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Bluestone Lane Times Square Coffee Shop
Hello New Yorkers,
This is my 2nd day in New York, and I can't wait to shop for a local coffee, who needs Starbucks in New York? I enjoy coffee shop hopping anytime during my time in New York. Bluestone Lane coffee shop pop up at my google map and I admit that I am charmed by the cleanliness, and color of blue and white. I am excited.
after I got to the store, I soon realized Bluestone lane is another big chain coffee shop that's probably only available in New York City? (I did not dig more information about the company). there are 2 baristas doing the cashing, order taking and making coffee at the same time, while there are probably 10 customers waiting in line. as the clocking ticking, no.4 and no.7 customers decide to leave without the ordering, and No.10 customer looks very grumpy yet refused to leave the coffee shop. I am being No.11 (in case you didn't know) after a long wait, and seeing the cashier being nonchalant, I guess this is how this world goes. when I see No.10 customers tap harshly on "no tip" bottom, I feel clam and maybe I don't need coffee anymore.
The latte is inject with strong and dark espresso that I enjoy, and I can definitely see the barista over heat the milk and become very foamy.
Generally speaking, the chain store suppose to be fast, clean and good place to sit, but all I get is to see angry and inpatient customers.
by the way, did I mention they have awesome almond croissants?
Paul
This is my 2nd day in New York, and I can't wait to shop for a local coffee, who needs Starbucks in New York? I enjoy coffee shop hopping anytime during my time in New York. Bluestone Lane coffee shop pop up at my google map and I admit that I am charmed by the cleanliness, and color of blue and white. I am excited.
after I got to the store, I soon realized Bluestone lane is another big chain coffee shop that's probably only available in New York City? (I did not dig more information about the company). there are 2 baristas doing the cashing, order taking and making coffee at the same time, while there are probably 10 customers waiting in line. as the clocking ticking, no.4 and no.7 customers decide to leave without the ordering, and No.10 customer looks very grumpy yet refused to leave the coffee shop. I am being No.11 (in case you didn't know) after a long wait, and seeing the cashier being nonchalant, I guess this is how this world goes. when I see No.10 customers tap harshly on "no tip" bottom, I feel clam and maybe I don't need coffee anymore.
The latte is inject with strong and dark espresso that I enjoy, and I can definitely see the barista over heat the milk and become very foamy.
Generally speaking, the chain store suppose to be fast, clean and good place to sit, but all I get is to see angry and inpatient customers.
by the way, did I mention they have awesome almond croissants?
Paul
Lasani Grill
Hello New Yorkers,
I love Mediterranean foods, period. The type of style offers a good food source mixed between protein, pita bread, veggie and awesome white yogurt source. Coming to New York, I am definitely look for one, at least that’s how I find Halal’s guys before, and they are too darn good that I had to hand carry 6 boxes back to California, and boarding custom even questions my motivation.
After a long standing at the show booth, I was looking for a quick and healthy gyro wrap and have not found any luck near by Javits. I decide to walk around 1 miles and found La-Sani Grill. The photo shows a plate style that I like, so I decide to give it a try. I order a combination wrap with beef and chicken with side of salad and falafel to satisfy the journal of full Mediterranean foods. once I received my food, I realized their put lamb and chicken instead of beef, I was thinking if the owner wants me to try their lamb signature. The Falafel is so dry that I had to order extra white sauce to go with it, and I had to finish 3 of them. A side cucumber salad is very small for the price.
It does not have to be about the foods, but there is very small air condition while New York is running 100 degree this week. The dinning area is full of the greasy smell, and my co-worker know exactly where I go for lunch.
Needless to say, the foods and dinning experience are not meeting my expectation, and I can’t sit for too long when restaurant is hotter than outside. The bad experience does not stop me continue exploring another Mediterranean foods in New York, I will see you next time.
By the way - did I mention I found a meat wrapping paper inside of my falafel?
Paul
I love Mediterranean foods, period. The type of style offers a good food source mixed between protein, pita bread, veggie and awesome white yogurt source. Coming to New York, I am definitely look for one, at least that’s how I find Halal’s guys before, and they are too darn good that I had to hand carry 6 boxes back to California, and boarding custom even questions my motivation.
After a long standing at the show booth, I was looking for a quick and healthy gyro wrap and have not found any luck near by Javits. I decide to walk around 1 miles and found La-Sani Grill. The photo shows a plate style that I like, so I decide to give it a try. I order a combination wrap with beef and chicken with side of salad and falafel to satisfy the journal of full Mediterranean foods. once I received my food, I realized their put lamb and chicken instead of beef, I was thinking if the owner wants me to try their lamb signature. The Falafel is so dry that I had to order extra white sauce to go with it, and I had to finish 3 of them. A side cucumber salad is very small for the price.
It does not have to be about the foods, but there is very small air condition while New York is running 100 degree this week. The dinning area is full of the greasy smell, and my co-worker know exactly where I go for lunch.
Needless to say, the foods and dinning experience are not meeting my expectation, and I can’t sit for too long when restaurant is hotter than outside. The bad experience does not stop me continue exploring another Mediterranean foods in New York, I will see you next time.
By the way - did I mention I found a meat wrapping paper inside of my falafel?
Paul