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1. Eastern Standard Kitchen
This is one long-overdue update, as Eastern Standard and I have both grown up since our first meeting. Over the years, ES has become an institution within the food industry, and thus within my circle of friends. You can always depend on ES to serve…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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11/4/2007
This is a highly irresponsible and potentially irrelevant review because:
1) I just attended a… Read more »
2. Amy's Place
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 832-6666
Categories:
Diners,
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: Main Street
Hands down, my favorite place in the Buffalo area to take people for brunch, especially out-of-towners who think it's all chain restaurants and strip malls. There's really nothing better than a spot that combines old-school diner coffee with an…More »
3. Sheridan Family Restaurant
Sheridan Family Restaurant is an institution among my friends and family. The prices haven't changed much in the last decade, and neither have the waitstaff's hairdos. You can never go wrong with their souvlaki breakfast (seriously, souvlaki +…More »
4. Trattoria Aroma
Who could resist this lovely restaurant, all a-glow with its bright red paint job, Warhol-inspired prints and sexy mood lighting? We couldn't; we had other dinner plans, and ditched them this weekend for a table at Trattoria Aroma.
We were not…More »
5. The Brickyard Pub & BBQ
For a long time now, I've thought the best BBQ in the region had to be Dinosaur BBQ in Rochester, when it's actually much closer, right here in Lewiston, at the Brickyard Pub & BBQ.
What makes it better? Well, for starters, it's entirely unhyped. I…More »
6. Apple Granny
If a sitcom along the lines of "Cheers" or "Seinfeld" were to be shot in Lewiston, it'd be filmed here at Apple Granny's, the unofficial hub of this sleepy little suburb near the Canadian border, best known for its proximity to Artpark. The food's…More »
7. Merge
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 842-0600
Categories:
American (New),
Vegan,
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: Allentown
Fun food, great presentation, a staff that really cares, and a solo bassist strumming away on a Wednesday night. (Plus, blue algae shots! What?) This place is an awesome addition to Buffalo's healthy dining scene.
8. Ashker's Juice Bar and Cafe
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 886-2233
Categories:
Cafes,
Coffee & Tea,
Juice Bars & Smoothies
Neighbourhood: Elmwood Village
Ashker's, where have you been all my life?
My brother helped these folks move into their space this summer, and it seems they're doing quite well. Prices are crazy-low for their all-day breakfast, which included tasty items like a spinach-egg…More »
9. Chimes Restaurant
OH MY GOD, I love Chimes. I went here with a true Baton Rouge-r a few years ago while visiting her hometown pre-Mardi Gras, and ate my weight in alligator. I was trying to do the "pescetarian" thing at the time, so didn't try much of the meat, but my…More »
10. Beretta
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 695-1199
It's telling that before I went to Beretta, it had 6 reviews; now it has almost 60.
I was in SF for a business meeting this week, and was charged with finding a place where we could comfortably and stylishly host a group of 10 hipsters (we're a cool…More »
11. Tremont 647
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 266-4600
Categories:
Bars,
American (New),
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: South End
I bought a signed copy of chef Andy Husbands' book, "The Fearless Chef," long before I actually visited Tremont 647. There are so many other great brunch places in the area, and there is usually a line too long to bear. But we must have lucked out…More »
12. The Barking Crab
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 426-2722
Category:
Seafood
Neighbourhoods: Waterfront, South Boston
This place is known as a tourist spot, so when I have visitors, I take them.
This is mostly because I have visitors who come from places that are less pretentious than Boston, and they enjoy eating fried food in an environment that doesn't make them…More »
13. India Palace
I have had only good experiences with India Palace, which is a great place to get a bite before a gig at P.A.'s. It's not your typical Americanized joint--there is nary an onion bhaji to be seen, although they do have tikka masala in the lunch…More »
14. Tamarind Bay
Wow, I'm extremely surprised at all the negative reviews for this place. We just went today, and had a very nice time. And I'm a bit annoyed at the criticisms I see here, so I feel I should address them:
1) Shoddy service - Yelp reviewers, you have a…More »
15. Channel Café
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 426-0695
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Waterfront, South Boston
This place marked my first foray into the Fort Point Channel area, which has been getting a lot of love lately from the Boston free-daily press. Although you'll never hear me say this again, Improper was right on when they termed it a "Best Kept…More »
16. Montien
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 338-5600
Categories:
Lounges,
Thai,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: Chinatown
Montien bridges the gap between Theatre District fine dining and Chinatown authenticity and flavor. It's a great place to go with friends (especially vegetarians) to get a drink before a show. The choices are similar to other Thai restaurants, so…More »
17. The Enormous Room - CLOSED
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 491-5550
Category:
Lounges
Neighbourhood: Central Square
I love how this place rocks a NYC-style anonymity--no sign, no press, just buzz. It clearly works: there are 44 other reviews for this place, so I'll be concise:
-Scenester decor makes it fun to dress up and either start or end your night here if…More »
18. Cantina La Mexicana
I had such a positive impression of this place, even before I heard that it's one of the most hyped underground Mexican joints in Boston. It's so unassuming and sits in the midst of so many other good restaurants, like India Palace, its counterpart…More »
19. Intermission Tavern
We had been told to get the chips here, which are made on-site, and weren't disappointed. Intermission's definitely a pleasant place to catch up with an old friend-the staff is nice, the music's not too loud, and the tables are easily pushed…More »
20. John Harvard's Brew House
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 868-3585
Categories:
Breweries,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Harvard Square
All right, so my tastes have changed a bit since I wrote my first review for this place, and I can now see why people think it's so lame. (I also know that it was kinda lame of my sig. other, now ex, to take me there all the time... but as they say,…More »
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8/3/2006
The lukewarm love this place has received on Yelp surprises me, because I have always felt happy and… Read more »
21. Guerrilla Queer Bar
Check it out - I just reviewed the takeover of The Harp on 6/6 here:
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
Jeremy also brings up an interesting question: If I am a straight girl, and I jump on the Gay Guerilla event with my gay boys for moral support and end up…More »
22. Koreana
A sweet little mom & pop joint right off the Boulevard, this cash-only cafe is conveniently located right next to Best Asian Market, my favorite Asian grocery store in WNY.
I've tried a number of dishes here, from the bibimbap (a popular vegetarian…More »
23. Dolci
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 882-5956
Categories:
Desserts,
Bakeries,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Elmwood Village
I was moved to seek out Dolci after trying a slice of their incredible cassata cake at a birthday party, and seeing the words "Internet cafe" glowing in their window. I'm so glad I did! This space is lovely, as is the staff -- an undiscovered gem,…More »
24. Sweetness 7 Cafe
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 834-1954
Categories:
Creperies,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Parkside
Buffalo, you gots to get on this location of Sweetness 7!
First of all, they've got super-tasty crepes, only at this location. That alone is reason enough to come - Buffalo is sadly short on the skinny pancake sandwiches. Sweet and savory options…More »
25. Fairy Cakes Cupcakery
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 688-0361
Categories:
Bakeries,
Coffee & Tea,
Cafes
Neighbourhood: Parkside
To say that I popped into Fairycakes "on a whim" is pretty appropriate, since what's more whimsical than a cupcake store named Fairycakes? I just couldn't resist the sparkly sign and the luscious-looking cupcakes on the counter, even though I don't…More »
26. Chow Chocolat
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 883-4388
Categories:
Chocolatiers and Shops,
Desserts,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Elmwood Village
Half a dozen kinds of specialty hot chocolate.
Homemade chai, made from scratch and mixed on the stove.
Regular coffee, brewed to order in a French press.
Free wi-fi.
Obviously, this place is truly special -- a nice spot to take a mom or a date. The…More »
27. Salt Lake Roasting Company
If you're not from Utah, it's hard to understand how important coffeeshops are to local culture. Mormons don't drink coffee, traditionally, so when you step into a coffeeshop, you can heave a sigh of relief. No one's going to give you the stink eye…More »
28. Shooting Star Saloon
This place has it all: a haunted jukebox, a stuffed Saint Bernard head on the wall, heart-stopping burgers, super-sweet bar staff, a cheap pool table, and pitchers of delicious beer. It only gets better if you combine a stop here with a hike down…More »
29. Trina's Starlite Lounge
Hands down my favorite bar in Cambridge, and that is saying A LOT. Probably because it combines the best of all possible bars. It has the cheap beers, laid-back atmosphere, late-night menu and constant potential for mischief you'd find at a dive. It…More »
30. Cinegrill
My family's favorite old-skool spot to eat in SLC. Ginormous portions of Italian-American eats (be sure to get the salad) at prices that haven't changed since the '80s, served by super-sweet matronly waitresses on red-checkered tablecloths, while an…More »
31. 223 Allen St
Buffalo, NY 14201
(716) 884-4338
Categories:
Dive Bars,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Allentown
Full disclosure: my brother DJs a monthly event here, so my experiences have been mostly shaped by his soundtrack and his buddies, all local 20somethings who come here for the cheap booze, the pool tables, the friendly bartenders and the chicken…More »
32. Tea Leaf Cafe
This place rates somewhere between a "Meh" and a "Yay!", so it gets three stars.
The Meh: terrible college radio rock, weak lattes, and difficult-to-find location (it's tucked away near the AMC at the corner of Sweet Home and Maple, and easy to miss).…More »
33. Ted's Hot Dogs
I have to say, I feel a little funny clicking the "good for kids" button when it comes to Ted's, because this place serves up fried food dripping with grease and meat of questionable origin, packed into patties or shoved into sausage casings -- with…More »
34. Best Teriyaki Restaurant
I'm not sure why Korean restaurants in Utah insist on going undercover as other kinds of restaurants -- but Best Teriyaki, it's safe to come out now! I know all about your homemade bulgogi and bibimbap, despite your generic-sounding Asian food name…More »
35. NoNoo Ramen
A nice little ramen joint on Elmwood that, while pretty good out the gate, has room to get better.
We sampled two kinds of ramen: the bacon chicken ramen with scallions and the miso with poached egg, both with excellent noodles. The preparation of…More »
36. Toro Tapas Bar
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 886-9457
Categories:
Dance Clubs,
Tapas Bars,
Spanish
Neighbourhood: Elmwood Village
Came here with a ladyposse post-work for some wine and small bites, and was really impressed.
It's tough to tell from the outside, looking in, how beautiful this space is. It feels like a sleek LA or NYC wine bar.
And while some of our party were…More »
37. Elmo's
My high-school BF's mama used to work here, slinging wings and serving beer to crusty old guys in tractor caps who came in to watch the game. We'd drive all the way out from Tonawanda, just for to hang with the fun, salty waitresses and mow down on…More »
38. Traif
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(347) 844-9578
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Williamsburg - South Side
Remembering the meal we had at Traif is like remembering a tough but rewarding race: the surging levels of adrenaline and serotonin, the heat, the excitement, and the exhaustion afterwards. I lost count of the small plates we ordered in rapid…More »
39. Cole's
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 886-1449
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Bars,
Gastropubs
Neighbourhood: Elmwood Village
This place is an Elmwood staple, an old-man bar that seems to draw an all-ages crowd -- perhaps because they're working hard to serve customers well and stay relevant on a hipster-fying strip.
Last time I visited, we had a GIANT party of family…More »
40. Essex Pub
This bar is a geographical oddity: whether you live on the Westside, on Elmwood or in Allentown, it's magically "just around the corner" from it all, tucked away on Rhode Island in a residential 'hood with plenty of parking.
Inside, the crowd and the…More »
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Things I LoveAsian food, bakeries, books, my boyfriend, chai, chocolate, cooking, the desert, diners, my dog, exploring, kimchi, live music, long drives, mountains, old people, reading, snuggles, writing, YELP
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