CAFE GITANE

REVIEW

February 11, 2009


CUISINE: Diner, French, Mediterranean, Moroccan
NEIGHBORHOOD: Nolita, Soho

242 Mott St Btwn Prince & Houston St

(p) 212-334-9552

 

There are few things more enjoyable than people-watching in Nolita on a beautiful New York day, and Cafe Gitane makes sure that you don't go hungry while doing so.  The self-described French, Mediterranean and Moroccan style diner makes cute sexy again, with waitresses in matching green dresses and charming, flea-market style flatware.    The menu caters to all diners: the less adventurous can't go wrong with a mozzarella, tomato and basil sandwich; the arugula, beet, apple, and walnut salad for the health inclined; and the baked pasta with roasted tomatoes, gorgonzola and breadcrumbs for the more indulgent (our waitress suggested that we add prosciutto-- cute AND smart).  

 


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Posted in FOOD on February 11, 2009 9:51pm by Jena Steinbach | 0 comments





Coffee Shop

REVIEW

February 8, 2009


CUISINE: American (Traditional), Coffeehouse, Diner
NEIGHBORHOOD: Flatiron/Union Square

29 Union Square West at 16th St

(p) 212-243-79969

 

Foodies, beware! The best part of this overpriced, poorly portioned restaurant is the juice/smoothie bar attached to it.  That, and the extensive outdoor seating in Union Square.  Yes, the waitresses all look like models, but why is this an incentive to order a cheeseburger and fries? The food is just plain bad. 

 


Posted in FOOD on February 8, 2009 9:00pm by Seth | 0 comments