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awww dude, I totally new that one! the best was the "pizza in a cup".......he was going to make millions off it.

this could be fun: http://events.nytimes.com/2007/02/07/dinin...html?ref=dining

What about Tad's? -multiple locations and free refills!

"Where Should I Eat on Valentine’s Day — Alone?" http://nymag.com/daily/food/2007/02/how_to..._on_valent.html

I know it's a dinosaur but what about Aureole? Good, bad, ok, still open after 20yrs........barely a peep on here (one pg of posts sprd out over 5yrs.....last one April/06)

How about Wallse? (only one pg of eg posts, last one a yr ago) I only did brunch (once) but remember some very well prepared and unique cuisine . I think it's easy to get on this thread. With all the openings bombarding us every week its just too hard to keep up with those deserving...

Robuchon (obvious) Ramsay (obvious) Morimoto (name, size, scene) Del Posto (unfortunately anything Batali must be noted) Budakan (huge, sussessful, scene) Ssam (innovative, delicious) Barca 18 (opening/closing, lesson BRG is not impregnable) Gilt (expensive molecular does not fare well in midtown, good lesson) Fatty Crab (see Ssam) Fallai (opened 3 or 4? places in 2 yrs, everything well executed, different)

Well, we did not stay away from alcohol - my friend had a 16oz black label Sapporo and I had two glasses of umeboshi wine - but with everything, the bill came out to be $120 for two people - that's including tip, which they automatically add to the bill for you. ← That's a ridiculously good deal.

Gotham Bar and Grill......(last eg post over a yr ago)........still, one of the best in NY

Nice report Gruz. Looks like the menu changes frequently (your meal varied considerably with ours). Good to hear. Daniel, I think Omen, from what I remember (it's been years) is much more refined. Tsukushi can be considered hearty comfort food

On the other hand, if they stagger the soft opening (as they did when I stumbled in upon arrival of the liquor license) now might be a good op to save some cash or get some freebies. Our chk was comped by 50% (for no good reason.....the meal and service were just fine) and they threw us a couple tastings (food). Btw, kudos Sneak on the creation of this thread..........obviously a selfless-non-inflated-ego driven gesture. (How you restrained from mentioning Death & Co is a major achievement!) Take note Eater! We're growing up over here!

Given Owl's aspirations and size (both kitchen and dining room) it would seem foolish to even consider a F/T pastry chef (affordable or not). Maybe, it's intentional that they don't do good/great deserts. With the volume and cramped space (i.e nowhere to wait inside) I bet turning the tables is more a priority. Though, I'm sure they could tweak the beignets. It's fried dough for gds sake. You know Nathan, we've all been waiting sometime. When are you going to create the "Up Bruni's Ass" thread?

Sorry to say this week's Time Out slams Varietal pretty hard......3 of 6 stars (reads more like 1 of 6). For the most part, they echo much of what John L and Sneak have been saying. It lacks direction and execution (mostly on the savory side). Prices for both food and wine are not justified.

The good guy vs bad guy-loaner build up is too predictable. Whether Marcel was good enough or not Bravo had to create major drama, rivalry and hatred to keep the masses interested. You knew the bad guy would make it to the final (just like last season). I wonder how much of the show is "massaged" by Bravo to form the personalities/rivalries. That said, it seemed clear to me that Marcel's dishes received higher praise. He took alot more chances and his food was presented better. The fact that he was a social outcast, selfish, couldn't delegate, give credit, take criticism or get respect from was obviously his downfall. Bottom line, the more likable/good guy has to win. Still, I love the show and will watch as long as it runs........how could you not?

You may not know them but they certainly think they know Egullet. Are we on a Death Watch? http://www.eater.com/

Can I do a garbage-sweetbread plate?

So??? What did you have??

"Uhm, hi, I'm having drinks over here with my very W.Vlg (non B&T) looking friend and we'd like to beg for the op to sample your chicken pot pie and tuna tar-tar. Not tonight ofcourse, we know that's out of the question. Could you squeeze us in, say, in two days? or four? or whenver's good for you? I don't have my Lilco bill on me but I can assure you I'm just down the block next to Hogs and Heffers. Isn't it obvious that I belong? Ok, fine, I'll have a copy of my lease upon my return (if you alow me back) really, it's no problem!" Is that how it goes? I know it won't but If ever I wished a place to fail its this one

He didn't specify........Mano, Cntrl Park E. or W? Either way, slim pickins on both sides for your price range......a few (over priced) bistro's to the east i.e. La Goulue, Bilboquet, 212. JoJo might be worth a shot. Anyone been recently? (not cheap). Telepan to the west might be the most interesting. Close by, Cesca is a popular Tom Valenti spot. I haven't been to either but there's plenty of online info for all. Fyi, there are few restaurants in the W.60's. One suggestion is Nook on 9th Ave/51st. It's French/E.European byo. Tiny place with solid food, friendly service and good prices. Here's a list of byo's......I'm sure there are better if you google around: http://www.littleviews.com/home/newyork/wi...aurant_list.cfm

less sake = more memory?

I will go on record as highly recommending it. If not for the food alone the transcending experience. Really, for those unaccustomed it's definitely worth checking out atleast once. You might call it a simple, home-cooked kaiseki/omakase cooked in a wood paneled room preserved from the 70's. As Raji eluded, this place is obviously catering to Japanese. And while Americans are welcome, obstacles (though not intentionally) are in place i.e lack of menus and english speaking staff. (Our waitress spoke a little and was very sweet but forget food descriptions. She was basically a cocktail waitress and food runner). I could see how the setting and service would turn (unadventurous) people off. Sparse, bright, quiet. Typical for this type of place in Japan. It's awkward to say the least. (Thankfully, we had two people speaking Japanese. I think we would have been ok though) Aside from these little things, it's awesome. We started with the best edamame I've ever had. As if it was poached in butter yet the shells not oily at all. Simply the best. The meal began with a barely poached egg soup in a cold broth as Sneak noted. Refreshing, simple and surprising. As good was the marinated eggplant soaked in a light soy vinegrt? (Raji?). It dissolved immediately upon consuming. The sashimi was fine, nothing to get crazy over. Salmon, hamachi and tako maybe. One of the mains (if you want to call it that) was a mostly root Veg stew with fried tofu. It rich and hardy and very lightly spiced. A small cod like fillet followed (or was it before?). It was lightly glazed in a light teriyaki type sc and chopped daikon on the side. Excellent. Pork shumai came with (deli style) macaroni salad. Dumplings truly unique, wrapped in rice instead of paper. (the times review explains better I think). Delicious. Where the mac salad idea comes from I don't know. One of the final dishes was grilled rice balls with salmon and other choices. I think they were pretty standard It all seemed so simple but so so good. There were a few more dishes. I can't recall. seven or eight courses? The bill came out to around $80 a person w/tax and tip. Would have been a bit less if we didn't indulge in a giant bottle of sake on top of other drinks. All in all it's a very good deal. It's a great place to bring people who think they've seen and tasted it all.......

Funny you should mention the Body & Soul party Raji. I went to the one at Pacha last Sunday. My first. Music and ambience really took me back to the late 80's/early 90's. Great classic house. Every nationality, age and gender represented. Everyone there for the music/dancing and having a crazy time. We had a ball. I think it's the best dance party for anyone over 30. Too bad it's not held regularly.

Damn, I can't make out much but I do see the word "Moles". That's enough for me. I'm in! I like the "We're not a Mexican Restaurant" ref followed by "Postres", "Flanes"

per above menu, I don't see the egg white in my Tenor. Did the BOH pay them a visit?

Yea, I liked it very much too. Warm space, good layout and comfortable lighting. I had a Jersey Tenor (as described above by Jonder). Great silky texture, liked it very much. I'd like another and another.... I hope they are able to resolve their little problems with the neighbor