Favorite Bar in New York City? Favorite Restaurant in New York City? - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

eyeronic · 04-27-2003, 02:34 AM

Cast your votes and I will tally.

Favorite Bar - Hudson Bar and Books

Favorite Restaurant - Les Halles

This is just for the nonce. I'll be back in a month with new favorites. New York is just like that.

Cynthetiq · 04-27-2003, 08:15 AM

I have many bars and restaurants that I like, some have come and gone.

Bars I don't frequent like I used to which really means I was a bartender groupie. I used to follow lady bartenders all over the city. Was great because I'd get some great drinks and have good company without that heavy bar bill at the end of the night. Buy backs are great.

Restaurants are a whole different story. One that I've been going to for many many many many many years now is the Vietnam Restaurant on Doyer Street in Chinatown. Good food, very inexpensive, fast service.

eyeronic · 04-27-2003, 08:39 PM

Thanks for the tip, Cynth. What should I get there? Pho? It's called, "The Vietnam Restaurant?"

Great Scott · 04-28-2003, 01:03 AM

Ummm, I was too young to frequent bars when I lived in NYC, but the best restaraunt I always felt was the Zen Palate in Union Square, the food is so good you'd never believe it was macrobiotic....

eyeronic · 04-28-2003, 09:50 PM

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Originally posted by Great Scott
Ummm, I was too young to frequent bars when I lived in NYC, but the best restaraunt I always felt was the Zen Palate in Union Square, the food is so good you'd never believe it was macrobiotic....

Yeah, I love their peanut milkshakes and vegetable dumplings. I can't eat it all the time or I get tired of it, but good and cheap.

Cynthetiq · 04-29-2003, 12:03 PM

i'm a republic fan...

the vietnamese restaurant....

10 Doyer Street, downstairs

It's just on the other side of Chatham Square and Bowery. It's far from all the trains, which is good because when it winds up on Time Out NY it's crowded for a few weeks.. then people don't like the long walk to it.

I recommend the grilled beef over rice. US$3.95, Fried Quail US$6.95, Salt and Pepper Squid (special), Salt and Pepper Soft Shell Crabs (special) Spicy Eggplant. Wife likes Bun, but doesn't get it there. Also the Spicy Beef Jerky Papaya Salad is good too!

also good...

Sammy's Gourmet Asian on 6th Ave and Father Demo Square (Bleeker St) Wife recommends the Bun, I recommend the pork chop over rice... great for lunch it's inexpensive.

eyeronic · 04-29-2003, 04:41 PM

Sounds delicious, Cynthetiq. Thanks for the tip and the location. The Time Out eating and drinking guide is the shit! I found both of those places in there and read great reviews. I think we'll eat in Carroll Gardens tonight on Smith Street. That's where the bar I work at is and I have to swing by to get something. Smith Street is really getting to be too packed with restaurants. Thanks again.

Macheath · 04-30-2003, 12:50 AM

I've heard about that Les Halles place eyeronic mentioned after reading a book by Anthony Bourdain. It sounds pretty good. The recipes on the website are hilarious too.

One day when I get to New York.

eyeronic · 04-30-2003, 06:14 AM

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Originally posted by Macheath
I've heard about that Les Halles place eyeronic mentioned after reading a book by Anthony Bourdain. It sounds pretty good. The recipes on the website are hilarious too.

One day when I get to New York.

If the book was Kitchen Confidential, I don't want to know what you read! Anthony Bourdain is awesome though. Was he the chef there? Do you know which restaurants are his?

Macheath · 04-30-2003, 07:09 AM

Well eyeronic, the bit I remembered from KC was that Les Halles (New York) was very much his restaurant in that he is the executive chef there. I don't know if he has anything to do with any of the other restaurants in the chain.

Here's the website for Les Halles NY:
http://www.leshallesny.citysearch.com/

The recipes are linked from there and contain such gems as this:

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...In the meantime, take the pan you cooked the chicken and apples in and deglaze. What do I mean by deglaze? I mean, heat the freaking pan until sizzling hot, pull AWAY from flame--and add the Calvados. The Calvados will probably flame up and quickly cook down to nearly nothing. If it doesn't flame--that's okay--all the better--just replace the pan on fire and allow to reduce, dislodging the tasty bits on the bottom of the pan with a fork or whisk. If flame leaps out of the pan, igniting your hair and splattering burning grease in your face and across the stove--yo've screwed up. Call the hospital...

Cynthetiq · 04-30-2003, 08:08 AM

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Originally posted by eyeronic
Sounds delicious, Cynthetiq. Thanks for the tip and the location. The Time Out eating and drinking guide is the shit! I found both of those places in there and read great reviews. I think we'll eat in Carroll Gardens tonight on Smith Street. That's where the bar I work at is and I have to swing by to get something. Smith Street is really getting to be too packed with restaurants. Thanks again.

The TONY E&D is a great guide... but I prefer the cheap eats issue. It's getting harder and harder to find cheap eats in the NYC but if you look you'll find them. The other problem with Cheap Eats is that they tend to overcrowd my favorite spots as my little hole in the walls become "overnight sensations"

Do you like Falafel? (Trust me... the FALAFEL, not the Shwarma which is also good but trust me.) Best falafel in NYC @ Azuri Cafe W. 51st Street @ 11th Ave... (see the trend of far from everything?) It's the best! Go there early on Friday because he's closed for Sabbath.

Since you are in NYC or if anyone else here is planning on going to NYC, check out www.restaurant.com for 50% off gift certificates (there are other cities too!) and www.restaurantassociates.com (the mailing list gets you some gift certificates at member restaurants)

BizBuz · 04-30-2003, 02:32 PM

Favorite Bar: <A HREF="http://www.drinkgoodstuff.com">d.b.a.</A>

d.b.a. is on First Ave between 2nd and 3rd Streets. They've got a superb selection of fancy-schmancy beer and a jaw dropping selection of malt whisky (and other liquors, too). All in a nice neighborhood bar. Awesome.

I hope I did the link thing correctly.

enjoyduff · 04-30-2003, 03:40 PM

Arturo's is a sweet place. Pizza shop/jazz lounge...fun fun fun.

Cynthetiq · 04-30-2003, 07:06 PM

Oh... good burgers in the Village..

no not Chumley's... but Dallas Jones BBQ on 6th Ave. and 3rd Street. Also cheap roasted chicken (ala carte).

eyeronic · 05-02-2003, 12:22 AM

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Originally posted by Cynthetiq
Oh... good burgers in the Village..

no not Chumley's... but Dallas Jones BBQ on 6th Ave. and 3rd Street. Also cheap roasted chicken (ala carte).

BEST BURGERS: CORNER BISTRO - $5.50 for a very meaty, bun too small bacon cheese "Bistro Burger" also $2.00 drafts.

BEST PIZZA: Just had it! The fucking best.... GRIMALDI's under the Brooklyn Bridge on the brooklyn side! Amazingly fresh and succulent toppings.

MikeyChalupa · 05-02-2003, 03:46 AM

My favorite bar for live music when I'm in NY is Kenny's Castaways. I'm a little biased... I played there once! My dad hung out there when he was growing up. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and The Smithereens got early gigs there, there used to be murals of both bands on the walls. They're gone now. Still a great place to catch some live music.

-Mikey

Cynthetiq · 05-02-2003, 05:09 AM

can't forget McHales Bar in Times Square....huge burgers and great wings... only takes cash no credit cards.

eyeronic · 05-18-2003, 02:56 PM

Tried Chumley's in the Village and thought it was great. Check out my restaurant review thread if you're interested

eyeronic · 06-05-2003, 07:06 AM

Fianlly tried the much hyped "Frank." Great, solid, italian with a cool hipster atmosphere. I think the crowd is what draws the crowd more than anything else. How's that for a conundrum.

04-27-2003, 02:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
eyeronic I run E. Location: New York	Favorite Bar in New York City? Favorite Restaurant in New York City? Cast your votes and I will tally. Favorite Bar - Hudson Bar and Books Favorite Restaurant - Les Halles This is just for the nonce. I'll be back in a month with new favorites. New York is just like that. __________________ I hold with those that favor fire. Last edited by eyeronic; 04-27-2003 at 03:06 AM..

04-27-2003, 08:15 AM	#2 (permalink)
Cynthetiq Tilted Cat Head Administrator Location: Manhattan, NY	I have many bars and restaurants that I like, some have come and gone. Bars I don't frequent like I used to which really means I was a bartender groupie. I used to follow lady bartenders all over the city. Was great because I'd get some great drinks and have good company without that heavy bar bill at the end of the night. Buy backs are great. Restaurants are a whole different story. One that I've been going to for many many many many many years now is the Vietnam Restaurant on Doyer Street in Chinatown. Good food, very inexpensive, fast service. __________________ I don't care if you are black, white, purple, green, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, hippie, cop, bum, admin, user, English, Irish, French, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, indian, cowboy, tall, short, fat, skinny, emo, punk, mod, rocker, straight, gay, lesbian, jock, nerd, geek, Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, driver, pedestrian, or bicyclist, either you're an asshole or you're not. What's the best nation in the world? DO-NATION!

04-27-2003, 08:39 PM	#3 (permalink)
eyeronic I run E. Location: New York	Thanks for the tip, Cynth. What should I get there? Pho? It's called, "The Vietnam Restaurant?" __________________ I hold with those that favor fire.

04-29-2003, 12:03 PM	#6 (permalink)
Cynthetiq Tilted Cat Head Administrator Location: Manhattan, NY	i'm a republic fan... the vietnamese restaurant.... 10 Doyer Street, downstairs It's just on the other side of Chatham Square and Bowery. It's far from all the trains, which is good because when it winds up on Time Out NY it's crowded for a few weeks.. then people don't like the long walk to it. I recommend the grilled beef over rice. US$3.95, Fried Quail US$6.95, Salt and Pepper Squid (special), Salt and Pepper Soft Shell Crabs (special) Spicy Eggplant. Wife likes Bun, but doesn't get it there. Also the Spicy Beef Jerky Papaya Salad is good too! also good... Sammy's Gourmet Asian on 6th Ave and Father Demo Square (Bleeker St) Wife recommends the Bun, I recommend the pork chop over rice... great for lunch it's inexpensive. __________________ I don't care if you are black, white, purple, green, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, hippie, cop, bum, admin, user, English, Irish, French, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, indian, cowboy, tall, short, fat, skinny, emo, punk, mod, rocker, straight, gay, lesbian, jock, nerd, geek, Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, driver, pedestrian, or bicyclist, either you're an asshole or you're not. What's the best nation in the world? DO-NATION!

04-29-2003, 04:41 PM	#7 (permalink)
eyeronic I run E. Location: New York	Sounds delicious, Cynthetiq. Thanks for the tip and the location. The Time Out eating and drinking guide is the shit! I found both of those places in there and read great reviews. I think we'll eat in Carroll Gardens tonight on Smith Street. That's where the bar I work at is and I have to swing by to get something. Smith Street is really getting to be too packed with restaurants. Thanks again. __________________ I hold with those that favor fire.

04-28-2003, 01:03 AM	#4 (permalink)
Great Scott Insane Location: In a huge maze just trying to find my cheese	Ummm, I was too young to frequent bars when I lived in NYC, but the best restaraunt I always felt was the Zen Palate in Union Square, the food is so good you'd never believe it was macrobiotic....

04-30-2003, 12:50 AM	#8 (permalink)
Macheath Junkie Location: Sydney, Australia	I've heard about that Les Halles place eyeronic mentioned after reading a book by Anthony Bourdain. It sounds pretty good. The recipes on the website are hilarious too. One day when I get to New York.

04-30-2003, 02:32 PM	#12 (permalink)
BizBuz Upright Location: NC	Favorite Bar: <A HREF="http://www.drinkgoodstuff.com">d.b.a.</A> d.b.a. is on First Ave between 2nd and 3rd Streets. They've got a superb selection of fancy-schmancy beer and a jaw dropping selection of malt whisky (and other liquors, too). All in a nice neighborhood bar. Awesome. I hope I did the link thing correctly.

04-30-2003, 03:40 PM	#13 (permalink)
enjoyduff Upright	Arturo's is a sweet place. Pizza shop/jazz lounge...fun fun fun.

04-30-2003, 07:06 PM	#14 (permalink)
Cynthetiq Tilted Cat Head Administrator Location: Manhattan, NY	Oh... good burgers in the Village.. no not Chumley's... but Dallas Jones BBQ on 6th Ave. and 3rd Street. Also cheap roasted chicken (ala carte). __________________ I don't care if you are black, white, purple, green, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, hippie, cop, bum, admin, user, English, Irish, French, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, indian, cowboy, tall, short, fat, skinny, emo, punk, mod, rocker, straight, gay, lesbian, jock, nerd, geek, Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, driver, pedestrian, or bicyclist, either you're an asshole or you're not. What's the best nation in the world? DO-NATION!

05-02-2003, 03:46 AM	#16 (permalink)
MikeyChalupa Squid Location: USS George Washington	My favorite bar for live music when I'm in NY is Kenny's Castaways. I'm a little biased... I played there once! My dad hung out there when he was growing up. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and The Smithereens got early gigs there, there used to be murals of both bands on the walls. They're gone now. Still a great place to catch some live music. -Mikey

05-02-2003, 05:09 AM	#17 (permalink)
Cynthetiq Tilted Cat Head Administrator Location: Manhattan, NY	can't forget McHales Bar in Times Square....huge burgers and great wings... only takes cash no credit cards. __________________ I don't care if you are black, white, purple, green, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, hippie, cop, bum, admin, user, English, Irish, French, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, indian, cowboy, tall, short, fat, skinny, emo, punk, mod, rocker, straight, gay, lesbian, jock, nerd, geek, Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, driver, pedestrian, or bicyclist, either you're an asshole or you're not. What's the best nation in the world? DO-NATION!

05-18-2003, 02:56 PM	#18 (permalink)
eyeronic I run E. Location: New York	Tried Chumley's in the Village and thought it was great. Check out my restaurant review thread if you're interested __________________ I hold with those that favor fire.

06-05-2003, 07:06 AM	#19 (permalink)
eyeronic I run E. Location: New York	Fianlly tried the much hyped "Frank." Great, solid, italian with a cool hipster atmosphere. I think the crowd is what draws the crowd more than anything else. How's that for a conundrum. __________________ I hold with those that favor fire.