MERCAT

REVIEW

March 3, 2009


CUISINE: Spanish, Tapas, Wine Bar
NEIGHBORHOOD: East Village, Greenwich Village, Noho

45 Bond St between Lafayette and Bowery

(p) 212-529-8600

 

(Patates Braves)

 

Monday morning I awoke, like the rest of Manhattan, to find a blizzard outside my window. The wind was howling, snow was accumulating, and the temperature was 16 degrees but felt like 2. At dinner time, the streets of NYC were empty, and so was Mercat. Upon entering I felt an immediate warmth, despite the high ceilings and almost overwhelming size of the space. The decor is sleek and clean, yet still homey thanks to exposed brick walls, low lighting, and dark wooden tables. While waiting for my friend, I ordered a glass of red wine, which was generous in both size and price ($13)...  

 


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Posted in FOOD on March 3, 2009 4:32pm by Jena Steinbach | 10 comments





BLT BURGER

REVIEW

February 18, 2009


CUISINE: American (New), American (Traditional), Burgers
NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenwich Village, West Village

470 6th Avenue between 11th and 12th st

(p) 212-243-8226

 

BLT Burger manages to exclusively serve burgers, yet still feel like a legitimate restaurant.  A large wooden bar greets you upon entering with a variety of options.  Cocktails are on the weaker side, but as this is a burger joint, you should probably get beer anyway.  (Unless you’re feeling ill in which case they will gladly make you a hot toddy.)  Glorified framed paintings of cows hang somewhat hauntingly on the walls. The fries are great, so we recommend dishing out a few more bucks for a

 


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Posted in FOOD on February 18, 2009 8:42pm by Jena Steinbach | 12 comments



JANE

REVIEW

February 15, 2009


CUISINE: American (New), Brunch, Burgers
NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenwich Village, Noho

100 W Houston St, New York 10012

(Btwn Thompson St & LaGuardia Place)
(p)212-254-7000
The creme brulee French toast is the best in the city, but Jane is also the only place we have ever encountered eggshells in an omelet.  You now know what to order. 

 


Posted in FOOD on February 15, 2009 8:59pm by Jena Steinbach | 14 comments





GREY DOG COFFEE

REVIEW

February 15, 2009


CUISINE: Coffeehouse, Desserts & Bakeries, Sandwiches, Soups
NEIGHBORHOOD: Flatiron/Union Square, Greenwich Village, West Village

Dual Locations:

 

 

90 University Pl Between 11th and 12th st

(p) 212 414-4739

 

33 Carmine St between Bedford and Bleeker

(p) 212-462-0041

 

Amazing spot for breakfast, lunch, coffee, and cookies.  Extensive sandwich options include more eclectic choices like the Sliced Granny Smith Apple sandwich with turkey, brie and raspberry mustard in addition to more standard fare like Tuna Melts and PB&Js. Country style salad with a scoop of chicken, tuna, or tofu is a tasty option.   Cappuccinos are made correctly here, and the regular coffee is always fresh. Pick up your fork and napkin yourself and listen for your name to be called over the inevitable crowd.  

 


Posted in FOOD on February 15, 2009 8:38pm by Jena Steinbach | 19 comments





THINK COFFEE

REVIEW

February 15, 2009


CUISINE: Coffeehouse, Desserts & Bakeries, Sandwiches, Soups
NEIGHBORHOOD: East Village, Greenwich Village

 

Dual Locations:

 

248 Mercer St between 3rd and 4th St

(p) 212-228-6226

 

1 Bleeker St at Bowery

(p) 212-533-3366

 

Since it’s basically an alternative to NYU dinning halls, prepared sandwiches like peanut butter and banana, mozzarella and vine ripened tomato, and Black Forest ham with farmhouse cheddar go pretty quickly.  Salads are made fresh to order and daily soup selections are posted on the chalkboard.  Baked goods, ice cream, and wine are also available.  The iced coffee at Think is cold brewed which eliminates the bitter taste and enhances natural flavors.  Lines at Think Coffee are long, seating is scarce, and Macs are everywhere.

 


Posted in FOOD on February 15, 2009 8:31pm by Jena Steinbach | 9 comments