NYC - I'm Taking a Bite of the Big Apple - Page 2

Ghoulish Delight · 04-05-2007, 11:52 AM

I'll have to see if my dad still remembers where that one fondue place is (or was, who knows if it's still there)...

Prudence · 04-05-2007, 12:23 PM

We ate at Grimaldi's in Brooklyn. Very tasty. Cash only, and the ATM machine in the vestibule doesn't work. Do not offend them by ordering a diet soda, or they will harass you in a semi-good natured fashion. No set combos - you order ingredients individually. House red and white wine available by the carafe.

I know it's hokey touristy, but I wish I'd been able to spend more time on Ellis Island. The Ferry Building opens to the public next week, I believe. It's far more beautiful, and peaceful, than I had expected. Not an empty peace - there's a presence there - but not the sense of conflict I expected.

And JFK is possibly one of the worst airports ever created.

Stan4dSteph · 04-05-2007, 01:22 PM

I'll give my standard recommendations:

Peanut Butter and Company - the seating area is small, but the food is really tasty.

burger joint in Le Parker Meridian hotel (go through the front, and hang a left right past the check-in desk) - excellent burgers in a place that looks like a throwback to the 70s. The menu is basic: burgers, fries, shakes and sodas.

Also the Tea Box at Takashimaya, which is near the World of Disney store on 5th Ave.

craftbar and 'wichcraft are both owned by Tom Colicchio of Top Chef fame. I've had tasty meals at both places. Craft family website

Have a great trip!

CoasterMatt · 04-05-2007, 01:28 PM

Summer 2007 is the last open season for Astroland (home of the Coney Island Cyclone). I know it's not a swanky area, but it always makes me happy to ride a ride that Charles Lindbergh was thrilled by.

Moonliner · 04-05-2007, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by CoasterMatt

Summer 2007 is the last open season for Astroland (home of the Coney Island Cyclone). I know it's not a swanky area, but it always makes me happy to ride a ride that Charles Lindbergh was thrilled by.

Did I ever mention I was a CM there? Do I have stories? Oh yeah, I have stories! I'm quite distressed to see the old girl go!

Cyclone on staff night with all the stoppers pulled... Now that rocked!

DOH!!!

You said Astroland...... Nevermind. Send me a PM when Astroworld closes. (I was wondering what this had to do with Houston. )

DOH!!! DOH!!!!

Sigh

Some days....

Ghoulish Delight · 04-05-2007, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by CoasterMatt

Summer 2007 is the last open season for Astroland (home of the Coney Island Cyclone). I know it's not a swanky area, but it always makes me happy to ride a ride that Charles Lindbergh was thrilled by.

Noooooo!!! Aw man, we'll be missing it by mere months.

Kevy Baby · 04-05-2007, 02:25 PM

I know that no one will ever take me up on it, but I simply loved Virgil's Barbecue when I was last in NYC. Granted, my last visit was in the last millennium, but I have heard from more than one source (including from the person who introduced me to this place) that the food is just as good as when I was last there.

I know BBQ may not sound like the quintessential NY fare, but it is darned good (my favorite is the 14-hour slow roasted dry ribs - dry as in no sauce but an amazing rub).

Stan4dSteph · 04-05-2007, 02:38 PM

Haven't eaten at Virgil's, but I have eaten at Blue Smoke and it was delicious! Portions were huge too.

Capt Jack · 04-05-2007, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Babette

does anyone else have any must-see, must-eat, must-do or don't miss recommendations?

Ive only been there once as well, but the one thing that stoods out to me as a 'holy @#$%...you have GOT to see this!' is the first load of people flowing out of Penn Station on a work day. the streets go from 'geez, its a morgue out here' at around 5am to looking like a zillion human ants flowing out of a giant hole in the ground in less than a minute.

its surreal, amazing and frightening all at the same time.

thecorndogwalker · 04-05-2007, 03:11 PM

I was born and raised in Brooklyn and there is nothing like going to Coney Island in the spring, getting a nathan hot dog, fries and sitting on the boardwalk. Then riding the rickety cyclone a bunch of times... then going to watch the freak side show...

04-05-2007, 11:52 AM	#1
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Prudence Beelzeboobs, Esq. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Gavel - I haz it Posts: 6,287	We ate at Grimaldi's in Brooklyn. Very tasty. Cash only, and the ATM machine in the vestibule doesn't work. Do not offend them by ordering a diet soda, or they will harass you in a semi-good natured fashion. No set combos - you order ingredients individually. House red and white wine available by the carafe. I know it's hokey touristy, but I wish I'd been able to spend more time on Ellis Island. The Ferry Building opens to the public next week, I believe. It's far more beautiful, and peaceful, than I had expected. Not an empty peace - there's a presence there - but not the sense of conflict I expected. And JFK is possibly one of the worst airports ever created. __________________ traguna macoities tracorum satis de
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04-05-2007, 01:22 PM	#3
Stan4dSteph Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: East Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,156	I'll give my standard recommendations: Peanut Butter and Company - the seating area is small, but the food is really tasty. burger joint in Le Parker Meridian hotel (go through the front, and hang a left right past the check-in desk) - excellent burgers in a place that looks like a throwback to the 70s. The menu is basic: burgers, fries, shakes and sodas. Also the Tea Box at Takashimaya, which is near the World of Disney store on 5th Ave. craftbar and 'wichcraft are both owned by Tom Colicchio of Top Chef fame. I've had tasty meals at both places. Craft family website Have a great trip!
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CoasterMatt BRAAAAAAAINS! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: One Step Beyond... Posts: 8,802	Summer 2007 is the last open season for Astroland (home of the Coney Island Cyclone). I know it's not a swanky area, but it always makes me happy to ride a ride that Charles Lindbergh was thrilled by. __________________ Do you like my photography? Visit photosbymatt.tumblr.com to purchase prints!
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Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	I know that no one will ever take me up on it, but I simply loved Virgil's Barbecue when I was last in NYC. Granted, my last visit was in the last millennium, but I have heard from more than one source (including from the person who introduced me to this place) that the food is just as good as when I was last there. I know BBQ may not sound like the quintessential NY fare, but it is darned good (my favorite is the 14-hour slow roasted dry ribs - dry as in no sauce but an amazing rub). __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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04-05-2007, 02:38 PM	#8
Stan4dSteph Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: East Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,156	Haven't eaten at Virgil's, but I have eaten at Blue Smoke and it was delicious! Portions were huge too.
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thecorndogwalker Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: east west hollywood Posts: 435	I was born and raised in Brooklyn and there is nothing like going to Coney Island in the spring, getting a nathan hot dog, fries and sitting on the boardwalk. Then riding the rickety cyclone a bunch of times... then going to watch the freak side show...
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