Category Archives: Lower East Side

Pulinos

This week has been a Keith McNally celebration. Brunch at Pastis last Sunday, dinner there last Thursday, Minetta Tavern last Monday, and now Pulinos last night. Pulinos totally fits the build of all of his brasserie-esque restaurants: a big, in … Continue reading

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Rayuela: LES Latin American fare

I’ve only heard great things about this Nuevo Latino restaurant, interestingly enough hidden on an insignificant block in the Lower East side, and after tonight’s meal I can understand why. Its food is inventive, enlivening, and filled with flavor, its … Continue reading

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Stanton Social wahooo

Two of my closest friends from grade school were in town last night, so my fellow New Yorker friend Sonia and I decided to take them to a well known, quintessentially Manhattan-trendy hot spot: Stanton Social. They absolutely loved it. … Continue reading

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Paladar – want to host a festive dinner on a budget?

I attribute finding this awesome restaurant to…myself. It was April 30th, my birthday was coming up, and I was looking to invite 8 or so friends to a restaurant with a fun and laid back environment, good food, large-group accommodations, … Continue reading

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Filed under Affordable Date, Drinks & Apps, Fun Group Dinner, Latin American, Lower East Side, Spanish