Kobi

I have definitely gotten take out within the last week but not sure when. Will try to swing by in the next few days to see if they are still around. Oye I hope so. . . . ← It's open and fantastic. Having drunken noodles now.

I have definitely gotten take out within the last week but not sure when. Will try to swing by in the next few days to see if they are still around. Oye I hope so. . . .

Went back to Greek City today for lunch. First visit in a while and everything was extremely good. Had a greek salad with grilled chicken (and the house dressing) and a chicken souvlaki pita. The place was MOBBED at about 1:00 PM; we had to wait for a table, and there were 2 or 3 groups behind us. Service was a little flustered but extremely nice. 24 dollars for two, including 6 dollars spent on Greek Coffee (which we didn't love). Great lunch. KOBI

Went back to Greek City for dinner last night. Great meal. Didn't get adventurous on the menu, having just salads, but the portions were huge and everything was REALLY tasty. The greek fries were fantastic. The tzatiki was clearly different and MARKEDLY improved from our last experience. The only downside, still, is that they continue to give bread instead of pitas with the meal. I love the olive oil, but would sacrifice it for pitas instead. Ideally, in fact, would be a mix of bread and pitas. A minor quibble with a very promising place. Didn't try any, but apparently all the desserts are home made. KOBI

In the location where Ginger and Spice used to be (1300 Route 17N, Ramsey NJ, 201-760-2500) a new Greek restaurant, Greek City, has opened. I went for lunch today and was impressed. Had a chicken souvlaki that was very good. The tzatiki, to my liking, was a little light on the dill and garlic, but everything else was great. My dining companion had a Maroulosalata salad (romaine, dill, scallions, feta, olive oil and lemon) that she loved. Seems like the place is definitely still getting its feet under it, but we will absolutely be back. Instead of pitas, they served bread and olive oil (almost certain the bread was from Panera, which is in the shopping center) to start the meal. Prices were just as expected - 8 for the souvlaki, 11 for the salad. Certainly worth a second look, and next time will probably be more creative - they have some great sounding clay pot dishes. KOBI

Thanks all for the advice!!!

Thank you both for the recs!!

Hey all! Looking for a fun lunch place, below 14th street, for next week. Currently have a reservation at Little Owl, but thinking perhaps of something slightly more creative. Love all kinds of food. Price is not a huge issue and really open to any cuisine. Considered Bouley but it is a little too buttoned up for the occasion. Have recently been to Perilla and Blue Ribbon Sushi so both are out. Landmarc was also a consideration; but similarly was concerned it might be a little too vanilla for our wishes. Thanks very much in advance! KOBI

I walked in at around that time last Thursday, and I was the first customer. ← Great, thanks so much!!

What is the crowd like during the week? If one shows up around 5:30 tomorrow (Wednesday) with only one other person, is it easy to get a seat? Thanks. KOBI

Thank you both for the replies!! Unfortunately NJ might be a little tough because we have something in Philly that night right after dinner. Will report back. Any other suggestions are very welcome. KOBI

Looking for a special "night out" in a few weekends. A group of three - one sushi lover (the guest of honor), two who don't eat sushi, all of whom appreciate great food and a unique experience. None of us has been to Morimoto, which seems like it would fit the bill on both counts. Any objections? Anyone been lately and had a less than stellar experience? We are open to basically any cuisine and price isn't much of a concern (it's a celebration, after all). Need to stay in Philly and prefer Center or Old City. Thanks very much. KOBI

I think Luzzo's is fantastic, and better than Una Pizza Napoletana. I have read reports of others having on and off visits, but both times I have been it was really great. Vinny Vincenz, IMO, is a solid slice place but not terribly much more. Not worth a specific trip but a good enough stop if you are in the area and up for a quick stop. KOBI

Has anyone been? Did a EG search and came up empty. Opened by Roberto, of Roberto's on Crescent Avenue. The place looks very promising: Bloomberg Review

Thanks DG, it was a great day. Just need to improve my photog skills...