Copyright 2001-2023 by the eGullet Society for Culinary Arts & Letters, All Rights Reserved Once in a while I remembered to eat and since money was tight, Id get a bran muffin or bagel at Fairway below which would last me all day. Murrays Sturgeon2429 Broadway, nr. Caf Luxembourg200 W. 70th St., nr. 2023 Vox Media, LLC. People are usually here for one thing: the Hot Chicken Sandwich! Hi-Life Bar & Grill is one of the Upper West sides most popular and longstanding neighborhood restaurants (est. Over the years Ive made two feature films on the UWS inspired by the stories of people I met here. The "Tip Top" and "Steinberg's Dairy" were 2 of my favorites growing up, plus the Steakhouse on 72nd Street with the big cows eyes ? I think "Victo 247 W 72nd St, New York, NY. Sometimes a crisis that stops you in ur tracks allows new truths. They were not alone; I think the average age of the customers was about 75. Almost every dish at Senn Thai costs less than $15, and theres a big variety of above-average options involving rice and noodles. This Israeli restaurant is also open for dinner, and its a great option for a nice, casual night out. Made me ache for some things I missed because I was otherwise occupied. The neighborhood synergy makes sense. Basta cos. And let us not forget Tip Toe Inn, beloved by my grandfather and his wife when they moved to the UWS in the 1970s. With little room to maneuver, Hasegawa et al. These advertising-free forums are provided free of charge through donations from Society members. Hope you write more, best maggi. I have to say that was the most beautiful, specific, and colorful article Ive read in a long time. Upon learning this tidbit, I checked it against Zagat's historic restaurant list and didn't find it. There are ribs and catfish tacos on the menu, but what you really come here for are the otherworldly biscuit sandwiches that are actually just huge piles of food that happen to include bread on the top and the bottom. Whatever.). I loved this story, made me cry. Brought me right back. The greatest hits of the Upper East Side. 87th St.; 212-724-4707. But the real star of the show is Bun Bo Bo with sizzling butter beef and Bun Cha with fire-charred pork skewers and patties, crispy roll, served with a noodle and veggie platter! Victor's Cafe was on the corner of 71 St. and Columbus. A very close look reveals a phone number under Free Delivery. And that number turns out to still belong to . We moved five years ago but still read the WSR and again thank you for the beautiful memories! I have a sneaking suspicion I know the author from one of my favorite coffee shops. Sink your teeth into our pasta, seafood, or meat entrees with our Dont forget to grab a bottle of Allagash White, a Belgian-style witbier with a refreshing balance of citrus and spice to cut down the fat! Sinai hospital, probably a day or two after being born) until 1987 when I went to college. It almost didn't occur to me to look at the Zagat entry for Fine & Schapiro to see if the date is noted there. At Awadh, Anands bi-level restaurant on Broadway, the lamb is as tender as the night, manna for the toothless. And pair it with some Buffalo Cauliflower. The sense of time is both seductive and deceiving. Must-try includes Shakshuka, Croissant Sandwich, Herbed Eggs, and Burekas. Fish. WebBig Nicks Burger and Pizza Joint at Broadway and 77th Street. Great reminder of the wonderful things that bring us together. (212) 540-5247. View ephemeralnewyorks profile on Facebook. - Dr. Cox on Scrubs. edited after reading MHesse's superior information. They are good on a shockingly addicting level! This New York restaurant is run by grandmothers. I still love the people but those places and people were special. The Milling Room446 Columbus Ave., nr. I studied dance on a scholarship at the famed Steps Dance Studio on Broadway and 74th, 8 hours a day and acting at night. Wilsons regular (Hey Debbie & Glen! The combination of fat, salt, and spice makes any version so scrumptious! Their interiors are soft and voluptuous. Always have yourself a bowl of Tonkotsu Ramen when youre here. With its garish colors and hard surfaces, the corner that houses Grays Papaya may seem like strange shelter from the storm. I recall seeing Leonard Bernstein and Tiny Tim walking around on 72, the actor Martin Balsam at a nearby table in some Italian joint whose name escapes me. Thanks for the lovely article. Thanks for this. Start your day off on the right foot with Nova Scotia Salmon Scrambled Eggs. The restaurant is getting closer he swears. Create Job Alert A Special Edition of Pupper West Side: Remembering Mr. PWS A Little Dog Who Led A Big Life, See Shakespeare in the Parks This Weekend Like You've Never Seen It Before -- Masked and Socially Distanced, Openings & Closings: Zaad, Kissaki, La Terrine, How Local Cops Broke the E-Bike Case: I Floored It, Captain Says. This gourmet deli and grocer has been in the same location for over 80 years. City Council One Step Closer to Really, Finally Making Streeteries Permanent, A New Bakery With Legendary Baguettes and Overlooked Egg Tarts. I still love love love it here so thank you for such upbeat forward thinking encouragement !! While exploring The Ribbons menu, youll notice that The Ribbon mainly serves the classics with enough of a twist to make the food stand out. WebPosted 4:37:21 AM. I remember having Imam Bayildi for the first time at that meal. Though my exploits were tamer, I loved many of the same hangouts during my 40 years on the uws. Apply Now. I hope she gets to see what all of her fans have to say They totally nail it! (sorry) I LOVED that chain; they were all over, until when? What to order: Nova Scotia Salmon Scrambled Eggs, Pastrami Sandwich, Chicken Liver, Address: 541 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024. Web1980s1990s: Boy Bar (15 St. Marks Pl.) Construction at 282 Grand Street is nearing completion. How wonderful, thank you so much for writing this. He did this along Broadway from the lower Broadway all the way up to the North End of Manhattan. Loved reading itespecially during a time when the Upper West is not getting such great play. If youre looking for somewhere on the UWS to bring your whole family for a great dinner thatll cost around $15 per person, this is the place. Cue the renaissance tune. A fire shut down the dining room after a month in business. The fried chicken here (the original location was in Harlem) is famously made in a cast iron skillet rather than a deep fryer, and the meat comes out tender beneath a well-seasoned crust. Grab your chore coat. Big Nicks Burger and Pizza Joint at Broadway and 77th Street. Nice Martin has been Much hay has rightly been made of the square pepperoni slice at Mamas Too!, the offshoot of Mamas, a mainstay of slice culture a few blocks south. 6. My favorite was Chun Cha Foo, a Mandarin restaurant between 91st and 92nd on Broadway. 108th St.; 917-675-6878. One more thing to know: Thai Market fuels Columbia students in the same way that Red Bull and late nights do, so youll probably spot a bunch of 20-year-olds here. And yes, Victor's (Cuban) was somewhere up there, before it opened on 52nd Street. Even in the fairly short time I've been in my current apartment, several spots have turned over multiple times. The steakhouse Irwin refers to was Mrs. One requirement for identifying yourself as a New Yorker is being able to name your favorite neighborhood diner. I think La Rosita, further north on Broadway between 107th and 108th Sts., has been there equally long. Will it be pigs ear, sliced into ribbons like meat fettuccine? Typically, these mix of traits make for an extra awesome Restaurant Team Member - Crew (1122 - Upper West Side). You cant go wrong with their Banh Mi filled with charbroiled pork belly thats crazy good, and a Crispy Rice Cake appetizer thats filled with ground mung bean & pork and comes with a tangy soy dressing. 12 Best Upper West Side NYC Restaurants To Eat At (+ What To Order). I hope many more wonderful times are ahead for you & the UWS. Like at a Just Salad for the ballsy, diners approach the counter at this Sichuan-by-way-of-Flushing fast-casual joint to contemplate an array of options. To another 30 years at least! Sushi Nonaka offers a couple of omakase options starting at $105 (as well as la carte sushi), with a selection of fish that changes depending on what they get shipped that day. If you (or your partner) are not in the mood for ramen, you can always get something like a Salmon Sashimi Rice Bowl, Chicken Curry, or Soba Noodles. Thanks to the author for writing and West Side Rag for publishing. Barry, came by and asked me straight out: how to find the perfect mate? Ephemeral New York in THE NEW YORKTIMES! 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It is not an offshoot or a clone, and so no matter how wonderful the Mermaid Inn or the Ribbon, for instance, might be, for these purposes, they are hors concours. We recommend this neighborhood spot for anything from a date to dinner with your family, just show up on the early side if you dont want to wait for a table since they dont accept reservations. I agree with your love of the neighborhood. WebSpecialties: Step into Carmine's Italian Restaurant in NYC's Upper West Side, and you'll see why every day feels like Sunday afternoon at Grandma's. A tourist favorite. Although I am new to the neighborhood, after decades in Washington Heights, this sweet, lovely essay captures so much about what I love about the West Side (my sons used to call the top of Washington Heights the real upper west side) and New York City more generally. They used to be all over the 5 Boroughs and the Suburb's, generally seemed busy to a visitor it's hard to understand why there are now so few left. That was a wonderful trip down memory lane. On Broadway I can think of none. 68th and 69th? Leonti103 W. 77th St., nr. Alan looked a little like Howard Stern who worked out at the same gym as I. The spread is astonishing. Thanks to the Rag for publishing this fine story. This is so lovely, really enjoyed reading your story, We MUST have crossed paths as we hung out in all of the same places (Do you think they were dropping Acid when they named it? ) Lovely and loving. He dusts porcini on cod, and is generous with the lobster that studs his gnocchi. Smaller than Greengrass, Murrays Sturgeon is strictly a takeaway operation, but no less a marvel of mid-century Jewry. Ephemeral New York's new book made it on their 2016 holiday gift idea list. Caf la Fortuna was one of my favorites. Chanterelle (New York City restaurant) Chelsea Place. What a treasure it is to live here! I moved into my first UWS apartment in 1988 at the Milburn Hotel, 242 W. 76th Street, 11th floor. No less august a man of letters than Philip Roth extolled the virtues of the lox, eggs, and onion, which the writer called more American than apple pie. That holy trinity fish, allium, zygote has, for years, been an icon of the old Upper West Side, a beacon to which the madding crowd draws every weekend morning for the click-clatter of an old New York brunch. Team Player; Personable; We once went to Mamas Too when it was 15 degrees outside. We enjoyed so many of the places you mentioned. Reading it makes my heart beat faster and my body shiver with the joy of all our city friends, neighbors, and perhaps most of all friendly strangers. It wisely opened near Columbia, where the highest percentage of international students are from China. La Tacita de Oro, a Cuban-Chinese place, was in the old wooden former-general-store corner building on 100 St. and Broadway for the longest time until a few years ago, when they were forced to move and moved half a block south. Too bad it closed after 30+ years. Serving signature Vietnamese dishes with a twist in a homey, friendly ambiance, Bnh Vietnamese Shop House is going to surprise you with its stunning dishes! I have lived on the Upper West Side all of my life, remember so many of the things you wrote about so beautifully. Wow- Captain Nemo, that brings back memories. As a teenager I made my dream come true. According to their website, Westside Restaurant, Broadway and 69th, has been around since 1965. This casual Thai restaurant on Amsterdam Avenue specializes in street food. Gjelinas Owners Insist Their New York Restaurant Will Reopen. Ephemeral New York in the NEW YORK DAILYNEWS! Announcing a new leader in the competition: V&T Pizza says 1945. By signing up, I agree to the .css-bwwgd3{transition-property:var(--chakra-transition-property-common);transition-duration:var(--chakra-transition-duration-fast);transition-timing-function:var(--chakra-transition-easing-ease-out);cursor:pointer;-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;outline:2px solid transparent;outline-offset:2px;color:currentColor;font-size:inherit;line-height:160%;}.css-bwwgd3:hover,.css-bwwgd3[data-hover]{-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;}.css-bwwgd3:focus,.css-bwwgd3[data-focus]{box-shadow:var(--chakra-shadows-outline);}Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. One of them would wear a Mozart wig and the birthday guest could wear the Mozart wig as well. We would all stay till six in the mornings and everybody would be singing under the table at that time. 282 Grand Street. Great spot for an espresso and biscotti. Learn how your comment data is processed. Chocolatier Lagusta Yearwood of Lagustas Luscious applies a ridiculous old-school punk-DIY aesthetic to her sweets. Everybody has Problems, but Chemists have Solutions. WebUpper West Area Restaurant Guide. Cleopatra, though for a few years called At Our Place, has been there a long time, but it used to be a straight Egyptian restaurant (with a few Mediterranean touches, I guess). Ah, thank you Marianne. What to order: Pork Buns, Tonkotsu Ramen, Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, Shoyu Ramen, Address: 462 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024. Also, the corner grocery on West End and 72nd is licensed with a name like "San Juan Hill", which makes me strongly suspect it has been there for a long time. Those were the days. From tasting-menu places to incredible takeout spots, here's where you should be eating in Greenpoint. 7 elevated You were so adventurous and brave and gained many memories. Lucknow, the capital of Awadh, the state in Uttar Pradesh from whence Gaurav Anand draws culinary inspiration, is renowned for its transcendent taste. They often appear as ordinary rocks, yet, broken open, reveal true beauty. The sushi and sashimi are traditional-forward at Sushi Kaito, but we promise you, the more basic they prepare the dish, the better taste and texture you can get! Thank you so much for this, Marianne! The thick-cut slices of pepperoni turn into little cups that hold drops of precious grease, glistening like pork nectar. There are technically better bagels in New York City, but in terms of all-around experience, Barney Greengrass is hard to beat. I remember seeing the brilliant Jeffrey Wright around when he played in Angels in America on Broadway. According to their web site, the Kosher butcher Fischer Bros. & Leslie has been on 72nd street since 1949. Chick Chicks play on Korean-Nashville Hot Chicken is crunchier than it is fiery, and we could write an entire review of this twice-fried, chili-dusted poultry production with pickles and creamy white sauce. Of course, now it's been Cleopatra's Needle for years, the food is different, and the interior is radically changed from the former groovy but dark 60s style, but it is in the same location. At the time, raw fish was a relatively new concept and I was a bit squeamish about it but was won over once I tried it. thank you so much. Restaurant history of the Upper West Side, Copyright 2001-2023 by the eGullet Society for Culinary Arts & Letters, All Rights Reserved. La Caridad on 78th has been around for a while I think. Bird Dog offers the most useful luxury of all. Try the daikon cakes sauted in a sticky soy sauce with bean sprouts, eggs, and scallions, or the Thai Market egg crepe filled with shrimp, hot peppers, tofu, and sweet coconut sauce. The space at Boulud Sud gently curved ceiling, colorful banquettes in harlequin stripes, white tablecloths radiates monied calm. Jin Ramen is pure heaven for all ramen lovers in the Upper West Side, this is absolutely worth a trip if youre looking to satisfy your ramen cravings and your empty tummy. could that be? Since Bnh first opened its door in 2020, its become one of the best restaurants to have graced the neighborhood. 3. With a blizzard of cayenne and paprika, and a twice-fried, flaky exterior, the sandwich is like a combination of Nashville version flavor and Korean fried chicken texture. Upper West Side NYC Restaurants. Booked 10 times today. They only serve Omakase with the Classic option (13 courses) and the Premium option (17 courses). Weighed in a bowl, these ingredients are then whisked into a kitchen in the back and emerge, mere minutes later, as a delicious dried hot pot. Inspired by the 1968 thread, I wanted to start a separate topic to discuss Upper West Side restaurant history. Caf Lux, to regulars, belongs to the proud lineage of West Side French spots like La Caravelle and Le Poulailler (and Le Quercy and too many too long gone to name). Beef-bone broth arrives in a delicate Ginori porcelain cup. One of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the city, Bnh serves dishes like bn b b with sizzling butter beef, a pork belly bnh m thats a contender for the best in the city, and a crispy bnh chng chin appetizer thats filled with pork and comes with a tangy soy dressing. Dont believe us? Here, the very best restaurants on the Upper West Side. McGlades, a tavern across from ABC, it's a Starbucks now. I believe it was called Susse Chalet, in the Hotel Olcott building, which then became Dallas Jones BBQ, then Dallas BBQ, and now everybody just calls it BBQ -- there are also quite a few branches around the city now, at least 5. All of that changed after John Lennon was killed but at the time it was great knowing that ppl who could live anywhere they pleased chose my neighborhood , Leda: haha, I found the perfect mate a couple of times but didnt know it till I found myself , Loved your beautifully written memories. Al Buon Gusto also had a great pizza, though I couldn't tell you what their slogan was I also seem to recall them being on 68th between Broadway Go to Appearance > Customize > Subscribe Pop-up to set this up. Start it right with the creamy, delicious Sasso Chicken Liver Mousse. Jacobs Pickles must be the star of the show by serving huge portion of brunch dishes in a spacious, casual, easy-going ambiance! From old-school staples to restaurants changing the dining landscape of the neighborhood, these are our favorite spots on the Lower East Side. Click click bloody click pancakes! And finally, the Bear Bar on 76th & Broadway with a slightly damaged wooden bear head sticking out from the wall. Loyal fans routinely swing by for their craveable food and the menu with a roster of all-time favorites. From classic Jewish delis and traditional Japanese restaurants to some of the citys high-end French restaurants, from a fancy menu to the most casual one, this neighborhood always has a spot for you. 5. During happy hour, he does brisk business in gaufrettes and gougres at the bar, incidentally the longest zinc bar in Manhattan, And the menu is AP Bistro. Munificent and nebbishy, a portrait of Barney Greengrass, the original Sturgeon King, keeps watch as a brisk trade is done in Jewish appetizing: silken sheets of nova, sturgeon, chubs, whitefish, sable. On the weekends, if you dont get here by 11:30 am, prepare to wait outside for a while! And dont worry, its not as spicy as its name might suggest. I believe it was called Susse Chalet, in the Hotel Olcott building, which then became Dallas Jones BBQ, then Dallas BBQ, and now everybody just cal Settle down with the famous Seafood Soup with salmon, shrimp, and loads of chopped veggies make this chowder a hearty, herby meal-in-a-bowl! Its impossible to leave un-full or unsatisfied. This was a lovely portrait of the reason so many of us moved here. The 2nd Floor Bar & Essen is a speakeasy style cocktail bar serving a twist on classic Jewish Deli favorites. Get alerts to jobs like this, to your inbox. Like a precursor to Tony Roma's and Rachel's,they had onion ring bricks. WebMo Gridder's Montrachet (restaurant) Moondance Diner Mori (restaurant) Munson Diner N Nedick's O Oak Room (Plaza Hotel) Old London Inc. Onyx Club P Le Pavillon (Henri Yo quiero pancakes! I'll contribute the first informational tidbit: the venerable Fine & Schapiro delicatessen on 72nd Street apparently dates to 1927. Weren't a bunch of those around in the 1970s and earlier? The Upper West Side doesnt always get the restaurant credit it deserves. 6. And the gruff bodega owner on the east side of Columbus between 76-77th Streets who wore roller blades? As everyones saying, this is so lovely and heartfelt and moreover it rings so true. That would make it 1974. Start it right with Mahi Mahi, an incredible piece of fish with hen of the woods, trumpet, and like five other varieties of mushroom. 2023 West Side Rag | All rights reserved. Nice Matin. 72nd St.; 212-799-0243. Were so sure that youll adore the tender, succulent flavor of every bite. This was long before the area got gentrified and it was the best. It was personal and made me melancholic. Been here since 1974 from Philadelphia and will always love this city. The Best Restaurants On The Upper West Side. 17. ALF is scheduled to open in Chelsea Market next month. A yakitori exploration of the discarded parts of Americas most overlooked protein. In video, photos, and text, Big Nicks was my lunch staple and he knew our kids since they were born. Loved every word of this. I would watch sunsets at Riverside Park and read self help books. 247 W 72nd St, New York, NY. Jean Georges. I would bet the oldest restaurant on 72nd between West End and Broadway is All State Cafe, which dates back to the 1960's under that name. Which means you should be ordering their turkey sandwich. Dont you dare judge.. Thank you for wonderful writing and sharing some true west side experiences. Nice Martin has been the Upper West Sides most elegant, beautifully designed, and sophisticated dining destination for nearly two decades. Our less famous pizzerias are in danger of getting gobbled up. 74th Street Cafe & Steakhouse2121 Broadway, nr. Your palate will thank you for having this! While not a restaurant, but does anyone know how long Williams B-B-Q, the chicken place just off the SE corner of B'way and 86th has been there? Three months later, the New York Daily News came calling. Upon entering, youll be amazed by their bustling atmosphere and the stunning aroma of steamed dumplings in the air. Now thinking about Cafe Lalos early days, when Ollies was on 84th st., Yuki on 91st, when Saigon Grill was the first restaurant that I knew of that kept your phone number for faster ordering. Broadway; 212-595-1313. And Zum Zum, which has been discussed before -- was there a branch on the UWS? From classic Jewish delis and Dominican standbys to some of the best places to eat Szechuan or Vietnamese food in Manhattanthe options on the Upper West Side will satisfy nearly any mood you (or the people you need to please) are in. Anyone remember the Larmen Dosanko (sp?) Diane's had BIG (7-ounce) burgers with all sorts of toppings. Afterwards we would go to Big Nicks on 76th Street, open 23 hours where we would have greasy omelettes prepared by the owner Big Nick himself. The best thing are the people, my neighbors, from all walks of life, a tolerant colorful mix of ethnicities, orientations, families, artists, intellectuals, business people, kooks and homeless. Theres a bar area upstairs and a large dining room in the basement, and the whole space leans into the coastal-Greek theme. He introduced me to many of his friends in the biz like the late Raul Julia at Wilsons restaurant at the Lucerne, Gregory Hines at the China Club in the basement of the Beacon Hotel where we danced the night away and where I turned down a modeling contract by John Casablancas, owner of the Elite Model Mgmt, because I wanted to be an artist rather than a model. When Tom Valenti closed Ouest in 2016, hair shirts were donned and laments rose to the heavens. The space is bright and pleasant, with big windows and some leafy vines scattered throughout, and theres a bar in the back in case you want to dine solo. 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