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for what it's worth the bahn mi on broome has changed owners. Apparently the old lady had enough. Been back once with new owners, it was ok, but for some reason it felt different. The sandwich had less filling, and the way the store is arranged, makes it feel empty and awkward. I'll be looking for new spots now that its warmer out. I guess it's time to clean house!

Appetites obviously vary, and I don't think anyone can dispute your personal opinion that it's overpriced for what you get. That's your judgment call. But if leaving hungry is dampening an otherwise enjoyable meal, I might suggest stacking a seasonal dish -- which tend to be smaller and pricier due to a focus on high quality ingredients -- with a hearty staple like the kimchi stew or one of the ramens, which can really fill you up. That way, perhaps, you can get the best of both worlds. I have to say, though, that if you really did have the duck salad, the rice cakes, (small?) soft serve, and two Shake Shack burgers ... wow. I'm impressed. I really don't get this argument, which seems to crop up more and more lately. I'd like to see an objective menu analysis at a number of restaurants across cuisines, and the resulting map of ingredient frequency, plotted over time. (Kidding. Maybe.) Seriously though, I think the relative underuse of kimchi, et al., at other NYC restaurants makes it seem like overuse at Momofuku, but in reality it's just chefs operating in their element, same as anywhere else. I'm willing to concede this point, however, as I don't even see it as a bad thing, either way. Good report, thanks. ← I guess I can be a bit gluttonous(Sp?). And I've had the kimchi stew and the ramens which are both very good, but I wanted to try some of the more composed dishes, and after all lets be honest if I wrote a bad post and only had the ramen, I'd probably be chastised for not ordering any of the more innovated dishes. By the way I used to like the chicken and egg with rice and thought it was of good value.

between noodle bar and ssam bar I've probably been a total of 8 times. I always found it to be solid, but over priced and left hungry. I wouldn't say underwhelmed, but just wondering what I'm missing or why I don't walk out of there gushing, like some of the posters on here. Actually it's mostly just a handful of you, but anyway. Now I've read how you need to order certain dishes etc..etc.... Well I stopped by for lunch today, and I had read rave reviews about the smoked duck salad, so I order that. Again it was good and I ate all of it, but I found it for the most part one dimensional, even with the mustard seeds and arugula. It needed some kind off acid, because the rest of the componrts didn't play against the richness of the duck. It was flat. Next I ordered the rice cakes. It tasted like something you'd get at a food court, way too much hoisin and siracha, and the shrimp were basically irrelevant. Jarred hoisin and bottled siracha for sauces. C'mon Had the peanut butter icecream, since the cracker jack flavor wasn't working, no big deal I know shit happens. While the ice cream was delicious, it was enough for a 3 year old. Believe me I'm not some cavone that expects huge Olive garden size portions, but Jesus, let a man eat. All in it was 41$ not including the 2 small size shake shack burgers I ate before I went home. Also is it me or do you see a lot of ingredient repition on the mention such as mustard, pickled this and pickled that,kimchi and, bacon. Total joke, have a look for yourselves.

No offense intended, but the debate over which creatures other than ourselves can feel pain is too complex to be resolved by these sorts of reflections. Again, there is a lot of literature on this, and a thread about where to find a particular variety of sashimi is hardly the place for a lesson in evolutionary biology. ←

Anybody have any recommendations for lobster sashimi? Within the 5 boroughs. thanks

Does anybody remember the Old Fashioned donughnut shop on the corner of 86th and lex? Man were those good, especially if you were lucky enough to get one right out of the fryer. The powder sugar would turn into a glaze from the heat of the oil. A cup of coffee and a bowtie for about 2.35. Good times!!! It's too bad, we lost this place and the Pastrami Queen in one shot to some behemoth luxury apartments. That's the shit the burns me up and is why I enjoy living in Queens now more than Manhattan. There are more of those kinds of places in Queens and they don't get blown up all over food blogs like most places in Manhattan. Please if you remember the old fashioned doughnut Holla Back

stopped by tonight. Had the apple kimchi, it was pretty good, especially liked the maple labne. The roasted mushroom salad with pistachio was probably my favorite dish next to the mackeral dish my gf had. We shared the brussel sprouts, I liked the cauliflower better, but still it's a great preparation regardless. Had the tripe stew, which was pretty solid. Everything was good, and I'm liking it more and more. Granted it has never really blew my mind, like some of the people on here, But I love how you can roll in off the street, hop on a stool, and enjoy some very interesting and tasty food without any pretense. That's what keeps me going back. the only complaint was after dropping 100$ for 2 including tip still being, not hungry, but able to do more damage.

Try Beyoglu on 81st & 3rd. Cool corner spot with outdoor seating. The best all around mezze for the price.

This is my go to place for a cheap solo lunch during the weekday. Ditto on the gelato. Had GROM last week, while it was delicious, I don't think I'd rush back anytime. I'll take Otto or even Cha Cha's. In and out no fuss no muss. I like the spaghetti carbonara here as well.

Try Doyers on Doyers st off of Pell st I believe. google it. I also like saigon grill as an old standby, but now after reading about there alleged abuse towards their delivery people, I may avoid it. Also BAO noodle on 23rd & lexington isn't bad either.

By the way I couldn't agree more about "little italy" The fact that I go for asian cuisine in little italy says it all. When my non culinary enthused friends mention the place or say how great the food is , I have to really bite down on my bottom lip and change the subject, before I become justifiably enraged. On a lighter not cha's cha's has some damn good gelato.

speakig of the lower eastside is there a thread on Sammy's romanian?

There is a concept written about in the elBulli books that they call "The Sixth Sense." This is all about factors that effect one's perception and enjoyment of food. External associations and the concept of "surprise" are elements that contribute to that sense. Making ice cream "chewy" may or may not be inherently "better", but the contextual change may in itself be fun, interesting and pleasure enhancing - at least to some. If one enters with a closed mind, it will almost certainly not be appreciated. From my experience, I am more than willing to see what Chef Stupack can do. ← Thanks doc, valid explanation. I just think sometimes this stuff gets a little gimicky. As cynical as I am I to go to these restaurants with an open mind. In fact the 3x I've been to WD-50 I've really enjoyed the creativity of the concepts of each plate, as well as most of the all the flavors. Sweet and Savory. The last time I went I sat at the bar specifically to try Alex's desserts, and was annoyed to find most of the dessert that described on the menu scattered all over the plate and I couldn't really sink my teeth into any of it. A crumble here a swipe there. By the end I was taking all of the contents on the plate and pushing them to the center, so I could get at least 2 maybe 3 bites of substance. Perhaps I'm close minded or old fashioned, and belong with the cuozzo crowd. It's just that Iwasn't really Wowed by anything or surprised either. Oh well, I'll keep eating and keep posting, Peace