Ted Gautsch
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Barbetta
I have been to The Play That's Gone Wrong" and unfortunately now I have been to the "Dinner That's Gone Wrong, sadly it wasn't anything near as entertaining as the play, which was also OFF Broadway.
The most unfortunate part of this defective dinner was the beautiful patio, reminiscent of quiet an Italian Piazza, but also the attention to detail on behalf of the wait staff. Its quite obvious why everyone was seating outdoors, walking into the restaurant felt a bit like walking through a dated funeral parlor. Do yourself a favor and dine outside, no need to sit with the ghosts of Christmas past.
They do serve a very good SAN DANIELE PROSCIUTTO IMPORTED AND MELON. Unfortunately nothing after the First Course is consistent here, not even the drinks, cranberry juice is NOT an ingredient in an Old Fashioned. The LINGUINE AL PESTO, being WAY to heavy on the pesto, was a dinner stopper. Not even the thick spaghetti noodles could balance out the overabundance of that terribly dense pesto sauce.
Inconsistent to the end!! Even the bill was WAY off, in the wrong direction, and this happens in a restaurant that posts its prices on the menu. There will be no encore. Cheers!
The most unfortunate part of this defective dinner was the beautiful patio, reminiscent of quiet an Italian Piazza, but also the attention to detail on behalf of the wait staff. Its quite obvious why everyone was seating outdoors, walking into the restaurant felt a bit like walking through a dated funeral parlor. Do yourself a favor and dine outside, no need to sit with the ghosts of Christmas past.
They do serve a very good SAN DANIELE PROSCIUTTO IMPORTED AND MELON. Unfortunately nothing after the First Course is consistent here, not even the drinks, cranberry juice is NOT an ingredient in an Old Fashioned. The LINGUINE AL PESTO, being WAY to heavy on the pesto, was a dinner stopper. Not even the thick spaghetti noodles could balance out the overabundance of that terribly dense pesto sauce.
Inconsistent to the end!! Even the bill was WAY off, in the wrong direction, and this happens in a restaurant that posts its prices on the menu. There will be no encore. Cheers!
Cascade
NYC cafes are a dime a dozen, but my preference are the classic cafes that offer traditional American breakfasts, sandwiches, and comfort food. This cafe has never changed ownership, it remains consistent in the good food they offer and a higher level of customer service they deliver.
If your like me, looking to fill your belly with good food while getting the best bang for your buck, this is a solid place to get it.
Cheers!
If your like me, looking to fill your belly with good food while getting the best bang for your buck, this is a solid place to get it.
Cheers!
Battery Park City Parks
The Green Light
Now this is a speakeasy, not so easy to find the door but thanks to a little help it didn't take long to get in. One thing I like about these hidden gems, you they are not typically overcrowded and very personable. They also seem to hit the target on quality in every drink they serve.
The Green Light is as comfortable as it gets, and the staff make sure of it. This is definitely a bar that will see us again.
Cheers!
The Green Light is as comfortable as it gets, and the staff make sure of it. This is definitely a bar that will see us again.
Cheers!
411 West Italian Cafe
What can I say about this cafe? The location is great, the food is good, and the service is OK.
Our first time being here, but I was expecting a warmer greeting at the door. Maybe a little more "Amore", and less "Impersonale", this would help make a lasting first impression.
I would highly recommend that this cafe train their staff on the true definition of scallops and not tell any vegetarian that scallops are onions, that advice doesn't bid well for specific dietary restrictions.
Unfortunately, Gnocchi is only a starter, so order 2 or move on to an actual entree. The lasagna is large and in charge and will fill you up, but unfortunately, unlike an authentic Italian restaurant, there will be no bread to soak up the sauce.
An espresso and vanilla creme brulee here are definitely a safe bet.
Cheers!
Our first time being here, but I was expecting a warmer greeting at the door. Maybe a little more "Amore", and less "Impersonale", this would help make a lasting first impression.
I would highly recommend that this cafe train their staff on the true definition of scallops and not tell any vegetarian that scallops are onions, that advice doesn't bid well for specific dietary restrictions.
Unfortunately, Gnocchi is only a starter, so order 2 or move on to an actual entree. The lasagna is large and in charge and will fill you up, but unfortunately, unlike an authentic Italian restaurant, there will be no bread to soak up the sauce.
An espresso and vanilla creme brulee here are definitely a safe bet.
Cheers!