Author: The Dishelin Guide

Soto

Why Come Here? Sample Uni at its best, munch on incredible Japanese small plates Soto is located on a bustling strip of sixth avenue in the West Village, yet you could probably walk by it every day thinking the white wall with no sign was another day spa. Instead, it […]

Mission Chinese Food

Why Come Here? Fun, underground atmosphere, unique Chinese on the cheap, free beer while you wait If you’re familiar with Mission Chinese Food, you’ve probably heard that it’s twists on American Chinese Food and low prices have led to some serious waits for a table. We came a little before […]

Governor

Why Come Here? Great New American cuisine, impressive industrial ambiance Maybe it’s because it’s August. Or maybe it’s because it’s a Monday. These are the thoughts that trickled into my head as I entered Governor for our 7:30 reservation (yeah, it was a little early too) and there was not […]

Tallulah on Thames (Newport, RI)

Why Come Here? World-class dining in Newport, outstanding local cooking If you’ve been to Newport, you’ve probably gawked in awe at the summer “cottages” built by the the Vanderbilts and other turn of the century titans. Across town at Tallulah on Thames however, you can have a meal that would […]

Maenam (Vancouver, BC)

Why Come Here? Real Thai flavors, innovative and local takes on Thai dishes, great and inexpensive chef’s menu When you think of Vancouver,  natural beauty generally comes to mind. Vancouver is made up of a picturesque series of islands opening up to the Pacific with mountains to the North and […]