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1. Akropolis Meat Market
Went back this past weekend and picked up a giant piece of pork butt!
8 lbs for about $20 that fed 10 people! You can't go wrong...
They even cleaned it and deboned it for me (and wrapped up the bone separately so that I can use it later when making…More »
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10/10/2011
I absolutely LOVE this place. Walked to 30th Ave from my house just for the express purpose of… Read more »
2. Union Bear
Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 245-5330
Categories:
American (New),
Pizza
Neighbourhood: Uptown
Can we say, "YUM"????
I didn't expect the food at a "bar" to be this good!!!! I appreciated the 40+ craft beers on tap (most of which came from around the area!), and the fact that every single draft is $5, the only thing that changes is the size of…More »
3. The Fremont Diner
As we drove away, my boyfriend said, "now THAT was worth the drive." Highest praise any restaurant can hope to receive, they received the boyfriend's stamp of approval!
We were supposed to go for breakfast but ended up meandering there for lunch on…More »
4. Talula's Garden
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 592-7787
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Washington Square West, Market East
I had an AMAZING meal here with my food soulmate. I have this friend, you see, who I see maybe two or three times a year. And when we meet up, we share the most decadent meals.
This time was no exception. We walked in without a reservation at 5pm on a…More »
5. Toro
So one of my buddies suggests Toro for dinner - I'm like, fantastic - I can always go for sushi... I guess a common misconception? Toro means tuna in Japanese, and Bull in Spanish! Ole!
Fan-f*cken-tastic dude. We did wait a tiny bit for a table (I…More »
6. L'Espalier
Was there for lunch with my chef roommate, and we were both blown away by the meal.
It was a hot muggy day, and we were both perspiring quite heavily in our business casual attire when we finally reached the wrought iron gates of Lespalier. We were…More »
7. Gotham Bar And Grill
New York, NY 10003
(212) 620-4020
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Greenwich Village, Union Square
I had the best meal of my life at Gotham Bar and Grill.
It was during the summer of 2006, and I still remember the gazpacho (which has ruined gazpacho for me, as I cannot find anyone else who can make it as delicious as they did), the oyster…More »
8. Upstairs On the Square
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 864-1933
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Harvard Square
Can I just say... wow.
Walked in, and went up the stairs to a space that looked very much like Alice in Wonderland. Great pink and purple walls, mirrors on the ceiling, gold backed chairs, giant windows that look out onto Harvard square, intimate…More »
9. Urban Taco
I absolutely love this place!!
It's seriously the best place to grab a meal at an airport, and I make it a point to stop here every time I'm at DFW.
Their tacos are better than most tacos I've had in restaurants throughout the country (I'm from the…More »
10. Acme Oyster House
YUUUUUUUUUUUM.
I absolutely loved this place, and recommended it to EVERYONE who asked me where I had the best meal of my visit to New Orleans.
I had seen the "Food Heavens - Best Places to Pig Out" special on the travel channel, so I was itching to…More »
11. Café Du Monde
I was there three times in a 24 hour period... SO AWESOME!
The beignets were heavenly and airy and COVERED with powdered sugar. They burned my mouth the minute I bit into them - they were just-out-of-the-fryer good. And the iced coffee was also…More »
12. Wegmans
Dearest Wegmans,
I miss our 4AM visits when we didn't want to go to sleep or needed a caffeine fix during our all night studying sessions. I miss the crotchety old women following me out to my car if I was purchasing alcoholic beverages to make sure I…More »
13. The Druid
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 497-0965
Categories:
Restaurants,
Pubs
Neighbourhood: Inman Square
We absolutely LOVE coming here.
Their fish and chips is OUT OF THIS WORLD. One of my friends said that it was by far the best fish and chips they've ever had in their LIFE.
Their shepherds pie is something you just don't expect - it's like a braised…More »
14. Flo's Hot Dogs
I've stood in line for two hours to get the infamous Flo's Hot Dogs before... on more than one occasion. Mmmm... I can still taste them now. They use natural casing hot dogs, so it has a great snap and VERY juicy. Throw that on a steamed New England…More »
15. Rockaberry
Oh... my... G*D! This place is AMAZING!
I've been on a pie kick since Thanksgiving. Seriously. For the past four or so months my friends have heard nothing but my desire for pie! Last weekend while on a trip to Montreal with my girlfriends, I started…More »
16. Daily Eats
I had about 30 minutes before my morning meeting in Tampa. I was STARVING and looking for a great breakfast option that would be filling, healthy, and relatively quick!
On to the Daily Eats! I sidled up to the bar, and had a mug of coffee in my hand…More »
17. Suzuki's Sushi Bar
Seriously - one of the BEST sushi places I've ever been! I LOVE THIS PLACE!! I agree with Chris F in that their scallops are AMAZING. I've ordered scallop sushi since, and it's never been the same. Smooth and buttery and absolutely delicious...
You…More »
18. Kono's Surf Club Cafe
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 483-1669
Categories:
Burgers,
Breakfast & Brunch,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Pacific Beach
I have to say, their coffee is out of this world! Seriously one of the best cups of coffee (and Soy Lattes!) I've ever had. And I work in the coffee industry and taste testing cappuccinos is sometimes part of my job (I know, it's awesome)!
A quick…More »
19. Northern Meat Market
I LOVE THIS PLACE!!
And... they're open when other meat markets aren't open. Like... on Christmas Day. And on New Years day. Yes, we made a trip over there on both days, getting meat for holiday dinners! LOVE IT!
The butcher guy is SUPER friendly (no…More »
20. Fiorella's
I was having a REALLY bad day. You know, one of those days where you're crying pretty much non stop from the car to the boyfriend's house to his couch, smearing tears and snot all over his shirt as your insecurities about your purpose in life comes…More »
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5/9/2009
Wow. WOW. It's been a long time since I've been absolutely wow-ed by a restaurant, and Fiorella's...… Read more »
21. Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House
YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!
I'm staying at a hotel a few blocks away, and was ecstatic to find out that this gem was within a 5 minute walk!
I had read about hand shaved noodles in "Serve the People: A Stir Fried Journey Through China" and my mouth was…More »
22. Three Brothers Butcher BBQ
Bayside, NY 11361
(718) 224-7753
This place is EPIC. Like... EPIC. I don't know how I never knew this place existed!!
Went with the recommendation of a friend when a bunch of us were hanging out. Walked in to the smells of thickly sliced bacon that was just pulled out of the smoker.…More »
23. Blackstrap BBQ
Sooooooooooo freaking good.
The catfish po-boy was to DIE for. I consider it a contender for the best sandwich of 2011. Boyfriend also really enjoyed his pulled pork sandwich!
This is by far, my most favorite restaurant in Winthrop... and a top 5 for…More »
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2/27/2011
Oh my GOD. I don't know what they do with the bbq, if it's laced with crack or what, but it's… Read more »
24. L'express
The absolute highlight of the meals we enjoyed during our trip to Montreal!
We blew in with the snow - giant globs of snowflakes clinging to our hair and coats, and they whisked us to our table near the corner of the restaurant. We started with loaves…More »
25. Shake Shack
New York, NY 10024
(646) 747-8770
Categories:
Burgers,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Upper West Side
Yes, (in my book) it's totally worth the hype. And yes, I totally regretted not getting a double patty when I had scarfed down my single Shake Shack burger.
Why did we only get one order of fries to share? Why didn't I get another burger?
Will be back…More »
26. Bon Chon Chicken
I really really love it here. I do!!
My friends and I are here regularly... so often that my friend is the mayor on foursquare here!
The service is usually hit or miss (which is weird since there's literally only like 5 tables here), and it's so hard…More »
27. Chauncey Creek Lobster Pier
How is it that I've been visiting/working in Maine for the past 2.5 years and have NEVER known about this place?? THANK YOU YELP!! My parents were up for one of their crazy impromptu visits from NYC, and demanded lobster on arrival. We took the hour…More »
28. Duckfat
The Duckfat poutine is now going on my list of food items I would love to eat as my last meal.
Seriously. Fries cooked in duck fat, smothered in melted cheese curds and duck gravy. How can you go wrong??
And finished with cinnamon sugar dusted beignets…More »
29. In a Pickle Breakfast & Lunch
It had been way too long since I had a mouthful of the heavenly loaded waffles, so the boyfriend and I made a trek during our first "lazy" Saturday.
It was a crazy humid hot day, and when we were sat at the counter, the heat from the grill was hitting…More »
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5/10/2009
Get the loaded waffles!! Light and airy waffles with a crazy amount of blueberries and strawberries… Read more »
30. House Of Chang
As boyfriend says, I enjoy restaurants with a personal touch. And this place... I loved it!
The owner went around to all the tables saying hello to everyone, and she would occasionally come by and regale us with stories -about her family, her kids,…More »
31. Copacabana
Astoria, NY 11106
(718) 545-3685
Have been back at least five times since my first visit, and it's always AWESOME.
And the cashier looks just like a younger version of Kevin Alejandro (the guy who plays "Jesus" in True Blood).
Heaping plate of grilled meat + eye candy = yes please!!!More »
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1/17/2012
I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!
As Ryan M. mentioned, Copacabana offers high quality food at street food prices.… Read more »
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ASTORIA, NY
Yelping SinceApril 2008
Find Me InAstoria when home, all over the East coast for work
My HometownGreat Neck, NY
When I'm Not Yelping...On the search for the next adventure
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI love great food
The Last Great Book I ReadSoul of a Chef
My First ConcertJars of Clay
My Favourite MovieEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
My Last Meal On EarthMy mom's Korean BBQ, and a 10 course meal from Gotham with its wine pairings
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I sleep with a stuffed Eeyore