Mac N’ Cheese Croquette Why Come Here? Tantalizing “New Creole” creations, a tasty and affordable meal in an area severely lacking both, long happy hour, great private party space Located on a side street in the foodie dead zone between the UN and Irish Pub District of Second Avenue in […]
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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 […]
Tres Carnes
Why Come Here? Texas BBQ style tacos, burritos & sides Cutting the Brisket (credit: Serious Eats) One day a man walked into a Chipotle and said “This place is good. But you know what would make it better? If the meat was smoked and sides were fancier.” So he opened […]
Giano
Why Come Here? Modern, interesting and affordable Italian with a friendly staff It is said that in the East Village, you can’t throw a PBR can without hitting an Italian restaurant. Most of them churn out perfectly good staples like pastas, meatballs and tiramisu in perfectly nice environs. So to […]
Cull & Pistol
Why Come Here? Top flight seafood at a reasonable price Fish & Chips Seafood may not be the trendiest food in New York, but some days you just need to slurp a few oysters and down some scallops. And New York is technically a seaside town, so why not enjoy […]