Author: The Dishelin Guide

Maison Premiere

Why Come Here? City’s best oyster happy hour, fantastic absinthe selection, 1920s Parisian decor Maison is not a great restaurant to review for Dishelin Guide purposes. The focus is on oysters (which change daily) and absinthe cocktails. They serve little else, and I haven’t tried any of it anyways. But […]

Nice Green Bo

Why Come Here? Hidden gem for impressing out of town / uptown guests, great Chinese that’s easy on the wallet, city’s best scallion pancakes Scallion Pancake Chinatown has never been known for it trendy or luxurious eating houses. However, even by its own standards, Nice Green Bo is on the […]

Union Square Cafe

Why Come Here? Dinner with the parents, suitable for foodie and non-foodie alike Union Square Cafe was Danny Meyer’s (Gramercy Tavern, Maialino, Shake Shack)  first restaurant and at over 25 years old is still going strong.  In fact, it might just be New York’s best restaurant for dinner with the […]

Better Being Underground

Why Come Here? Phenomenal inventive sandwiches, quick lunch in the West Village, show off your knowledge of hidden spots Better Being Underground (“BBU”) is the kind of place you’d never find if you weren’t looking for it. In fact, I probably walked past it 50 times before a friend told […]

Pok Pok Wing

Why Come Here? Great Asian style wings, see what a drinking vinegar is Pok Pok Wing is the first foray into New York by Portland-based chef Andy Ricker (also of Pok Pok NY, some of NY’s best Thai). It may also be the definition of doing one thing right (actually […]