Restaurant recommendations - New York

[prout]

We have a few days in NYC in June (first-timers) and would be grateful for any suggestions. Anything up to fine dining is of interest and like the idea of taster menus. Budget no issue - other half's 40th. We're staying mid-town near Time Sq if that helps.

Thanks!

[Robertos88]

I'm in NYC quite often with work, less so this year as I have a young daughter. If you're after fine dining I would check out Eleven Madison Park. Never been disappointed. If you need other cheaper options happy to help.

[RDMcG]

There was a very recent thread on this,,worth a view:


http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

[prout]

Robertos88 said:

I'm in NYC quite often with work, less so this year as I have a young daughter. If you're after fine dining I would check out Eleven Madison Park. Never been disappointed. If you need other cheaper options happy to help.

RDMcG said:

There was a very recent thread on this,,worth a view:


http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

PH collective comes through as usual - really appreciated! 11 Madison looks like the big day favourite. Still interested in anything else.

[rehab71]

This was our favourite

http://monkeybarnewyork.com

[Turbodiesel1976]

If you fancy a steak check out Benjamin steakhouse. Its pure New York - loud, brash and does delicious food. Have a great trip

[VTECMatt]

I'm off to New York part of a bigger holiday, leave next week.

My 40th and booked '11 Maddison Park' and 'Daniel', both come highly recommended.

Anyone got a suggestion for a Chinese or Japenese Restaurant?

Matt

[Le TVR]

For Japanese, GyuKaku Times Sq.
High end French, Cherche Midi (near Katz Deli)
Real NY food, Ruby Tuesday (about a block from Times Sq)

ISTR that Eleven had rather long pre-booking times?

[RDMcG]

Le TVR said:

For Japanese, GyuKaku Times Sq.
High end French, Cherche Midi (near Katz Deli)
Real NY food, Ruby Tuesday (about a block from Times Sq)

ISTR that Eleven had rather long pre-booking times?

Cherche Midi is just outstanding...and friendly.

[oldaudi]

For some bar food Americana style I ate often in Bills Bar and Burger on West 51st Street, not far from the Radio City Music Hall. They have a great range of beers and some quality burgers. All bad for you but a wide selection. Seemed to attract a lot of city workers popping in for food on their way home.

Last business trip was for 3 weeks, I think I ate everything on the menu. Ate cheap and pocketed the rest of my daily allowance

If you head "downtown" there are plenty of nice places on Greenwich Street.

HB Burger near Time Square Mid Town is also good, a chain but I was mainly attracted by the selection of beers.

The Counter on Time Square itself is also good, they'll make a burger how ever you want it but very busy given the location.

Edited by oldaudi on Friday 10th April 13:37

[VTECMatt]

Le TVR said:

For Japanese, GyuKaku Times Sq.
High end French, Cherche Midi (near Katz Deli)
Real NY food, Ruby Tuesday (about a block from Times Sq)

ISTR that Eleven had rather long pre-booking times?

Thank you will check them out.

You have to book 28 days prior, which I did and got the time and date wanted, how ever I did book through his PA as I have a connection. Respect to them as they would not let me book any earlier, so offered no special treatment.

[prout]

Quick report - we had to settle for a lunch slot at Eleven MP. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience, asparagus cooked in pigs bladder AT THE TABLE was a hi light.

Also had dinner Balthazar on Saturday night. Great atmosphere, food and service.

Happened to be the 13th annual Big Apple BBQ Block Party so we enjoyed proper ribs n beer in Madison park in 85 degree temperatures.

We tried Halal Guys street food on a recommendation from a tour guide. $7 and enough delicious chicken with rice for two.

Overall, fantastic food all weekend regardless of the price!

[dxbtiger]

prout said:

Quick report - we had to settle for a lunch slot at Eleven MP. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience, asparagus cooked in pigs bladder AT THE TABLE was a hi light.

Also had dinner Balthazar on Saturday night. Great atmosphere, food and service.

Happened to be the 13th annual Big Apple BBQ Block Party so we enjoyed proper ribs n beer in Madison park in 85 degree temperatures.

We tried Halal Guys street food on a recommendation from a tour guide. $7 and enough delicious chicken with rice for two.

Overall, fantastic food all weekend regardless of the price!

Was there in September last year, we enjoyed Balthazar also.

Jean George was the stand out though, first and only 3* experience we've done.

[craig1912]

prout said:

Happened to be the 13th annual Big Apple BBQ Block Party so we enjoyed proper ribs n beer in Madison park in 85 degree temperatures.
!

Was there too- 5 of us so the high end stuff is out for us. Had two excellent meals at Taboon in Hells Kitchen and Palma in Greenwich Village. Also had an excellent Japanese in Hells kitchen.
Still another three nights to go!

[Wadeski]

Try Red Farm for Chinese if its on your list. Its good fun, but you can't book so go early.

Get a drink at Employees Only as well.

[NordicCrankShaft]

Per Se.

It is fantastic a tad expensive but well worth it.

[Wadeski]

A bit expensive!?!

Its a prix fixe at $310 per head + booze!