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Duran Sandwiches

Like all Americans I love few things more than a good sandwich. But two slices of bread filled with a heaping of meat, cheese and mayo increasingly feels like an indulgence my gut can’t afford as often as I would like. Of course, that doesn’t mean I want to be […]

The Clocktower

Why Come Here? Consistently great British/New American cuisine, rock chic space, on an expense account Generally these are the ways to not get me excited about a restaurant: Put it in a hotel where rooms start at over $700 / night. Describe the cuisine as “British.” Then charge $30-$40+ for entrees. […]

Marta

Why Come Here? Delicious cracker-thin pizzas in a space suitable for a date or business meal Pizza is generally a casual food. There’s a slice joint on nearly every block that does great business despite looking like a giant metal box. No one minds because it’s pizza. Even most of the […]

Byblos

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. In New York, Middle Eastern food is generally associated with street meat carts and casual falafel & kebab joints. While I […]

Bombay Sandwich Co.

Why Come Here? Unique, healthy Indian spiced sandwiches that are vegan friendly If the term “vegan sandwiches” conjures up images tofurkey and meatless “meatballs” and sends you running in the opposite direction, you’re not alone. As a carnivore, I have 0.0% interest in replacing perfectly delicious meats with lesser soy-based […]