Shhh. Don't tell anyone I told you. But at Hidalgo, a little Mexican grocery in Astoria, the best Mexican food in the city is hiding in the back. Two lovely (and round) mamasitas are in the back with a pot of beans the size of my kitchen. They make tasty ... More >>
The best old school meat is at Sparks. But you'll be sitting in a room of old white men. The best steakhouse is The Strip House, the meat is as good, the sides are better. Most importantly the room has a vibe and chicks like to eat there. ... More >>
Cake Man Raven. He makes the best red velvet cake in all of Fort Greene, Brooklyn. Cream cheese frosting and oh, so moist.
708A Fulton Ave., Brooklyn, NY ... More >>
Brunch. King of the hangover hello. I have two recommendations. In the West Village go to the Bon Bon (83 8th Avenue New York, NY 10014. (212) 741-9266) a little hole in the wall dive of a coffee bar with the best French Toast - and terrific service - you ... More >>
I like Opia in midtown for business lunches where it's not a first meeting and the environment I'm trying to set is more casual. They also have a Prix Fixe Lunch and Dinner menu if you're into that. Opia is at 130 E 57th St, just East of the 57th St and P ... More >>
Sucelt (maybe it's Succelt?) on 14th Street just west of 7th Avenue has the best empanadas. They are *fried*, not baked, so they are kind of like chimichangas. Crispy, greasy and a bit salty. They only have chicken or meat, but they are really good. T ... More >>
Sandy's Roti Shop, now that's some good Doubles and buss-up-shot. It's forever far into Queens, but that's where it is.
Sandy's Roti Shop
121-10 Liberty Ave. (120th & 121st Sts.)
South Richmond Hill, NY 11419 ... More >>
Columbine on W Broadway and White Street is by far the best soup in the city. Deliciousness includes sweet and split pea, carrot soup with orange and yogurt garnish, parsnip soup with cumin.
Ingredients are always fresh and specials change every day. Ot ... More >>