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Josie's
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Restaurants
300 Amsterdam Ave
New York, New York 10023
(212) 769-1212
It’s hard to put your finger on what makes Josie’s so well-loved. It might be that the food is delicious, or that the dishes tend to be healthy and environmentally conscious. Perhaps it is the...
It’s hard to put your finger on what makes Josie’s so well-loved. It might be that the food is delicious, or that the dishes tend to be healthy and environmentally conscious. Perhaps it is the wait staff that, although bit leisurely, is charming and extremely handsome. It might be the hip, exciting atmosphere that is filled with young singles and successful adults. Regardless of the reason, Josie’s is worth a stop. It might even become your new favorite.
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The food at Planet Sushi is quite straightforward. They have all of the usual sushi rolls, with a couple of unusual ones thrown in the mix. For the less-adventurous, tempura and teriyaki entrées...
The food at Planet Sushi is quite straightforward. They have all of the usual sushi rolls, with a couple of unusual ones thrown in the mix. For the less-adventurous, tempura and teriyaki entrées are also on the menu. It’s a great place to take kids who are not ready to take on sushi, but want to try a vegetarian roll and some other Japanese dishes. Kids will also enjoy the décor, which sticks loosely to an outer space theme. There is an astronaut hanging from the ceiling.
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Good drinks, terrific food, and a hip atmosphere make Ruby Foo’s a great spot for a celebratory evening. Just about everything on the menu is fabulous. For big groups, it’s fun to order different...
Good drinks, terrific food, and a hip atmosphere make Ruby Foo’s a great spot for a celebratory evening. Just about everything on the menu is fabulous. For big groups, it’s fun to order different dishes and share them. The waiters, rather than charging extra, give you lots of plates to make it easier. If you're on a date, request a quiet booth or a corner table, as it gets a bit loud.
Chose the Upper West Side location over the Times Square one, which is too big and filled with corporate groups and tourists.
Note: This is a BR Guest restaurant, so you can use those gift cards.
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Jackson Hole is a good destination for families and groups of kids for a big inexpensive dinner. It can get a bit noisy, so it probably is not ideal for grandparents or dates. The burgers, fries,...
Jackson Hole is a good destination for families and groups of kids for a big inexpensive dinner. It can get a bit noisy, so it probably is not ideal for grandparents or dates. The burgers, fries, and chicken fingers are delicious, although the rest of the menu leaves some room for improvement. Do not order desert – the cakes are not homemade and inexcusably dry.
Staff is friendly but slow, so takeout is a great alternative.
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Ann's post is right on the mark. The Red Rooster's clientele ranges from babies to their great-grandfathers. Families, couples, and groups of kids all make the Red Rooster a stop for ice cream,...
Ann's post is right on the mark. The Red Rooster's clientele ranges from babies to their great-grandfathers. Families, couples, and groups of kids all make the Red Rooster a stop for ice cream, dinner, and mini golf. Go outside a sit on a picnic bench, or hop back in the car for the rest of your journey. People rave about the chocolate dipped ice cream cones, and they’re right.
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Medical Associates has a couple of things going for it. The doctors are charismatic, the location is convenient, and the staff is bilingual (English and Spanish). These are not the things that...
Medical Associates has a couple of things going for it. The doctors are charismatic, the location is convenient, and the staff is bilingual (English and Spanish). These are not the things that cross a patient’s mind, however, as he walks in the front door. Disgruntled nurses and old equipment fill a cramped, unattractive, absurdly warm (in the summer) office. It is an unpleasant experience. They take all insurance, but if you can afford to go elsewhere, do.
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This place makes a good wrap. Great, actually. There are three things of which you should be aware. First, just because they are wraps does not mean these are healthy. Don't complain about that....
This place makes a good wrap. Great, actually. There are three things of which you should be aware. First, just because they are wraps does not mean these are healthy. Don't complain about that. If you're trying to cut back, bring half home for another meal. Second, it's a cute place, but if you want to sit, don't go right at 12:30 or 7:00 because there are very few seats, all of which will be taken. Third, the staff is clearly underpaid, so if you ask for something different than exactly what is pictured, you risk a snide remark.
The wraps on the menu tend to be better than the specials, and the wraps for kids are fantastic. Try the Hail Caesar, the Turkey BLT, and the Elvis wrap for kids.
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It's nothing to die for, but if you’re in the neighborhood, it’s a great dinner choice. For about $10, you can get a delicious entrée over white/brown/jasmine rice with a bunch of sauces, and maybe...
It's nothing to die for, but if you’re in the neighborhood, it’s a great dinner choice. For about $10, you can get a delicious entrée over white/brown/jasmine rice with a bunch of sauces, and maybe even some sushi on the side. Instead of sitting at one of the uncomfortable tables, opt for the counter by the window for some grade-A people watching. Dessert is below average, but dinner will probably be satisfying enough on its own.
It’s best dishes are Chicken Teriyaki, Salmon Teriyaki, Pineapple Chicken, and California Rolls.
Also great for delivery.
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Kanvas
Category:
Restaurants
219 9th Ave
New York, New York 10011
(212) 727-2616
Kanvas has a lot going for it. The neighborhood, up-and-coming, attracts a lot of interest, their cocktail list is original and well designed, and they have a loyal happy hour following. These...
Kanvas has a lot going for it. The neighborhood, up-and-coming, attracts a lot of interest, their cocktail list is original and well designed, and they have a loyal happy hour following. These elements combine to create a trendy, laid-back lounge full of successful, good-looking young people.
Happy hour lasts from 4-8 and all of their specialty drinks are half priced. Order a pitcher of strawberry mojitos. They are too good for words. Food, which is exponentially better than typical bar fare, is also discounted. Arrive early because it starts to clear out around nine.
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To some, PD O'Hurley's has some soul-searching to do. It cannot seem to decide whether it is an upscale restaurant or a regular pub. The result is a bar that has to maintain a barely-used...
To some, PD O'Hurley's has some soul-searching to do. It cannot seem to decide whether it is an upscale restaurant or a regular pub. The result is a bar that has to maintain a barely-used restaurant, and is unintentionally overpriced to cover costs.
To others, the restaurant makes it one of the classier Irish pubs in the city. It has good bar food, a nice wine list, a well-behaved clientele, and a pleasant wait staff. If you take a date, you can probably get a quiet table in the restaurant area, even if you are not planning to order food.
Added bonus: If you walk in and do not like it, there are half a dozen Irish pubs within a one block radius.
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