I live on the upper west side and I have to say, restaurants don't last very long. Even in the fairly short time I've been in my current apartment, Munificent and nebbishy, a portrait of Barney Greengrass, the original Sturgeon King, keeps watch as a brisk trade is done in Jewish appetizing: silken sheets of nova, sturgeon, chubs, whitefish, sable. 198?- present. The 90-seat restaurant, on 70th, buzzes with a 1980s New York energy extruded through 1920s Paris. Much to my surprise, Fine & Schapiro turns out not to be in Zagat. All of the food is served on bright-colored trays, so we like to think of this place as a cafeteria for people who have fun and enjoy enchiladas. The sense of time is both seductive and deceiving. There was also a Japanese place (I think it was the Dan, which then moved to its current location on the southeast corner of Broadway and 69th) on the northwest corner of Broadway and 69th, where the North Fork is now. Are you certain that Al Buon Gusto took the SQC space after closing on 72nd? I though at that time the space was Peretti's, though maybe I'm not pr Recently, while reading a novel published in the 80s I discovered a reference to it. I bet the number of pre-WWII places can be counted on one hand. 87th St.; 212-724-4707. 18. Lived on the west side since 1974 when things were a bit different, but every place you mentioned has a spot in my heart. 1. Their outsides are substantial but ultimately yielding. You have to read a book to find a boyfriend? There is no way he could have known the title which I had hidden. I think "Victors" was the first popular "Cuban Restaurant". this is going to be a great thread to read, albiet not one I can contribute tomy only reference was the rib place on 72nd? by the dakota, in This is a perfect place to pick up some takeout for your kids or to have a casual meal with a friend for around $20. City Council One Step Closer to Really, Finally Making Streeteries Permanent, A New Bakery With Legendary Baguettes and Overlooked Egg Tarts. 's Sacred Cow. During happy hour, he does brisk business in gaufrettes and gougres at the bar, incidentally the longest zinc bar in Manhattan, And the menu is AP Bistro. Thanks. Then go on with Spaghetti Alla Chitarra with White Truffles, homemade pasta in a parmesan cream sauce with white truffles. Whenever you feel like dining out, enjoying some really good wine with live music at weekends, Bar Boulud is the place! This was long before the area got gentrified and it was the best. I once won and got a bottle of champagne. They only serve Omakase with the Classic option (13 courses) and the Premium option (17 courses). Will you remember the classic French bistro dishes at Cafe Luxembourg forever? With a blizzard of cayenne and paprika, and a twice-fried, flaky exterior, the sandwich is like a combination of Nashville version flavor and Korean fried chicken texture. I recall seeing Leonard Bernstein and Tiny Tim walking around on 72, the actor Martin Balsam at a nearby table in some Italian joint whose name escapes me. For a mild yet flavorful one, dont hesitate to go for the Chicken Ramen. 14. At the same time, even in 1981, Tong was channeling the ancient flavors of Yangzhou, Sichuan, and Shanghai, and those delicate balances found in the push-pull of hot-and-sour soup, for instance, or the mellow sweetness of red-cooked short ribs, Hangzhoustyle. People simply cant believe they finally have a better option than the so-so stuff theyve been surviving on locally for so long, especially for dinner. Why San Franciscos Top Restaurant Critic Is Resigning After Just Four Years, I had one year of normal restaurant-critic stuff, then everything went to shit., A Tasting Menu That Ends With Plenty of Leftovers. There can be little doubt that the restaurant with its bow-tied and vested waitstaff, glowing dragons, and elaborately folded napkins speaks to another era, when knowledge of Chinese regional cuisine was limited by the fact that most Americans werent aware China had regions. This year Ive been working in DC and cant wait to go back!!! Entries (RSS) and Comments (RSS). No-one's mentioned Gitlitz yet in this thread, the good Jewish delicatessen that was for many years on 77 St. and Broadway. Opening Night at Jacs, the New Spot in the Old Smile Space. As is the food. Ephemeral New York's new book made it on their 2016 holiday gift idea list. Shake Shack (366 Columbus, 77th) great burgers, fries and shakes with a huge NYC following.. Alices Tea Cup (102 W 73rd, Columbus) Bakery What pizza place is Lou Reed posingbeside? And rightfully so: That slice crust hard; inside tender, airy and open is like a Clint Eastwood character. Thanks for the lovely article. The Milling Room446 Columbus Ave., nr. Or thin slices of fatty beef? The Amsterdam Avenue location of this Washington Heights Dominican spot serves dishes like emparedados, mofongo de chicharron, and our personal favorite, rotisserie chicken. You can choose to add Labneh cheese to your dish to make the flavor even more phenomenal! The Ribbon is smart, too. Favorite hangouts were Cafe La Fortuna lined with pictures of opera singers and opera music playing non-stop as you could enjoy a small European slice of cake, Cafe Mozart, on West 70th Street. 103 W. 77th St., nr. )and vague memories of the China Club LOL. 108 Food Dried Hot Pot2794 Broadway, nr. Barry, came by and asked me straight out: how to find the perfect mate? Must-try includes Shakshuka, Croissant Sandwich, Herbed Eggs, and Burekas. I cant decide if Im getting older or the city is losing its character and charm. It was on something like 74 St. and Columbus, and I remember my brother taking me out for dinner there when our folks were out separately. Geodes form in small spaces. You know it is worth your money when you taste that garlicky, flavorsome, and rich broth, served with homemade noodles, caramelized soy chicken, and a ramen egg! Like a Montrachet or a Sagrantino, a truly great Upper West Side restaurant must have deep roots in its terroir. Click click bloody click pancakes! Since Bnh first opened its door in 2020, its become one of the best restaurants to have graced the neighborhood. On Broadway I can think of none. Known as a family How does German Doner Kebab measure up against the citys best? 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Thank you SO much for the wonderful, wonderful memories! It was personal and made me melancholic. As someone who moved to the Upper East Side of Manhattan in late 76 at 19 years old, and then to the Murray Hill area where I stayed, moving 3 times as I came up in the world, I can so relate to this article! Fancy. If youre lucky enough, you can get a smoked goldeneye snapper collar too! Balletomanes and boldface names (and Bob and Barbara and everyone else you know) meet at Lynn Wagenknechts excellent bistro. What to order: Hot Chicken Sandwich, Heavenly Crispy Chicken Bites, Chicken Ramen, Address: 618 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024. Carmines (2450 Bway, 90th/91st) huge portions, family style Italian. And David Brenners pool hall on Amsterdam with a lounge and fireplace!! It looks like a total throwback and my recollections go to the late 80s. Thank you for the memories! I don't know how old Pier 72 is, the coffee shop on West End and 72nd. Wow- Captain Nemo, that brings back memories. Chick Chicks play on Korean-Nashville Hot Chicken is crunchier than it is fiery, and we could write an entire review of this twice-fried, chili-dusted poultry production with pickles and creamy white sauce. I never took one day for granted. Typically, these mix of traits make for an extra awesome Restaurant Team Member - Crew (1122 - Upper West Side). , Hey neighbor, you sound like a beautiful person. One day I was reading a book with the title How to find the perfect mate. I had folded the cover over so no one could see this embarrassing title. The smell of the chickens roasting that wafts out of the shop is just heavenly. The Vegan Chocolatier Who Wants to Turn Edible Butt Plugs Into a Business. Now thinking about Cafe Lalos early days, when Ollies was on 84th st., Yuki on 91st, when Saigon Grill was the first restaurant that I knew of that kept your phone number for faster ordering. All of that changed after John Lennon was killed but at the time it was great knowing that ppl who could live anywhere they pleased chose my neighborhood , Leda: haha, I found the perfect mate a couple of times but didnt know it till I found myself , Loved your beautifully written memories. Edited to add: I am not sure, but I think he may have been a regular there as far back as the 50s as well. In 2000 I used to venture uptown to 110th St. and Broadway. Weighed in a bowl, these ingredients are then whisked into a kitchen in the back and emerge, mere minutes later, as a delicious dried hot pot. Thank you in particular for mentioning my FAVORITE cashier at Fairway, Winsome.SUCH a lovey person, and her name suits her. Leonti103 W. 77th St., nr. Nothing truly comparable today. first adult apartment was in 1977 w/2 roomates in a one bedroom walk up(now a million dollar brownstone) on W 75th between Amsterdam and Columbus. Thanks for sharing! On the weekends, if you dont get here by 11:30 am, prepare to wait outside for a while! They had a bar fly jump. You would run in a Velcro suit, jump off a trampoline and flip, getting stuck on the wall upside down. How many generations of Columbus Avenue we have seen! Sink your teeth into our pasta, seafood, or meat entrees with our Thanks for sharing this made me nostalgic, omg totally forgot about the Cherrys pass through and of course Grossingers! Choose a number from 1100 (20 is mild; 40 is spicy; 60 is hot; 100 is insane). I moved here in 1994 and have been here ever since, and have also compiled a long list of amazing stories, but I wish I wouldve run into you back in the day. Whatever.). I studied dance on a scholarship at the famed Steps Dance Studio on Broadway and 74th, 8 hours a day and acting at night. I hear that Ernies and their big bowls has finally bid adeiu. Even in the fairly short time I've been in my current apartment, several spots have turned over multiple times. And let us not forget Tip Toe Inn, beloved by my grandfather and his wife when they moved to the UWS in the 1970s. Up on 100 St. was the Harbin Inn. Especially the Prime Rib Of Pork, which is one of the softest, butteriest, tender pieces youll ever sink your teeth into. UPPER WEST SIDE, NY An Upper West Side restaurant was just named among the best Mexican eateries in New York City. I'll have to check with my wife to try and remember the slogan. Did it have something to do with meatballs? Yes, the ABC space did become Peretti's Stop by for a half-bird with skin that tastes like its coated in brown sugar, and add a side of boiled green bananas. It almost didn't occur to me to look at the Zagat entry for Fine & Schapiro to see if the date is noted there. 108th St.; 212-932-2052. Fish. Wilsons regular (Hey Debbie & Glen! 3 years later we moved on up to West 53rd off 8th which was also like the wild west and we spent most nights at, conveniently, Studio 54such good times and not much money needed. The restaurant has been in operation since 1792, and is known for its contemporary American cuisine. From tasting-menu places to incredible takeout spots, here's where you should be eating in Greenpoint. Bchamel replaces red sauce in a Roman artichoke lasagna, basically an artichoke in a pasta costume. Since he used 3 brands he was able to put stores every few blocks. Thank you, Marianne. Loved this, thx so much!! We had to wear pants under our pants, and it was worth it. Team Player; Personable; I did, and they remembered him (and treated me better because of it). According to William Grimes in the New York Times, Cafe des Artistes has been in business since 1917. Oxbow Tavern240 Columbus Ave., nr. And I saw it all; thank you dear, for letting us in on such a precious, shimmering & deeply felt treat, one that swirled & spun until my eyes fairly brimmed with tears of joy and sadness. Great reminder of the wonderful things that bring us together. Valenti is back with a bistro he calls the Oxbow Tavern. At the time, raw fish was a relatively new concept and I was a bit squeamish about it but was won over once I tried it. What a rich place were privileged to know. Easy to miss until you walk through the narrow hallway and the world opens up to you, the Milling Room is a giant, overlooked jewel of the Upper West. Dont forget to rub that apricot and chile jam all over and enjoy it! Cue the renaissance tune. We moved five years ago but still read the WSR and again thank you for the beautiful memories! Settle down with Bone-in BBQ Beef Rib with a smoky, sweet, savory, and full of flavors, then served with jalapeno cheese grits, biscuit, hot sour pickle chips, and pickled jalapenos. Sushi Nonaka offers a couple of omakase options starting at $105 (as well as la carte sushi), with a selection of fish that changes depending on what they get shipped that day. WebSpecialties: Step into Carmine's Italian Restaurant in NYC's Upper West Side, and you'll see why every day feels like Sunday afternoon at Grandma's. When I started law school at Fordham, which is down the street, he wrote me a letter of introduction to take to the owners. This extremely rich, fatty pork broth, fresh noodles, soft-yolk eggs, and tender pork belly that melts in the mouth can make you fall in love in just a bite! And for a long time there was Diane's, on the east side of Columbus, also good for burgers. The square pepperoni one is worth a trip across the city, and the classic margherita with fresh basil is just about as noteworthy as the one at Di Fara. But don't let it get around that I don't. Once in a while I remembered to eat and since money was tight, Id get a bran muffin or bagel at Fairway below which would last me all day. These advertising-free forums are provided free of charge through donations from Society members. They were not alone; I think the average age of the customers was about 75. late 1980s? She is still there today by the way, her name is Winsome. The usurper to Heinzs throne is no more. "Some people see a sheet of seaweed and want to be wrapped in it. could that be? The best burgers,best eggs Benedict and best fried zucchini on the planet. Loved reading itespecially during a time when the Upper West is not getting such great play. Boy do I miss a lot of those places. Being extremely famous for its stunning brunch dishes, Miriam has long been the locals hidden gem and will keep people lining up for a seat on weekends! Im about a decade behind the author, but remember fondly much of what she writes aboutand wish I had gotten to experience the rest! The Gilded Age in NewYork. I think La Rosita, further north on Broadway between 107th and 108th Sts., has been there equally long. The oldest restaurant guide I have (NY Convention and Visitors Bureau, 1986) lists: Of course, these are only places that paid $$ to NYC&VB. But Im not sure how many patrons know about the almost ridiculous pedigree of chef Phillip Kirschen-Clark (Ducasse, Dufresne, Liebrandt). He did this along Broadway from the lower Broadway all the way up to the North End of Manhattan. Murrays Sturgeon2429 Broadway, nr. I hope many more wonderful times are ahead for you & the UWS. What about all the Chinese restaurants on the UWS, especially in the 90s? A typical meal might include banana pakoras, mung daal, alu gobi, fresh pappadam, and broken wheat kheer. Tuesday's - you could get a rack of ribs, big salad with lots of fresh Kebab Aur Sharab ($) Indian, Kabobs Menu Available. Thanks for your smiles and happy recollections. If you have 99 problems and you live on the Upper West Side, its safe to say that a neighborhood Thai spot is not one of those problems. The wait staff then would take a Polaroid picture. I moved into my first UWS apartment in 1988 at the Milburn Hotel, 242 W. 76th Street, 11th floor. And the bakery next door where they gave out free cookies to the neighborhood kids I forget the name. Al Buon Gusto also had a great pizza, though I couldn't tell you what their slogan was I also seem to recall them being on 68th between Broadway Feels like heaven all the time! When Tom Valenti closed Ouest in 2016, hair shirts were donned and laments rose to the heavens. Best brunch spot for a big group? The dough itself tastes malty and sweet, like it had a daydream years ago about being a dessert. I hope she gets to see what all of her fans have to say Here, the very best restaurants on the Upper West Side. Much hay has rightly been made of the square pepperoni slice at Mamas Too!, the offshoot of Mamas, a mainstay of slice culture a few blocks south. After 42 years on the UWS, I will never leave, come what may. Ephemeral New York in the Sunday NEW YORKPOST. Swiss chalet? Results 1 - 1 of 1 restaurants. Steven A. Shaw aka "Fat Guy" Well written , , , Wilsons and China Club, two of my favorite spots of ALL time in the UWS. Start your day off on the right foot with Nova Scotia Salmon Scrambled Eggs. Oh, and Allan and Suzi that vintage store on 80th and Amsterdam where I purchased a crazy designer skirt with mirrors and horse hair. 15. Theres a bar area upstairs and a large dining room in the basement, and the whole space leans into the coastal-Greek theme. The first movie I got to see was Gene Kelly in On The Town at age 5 and I knew: I had to go to this magical place called New York where you can sing and dance. If you think of the best place in the Upper West Side to serve the best dumplings, think of Jing Fong. Once entered, the large bar with stunning decor, drinks, and menu items are impressive enough to make you a repeat customer! The Arepa Lady. 13. Now on its third owner, a guy named Ira, Murrays continues to shine, smaller but no less brilliant. They used to be all over the 5 Boroughs and the Suburb's, generally seemed busy to a visitor it's hard to understand why there are now so few left. Dominic Pellegrino makes the best soppressata you cant buy. The menu at this counter-service spot is huge, with everything from ph and spring rolls to lobster curry and steak over ricebut dont leave without a massive bnh m. 12 Best Upper West Side NYC Restaurants To Eat At (+ What To Order). Yo quiero pancakes! I was married for over 40 yrs and only learned about myself when my son died. Caviar canaps, corn dogs, and the worlds biggest spring rolls, to start. If youre going to brunch at Jacobs Pickles, bring a handful of Tums and a big group of friendsthen order a bunch of heavy Southern comfort food with reckless abandon. A very close look reveals a phone number under Free Delivery. And that number turns out to still belong to . A tortellini pie veal meatballs, bolognese, mortadella-stuffed tortellini is equal parts Medieval Times and GBBO. We ate at The Cherry Restaurant which was really a diner- when we had money. WebSpecialties: Step into Carmine's Italian Restaurant in NYC's Upper West Side, and you'll see why every day feels like Sunday afternoon at Grandma's. Hope you write more, best maggi. I live on the upper west side and I have to say, restaurants don't last very long. My grandfather was a regular there when he worked as a newspaper reporter at several (most now defunct) New York papers throughout the 60s and 70s. My roommates were a black Cuban Shakespearean actor named Ascanio Sharpe and the now-famous actor Jeffrey Wright who taught me slang and would crack up at my European accent. Most such places would have likely been wiped out during the UWS's Dark Ages of urban decline, but surely a few other than Fine & Schapiro stayed in the game through those times. The spread is astonishing. 5. How wonderful, thank you so much for writing this. Hi-Life Bar & Grill is one of the Upper West sides most popular and longstanding neighborhood restaurants (est. New York has been, and IS, everything to me. The joy is in the physics of heat and meat. Serving signature Vietnamese dishes with a twist in a homey, friendly ambiance, Bnh Vietnamese Shop House is going to surprise you with its stunning dishes! 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