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If I go to your city, tell me 3 places I -have- to eat
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Raging Spaniard
If they are Dutch, upright and breathing they are more racist than your favorite player
I show up at your house tomorrow, got 30 bucks, we hungry and youre like "dude, we gotta go to this place"
Hell yes, I'll be in Dallas this weekend, actually! London in a month and a half too.
AbortedWalrusFetus
Member
This is a little tough, because I'm assuming you want the food to be approachable in price.
Philadelphia:
Vernick - New American Cuisine - Instagram
What to eat: Seriously, check out the toast starters, they are surprisingly awesome. I recommend the crudos as well. Nothing on this menu is bad. They also have an amazing bar program.
Notes: Be sure to reserve well in advance.
A Mano - Italian Cuisine - Instagram
What to eat: Braised pork shank is where it's at. Also the Squid Ink Alla Chitarra.
Notes: It's a BYOB and cash only, which makes it very affordable for the quality.
Kanella South - Cypriot Cuisine- Instagram
What to eat: The octopus and lamb dishes. There were these lamb dumplings of some variety on the menu that were unreal.
Note: This place moved locations and I have not yet been to the new location.
Philadelphia:
Vernick - New American Cuisine - Instagram
What to eat: Seriously, check out the toast starters, they are surprisingly awesome. I recommend the crudos as well. Nothing on this menu is bad. They also have an amazing bar program.
Notes: Be sure to reserve well in advance.
A Mano - Italian Cuisine - Instagram
What to eat: Braised pork shank is where it's at. Also the Squid Ink Alla Chitarra.
Notes: It's a BYOB and cash only, which makes it very affordable for the quality.
Kanella South - Cypriot Cuisine- Instagram
What to eat: The octopus and lamb dishes. There were these lamb dumplings of some variety on the menu that were unreal.
Note: This place moved locations and I have not yet been to the new location.
Man. That is tough. There are some super high end fancy places (Uchi/Uchiko springs to mind) that people would definitely recommend ahead of some of these options, but for me personally, these 3 are musts.. Franklin is a big time investment, so you could sub La Barbecue for a shorter wait.
Austin, TX
Torchy's Tacos - A Texas institution at this point. The queso is unparalleled and the variety of tacos is fantastic.
Franklin Barbecue - You simply cannot find better BBQ anywhere.
Via 313 Pizza - This is actually Detroit style pizza so it isn't unique to Austin or anything, but man, I love their pizza.
Austin, TX
Torchy's Tacos - A Texas institution at this point. The queso is unparalleled and the variety of tacos is fantastic.
Franklin Barbecue - You simply cannot find better BBQ anywhere.
Via 313 Pizza - This is actually Detroit style pizza so it isn't unique to Austin or anything, but man, I love their pizza.
Agree. Zingerman's is. I like it, but it's not all that.
My Wife is from Ann Arbor and for breakfast we always hit up Out Bar.
Charleston, WV (yeah I know...)
1. Pies and Pints. Excellent pizza with a huge selection of toppings. I personally recommend the black bean pizza. Also a ton of microbrews to choose from.
2. Fazio's. Really great Italian restaurant. A bit pricey but the food I've gotten from there has always been top notch.
3. The Barge. This place is actually on an old river barge. There's two parts. The lower area is a casual dining/bar place with really tasty burgers. The top area is high class, suit and tie dining. Expensive, but also very good food and a neat experience.
1. Pies and Pints. Excellent pizza with a huge selection of toppings. I personally recommend the black bean pizza. Also a ton of microbrews to choose from.
2. Fazio's. Really great Italian restaurant. A bit pricey but the food I've gotten from there has always been top notch.
3. The Barge. This place is actually on an old river barge. There's two parts. The lower area is a casual dining/bar place with really tasty burgers. The top area is high class, suit and tie dining. Expensive, but also very good food and a neat experience.
whatsinaname
Member
Some good restaurants between Ann Arbor and Ypsi. Ypbor Yan and Yee Siang dumplings are great. Ma Lou's is Ypsi is awesome too.
As for Ann Arbor, I love a couple of items at Mani, Isalita and Aventura. vKitchen down south has some good options.
Lots of decent Korean options as well (Arirang, Macheko, Seoul Garden) - Miss Kims has become one of my favourites, especially considering my work is right next door.
TacosNSalsa
Member
NYC :
Gloria's West Indian Restaurant , Brooklyn
Peter Lugers Steakhouse , Brooklyn
Wah Fung , Manhattan
Gloria's West Indian Restaurant , Brooklyn
Peter Lugers Steakhouse , Brooklyn
Wah Fung , Manhattan
pirateluigi
Member
Zingermans is over priced, but never overrated. The classic Reuben there is still the best sandwich I've ever had.
charlie1701
Member
Brighton, UK:
The Earth and Stars for Sunday roast. Local produce, big helpings, delicious!
La Choza for Mexican food including homemade chorizo.
Red Snapper for Thai food. Tiny restaurant serving traditional food and a range of teas.
Damn I'm hungry now.
The Earth and Stars for Sunday roast. Local produce, big helpings, delicious!
La Choza for Mexican food including homemade chorizo.
Red Snapper for Thai food. Tiny restaurant serving traditional food and a range of teas.
Damn I'm hungry now.
Franklin Barbecue - You simply cannot find better BBQ anywhere.
God that looks amazing, BBQ ain't that big here in Italy and it's such a huge shame
Atomic Playboy
Member
My wife and I do Tasty n Sons every few weeks for brunch. So good. I like Toro Bravo more for the special occasion feel of it, but for accessibility, Tasty n Sons is great. I had a friend who bartended at Ox, so I got to eat there a couple times, and I just remember the wait time being interminable; I really don't like it when places don't offer reservations and expect people to just wait 90+ minutes to get seated. Screen Door is awful for that too.
We'll have to give HA/VL a try; we're not usually out that way, but we appreciate a good soup and I love a good Banh Mi.
Belo Horizonte, Brazil
01. A Pão de Queijaria
The most iconic food from my state (i think so) is "Pão de Queijo"... baked cheesy-bread balls. This place serves different versions of it (different cheese for each day of the week) and delicious variations.
02. La Tosqueria
Kinda biased... my best friend's bar. The best burgers in town.
03. Armazém Parmeggiano
Adding a local twist to Parmeggiana steaks... simply outstanding. Pic for reference, pork parmeggiana with "biquinho" peppers and pumpkin puree.
BONUS! Academia do Café
Multiple award winning coffee, featured in tons of shows (Anthony Bourdain is a fan), one of the best coffee producers/shop in the world.
01. A Pão de Queijaria
The most iconic food from my state (i think so) is "Pão de Queijo"... baked cheesy-bread balls. This place serves different versions of it (different cheese for each day of the week) and delicious variations.
02. La Tosqueria
Kinda biased... my best friend's bar. The best burgers in town.
03. Armazém Parmeggiano
Adding a local twist to Parmeggiana steaks... simply outstanding. Pic for reference, pork parmeggiana with "biquinho" peppers and pumpkin puree.
BONUS! Academia do Café
Multiple award winning coffee, featured in tons of shows (Anthony Bourdain is a fan), one of the best coffee producers/shop in the world.
Man. That is tough. There are some super high end fancy places (Uchi/Uchiko springs to mind) that people would definitely recommend ahead of some of these options, but for me personally, these 3 are musts.. Franklin is a big time investment, so you could sub La Barbecue for a shorter wait.
Austin, TX
Torchy's Tacos - A Texas institution at this point. The queso is unparalleled and the variety of tacos is fantastic.
Franklin Barbecue - You simply cannot find better BBQ anywhere.
Via 313 Pizza - This is actually Detroit style pizza so it isn't unique to Austin or anything, but man, I love their pizza.
Gosh, that all looks so good, it's obscene
Man. That is tough. There are some super high end fancy places (Uchi/Uchiko springs to mind) that people would definitely recommend ahead of some of these options, but for me personally, these 3 are musts.. Franklin is a big time investment, so you could sub La Barbecue for a shorter wait.
Austin, TX
Torchy's Tacos - A Texas institution at this point. The queso is unparalleled and the variety of tacos is fantastic.
Franklin Barbecue - You simply cannot find better BBQ anywhere.
Via 313 Pizza - This is actually Detroit style pizza so it isn't unique to Austin or anything, but man, I love their pizza.
I prefer taco deli myself
Man. That is tough. There are some super high end fancy places (Uchi/Uchiko springs to mind) that people would definitely recommend ahead of some of these options, but for me personally, these 3 are musts.. Franklin is a big time investment, so you could sub La Barbecue for a shorter wait.
Austin, TX
Franklin Barbecue - You simply cannot find better BBQ anywhere.
Excuse you?
Manchester
Australasia: Fantastic service, cool underground location, amazing food and solid cocktail list.
Pollen Bakery: Located in one of the railway arches near piccadilly, people drive from all over and queue for ages for their Danishes. Raspberry and Pistachio is a favourite.
Sams Chop House: Proper, olde world gastro pub, 140 years old to be precise. Chefs signature corn beef hash is indulgent.
There are plenty of alternatives, Manchester House is pursuing a Michelin Star iirc but it's not my thing. Loads of cool places in The Northern Qtr but no where jumped out at me.
Australasia: Fantastic service, cool underground location, amazing food and solid cocktail list.
Pollen Bakery: Located in one of the railway arches near piccadilly, people drive from all over and queue for ages for their Danishes. Raspberry and Pistachio is a favourite.
Sams Chop House: Proper, olde world gastro pub, 140 years old to be precise. Chefs signature corn beef hash is indulgent.
There are plenty of alternatives, Manchester House is pursuing a Michelin Star iirc but it's not my thing. Loads of cool places in The Northern Qtr but no where jumped out at me.
Fancy Clown
Member
Frita Batidos is the bomb. The lines were always super long though. Hippie Hash is also awesome.
There are some really good diners too, like Angela's or Franks for a good classic greasy spoon.
Zingerman's Road House is better than the sandwich place imo. Getting a big ol BBQ platter there is amazing.
Lorient (Britanny, France)
It's a relatively small city compared to most people here so there's not a lot of choice but eh.
- L'Octopus
Tapas bar. The food is great and the alcohol is even better. Perfect for an evening with friends.
- L'Alsace à Quai
A mix between breton and alsatian cuisine.
- Le jardin gourmand
A bit more refined but not overly pricey. The menu changes often since there's an emphasis on fresh, seasonal produce. It's not somewhere I would eat every week but I always recommend it to people passing by.
It's a relatively small city compared to most people here so there's not a lot of choice but eh.
- L'Octopus
Tapas bar. The food is great and the alcohol is even better. Perfect for an evening with friends.
- L'Alsace à Quai
A mix between breton and alsatian cuisine.
- Le jardin gourmand
A bit more refined but not overly pricey. The menu changes often since there's an emphasis on fresh, seasonal produce. It's not somewhere I would eat every week but I always recommend it to people passing by.
Maybe he meant to put la barbeque
Soapbox Killer
Grand Nagus
Been here most of my life and never been to any of these places.
I was going to suggest the most basic yet solid:
Reading Terminal
Federal Donuts
Denies's Food Truck
Kinda boring kinda Dope
Astral Dog
Member
Taquitos Burritos y Tortillas
Man. That is tough. There are some super high end fancy places (Uchi/Uchiko springs to mind) that people would definitely recommend ahead of some of these options, but for me personally, these 3 are musts.. Franklin is a big time investment, so you could sub La Barbecue for a shorter wait.
Austin, TX
Torchy's Tacos - A Texas institution at this point. The queso is unparalleled and the variety of tacos is fantastic.
Franklin Barbecue - You simply cannot find better BBQ anywhere.
Via 313 Pizza - This is actually Detroit style pizza so it isn't unique to Austin or anything, but man, I love their pizza.
I guess I need to check out Via. I have only been to Franklin's once (couldnt wait any other time) and it is incredible.
Thank god that Torchy's started opening up in DFW. I have one pretty close now.
Raging Spaniard
If they are Dutch, upright and breathing they are more racist than your favorite player
That stuff in Austin does look pretty amazing. I really want to do a bbq tour of the south at some point (and go to Tennessee for some hot chicken!)
bggrthnjsus
Member
for quintessential new york shit:
russ and daughters
grimaldi's
peter luger's
possibly katz
(the food might not even be the best but classic ny spots)
not sure if i could narrow down a list of my actual favorite foods here to 3 tho :/
russ and daughters
grimaldi's
peter luger's
possibly katz
(the food might not even be the best but classic ny spots)
not sure if i could narrow down a list of my actual favorite foods here to 3 tho :/
peteykirch
Member
I don't know if I could do this for the small town I live in, but if we are considering Central NJ I suggest the following;
Rocky Hill Inn Tavern - Princeton NJ - A top notch Gastropub with great food and reasonable prices.
Pictured is their spin on Chicken and Waffles with cheddar bacon scallion waffles, fried chicken, and a dijon maple syrup sauce. Their Pub Burger, bison patty, cheddar cheese, beer battered onion rings, and chipotle mayo served with their twice fried duck fat fries.
Destination Dogs - New Brunswick NJ - An unique spin on hot dogs from various locales around the world
Pictured are the Chivas Royale - Deep fried hot dog w/ cheese sauce, strip bacon, salsa verde, sour cream, scallions. Also is half of the Le Poutine - Duck sausage topped w/ fried potatoes, brown gravy, cheese.
Harolds Famous NY Deli - Harolds is famous for excess and their ginormous portions.
Yes that's their two meat deli sammich served between potato pancakes
Rocky Hill Inn Tavern - Princeton NJ - A top notch Gastropub with great food and reasonable prices.
Pictured is their spin on Chicken and Waffles with cheddar bacon scallion waffles, fried chicken, and a dijon maple syrup sauce. Their Pub Burger, bison patty, cheddar cheese, beer battered onion rings, and chipotle mayo served with their twice fried duck fat fries.
Destination Dogs - New Brunswick NJ - An unique spin on hot dogs from various locales around the world
Pictured are the Chivas Royale - Deep fried hot dog w/ cheese sauce, strip bacon, salsa verde, sour cream, scallions. Also is half of the Le Poutine - Duck sausage topped w/ fried potatoes, brown gravy, cheese.
Harolds Famous NY Deli - Harolds is famous for excess and their ginormous portions.
Yes that's their two meat deli sammich served between potato pancakes
Hickbilly Deluxe
Banned
Middle of nowhere in a flyover state.
I ain't telling you shit, to many people would ruin it for the rest of us.
I ain't telling you shit, to many people would ruin it for the rest of us.
2. Mamouns Falafel
Thank you.
Raging Spaniard
If they are Dutch, upright and breathing they are more racist than your favorite player
I lived in NY for 2 years and I only heard of katz, haha.
My NY picks would be:
-Calexico
-Bon Chon on St. Marks (better food selection)
-Despaña
Memorable mentions:
-Chavelas
-Shake Shack
-Joe's Pizza
TheOfficeMut
Unconfirmed Member
I don't know if I could do this for the small town I live in, but if we are considering Central NJ I suggest the following;
Rocky Hill Inn Tavern - Princeton NJ - A top notch Gastropub with great food and reasonable prices.
Pictured is their spin on Chicken and Waffles with cheddar bacon scallion waffles, fried chicken, and a dijon maple syrup sauce. Their Pub Burger, bison patty, cheddar cheese, beer battered onion rings, and chipotle mayo served with their twice fried duck fat fries.
Destination Dogs - New Brunswick NJ - An unique spin on hot dogs from various locales around the world
Pictured are the Chivas Royale - Deep fried hot dog w/ cheese sauce, strip bacon, salsa verde, sour cream, scallions. Also is half of the Le Poutine - Duck sausage topped w/ fried potatoes, brown gravy, cheese.
Harolds Famous NY Deli - Harolds is famous for excess and their ginormous portions.
Yes that's their two meat deli sammich served between potato pancakes
Famous for an ugly and disgusting looking sandwich. Gag.
I live in Fargo, ND. There isn't exactly a bevvy of great food here, but these are the three I will miss the most when I move away.
1. BurgerTime: A fast food burger drive up window. The sign on the side of the building is pretty clear: Burgers Fries Pop. Think of a fond memory of eating a Whopper when you were a child, then having a similar burger that completely blows it away. That's their burgers. Salty fries and huge sodas on the side. It's $6 for a combo now? For a long time their claim to fame was that their Bigger Burgers were $1. It's gotten more expensive, but it's still the best god damn fast food burger I've ever had and I love it to death.
2. Grand Junction: "East Coast Style Sandwiches." Griddled meat, cheese, and sauce on freshly baked rolls. They have hand cooked fries that are to die for. The Cordon Bleu is their best sandwich: fresh chicken breast & cold cut ham grilled on a flat top, then covered with honey mustard & mayo until the meat is covered in the sauce. This place rules.
3. Acapulco: My favorite Mexican restaurant in town. Most out of towners end up at Paradiso or Mexican Village which are fine, I guess. Acapulco has much better food that's much cheaper, and while it's pretty close to a standard Tex-Mex menu, the food is far more authentic. They have amazing house salsa & chips, and the service is FAST.
1. BurgerTime: A fast food burger drive up window. The sign on the side of the building is pretty clear: Burgers Fries Pop. Think of a fond memory of eating a Whopper when you were a child, then having a similar burger that completely blows it away. That's their burgers. Salty fries and huge sodas on the side. It's $6 for a combo now? For a long time their claim to fame was that their Bigger Burgers were $1. It's gotten more expensive, but it's still the best god damn fast food burger I've ever had and I love it to death.
2. Grand Junction: "East Coast Style Sandwiches." Griddled meat, cheese, and sauce on freshly baked rolls. They have hand cooked fries that are to die for. The Cordon Bleu is their best sandwich: fresh chicken breast & cold cut ham grilled on a flat top, then covered with honey mustard & mayo until the meat is covered in the sauce. This place rules.
3. Acapulco: My favorite Mexican restaurant in town. Most out of towners end up at Paradiso or Mexican Village which are fine, I guess. Acapulco has much better food that's much cheaper, and while it's pretty close to a standard Tex-Mex menu, the food is far more authentic. They have amazing house salsa & chips, and the service is FAST.
peteykirch
Member
That's why you have to take advantage of their delicious pickle bar.
Plus their desserts are amazing.
Their eclairs are the size of a footlong hoagie.
Will have to check out that top place, I live pretty close to it.
Some of my favorites
1. Boston Burger Company - Known for over the top burgers
2. Union Sq Donuts - Gotta try their Maple Bacon
3. Punjabi Dhaba - Best indian I've had at absurdly low prices
4. Als Cafe - awesome, big, cheap sandwhiches
Raging Spaniard
If they are Dutch, upright and breathing they are more racist than your favorite player
If by any chance somebody has more Dallas recs (headed to Acon), Id really appreciate it, leaving there on Wednesday 
Elitist1945
Member
Ottawa, Canada
The Works: The best burgers you'll ever have
Smoke's Poutinerie: Its poutine, I don't need to say much here
Lonestar: Steaks, fajitas, chips & salsa
My tastes are very American-like evidently lol.
The Works: The best burgers you'll ever have
Smoke's Poutinerie: Its poutine, I don't need to say much here
Lonestar: Steaks, fajitas, chips & salsa
My tastes are very American-like evidently lol.
lastplayed
Member
Christchurch, New Zealand
Dimitris Greek Food - simply the best lamb souvlakis I've ever eaten. Ask them to add hot sauce = perfection.
New York Deli - amazing hot meat sandwiches, my favourite being roast pork with crackling, onion jam and apple sauce, although I think this is a photo of their Obama BLT
The Brewery at the Tannery - great pub with all the craft beer you could want, plus this chicken avocado pizza...
Dimitris Greek Food - simply the best lamb souvlakis I've ever eaten. Ask them to add hot sauce = perfection.
New York Deli - amazing hot meat sandwiches, my favourite being roast pork with crackling, onion jam and apple sauce, although I think this is a photo of their Obama BLT
The Brewery at the Tannery - great pub with all the craft beer you could want, plus this chicken avocado pizza...
mhayes86
Member
Northern Virginia. Probably the only thing that I really like about the area is that it's a cultural melting pot.
-Old town Manassas has a great Greek place called Katerina's.
-Also in Manassas is a good Mexican restaurant called Don Lencho.
-Fairfax has Dogfish Head Alehouse which has some excellent food and awesome beers that rotate seasonally.
-I've been to a few Honey Pig restaurants between MD and VA, but they have been excellent Korean BBQ places.
-If you like Brazilian steakhouses like Fogo de Chao (there's one in Baltimore and DC), there's a similar place in Fairfax called Texas de Brazil that is great.
I also want to mention my favorite seafood restaurant. It's a place called Papadeaux, and there's only a few around the country. I've been to one in Phoenix, AZ, and one just outside of Atlanta, GA, and both were phenomenal.
-Old town Manassas has a great Greek place called Katerina's.
-Also in Manassas is a good Mexican restaurant called Don Lencho.
-Fairfax has Dogfish Head Alehouse which has some excellent food and awesome beers that rotate seasonally.
-I've been to a few Honey Pig restaurants between MD and VA, but they have been excellent Korean BBQ places.
-If you like Brazilian steakhouses like Fogo de Chao (there's one in Baltimore and DC), there's a similar place in Fairfax called Texas de Brazil that is great.
I also want to mention my favorite seafood restaurant. It's a place called Papadeaux, and there's only a few around the country. I've been to one in Phoenix, AZ, and one just outside of Atlanta, GA, and both were phenomenal.
It's commonly believed to be best in the country. Ain't just him.
itwasTuesday
He wasn't alone.
Alexandria VA
Cheese steak all day. Sometimes chicken parm. The staff is great.
Chimichangas & Queso dip. Quesdo dip is a standing order when I sit down. You will not leave hungry.
Get your schnitzel on.
Like Cosmo, but Indian food.
One stop chili mac spot, and maybe some tots. They also have homemade root beer. 4 kinds of chili: Texas Chili, Cincinnati Chili, Terlingua Red, Vegetarian Chili. They might not be the cleanest though. Full bar and many pool tables+tvs at the Springfield location, Old Town location is tiny tiny tiny, 2 story though.
Get anything, they have specials each day of the week, I think Thursday is half off 7oz steak day. They don't give you bread at the table, they give you pastries drizzled with honey glaze, pretty much Krispy Kreme Donuts. They are a microbrewery and you can order a mat with a 2 oz glass of each kind to try them all. I get the half sandwich + soup combo for lunch a lot. Clam chowder or potato soup + half turkey club.
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[B]Juliano's Pizzeria[/B] - Specialty pies, subs & salads plus bottled beers doled out in a compact, counter-serve nook.
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[B]El Paso[/B] - Upbeat restaurant & cantina offering familiar Mexican fare & margaritas amid colorful decor.
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[B]Cosmopolitan Grill[/B] - Family-run eatery with a comfortable vibe furnishes goulash, schnitzel & other hearty Balkan dishes.
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[B]Dishes of India[/B] - Lower-level, strip-mall eatery serving creative Indian fare, plus wine & beer, in a pink-hued space.
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[B]Hard Times Cafe[/B] - Local chain dishing up chili dishes, wings & burgers in a simple setting with flat-screen TVs.
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[B]Hops Grill & Brewery[/B] - Laid-back microbrewery serving meat & seafood dishes plus a number of handcrafted beers.
[img]http://i.imgur.com/TGL24xy.png[/img]BigJonsson
Member
Toronto
Canoe
Barque
Stockyards
Canoe
Barque
Stockyards
ReadingRambo
Member
Either Atlanta or Chattanooga?
Providence, Rhode Island
Lived there for the past four years for college. This'll pertain mostly to the downtown and College Hill areas of town, but trust me there's so much more in that city, and you wouldn't really expect it given its small size.
Ken's Ramen - good ramen complemented by a funky hip hop vibe
Louis Family Restaurant - really quaint and quirky, old-fashioned place, great for breakfast
Red Stripe - excellent American/French food, get the mussels
Lived there for the past four years for college. This'll pertain mostly to the downtown and College Hill areas of town, but trust me there's so much more in that city, and you wouldn't really expect it given its small size.
Ken's Ramen - good ramen complemented by a funky hip hop vibe
Louis Family Restaurant - really quaint and quirky, old-fashioned place, great for breakfast
Red Stripe - excellent American/French food, get the mussels
Frankenstrat
Member
Seattle, WA
Thai Tom
Best Thai Food I've had in Seattle, great atmosphere to boot.
Le Pichet
Nice French food spot, bonus for being directly downtown and right next to Pike Place and Westlake.
Edit: I do have a third place to eat! Preferably at 3am still buzzed.
Beth's Cafe
Big ass breakfast food served 24 hours a day. Check out the weird ass crayon wall art or contribute your own! Love their hash browns and omelettes. On a similar note,
Still with drinking:
The Crocodile
Solid bar with nice live music just down the hall and the occasional karaoke night.
The Monkey Pub
Best shitty bar ever. Hell, best bar ever. It's like my personal Cheers at times, with regulars who usually show up to sing a bit on one of the three karaoke nights and free pool most days. Cheap, stiff drinks. Really only if you're into dive bars.
Thai Tom
Best Thai Food I've had in Seattle, great atmosphere to boot.
Le Pichet
Nice French food spot, bonus for being directly downtown and right next to Pike Place and Westlake.
Edit: I do have a third place to eat! Preferably at 3am still buzzed.
Beth's Cafe
Big ass breakfast food served 24 hours a day. Check out the weird ass crayon wall art or contribute your own! Love their hash browns and omelettes. On a similar note,
Still with drinking:
The Crocodile
Solid bar with nice live music just down the hall and the occasional karaoke night.
The Monkey Pub
Best shitty bar ever. Hell, best bar ever. It's like my personal Cheers at times, with regulars who usually show up to sing a bit on one of the three karaoke nights and free pool most days. Cheap, stiff drinks. Really only if you're into dive bars.
NYC :
Wah Fung , Manhattan
I'm pretty sure this is the highest ratio of goodness/value per dollar in the country
Someone already did Memphis so I'll try to pick some different stuff.
1. Crazy Noodle
Midtown place that does pretty awesome Korean food. I've become really fond of the "ramen" they have there. The kicker is that they use Shin Ramyun for their noodles and construct the broth from scratch. I recently won a food bet, and I chose this place in a heart beat for their curry ramen.
2. Bosses Wings
I grew up eating this stuff. The guy who owns the place graduated from the same school I did and built this place from scratch. I recommend the wings, but the dipped tenders and catfish kick ass as well.
3. Avenue Coffee
A small coffee shop on one of the side streets leading away from the University of Memphis. A wonderful place to sit down and get some work done. Their drinks are also top tier and make it even harder to leave. I usually go for whatever their seasonal drink is (they had an Irish Coffee with almond milk most recently), but you can't go wrong with their usual lattes either. If you're ever around when they make fresh apple crisp bread, you're in for a treat.
1. Crazy Noodle
Midtown place that does pretty awesome Korean food. I've become really fond of the "ramen" they have there. The kicker is that they use Shin Ramyun for their noodles and construct the broth from scratch. I recently won a food bet, and I chose this place in a heart beat for their curry ramen.
2. Bosses Wings
I grew up eating this stuff. The guy who owns the place graduated from the same school I did and built this place from scratch. I recommend the wings, but the dipped tenders and catfish kick ass as well.
3. Avenue Coffee
A small coffee shop on one of the side streets leading away from the University of Memphis. A wonderful place to sit down and get some work done. Their drinks are also top tier and make it even harder to leave. I usually go for whatever their seasonal drink is (they had an Irish Coffee with almond milk most recently), but you can't go wrong with their usual lattes either. If you're ever around when they make fresh apple crisp bread, you're in for a treat.
Dr.Guru of Peru
played the long game
These are three chains you can find everywhere. Is this a joke post?
Mysterious
Banned
How is Taqueria Cancun not in the OP???
Wow, I guess I'll check these out when I'm in Seattle
Canoe is pretty good with a great view to boot.
Wow, I guess I'll check these out when I'm in Seattle