January 2011
35 posts
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Victor’s Café →
Awesome atmosphere and aromas from this delicious Cuban joint. Try the not so cheap pitcher of Sangria and the lobster empanadas.
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Piano Due →
Come on Friday night for the live jazz in the Palio Bar. They also have a great pre-theater prix fixe dinner menu – Zuppa di Fagioli and Scampi con Vino e Aglio.
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Oceana →
Inviting and stylish space with attentive servers. We’d recommend the Snapper Ceviche followed by the Grilled Swordfish with Bagna Cauda sauce.
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Carve →
Great place if you’re in a hurry or on a budget. Try the Blue Plate Lunchbox, the Fourth of July Picnic or Thanksgiving on a Roll.
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Bond 45 →
Old-school glitzy supper club! Try the fried artichokes followed by a delicious Filet Mignon (or a Jumbo Crab Steak).
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Aureole →
An exceptional pre-theater prix fixe deal – try the crab soup and the flatiron steak! Or, go after theater for the Bubbles on Broadway.
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Café Edison →
Great place for lunch with one of the best Matzo Ball soups in the city. The French fries and the Split Pea soup aren’t bad either!
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Churrascaria Platforma →
Meat lovers heaven! Take it easy on the delicious buffet and leave room for all-you-can-eat meat for $58.95 per person.
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Becco →
Definitely try the all you can eat daily pasta specials for only $22.95. Or add the pasta special to your entrée for only $9.
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Nios →
Stop in for some wine and sharable plates of comfort food. Try the Popcorn, Laughing Bird Shrimp Ceviche and the Tuna Sliders.
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Cafe Un Deux Trois →
A great place for pre-theater dinner. Try the prix fixe menu for $28. Try the Pate and the Leg of Lamb.
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B. Smith's →
Present your broadway show ticket stub and get 20% off your ENTIRE bill. Try the So Slow Roast Buttah Ribs or the Shrimp and Grits.
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Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse →
Deliciously buttery steak and large portions make this one of our favorites. Try the Porterhouse for Two with Fresh Asparagus.
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Bobby Van's Steakhouse →
A stuffy and old-school but enjoyable steakhouse. Try the Bobby Van’s Filet Oscar or the Famous 12oz Burger (go South of the Border).
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Tony's DiNapoli →
Monstrous portions are meant for sharing. Try the Homemade Fettuccini Alfredo, the Chicken Piccatta and the Chicken Parmesan.
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Ruby Foo's →
A fun and funky asian fusion restaurant with plates meant for sharing. Try the California Roll (with real crabmeat) and the Kung Pao Chicken.
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Pink Pony →
Dine here before it closes! Try the Escargots and the Steak Au Poivre. Make sure you visit the bathroom and check out the mirror of truth.
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Max Fish →
Go before it closes! This bar hasn’t changed in a decade, and that’s a good thing! An unpretentious dive bar with a hip crowd.
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Mono + Mono →
Your arteries won’t forgive you, but you’ll never forget the delicious Korean Fried Chicken, the Tower of Beer and the chilled pitcher of lychee soju.
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Wooorijip →
Great for a quick lunch or those on a budget – get anything from the buffet line or try their pre-packaged food. They also sell Korean Beer and Soju!
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Kang Suh →
Beware of the language barrier. You’ll be treated to some of the best Korean BBQ in the city. Try the Kimchi Jeon, Kalbi and many bottles of Hite and Jinro Soju.
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Arriba Arriba →
Enjoy delicious Mexican food, and AMAZING Margaritas with a really cool crowd of people and fun waitstaff.
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Brooklyn Diner Times Square →
A very upscale and expensive diner. Give the Coney Island Lobster Roll a try. The Open Faced Ruben is good as are all the desserts. Not kid friendly.
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Galaxy Diner →
One of the few remaining greasy spoons in the neighborhood. Enjoy typical diner food with your typical diner service. Great after a late night out.
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Ellen’s Stardust Diner →
Very touristy but totally fun…like walking into a show tune from the 1950’s with singing waiters. If only the food were as enjoyable as the atmosphere.
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Majestic Deli →
If everything nearby is packed and you’re starving, this is a good choice. You’ll enjoy decent food, with a large seating area upstairs.
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Maxie’s Delicatessen →
When you walk by you’ll notice a window full of cheesecake! Definitely stop in and have a slice of the triple chocolate brownie. Otherwise, keep walking.
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Carnegie Deli →
A tourist destination that charges $3 to split a sandwich. Still…it’s worth it once you dive into their giant pastrami sandwich served in a hot minute.
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Sarge’s Deli →
Home of The Monster – just try and finish a $30 Pastrami sandwich on your own. Stop by 24 hours a day and explore the vast menu.
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Stage Deli →
Expensive but serves HUGE portions. Try any of the Regular Sandwiches and make sure you get either Fries or Onion Rings on the side, they’re delish.
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Eisenberg’s Sandwich Shop →
Sit at the counter and enjoy the best Philly Cheese Steak outside of Philly! Also good are the hot pastrami sandwich and the egg cream.
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2nd Avenue Deli →
A perfect lunch to split for two – the best Matzoh Ball Soup in the city, followed by Pastrami on Rye and pickles on the side.
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Ben’s Kosher Deli →
Buy one get one free during happy hour – beer and house drinks. Or, come for lunch and get the Hot Corned Beef Sandwich with Potato Pancakes on the side.
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New York Philharmonic →
If you can, go see a rehearsal performance on most Thursday mornings throughout the season for only $18!
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Once Upon a Tart →
Come here for breakfast or lunch or a quick coffee and a tart. We like the Walnut Apricot Jam Scone and a hot chocolate.