Why Come Here? Interesting Chinese eats in a Williamsburg setting with Flushing prices Right Amount for 2? 2-3 dishes including at least one noodle Make no mistake about it: if you live in Manhattan (or Western Brooklyn), Flushing is far. From our apartment in the West Village, it took nearly […]
Author: The Dishelin Guide
Help Governor Rebuild
Back in September, I wrote a post about Governor and the incredible food being churned out of the few months old kitchen. In fact, the beef tartar was a recipient of 4 stars and remains one of my favorite dishes of the year. Sadly, due to its location near the […]
Pig and Khao
Why Come Here? Phenomenal & interesting Thai & Filipino fare, lively atmosphere, cheap beer Right Amount for 2: 3 small plates and a coconut rice Pig and Khao may be my new favorite restaurant in New York City. Let’s take a look at the tape: Delicious and interesting riffs on […]
Spiga
Why Come Here? Upgraded Northern Italian Fare, Quiet and Charming dinner on UWS Right Amount for 2: 1 app, 2 primis/secondis As any many of you know, I rarely (and begrudgingly) make it up to Midtown, much less the “Upper” neighborhoods to its north. But with Hurricane Sandy leaving us […]
Comodo
Why Come Here? Innovative, Latin-inspired cuisine, Southern European hospitality, Great date spot Right Amount for 2: 1-2 apps & 2 entrees or 3 apps and 1 entree Shortly after entering Comodo, I knew I was going to like the place. As is often the case in New York, our table […]