A food cart in Jackson Heights, beneath the No. What to order: Shakshuka, Croissant Sandwich, Burekas, Herbed Eggs, Address: 300 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023. A tourist favorite. Big Nicks Burger and Pizza Joint at Broadway and 77th Street. What to order: Buffalo Cauliflower, Prime Rib Of Pork, The Ox Burger, Smoked Salmon & Egg Benedict, Address: 20 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023. This Upper West Side newcomer has quickly ushered itself as one of the neighborhood's most important restauants. Caf la Fortuna was one of my favorites. Its been close to 40 years since Michael Tong opened this Lincoln Center offshoot of his upscale East Side Chinese restaurant, Shun Lee Palace (and thats long enough for us to make an exception to this lists no-spinoffs policy). After 42 years on the UWS, I will never leave, come what may. 16. At the Ayurveda Cafe, owned by legit Indian movie star Tirlok Malik, fully vegetarian set meals called thali, in which each element is calibrated to interact according to Ayurvedic principles, are served to local vegetarians, Buddhists, Jubus, hippies, and the hungry. Over the years Ive made two feature films on the UWS inspired by the stories of people I met here. Keep satisfying your palate with the Tuna Tartare, a classic yet flavorful dish made with fresh tuna filet, delicious Asian sauce, and layered with chunks of avocado that will tantalize your taste buds. And four months later, another big one: Peter Meehan of the New York Times stopped by , for the outlets $25 And Under vertical . The best thing are the people, my neighbors, from all walks of life, a tolerant colorful mix of ethnicities, orientations, families, artists, intellectuals, business people, kooks and homeless. This classic Upper West Side restaurant is more about dining in a dimly-lit, red-leather-booth institution than it is about any single plate of food. Always had a good meal there. Tags:Big Nick's Burger and Pizza Joint, East Village Eye, East Village in the 1980s, Lou Reed, New York City 1984, old pizza parlors New York City, Upper West Side in the 1980s, Velvet Underground Posted in Bars and restaurants, East Village, Music, art, theater, Random signage, Upper West Side/Morningside Hts | 2 Comments . . Opening Night at Jacs, the New Spot in the Old Smile Space. Columbus Ave.; 212-595-8895. Born in Germany with a mother of Jewish background, I always felt I had been born into the wrong country. In a pizza-mad city, these pies rival anything eaten in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. The Village Voice gave Ephemeral New York's new book a nice thumbs up. 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 Not exactly pre-WWII, but close. Not knowing anyone with only $500 in my pocket I came to New York to pursue acting and dancing just like Gene Kelly had done. Between an appetizer and an entree, you can easily walk away having spent $30 on an exciting dinner here. You beautifully described why this frequent visitor loves visiting NYC. Craving some really good oysters, roast chicken, bacon cheddar burgers, and big plates of Caesar salad? I don't know how old Pier 72 is, the coffee shop on West End and 72nd. 's Sacred Cow. Visiting Vancouver restaurant recommendations, Ginger Man 51 W 64 "Oldest restaurant in Lincoln Center area. And for a long time there was Diane's, on the east side of Columbus, also good for burgers. Here, the very best restaurants on the Upper West Side. I hear that Ernies and their big bowls has finally bid adeiu. More democratic but no less a wonder is the 74th Street Cafe & Steakhouse, an anomalous oasis of calm and extremely satisfying chicken-salad sandwiches on the second floor of Fairway. This was long before the area got gentrified and it was the best. Hope you write more, best maggi. Map. According to their website, Westside Restaurant, Broadway and 69th, has been around since 1965. 108 Food Dried Hot Pot2794 Broadway, nr. Mamas Too!2750 Broadway, nr. Great spot for an espresso and biscotti. 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. 87th St.; 212-724-4707. New York City in 3D in the Gilded Age was referenced in a terrific Feb. 27 Travel section article about the city's Gilded Age past. My "Uncle Levy", opened up "Hebrew National", "Zion" and "Morgan David", Deli's on every few blocks that he set up, operated and sold after they became established. Been here since 1974 from Philadelphia and will always love this city. For a mild yet flavorful one, dont hesitate to go for the Chicken Ramen. That was a wonderful trip down memory lane. Totally miss Cafe La Fortuna with my Juilliard friends, what an oasis, whether inside with the recordings, or outside with lovely greeneryI still remember how exciting and delicious it was, and also the splurge on my first ever tiramisu . Barry, came by and asked me straight out: how to find the perfect mate? (sorry) I LOVED that chain; they were all over, until when? Dagon is one of the few places on the Upper West Side that serves equally delicious brunch, dinner, and late-night drinks. Team Player; Personable; 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. Made me ache for some things I missed because I was otherwise occupied. Loved every word of this. This New York restaurant is run by grandmothers. ", Martin's Restaurant & Pub, Bway betw. Valenti gussies up a normcore frise salad with plump moules. How about Dobsons, a great meeting place with a great, cheap brunch, Ernies on Broadway had a popular bar scene, Ruelles, the creative looking Ruskays on Columbus Ave. about 75th St. and of course Teachers and Teachers Too on Broadway in the 70s where actors went for inexpensive food and you got to see all your actor/singer/dancer friends who were the wait staff when not in a show. Thank you in particular for mentioning my FAVORITE cashier at Fairway, Winsome.SUCH a lovey person, and her name suits her. As a teenager I made my dream come true. Carmines (2450 Bway, 90th/91st) huge portions, family style Italian. The Society is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of the culinary arts. I just have east side versions of the stories. Ephemeral New York's new book made it on their 2016 holiday gift idea list. And rightfully so: That slice crust hard; inside tender, airy and open is like a Clint Eastwood character. late 1980s? The Kebab Chain Poised to Shake Up New Yorks Doner Scene. What to order: Sasso Chicken Liver Mouse, Shish Barak, Crispy Roasted Lamb, Basbousa, Address: 2454 Broadway, New York, NY 10024. Im convinced to this day that this man had psychic abilities. 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! Will you remember the classic French bistro dishes at Cafe Luxembourg forever? Caf Nicholson. Grays Papaya2090 Broadway, nr. Think Big, Charavari (now Citibank on 81st), Ruperts, Lucys (with the blue whales in your drink), Fujiyama Mama (fried ice cream with sparklers for your bday) and MEMPHIS! Like at a Just Salad for the ballsy, diners approach the counter at this Sichuan-by-way-of-Flushing fast-casual joint to contemplate an array of options. Chronicling an ever-changing city through faded and forgotten artifacts, Kara Thornton, Publicist, Black Dog & Leventhal 212-364-0537 kara.thornton@hbgusa.com, Ephemeral New York's new book was described as "beguiling, lavishly illustrated" by Sam Roberts in his Bookshelf column December 2, 2016, Thanks to EW for the kudos in their December 9 issue. Japanese place where Blockbuster is on the corner of 69th and Amsterdam? Of course, now it's been Cleopatra's Needle for years, the food is different, and the interior is radically changed from the former groovy but dark 60s style, but it is in the same location. Enter your email address to follow Ephemeral New York and receive notifications of new posts by email. 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. 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. Our favorite Upper West Side restaurants for all sorts of dining situations. They often appear as ordinary rocks, yet, broken open, reveal true beauty. Murrays Sturgeon2429 Broadway, nr. Stop by for a half-bird with skin that tastes like its coated in brown sugar, and add a side of boiled green bananas. Like the Upper East Side location, the here menu ranges from omelettes to meatloaf, but the most important thing to know is that they roast their turkeys in-house. Went there at least once a week for years, and yes, everbody knew my name. Joe, who was Mr. Olympia number 18 in the 1950s, exercises every night in Riverside park, with two shopping bags at 96, his mind sharp as a tack. 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 Some of these stores may still be in business on the West Side, but I haven't done a Broadway Drive in Years, Maybe I'll do one when I visit next month. Ayurveda Cafe706 Amsterdam Ave., nr. What goes on under there is alchemy, as dishes like Sufiana murgh biryani, a mixture of creamy chicken and aromatic basmati rice, handily prove. Co-founder, Society for Culinary Arts & Letters, sshaw@egstaff.org A coq au vin is offered as dark as night, the chicken-liver mousse as light as air. 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! WebRestaurant Team Member - Crew (1122 - Upper West Side) New York, New York. Jin Ramen is pure heaven for all ramen lovers in the Upper West Side, this is absolutely worth a trip if youre looking to satisfy your ramen cravings and your empty tummy. Great reminder of the wonderful things that bring us together. Many nights after closing wed repair to Ruskays. We moved five years ago but still read the WSR and again thank you for the beautiful memories! There are several that feel rather ancient, like the Emerald Inn on Columbus between 69th and 70th. Almost every dish at Senn Thai costs less than $15, and theres a big variety of above-average options involving rice and noodles. You cant go wrong with their Banh Mi filled with charbroiled pork belly thats crazy good, and a Crispy Rice Cake appetizer thats filled with ground mung bean & pork and comes with a tangy soy dressing. Loved this! From classic Jewish delis and traditional Japanese restaurants to some of the citys high-end French restaurants, from a fancy menu to the most casual one, this neighborhood always has a spot for you. 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. 12 Best Upper West Side NYC Restaurants To Eat At (+ What To Order). McGlades, a tavern across from ABC, it's a Starbucks now. As is the food. What to order: Siu Mai Dimsum, Crab Meat & Shrimp Dimsum, Roasted Duck, Sweet & Sour Pork, Address: 380 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10013. Beefsteak Charlies I remember much better. 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. For over ten years, the unfussy Neapolitan spothas been presided over by owner Carmine Mitroni, a man as incandescent as a chandelier. And finally, the Bear Bar on 76th & Broadway with a slightly damaged wooden bear head sticking out from the wall. Absolute Bagels2788 Broadway, nr. But don't let it get around that I don't. He did this along Broadway from the lower Broadway all the way up to the North End of Manhattan. If you live on the Upper West Side, then your answer is easy: Viand Cafe. Smaller than Greengrass, Murrays Sturgeon is strictly a takeaway operation, but no less a marvel of mid-century Jewry. Before there were juice bars and millennial cleanse joints like, waaay before there was Ayurveda, an ancient Hindu medicinal system. During a past visit, some of our favorite pieces were the lightly seared sea bass, striped jack with smoky yuzu sauce, and flaky, sweet unagi. Though future scholars may debate the true victor of the hot dog wars an argument can be made that Papaya King reigns supreme Grays famous Recession Special (now two hot dogs and a drink for $6.45), first introduced in the 1980s, is as delicious as it is sadly eternally timely. Shun Lee West43 W. 65th St., nr. Thanks to everyone for their support. But Im not sure how many patrons know about the almost ridiculous pedigree of chef Phillip Kirschen-Clark (Ducasse, Dufresne, Liebrandt). Their interiors are soft and voluptuous. 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. Little amaryllis of meat, said a friend, who works at a nearby flower shop. I want to see it around a piece of fish." thanks for reminding me of the west side I moved into. Great story and love these throwback memories/articles which you folks at WSR should do more often. As everyones saying, this is so lovely and heartfelt and moreover it rings so true. Cafe Chambord. What to order: Banh Mi O.G, Bun Bo Bo, Bun Cha, Banh Xeo, Crispy Rice Cake, Address: 942 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025. And those arent even the best slices here. The usurper to Heinzs throne is no more. - Dr. Cox on Scrubs. They had delicious burgers. In these challenging times of the pandemic, I reflect back on what life was like for me on the Upper West Side, my favorite place in the world, as a budding actor/dancer/director in the late 1980s. 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. Absolutely not. Copyright 2001-2023 by the eGullet Society for Culinary Arts & Letters, All Rights Reserved Start it right with Mahi Mahi, an incredible piece of fish with hen of the woods, trumpet, and like five other varieties of mushroom. WebBig Nicks Burger and Pizza Joint at Broadway and 77th Street. Welcome to the eG Forums, a service of the eGullet Society for Culinary Arts & Letters. Big Nicks was my lunch staple and he knew our kids since they were born. With little room to maneuver, Hasegawa et al. No extra cost is added to you. If you think of the best place in the Upper West Side to serve the best dumplings, think of Jing Fong. Jean Georges. I hope she will see this. Great food, great regulars, great feel. Also, the corner grocery on West End and 72nd is licensed with a name like "San Juan Hill", which makes me strongly suspect it has been there for a long time. Kebab Aur Sharab ($) Indian, Kabobs Menu Available. Announcing a new leader in the competition: V&T Pizza says 1945. Report. 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. Dominic Pellegrino makes the best soppressata you cant buy. 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. Thank you for wonderful writing and sharing some true west side experiences. I did, and they remembered him (and treated me better because of it). Every day was a new adventure, if I managed to do a triple pirouette on point in front of Barishnikov who used to come to Willie Burmanns advanced/professional class which I took religiously 3 hours a day for 4 years or climbed a tree in Riverside Park with a famous football player who didnt know how to get back down. With some ginger and yuzu zest on top of every piece, youre all set! Chick Chick is a casual Korean restaurant on the corner of Amsterdam Avenue and 90th Street that serves surprisingly good fried chicken sandwiches, or any dish made from chicken. 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. Pick up a sandwich, then take it back home or walk two blocks east to the park. Our goal is to help you easily find the best food and things to do in the city! The menu, which spans from Arabic flatbread to Ibrico ham, is like a Carnival Cruise calling on all Mediterranean ports. Apply Now. I'm also still very interested in finding out the names of the oldest restaurants in the neighborhood, like anything pre-WWII especially. By A typical meal might include banana pakoras, mung daal, alu gobi, fresh pappadam, and broken wheat kheer. Lovely recollections. Winsome is still the best and classes at Thea Koreks above Fairway. 1. The menu reads like a Sondheim revue of bistro classics, but the greatest hits here are truly great: a perfectly executed steak-frites with an exoskeleton of char, a silky au poivre sauce, and salty fries; garlicky moules marinires; and a crock of French onion soup that, like the aproned waiters, has a warm heart under a crusty exterior. No less august a man of letters than Philip Roth extolled the virtues of the lox, eggs, and onion, which the writer called more American than apple pie. That holy trinity fish, allium, zygote has, for years, been an icon of the old Upper West Side, a beacon to which the madding crowd draws every weekend morning for the click-clatter of an old New York brunch. Lived here in the mid 70s on WEA with my husband since the mid 1970s. 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. What about all the Chinese restaurants on the UWS, especially in the 90s? It wisely opened near Columbia, where the highest percentage of international students are from China. I felt the same way when I was growing up and always knew I wanted to live here. Upon learning this tidbit, I checked it against Zagat's historic restaurant list and didn't find it. Brooks Headley Loves Every Inch of the New Superiority Burger. 72nd St.; 212-799-0243. Thank you, Marianne, for taking me down memory lane- the article is well written and the abundant memories are a reminder why I love the upper west side . Address: 244 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023. Loved reading itespecially during a time when the Upper West is not getting such great play. Columbus Ave; 212-362-3800. 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. Web1980s1990s: Boy Bar (15 St. Marks Pl.) At Steps I would see Bill Murray take a beginner Jazz class, an aging Rudolf Nureyev showing off in ballet class dressed in bright red outfits, robocop actor Peter Weller, Brooke Shields and many others. Sinai hospital, probably a day or two after being born) until 1987 when I went to college. A tortellini pie veal meatballs, bolognese, mortadella-stuffed tortellini is equal parts Medieval Times and GBBO. Nicholas Braun has a new bar. Steven A. Shaw aka "Fat Guy" Your options range from salads and vegetarian mousaka to lamb chops and a whole grilled fish, and you should always start with a few of the dips. Dont forget to grab a bottle of Allagash White, a Belgian-style witbier with a refreshing balance of citrus and spice to cut down the fat! 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! Brass plaques in the bar for seriuos regulars, and one of the inspirations for Cheers. In a well-appointed ground-floor dining room that used to be John Frasers Dovetail, longtime Marc Vetri protg Adam Leonti delivers his Northern Italian cuisine in what looks like an Art Deco/Pop Art/Salon del Mobile installation (the design was heavily influenced by Ettore Sottsasss famous 1980s Memphis Group). Director, New Media Studies, International Culinary Center (take my food-blogging course). Weren't a bunch of those around in the 1970s and earlier? Thank you for the memories! You can choose to add Labneh cheese to your dish to make the flavor even more phenomenal! Al Buon Gusto was there? 282 Grand Street. From tasting-menu places to incredible takeout spots, here's where you should be eating in Greenpoint. Nice Matin. We would all stay till six in the mornings and everybody would be singing under the table at that time. I'll have to check with my wife to try and remember the slogan. The best burgers,best eggs Benedict and best fried zucchini on the planet. 10. The sushi and sashimi are traditional-forward at Sushi Kaito, but we promise you, the more basic they prepare the dish, the better taste and texture you can get! Caviar canaps, corn dogs, and the worlds biggest spring rolls, to start. According to William Grimes in the New York Times, Cafe des Artistes has been in business since 1917. by the dakota, in 1982-5ish? Sometimes a crisis that stops you in ur tracks allows new truths. From old-school staples to restaurants changing the dining landscape of the neighborhood, these are our favorite spots on the Lower East Side. Come by and immerse yourself in their French-inspired menu and award-winning wine list, they can never disappoint you! The casual set-up makes this place perfect for a meetup with a friend or a date near Amsterdam Avenue and 107th Street. The restaurant is getting closer he swears. El Mitote in the West 70s makes the neighborhoods best Mexican food, including delicious comida corrida platters that come with rice and brothy Guadalajara-style black beans. Restaurant 222 - on 79th St. Then go on with Spaghetti Alla Chitarra with White Truffles, homemade pasta in a parmesan cream sauce with white truffles. Anyone remember the Larmen Dosanko (sp?) Grossingers was the bakery- LaRochelle was on the corner with phone booths in the window & Cherry Restaurant had a pass through to 60 West 76th St. for food. New York City in 3D in the Gilded Age made Entertainment Weekly's Must Have list for the week of June 27! Gjelinas Owners Insist Their New York Restaurant Will Reopen. August 29, 2004 in New York: Dining. 94th St.; 212-932-2400. Chanterelle (New York City restaurant) Chelsea Place. Shake Shack (366 Columbus, 77th) great burgers, fries and shakes with a huge NYC following.. Alices Tea Cup (102 W 73rd, Columbus) Bakery 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. Up on 100 St. was the Harbin Inn. Choose a number from 1100 (20 is mild; 40 is spicy; 60 is hot; 100 is insane). There was an Italian restaurant, Caffe Taci, with opera singers performing arias as we dined; you had people from the Met, New York State Opera, Manhattan School of Music and Juilliard, and a little old Russian lady accompanied them on the piano, her feet never touching the ground. 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. But rarely are they as memorable as the Nashville Hot Chickwich version at this casual Korean restaurant on the Upper West Side. Al Buon Gusto: first on 72nd St, then around the corner (I think @SQC has that space now.) Ephemeral New York in the NEW YORK DAILYNEWS! And, after a long dry spell, sake is now available. Upper West Side NYC Restaurants. Leontis chicken in 74th St.; 212-595-1888. Well written , , , Wilsons and China Club, two of my favorite spots of ALL time in the UWS. 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. How many generations of Columbus Avenue we have seen! The restaurant no relation to Ren Redzepis 108 is the first one devoted specifically to the Chongqing municipality in the city. I never took one day for granted. I now see how lucky I am to have lived here for the past 30 years. They only serve Omakase with the Classic option (13 courses) and the Premium option (17 courses). Caf Luxembourg200 W. 70th St., nr. 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