Thoughtful and Fresh...Diner Food? Nombe's Izakaya Menu Proves it Can be Done

[rating: 4] In my opinion, Nombe (pronounced "nom-bay") has been the best addition to the Mission's dining scene in the last year (in fact, I included it in the May edition of my Examiner series "Restaurants to Impress." The spirit of the area is completely embodied in the restaurant's … Continue reading →

Degustation: One of NYC's Best Kept Secrets. Doesn't Advertise, Doesn't Need To.

[rating: 5] First, the breakdown. The restaurant's concept: creative. The dining experience: unique. The cuisine: exceptional. The execution: flawless. The service: impeccable. The cost: cheap, considering the quality of what's being served. When you take each of those pieces and put them … Continue reading →

Gitane: If Only the Food Was as Flavorful as the Atmosphere

[rating: 3.5] This restaurant has a lot going for it: owned by the same people in charge of Cafe Claude (one of my favorite restaurants in the City), good location, beautiful decor, lively atmosphere, outdoor seating, french/spanish small plates (rather unique in this city), an extensive … Continue reading →

Pesce - a Cut Above Your Average Neighborhood Italian

[rating:3.5] Okay you know the scene in the Godfather when Michael assassinates Sollozzo in the Italian restaurant? As soon as I walked into Pesce I felt like I was in a similar scene. Well, minus the white table cloths and the getting shot in the head part. This is a tile floored, wooden … Continue reading →

Beretta - Overrated, Underwhelming.

[rating: 2.5] You know that "...Really?" segment of SNL's weekend update? That's exactly how I feel about this place... People wait outrageously long to get a table here, and it's always packed? Really? 40 minutes to get drinks, and even longer for 2 small plates? Really? $6 for 2 slices … Continue reading →

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Thoughtful and Fresh...Diner Food? Nombe's Izakaya Menu Proves it Can be Done

Degustation: One of NYC's Best Kept Secrets. Doesn't Advertise, Doesn't Need To.

Gitane: If Only the Food Was as Flavorful as the Atmosphere

Pesce - a Cut Above Your Average Neighborhood Italian

Beretta - Overrated, Underwhelming.