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

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!

04-05-2007, 12:23 PM	#1
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	#2
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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