NYC Restaurant

Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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Corton - Paul Liebrandt’s place - is excellent. And not quite as pricey as comparable places. http://www.cortonnyc.com/. I want to take family the next time a crowd comes to town, because it is really great - and somewhat under-rated - but won’t break the bank.

We also had a terrific meal at Annissa earlier this year (though I liked Corton better) http://www.annisarestaurant.com/.

I’ll also second the suggestion of Marea - if you like fish. It’s up by Columbus Circle. The lunch deal is a steal - that might be a good option - and a nice alternative to Le Bernardin. http://www.marea-nyc.com/

Craft is a good choice - though cut from the same cloth as Grammercy.

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I had a fantastic, memorable meal at Telepan: http://www.telepan-ny.com/reservations

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Tom; You have been given some great options. Since you are staying midtown, I would consider The Modern, Marea and Telepan. Taxis, as you know, are no problem, so Annisa and Corton are quite viable. Personally, I am not a big fan of Corton. I think Marc Forgione is also a nice New York experience . Actually, since you only have two nights to fill; I would personally consider bringing along a couple of special bottles. In most cases, the corkage is not outrageous and you could drink very well. Most places are semi-dressy to casual and you can wear whatever you wish but I think The Modern has a dress code. …make sure to check.
Have agreat time!

Cheers! [cheers.gif]
Marshall

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Thanks, I was a little hesitant to bring bottles both because of the plane, but also I wasn’t really sure this was part of the NYC culture.

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The quintessential NY restaurant is Peter Luger.

Also would try some of the Momofukus.

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Momofuku Ssam Bar for lunch is a great suggestion. (Might I suggest my lunch choice on my monthly trip into the city: Pork Buns; a Duck Bun; Broccoli Salad; a Mexican Coke.)

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I’ve always had a lukewarm (pun intended) reaction to Telepan (can you say…boring?).

I think The Modern and Marea would be my top two choices. While I love (as noted above) Minetta Tavern, it can be a bit noisy and unless you’re flashing both the Centurion card and a few hundred dollar bills to the manager, you’ll sit in coach which means bunched up tables, crammed closely to each other, with a noise level just under that on the taxiway at JFK.

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Yes, a limit of 2 bottles both on Sunday and on other days (when they have a $45 corkage fee). Sundays book up fast.

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Is there a consensus regarding the food at the Modern Bar vs. the Dining Room?

Seems like a few votes for the Bar having better food than the Dining Room (which is surprising to me).

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Barry, Both good just different atmosphere and food. Depends what you want. And sorry I’m going to miss you on this trip.

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Lunch at Bouley is one of the best deals I know, and the food is truly magnificent. Hate the you must wear jacket policy, which is why I don’t go in Summer

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I’ll throw in Jean George’s as one of the best bang-for-the-buck lunch menu in town today. Great food and service. Plus, a nice view of Central Park South to enhance the meal.

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Holy shit this thread is a year old!
I hate when I don’t realize it…until I see a post from someone not around any more, this time Victor…

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I’m not going back to check the origins of this thread, but I must say that Bouley keeps popping up here and elsewhere, and perhaps on my post-harvest trip this year I’ll replace GT with a visit to Bouley.

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Thanks Paul, and ditto.

Re: JG, yes, love it! Awesome.

Bouley, haven’t been to the new place was a regular devotee until about 5 years ago when I had a rough dinner. But time to go back. Don’t think they allow BYO.

I think for both Bouley and JG, lunch is better than dinner.