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- Smoked Fish Bagel
cured, smoked mackerel on a house sourdough bagel w/ spread, pickled red onion, boiled egg crumbles & fried capers; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
184 ratings |
opened in 2016; breakfast & lunch spot w/ an eclectic menu of burgers, Asian favorites, donuts & more |
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- Chao Tom (Sugarcane Shrimp)
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4.0 out of 5
3388 ratings |
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- Paris Texas Tacos
looks good
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4.0 out of 5
441 ratings |
[CLOSED]; at the Green Spot gas station; chef worked in 4-star restaurants |
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- Thanksgiving Dinner
3-course meal w/ options for each course; Michael got the following: 1st-seared foie gras served on Concord grape gelee; 2nd-butternut squash risotto w/ sage & spice butter; 3rd-roasted organic free range turkey w/ duck confit sour cherry stuffing, root vegetables and potato puree, cranberry compote and fortified turkey jus; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
1692 ratings |
opened in 1984; many accolades including James Beard Foundation Award - Outstanding Restaurant (2002), only restaurant to have received five consecutive three-star reviews from the New York Times; Other Recipes: Crushed White Bean Bruschetta w/ White Truffle Oil | Red Snapper Braised w/ Rosemary, Potatoes, & Garlic Confit | Shrimp, Spiced Mango, & Avocado Salad w/ Citrus Dressing |
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4.0 out of 5
513 ratings |
opened in 1951; the place to power lunch; brass plaque commemorating a 1969 women's successful sit-in known as "the Grant Grill invasion" protesting men's only sign during lunchtime |
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- Arugula & Parmesan Pizza
crispy thin crust; cheese pizza once baked in wood-burning oven is then covered w/ baby arugula and topped w/ shredded parmigiano reggiano and extra virgin olive oil drizzle
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4.0 out of 5
509 ratings |
opened in 2004; pizzas made w/ Italian flour and tomatoes and baked in a 100% wood-burning brick oven; rooftop patio available from May through September |
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- "The Grasshopper" Charlotte
layered chocolate sponge cake & "grasshopper" ganache sandwiches, coating layers of chocolate parfait, vanilla mouse & mint mousse; "so moist, so creamy, so velvety!" -Geoffrey Zakarian
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4.0 out of 5
267 ratings |
est. 2017; American steakhouse located in the historic Seagram Building; serving classic dishes & cocktails |
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- H-100's (Tater Tots)
cheddar & jack filled, hand rolled tator tots; limited supply daily; served w/ a choice of 6 dipping sauces...Beau's favorite is malt vinegar aioli; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
2733 ratings |
Food War: Baby's Badass vs. Grill 'Em All...Baby's Baddass won (3-votes-to-2); owner used to be the cook for Baby's Badass for only 2 weeks...only to open Grill 'Em All 1 mo. later; food truck w/ heavy metal art; specialize in burgers; long lines; UPDATE: now a sit-down joint in Alhambra |
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- Curry Chutney Chicken Dosa
rice & lentil crépe w/ marinated chicken, curry chutney, roasted onions & spinach; "so rich & wonderful" -Alex Guarnaschelli
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4.0 out of 5
127 ratings |
est. 2001; Indian restaurant specializing in dosas (crepes) w/ non-traditional fillings |
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- Hot Dogs
can choose from 50 homemade toppings; served on Chicago-style poppy seed bun; Michael gets w/ chunky peanut butter, Sriracha hot sauce and "alien" pickle relish (concoction created by his stepson Kyle)
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4.0 out of 5
715 ratings |
neighborhood corner serving hot dogs and beer, and "lots" of live music, from rock and country to punk and polka |
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- Loaded Grilled Cheese
NY cheddar, pepperjack, Swiss, American, bacon, guac & nacho cheese Doritos on sourdough; "an explosion of cheese!" -Courtney Rada
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4.0 out of 5
1205 ratings |
opened in 2012; known for classic burgers, pub food & creative concoctions like "pop rock margs" |
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- XL Corned Beef & Pastrami Sandwich
1.5-lbs house smoked corned beef, 1.5-lbs pastrami, rye bread, served w/ coleslaw; "a meat mountain!" -Courtney Rada
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4.0 out of 5
1238 ratings |
classic Jewish deli & eatery w/ sandwiches more; known for large portions |
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- Savoy Cut Prime Rib
award winning dish; 18-oz of slow cooked beef w/ au jus; "what being alive is all about!" -Brad Miller
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4.0 out of 5
270 ratings |
opened in 1988; upscale steakhouse w/ seafood specialties & handmade pastas |
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- Potato Gnocchi
w/ sage butter & parmesan; "fresh, herbaceous, super earthy" -Alex Guarnaschelli; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
807 ratings |
opened in 2003; upscale farm-to-table Tuscan-American dining |
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- Oxtail Gnocchi
oxtail brined 2 days & braised 4 hrs; w/ roasted garlic, parsley, chives, sherry, horseradish & parmesan; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
1861 ratings |
focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes; seasonal, Mediterranean flavors |
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- Burger
"best burger I've ever eaten"-Cat Cora; available only Mon, Tue and Wed at the bar; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
1596 ratings |
made famous from movie "Sideways" |
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4.0 out of 5
6286 ratings |
started in 1969; moved to current location in 1991; recognized as one of the top 5 burger joints in the country by CNN (2009); "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem" (it's a block from the beach); decor consists of wall-to-wall license plates |
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- The Burger (Double Cheeseburger)
not on menu, served after 10pm, only 24 burgers per night; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
1359 ratings |
[CLOSED]; #1 (America's Best: American Classics); according to website, burgers are also a regular part of Sunday brunch offering |
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- Baked Montana
apple pie, vanilla ice cream, caramel, meringue, torched at the table & topped w/ smoke whiskey; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
67 ratings |
[CLOSED]; est. 2018; restaurant & speakeasy merging classic steakhouse, smokehouse & cocktail bar |
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- Chicken Pot Pie
chicken & vegetable filling inside a homemade crust; baked to order; veggie option available; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
472 ratings |
[CLOSED]; est. 2017; diner known for nostalgic & eclectic dishes & desserts |
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4.0 out of 5
1052 ratings |
opened in 2013; first-come-first-serve walk-up counter-service bar-b-que hall until BBQ is sold out; live music on weekend nights |
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4.0 out of 5
2388 ratings |
[CLOSED]; #87 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown);
#8 (America's Best: American Classics); opened in 1996; outdoor seating available; in historic Charleston; country-style institution |
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- Honey Butter Fried Chicken Sandwich
fried chicken breast & honey butter, option to add cheese; looks good
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4.0 out of 5
2195 ratings |
est. 2013; casual restaurant known for fried chicken & house dipping sauces; vegan & gluten free options available |
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- The Brookie
"inspired by baked in brooklyn" chocolate chip cookie meets chocolate fudge brownie w/ salted caramel chunk ice cream
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4.0 out of 5
2912 ratings |
est 2012; "chef-driven, farm-to-table cuisine with an emphasis on locally and regionally sourced ingredients in an approachable and comfortable setting" (from its website) |
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- Prime Rib
carved at the table
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4.0 out of 5
8942 ratings |
#4 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Steak);
San Francisco Landmark; cozy English-style dining room setting |
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