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Eleven Madison Park: Better than Per Se?

If you follow restaurant news and reviews, youโ€™re probably aware that since Daniel Humm took the helm at Eleven Madison Park, it has become regarded as one of New York (and the worldโ€™s) top restaurants. And I am certainly not here to dispute that. So in my mind, the only […]

Co Ba

Why Come Here? Fantastic Vietnamese dishes, cheap eats, rarely crowded, escape the sceney restaurants in nearby MePa Co Ba is one of my favorite restaurants in the city and one that I keep coming back to. Despite being located just a few blocks north of Meatpacking, it couldn’t be more […]

Rockmeisha Izakaya

Why Come Here? Cool, retro-Japanese decor, izakaya style menu After seeing Rockmeisha’s ramen appear on a Fork in the Road “Best of” list, I decided it was time to give the place at try. The Rockmeisha space is unique, meant to invoke a Japanese rock star hang out (hence the […]

Salinas

Why Come Here? Cute back garden/fireplace area, some excellent cocktails, eat tapas with the MePa crowd Salinas has received a lot of hype as a hot new tapas spot, so we were excited to finally check it out one Friday night. The space is cool, especially the backroom which comes […]

Prima

Why Come Here? Great seafood and cocktails, casual atmosphere, friendly service In my mind, Prima is the ultimate neighborhood spot. Cool without being too cool for school. Casual, friendly service. Dynamite cocktails from the team behind Summit Bar. Very good, simply prepared food. It works for almost anyย occasion, although it’s […]