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. […]
New American
Tuome
Why Come Here? Unique Asian influenced New American cuisine, someone else is paying On paper, Tuome looks like the type of restaurant I would love. The menu is a sort of an Asian influenced New American with seasonal ingredients. The preparations are unique and there’s even a signature pork belly dish […]
Lowlife
Why Come Here? A unique dining experience recommended for all foodies Since opening a few months back, Lowlife has received somewhat mixed reviews from the food community. Part of this stems from the fact that Lowlife is clearly striving to do something different. And different isn’t always comfortable, nor is it necessarily better. […]
Black Tree Brooklyn
Why Come Here? Locally sourced, single-animal dining; you’re feeling something “Brooklyn” tonight Last Friday I may have stumbled into the most Brooklyn place in all of Brooklyn. The fact its name includes both a plant and a color should have been the first tip off. Or that the inside is […]
Momofuku Nishi
Why Come Here? One of NYC’s most innovative dining experiences, the Ceci e Pepe Pasta I have dined at all of David Chang’s New York restaurants and am continually impressed by his ability to bring new and delicious things to the world’s most competitive dining scene. I am impressed more still by his […]