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Mermaid Inn
Category:
Local Favorite
96 2nd Ave
New York,
New York 10003
Mermaid Inn recently re-opened with a spruced up menu and newly renovated digs, and I must say the...
More 2 years ago
Mermaid Inn recently re-opened with a spruced up menu and newly renovated digs, and I must say the place continues to fire on all cylinders. Yes, it can be difficult to get a table during peak dinner hours, but if you're willing to come a little early or later in the evening, you will be rewarded with simple, excellent seafood at a very fair price. Also, don't hesitate to have dinner at the bar - it's just as enjoyable. Stand-out appetizers include the beautifully crispy fried oysters with creamed spinach and truffle oil. The clam fritters were a little bit tastier when they were made with shrimp, but they're still crazy-enjoyable, served with a lemon-caper aioli. The tasty shrimp soup Veracruzano is a spicy tomato/seafood broth studded with plump shrimp and served with grilled bread. On the entre side, I very much like the pan roasted codfish with "New England chowder sauce" (basically cream, bacon and clams). The poblano mashed potatos that accompany the otherwise excellent grilled mahi mahi can be a little heavy, but the dish remains a winner. The lobster sandwich (basically a lobster roll on a hamburger bun) is certainly good, but I can think of a few places (Ed's Lobster Bar comes to mind) that are a little better. I've never had the only non-seafood entre, a double-cut pork chop, but it certainly looks tasty. Dinner ends with a complimentary cup of chocolate pudding with a dollop of whipped cream, and a Chinese fortune-teller fish to tell you what to prepare for as you stride out into the evening. The interior is casual and comfortable, and sort of evokes the inside of an old yacht. Service is generally very good.
Pros: Top-notch seafood, fair price
Cons: Can be difficult to get a table
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Birthday Party Booker
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
197 Madison Avenue
New York,
New York 10016
(866) 959-2134
I booked a party for myself and around 15 guests at 49 Grove through Birthday Party Booker. Of...
More 1 month ago
I booked a party for myself and around 15 guests at 49 Grove through Birthday Party Booker. Of course I did it at the last minute and didn't notify them until 72 hours before.
Nonetheless, they were able to get my guests and I on the list and we were able to get in no problem, with no cover. Our planner even gave me the names I needed to know (personal friends of his) in order to speak to the owner about cutting a deal for an open bar (which he did very reasonably). No free bottle or table though on account of the late notice (which was understandable).
5 stars for birthday party booker and for the people at 49 Grove who were awesome to my guests. I recommend for anyone looking to book a party and avoid the headache or the $$$$
Pros: Great communication, no hassle from venue
Cons: None
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Social
Category:
Late Night Dining
795 8th Ave
New York,
New York 10019
(212) 459-0643
I recently had a private party again at Social, and we had a wonderful evening. For the second...
More 11 months ago
I recently had a private party again at Social, and we had a wonderful evening. For the second straight year our event was a success. Social once again went above and beyond and we greatly appreciate everything the staff did for us. I lost count of how many times the manager came upstairs to check in and make sure things were going well. Our bartender was just amazing and I would certainly ask for her again next year.
We will definitely be planning another party at Social.
Pros: staff
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Sutra Lounge
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
16 First Ave
New York,
New York 10009
(646) 833-0539
I reserved the back room of Sutra for a Halloween party. The mgt was very accommodating. The...
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I reserved the back room of Sutra for a Halloween party. The mgt was very accommodating. The waitress Liza was amazing. The night was really fun, great music, and cool atmosphere. Will definitely be back.
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Stitch Bar & Lounge
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
247 W 37th St
New York,
New York 10018
(212) 852-4826
I have yet to check this place out while in action but I just learned there's going to be a HUGE...
More 2 months ago
I have yet to check this place out while in action but I just learned there's going to be a HUGE fundraiser for an organization called Stockings With Care there with Celebrities from NY TV, Film & Broadway tending the bar!! It's Wednesday Nov 11th from 7-11pm and only 20 bucks to enter. And for a good cause, it seems.
Should be fun. I'll let you guys know what I think!
Pros: big space
Cons: not sure
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Rare
Category:
Burgers
303 Lexington Ave
New York,
New York 10016
(212) 481-1999
I'm a burger man, and thought I new a good burger, then I had one here. That was the 9 dollar...
More 4 months ago
I'm a burger man, and thought I new a good burger, then I had one here. That was the 9 dollar buger....
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This place is awesome! The vibe is cool, laid-back and just the right amount of hip and chic.
The...
More 8 months ago
This place is awesome! The vibe is cool, laid-back and just the right amount of hip and chic.
The drinks are incredible - probably the most creative and esoteric coctail menu around. the mixologists are genius!!! Try the Ellison...
The back private party room is super cool - it even has a double sided mirror so you can see out into the lounge.
Highly recommend it for private parties or just having a few with some friends. Comfy seating and some nice private areas as well.
Pros: drinks menu, food, atmosphere
Cons: none...
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The Sushi is great! I've gone to Bamboo 52 a bunch of times and it never dissapoints me. The...
More 3 months ago
The Sushi is great! I've gone to Bamboo 52 a bunch of times and it never dissapoints me. The waiters always suggest something different which turns out to be great! Let me not forget to mention how great their drinks are!! Look out for their Volcano/Hurricane (I forget the exact name)but let me tell you, this drink is strong and very tasty, and the glass it comes in is also very nice!
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Pacha
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
618 W 46th St
New York,
New York 10036
(212) 209-7500
I finally went to Pacha's although I have been there several times when it was SoundFactory. The...
More 5 months ago
I finally went to Pacha's although I have been there several times when it was SoundFactory. The DJ was amazing and very into the crowd. The drinks were strong which was suprising since I am use to getting a water-downed overpriced mini drink at so many other places. The place is beautiful and the club will stay open after hours if the crowd and vibes are right! The House music is mesmerizing and you never wnt to leave. Do not be suprised to see a celebrity in one of their many funkadelic trippy rooms! All in all it is a must for any club goer or party monster!
Pros: Great Club Vibe, Excellent HOUSE DJs, Many different areas!
Cons: Long wait lines! Espec w/o chicks! Bouncers rob you 2 getin!
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BLVD
Category:
Restaurants
199 Bowery
New York,
New York 10002
(212) 982-7767
This is a great place to host events of just about any kind. I've been here a bunch of times for a...
More 3 months ago
This is a great place to host events of just about any kind. I've been here a bunch of times for a bunch of different types of things, and the room never fails to make the event shine. The bar is great, the staffers are pleasant and professional, and while the prices aren't at the bottom of the barrel, the food & drinks are totally worth it.
Pros: classy, great bar, courteous waitstaff, food
Cons: not the cheapest bar ever
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