Can I Try?

Beecher’s New York 900 Broadway [Broadway & 20th St.] New York, NY http://www.beechershandmadecheese.com/Home.aspx Should you try? Sandwiches worth a try.  Definitely try the [free samples] of their Flagship Cheese. The artisan cheese shop originated in Seattle, but opened a store, café and restaurant in Flatiron in June 2011.  As you decide what to order at the […]

Taverna Kyclades 33-07 Ditmars Blvd. Astoria, Queens, NY http://www.tavernakyclades.com/ Should you try? Definitely for some authentic Greek food You always hear Manhattanites talk about the beer garden in Astoria, but it’s also known for its diverse population.  And what comes with a diverse population? Eclectic and authentic cuisine.  I’ve lived in Manhattan for several years now, […]

Radegast Hall & Biergarten 113 N 3rd St (between Wythe Ave & Berry St) Brooklyn, NY http://www.radegasthall.com/ Should you try? Definitely.  I’ll be going back. This biergarten in Williamsburg is a great spot to grab a beer (and drink it in giant mugs) and sit with friends and strangers on their long communal tables.  The […]

Taco Bell 3rd Ave btw 50th St. & 51st St. [or at any of the thousands of locations] New York, NY http://www.tacobell.com/ Should you try? Worth a try, especially if it’s only around for a limited time only. At some point in everyone’s lives, they were obsessed with Taco Bell. Don’t deny it, you know it’s […]

Sandoony 1158 Mcdonald Ave. Brooklyn, NY http://www.sandoonyusa.com/ Should you try? Come for the relaxing bathhouse and saunas, stay for the food. Prior to Sandoony, I’ve only been to the Széchenyi Bathhouse in Budapest.  Sandoony may not have the giant premise with multiple large pools, but it provides the basics and it was a great experience overall.  Friends Mike, […]

Fish 280 Bleecker St. [Bleecker & Jones] New York, NY http://www.fishrestaurantnyc.com/ Should you try? A must try Fish is one of my favorite restaurants in the city for reasonably priced fresh seafood.  Everyone that works there is cool and friendly, and the restaurant has an all around laid back feel.  But now for the food.  I usually […]

Tebaya 144 W 19th St. [19th btw 6th & 7th] New York, NY Should you try? Good option if you live or work nearby. Tebaya is a good option if you’re craving really unhealthy but tasty food.  I’ve been to this place several times, most recently ordering the Japanese Style Curry ($10.62 after tax) lunch special. […]

Hide Chan 248 E 52nd St [52nd btw 2nd & 3rd] New York, NY Should you try? Worth a try Ramen noodle shops are still incredibly popular in the city.  And I’m not talking about the $1 packages of ramen, but large bowls of noodles, vegetables, tasty pork, and delicious rich and fatty broth.  The […]

Mamoun’s 119 MacDougal St [MacDougal & W 3rd] New York, NY Also location in St. Marks http://mamouns.com/ Should you try? Yes, especially if you’re on the go. Dating back to the early 1970s, Mamoun’s has been serving up Middle Eastern food in the heart of Greenwich Village.  I finally tried their falafel sandwich, which was simple […]

La Bellezza Pizza 147 East 49th St. [49th btw 3rd & Lexington] New York, NY http://labellezapizza.com/ Should you try? Yes, a good lunch option in Midtown East. Midtown East lacks good food options, but if you’re looking for a good chicken parm hero, check out LA Bellezza.  Their chicken parm hero ($8) is large and […]

Vezzo 178 Lexington Ave [31st & Lex] New York, NY http://www.vezzothincrust.com/ Should you try? Yes, one of my favorite pizza places in the city Whether for nostalgic reasons or simply because I love their thin crust pizza, Vezzo is one of my favorite pizza places in the city.  I always start with their Caesar Salad ($8 but […]

Korilla BBQ Location Varies New York, NY http://korillabbq.com/ Should you try? Yes, still the best of the Korean food trucks. Korilla was recently around my office and having had it only once before, I jumped on the chance to try it again.  The line was maybe 10 people long, but moved very fast since they’re efficient […]

Back Forty 190 Ave B [Ave B btw 11th & 12th] New York, NY http://www.backfortynyc.com/ Should you try? Worth a try for good food and great drinks. The East Village joint offers rustic food, sourcing their food from local farmers.  Each of the dishes had an earthy taste and feel, often accompanied by a lot of […]