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Javelina

Why Come Here? NYC’s best queso dip, riffs on Tex Mex specialties While New York’s Mexican scene has been on the rise in recent years with strong additions in the authentic and Cal-Mex categories, “Mexican” cuisine’s third jewel in the crown has languished behind. I am speaking of course of Tex-Mex. […]

The Little Beet Table

Why Come Here? Fancy food that’s also light & healthy, lots of vegetarian options, gluten free, you want to dine with a lot of girls The Little Beet Table describes itself as “Guiltin’ Free” which should give you some idea what you’re getting into. Yes, it’s one of those “healthy” […]

Upland

Why Come Here? The real question is, why not? Right Amount for 2? 2-3 from the veggies/ones, 3 from the two (pasta) and three sections At some point Upland owner Steven Starr must have thought to himself “how can I make a restaurant that will make everyone happy.” Friends, clients, […]

Ponty Bistro

Note: I was invited as a guest of the establishment and received a complimentary meal. This was not in exchange for a positive review and opinions expressed are my own. Why Come Here? West African and French influenced fare in an intimate bistro Ponty Bistro is the labor of love […]

ABC Cocina

Why Come Here? Some of the city’s best Latin American inspired food and cocktails Right Amount for 2: 6 dishes, preferably at least 1 from each section Mezcal Cured Salmon Regular readers of this blog may remember that ABC Kitchen is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. You […]