Category Archives: New American
ABC Kitchen – Dinner Round 2
Many of you know that I previously reviewed ABC Kitchen, but having tried it just a few months after opening, I have been dying to go back to taste the improvements and give its service a second chance. Thankfully, Runway … Continue reading
Filed under American, Business Meal, Fun Group Dinner, New American, Parents in Town, Romantic Date, Union Square
Joseph Leonard – Drinks & Appetizers
Just before the craziness of the holiday I made an effort to catch up with my friend Justin, a long-time Restaurant biz affiliate and a current member of the team operating Tom Colicchio’s Craft. Considering his industry knowledge, I could … Continue reading
Filed under New American, Romantic Date, West Village
Braeburn
For all of you who’ve criticized me for being too nice in my reviews, here’s the moment you’ve been waiting for… I went to Braeburn last night and it was, sadly, horrible – probably up there with one of the … Continue reading
Filed under New American, West Village
Joseph Leonard – for brunch
Joseph Leonard is an adorable little neighborhood joint just on the edge of the West Village. Its rickety chairs, make-shift seating area and wooden bar with chalkboard brings me back to to my old brunch spots at UC Davis. The … Continue reading
Filed under American, Brunch, New American, Parents in Town, West Village
Minetta Tavern
Considering the excessive hype around Keith McNally’s Minetta Tavern since opening, I’ve been shamelessly trying to make a trip to make a judgetment myself. I had heard particularly rave reviews about the burger and the steak, and though I’m not … Continue reading
Filed under Business Meal, New American, Special Occasion, Steak House, Swanky, West Village
ABC Kitchen
While roaming around the ABC Home and Carpet store on a summer afternoon, my stomach started to grumble with hunger. I needed something delicious, and more importantly, something close by. I trailed down the aisle toward the scent of fresh … Continue reading
Filed under New American, Parents in Town, Romantic Date, Special Occasion, Union Square
DBGB Kitchen and Bar
DBGB Kitchen and Bar, the mecca of sausage, burgers, beer, and men, was an absolute blast. I may have had a tainted experience, as I was seated in the private room with windows open to the kitchen, but the food … Continue reading
Filed under American, Business Meal, Fun Group Dinner, New American, Nolita, Parents in Town, Private Party
Barbuto
Considering Barbuto is just two blocks from my apartment, I have walked by it longingly many, many times. The place screams a good time – tables are situated in a converted fire house with walls completely exposed to the side … Continue reading
Filed under Italian, Mediterranean, New American, Parents in Town, Private Party, Romantic Date, West Village
