Alex Zhang
Latest Reviews
Clipstone
Great hidden gem. located at the corner of a quiet neighborhood, open kitchen and low key setting. they have a great wine list if you are particular about what to pair with your food they are happy to help.
if you want to just have drinks and something to snack on , that's totally fine, they have a big snack list that perfect for just nibble and sip. I had crab risotto for starter, it doenst look/taste like a typical risotto but flavor is on point and balanced well. i had a hilibut for main, which is perfectly seared and topped with trout roe. there are a lot other dishes on the menu that i want to try. will come back again for more
if you want to just have drinks and something to snack on , that's totally fine, they have a big snack list that perfect for just nibble and sip. I had crab risotto for starter, it doenst look/taste like a typical risotto but flavor is on point and balanced well. i had a hilibut for main, which is perfectly seared and topped with trout roe. there are a lot other dishes on the menu that i want to try. will come back again for more
Le Bernardin
The reservation is a bit hard to get so I snapped a late lunch time. Strict dress code which is fine, love to dress up for special occasions.
The service is definitely top notch. Everyone is so attentive, it’s a bit quiet in the restaurants so not much a vibe, everyone was silent.
We went for the highest tasting menu, since it seems like has the best value and got to taste their best and signature dishes. Lobster and scallop dish are way too salty. the halibut is too dry. My favorite is the Dover sole, perfect balanced flavor. There’s a mix of flavors, It’s very satisfying after the meal, $315 price tag is not too bad for 3 star, definitely worth trying at least once.
The service is definitely top notch. Everyone is so attentive, it’s a bit quiet in the restaurants so not much a vibe, everyone was silent.
We went for the highest tasting menu, since it seems like has the best value and got to taste their best and signature dishes. Lobster and scallop dish are way too salty. the halibut is too dry. My favorite is the Dover sole, perfect balanced flavor. There’s a mix of flavors, It’s very satisfying after the meal, $315 price tag is not too bad for 3 star, definitely worth trying at least once.
Empellon Al Pastor
Came here for a drink Saturday afternoon. This place definitely has a vibe. Cool mural on the wall and even on the ceiling. You order everything from the bar and seat yourself. It does get loud when it’s busy and when people raised their voice.
They have a great selection of draft beer, draft cider and draft wine. The price are really reasonable. Menu isn’t big but has good Mexican food selections. Happy hour only weekdays 4-7pm
They have a great selection of draft beer, draft cider and draft wine. The price are really reasonable. Menu isn’t big but has good Mexican food selections. Happy hour only weekdays 4-7pm
Nowon East Village
If you like Korean food but don’t want a traditional way. Give this place a try, the food is Americanized with more cheese and more tailored to the American taste. But if you like good spicy and hot Korean flavor I don’t think it’s your vibe.
The menu is set to share everyone has to order the same set. We had the menu of $49 which is enough food. We ordered two extra dish and couldn’t finish. The popcorn chicken is the favorite but not very Korean taste. The rice cake flavor is interesting, it’s like eating a deconstructed burger but with rice cake. Not a fan of their matcha pudding dessert, very dry and not much flavor. Most of the dish has honey or somewhat sweetness in it, instead of Korean traditional spicy and savory. Personally I’m not a big fan of the overall flavor
The space is super tight, be careful when you sit by the aisle, they dropped the whole cast iron plate of fried rice by my side. Thank god didn’t stain on my cloth.
The menu is set to share everyone has to order the same set. We had the menu of $49 which is enough food. We ordered two extra dish and couldn’t finish. The popcorn chicken is the favorite but not very Korean taste. The rice cake flavor is interesting, it’s like eating a deconstructed burger but with rice cake. Not a fan of their matcha pudding dessert, very dry and not much flavor. Most of the dish has honey or somewhat sweetness in it, instead of Korean traditional spicy and savory. Personally I’m not a big fan of the overall flavor
The space is super tight, be careful when you sit by the aisle, they dropped the whole cast iron plate of fried rice by my side. Thank god didn’t stain on my cloth.
Smoove Ice Cream
Love this new place in Chinatown has some Asian flavors like Thai tea and black sesame. You can simple get scoops or the drink, but I got both. I got the Thai tea float with Thai tea icecream, I swap out the boba to the yogurt pop it was so good, a little bubbles you can pop in your mouth with yogurt inside. The tea and icecream isn’t too sweet which is great. Will come back.