NYC - To Eat 28Sep23 (S&P Lunch, Delmonico's, Bluestone Lane Upper East Side Cafe,Kuu Ramen)

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S&P Lunch
(Opens 8am)
Previously known as Eisenberg's Sandwich Shop
Established in 1928 by Austrian Jewsih Immigrants.

*You can still see the previous sign above S&P*

Though not reaching international acclaim as Katz's this establishment has been under change of management of up to seven times, but as they claim no lacking in the quality of their dishes. From the reviews they were best known for their Tuna Toasties and Pastrami.

*There's only counter service in the morning, but the place filled out fast
with doors opening at 8am*

Ordered On:
28Sep23

As most agreed the Flatiron with corned beef & Tuna Melt (they somehow incorporated a char flavor into the tuna which was really nice.) were the two crowd favorites.
Their pastrami was good too but the Reuben was a little on the salty side.

4 Dishes ordered feeding 5 at USD16/pax with tip.
Food 3.5/5
*Overall a 3.5 but the Tuna Melt and Flat iron were a solid 4/5*
Service 3/5
Ambience 3.5/5
Value 3.5/5

You pay for what you get in terms of the amount of meat cuts. Simple, enjoyable classic sandwiches. Click here for the more famous and highly acclaimed Katz's Delicatessen.

Another location for simple toasties in Perth is trendy Toast Face Grillah.

Click here for ABBA location of S&P Lunch

Delmonico's
(we tried our luck for an early walk in dinner at 6pm
as there were no more reservation slots)

Recommend by Johannes A

Delmonico's, located in New York City, is one of the oldest fine dining restaurants in the United States, dating back to 1837 when it was founded by Swiss immigrants, the Delmonico brothers.

Their claims to fame for pioneering culinary innovations in America such as:
- Introducing the A la carte Menu
- Introducing the Ribeye Cuts, the Manhatten, Eggs Benedict, baked Alaskan, lobster Newburg and more.
- Delmonico's has had a long history of serving U.S. presidents, including Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and Theodore Roosevelt, further adding to its prestige and reputation.

You might also be interested in these other dining established graced by Presidential patronage and gained popularity.
- President Barrack Obama, Summer House, Singapore.
- President Barrack Obama, Ban Cha Dac Kim, Hanoi Hanoi

- President Bill Clinton Mekong, Melbourne. Standards have dropped significantly over the years.

Ordered On:
28Sep23
Signature Delmonico Steak USD79

*With signature marination and prepared beautifully. Great marbling leaving your taste buds and lips coated with a luxurious layer of beef flavor and fat. Amazing.*
French Fries truffle USD11

*For a side, its disappointing. Both the fries and sauce were salty and some of the fries were on the soggy side.*

Alaskan USD24

*A great way to end the night. Best described as frozen Tokyo Banana up-scaled in totality with a lightly torched meringue exterior.*

Fed 2 at a total of USD140 with tip

Food 3.5/5
*We both felt that the cold bread rolls and salty non-crispy fries pulled the overall score down. The steak and dessert were however a strong 4/5*
Service 4/5
Ambience 3.5/5
*Mostly for its historical significance but the place is a little more noisy that one would like and a little strained to have a conversation.*
Value 3.5/5

For its historic significance in the world as well as supposed introduction of the popular rib-eye cut, its worth a try and to enjoy. The fresh churned butter was a delight but it would have scored much better with artisanal bread rolls and fries. The large crystalized salt flakes on request was really enjoyable with the meal.

A personal but non-pivotal point, was that if they'd served clear ice for the water would have really fancied up the experience. 

Fans of John Wick the movie might be interested to know that The Continental is located just around the corner.

Highly recommended if in the area for a fancy steak meal. Will try Keen's perhaps another time.

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Bluestone Lane
(Chain establishment) @ Upper East Side Cafe
(Closed Mon. Opens 7am)

A small place located right beside the Guggenheim museum and attached to a quaint church. Most known for their smashed avocado toast and probably coffee. 

Ordered On:
29Sep23

*Simple ingredients that's well executed. Will have to try their coffee next time.*

Fed 1. Smashed Avocado and a Hot Chocolate
USD22 with tip.
Food 4/5
Service 4/5
*Free wifi and staff weren't at all pushy to get you out especially during this record rainfall event in NYC*
Ambience 3.5/5
*Though pretty, its a little too small. What you see is what you get. Quaint.*
Value 3/5

Looking for a place with some nice arches, that's open early, has free WiFi and located beside central park as well, this is one place you could come check out.
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Kuu Ramen

According to the article, its the place to find the city's best ramen. . . If looking for comfort food in the area, Kuu would be it, if one doesn't mind a bit of a wait time. The place is really small and can't accommodate large groups.

Ordered On:
30Sep23

*Though well stuffed, the stuffing is very salty.
The vinegar dipping sauce could be stronger in flavor.*

 *The char siew is very well executed. The ramen is more like an instant noodles texture. The soup bases aren't very distinctive and the marinated egg is too salty as well. It could do better having a more runny texture.*

Fed 2 at USD52 total with tip

Food 3/5
Service 3/5
Ambience 3.5/5
Value 3/5
Fed 2 at 52USD

If its bad weather and one is not wanting to go far, willing to have to wait for a table spot and looking for comfort food, I guess this would be it in the area. So-so only. The chili ramen wasn't all that spicy either.
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