less expensive. I'll post more as I think of them.
El tigre should chime in here, he's a NYC expert.
ETA: Midtown is kind of a wasteland for restaurants relative to the rest of Manhattan. The good stuff is downtown for the most part.
El tigre should chime in here, he's a NYC expert.
ETA: Midtown is kind of a wasteland for restaurants relative to the rest of Manhattan. The good stuff is downtown for the most part.
This post was edited on 11/16/09 at 1:51 pm
Posted on 11/16/09 at 1:37 pm to coolpapaboze
NYC and Oregon
Posted on 11/16/09 at 1:39 pm to clooneyisgod
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I'm well aware of the Daniel's and Le Bernardin's out there
I thought you were like the Afreaux of the millionaire circuit. What would you need the food board's advice for?
Posted on 11/16/09 at 2:15 pm to clooneyisgod
Then go with Blue Fin. One of my favorite restaurants in the area. A little pricy, but great great food, and a nice atmosphere.
Posted on 11/16/09 at 3:02 pm to clooneyisgod
DBGB
Momofuku
and Blue Ribbon Sushi
the steamed lobster served with miso butter is incredible
Momofuku
and Blue Ribbon Sushi
the steamed lobster served with miso butter is incredible
This post was edited on 11/16/09 at 3:05 pm
Posted on 11/16/09 at 5:17 pm to BamaBill
quote:These places are all downtown, but are very good. Downtown is where it's at.
DBGB
Momofuku
and Blue Ribbon Sushi
the steamed lobster served
Posted on 11/16/09 at 5:29 pm to coolpapaboze
If you want to go down to SOHO, Kittichai is a different kind of experience. It's Asian and very good.. and "the view" is nice.. Call in advance for reservations. Kittichai
This post was edited on 11/16/09 at 5:31 pm
Posted on 11/16/09 at 5:31 pm to TimeAndTide
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I thought you were like the Afreaux of the millionaire circuit. What would you need the food board's advice for?
Not sure what that means, but I will say that I have gotten some solid food advice on here. We have some really strong food people around these parts.
Posted on 11/16/09 at 7:38 pm to clooneyisgod
If you're in Midtown, you should check out Hell's Kitchen on 9th avenue for a host of Thai, Arabic, spanish fusion. Marseille (corner of 44th and 9th) for solid french with a moroccan flair. Chez Josephine on 42nd between 9th and 10th for 1920's Paris glamour with a little bit of New Orleans thrown in the mix. Asia de Cuba on Madison and 38th (In the Hotel Roger Williams) for asian fusion with nightclub flair. Queen of Sheba on 10th Ave between 45th and 46th for great Ethiopian food. Time Warner Center on Columbus Circle for the Odeon, Bouchon Bakery. Upper West side is starting to get interesting food wise as well. Host of new places to try. good luck and enjoy.
Posted on 11/16/09 at 8:23 pm to Solo
Per Se is amazing. Thomas Keller is a great chef and very nice! Got to go in the back and see the kitchen! Wine list is also great!
Posted on 11/16/09 at 8:30 pm to Elleeyein
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Thomas Keller is a great chef and very nice
Does not compute.
Posted on 11/16/09 at 8:47 pm to glassman
He's not your typical egomaniacal celebrity chef. In fact, I wouldn't characterize him as a celebrity chef as he seemingly has no interest in that. The first time I went to the French Laundry, I remember waiting in the courtyard after the meal. You can see into the kitchen from there and watch the line. This was at around 10 pm on a Saturday night. I noticed off to the side a guy drying wine glasses. He was completely focused and would dry the glass, hold it up to the light, and continue if there were any spots. His attention to detail for such a seemingly mundane task was impressive. What was more impressive was that it was Thomas Keller. I can't imagine any of the other celebrity chefs doing that. The guy is a fanatic about every aspect of the dining experience being perfect.
Posted on 11/16/09 at 9:23 pm to glassman
and how does that "not compute"?
Posted on 11/16/09 at 9:28 pm to Elleeyein
quote:
and how does that "not compute"?
Keller may be the antithesis, but most chefs are not the most pleasant people to be around. They demand perfection and will let their employees know when their standards are not met. Usually in in an unpleasant manner.
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