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Real Name: Sophie Thomas
Lives In: Cambridge, UK
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New York City Restaurants
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Balthazar: Fine French Cuisine
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  • Restaurant Name: Balthazar

    Balthazar may seem like an intimidating place, and the waitresses give off a somewhat snooty vibe on entering Balthazar, but the food is excellent and the waitresses turn out friendly asfter all. Lavish surroundings, with a French feel. 'Reminiscent of a turn of the century Paraisian brasserie' says the website. I spent New Year's Eve evening at B. and had soup and Mahi Mahi, both of which were excellent. The menu is varied and everything fresh and cooked to your specifications. 'Bistro food'. They offer breakfast through to late night dinner and have a full wine list. Plus you can get french bread and pastries from the Bakery. Yum!

    Favorite Dish: The Mahi Mahi. Cooked very well.

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    Theme: French
    Comparison: more expensive than average
    Prices: US$31-40  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 965-1414
    Address: 80 Spring Street, New York
    Directions: Soho
    Website: www.balthazarny.com
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    Sushi Samba: Sushi, Sushi, Sushi
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  • New York City Sushi Samba
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  • Restaurant Name: Sushi Samba 7

    I came here twice and both times it was at the weekend and thus evry busy. However, we were a large party of 11, and they were able to find us a table without too much of a wait, esp. without a reservation. The waiters are friendly and offer prompt service. There is also someone to take your coats. A wide selection of everything from sushi to California rolls, with substantial portions (I was satisfied with my 6 California rolls). Prices are relatively cheap compared to other NY sushi restaurants. Drinks menu was fairly large but expensive.
    Chilean sea bass, pan seared salmon and steamed Mahi Mahi are specials.

    Favorite Dish: California rolls.

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    Theme: Japanese/Sushi
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 212 691 7885
    Address: 87 7th Ave south, New York
    Directions: West Village
    Website: www.sushisamba.com
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    Il Mosto: Italiano - molto buono
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  • Restaurant Name: Il Mosto

    I had brunch here with a very large group, which definitely affected the service. However, it's a great place asthetically (think old Italian cafe), and very relaxed with friendly waiters (if not that prompt). I had spaghetti with a traditional sauce which came in a huge portion, accompanied by bread (with oil and balsamic vinager). It was delicious and my friends told me that the eggs benedict were great too.

    Favorite Dish: Spaghetti.

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    Theme: Italian
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 212 228 9912
    Address: 87 2nd Ave. @ 5th St. - New York
    Directions: Lower East Side
    Website: www.mostoosteria.com
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    Ben Ash Delicatessen: Cake heaven
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  • Restaurant Name: Ben Ash Delicatessen

    2003: I came across this place by accident but gained 10 pounds because of it. There is a deli/restaurant attached to this place, but my eyes were on the cakes. I had a brownie which was so huge I spent the day eating it - and I'm no small eater. At $6 it wasn't cheap, but it was THE best brownie I've had and I strongly advise anyone going past to go in and try one. Or make a special trip. If you're travelling with kids, this is a great way to keep them quiet for a few hours. Ben Ash offers many other cakes which all looked yummy.

    2005: Went there August '05 and am still of the opinion that this place has the most delicious brownies. PLUS, the service was the friendliest I received during my 3 days in NYC. Very friendly and nice people who work there. PLUS, I think the brownies go cheaper because I paid $4.95.

    Favorite Dish: The brownie - fattening but who cares, right?

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    Theme: Deli
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: less than US$10  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 212 265 1818
    Address: 857 7th Avenue at the corner of 55th St.
    Directions: Mid-town and close to Central Park
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    Pizza Villagrio: Pizza
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  • Restaurant Name: Pizza Villagrio

    After an afternoon working our way through the crowds at the Whitney museum, my friends and I stumbled across this almost empty pizza place a couple of streets away from Central park. Great Italian pizza and salads at very resonable prices. Also offers pasta and calzone. Excellent value for money. $2 for a slice of excellent pizza and under $5 for a large salad.
    Good if travelling with kids as they'll love the pizza.

    Favorite Dish: The pizza of course! But my Greek salad was fantastic too.

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    Theme: Italian
    Comparison: least expensive
    Prices: less than US$10  » Currency Converter
    Address: 153 West 57th St. - Across from Carnegie Hall
    Directions: Near Central Park - Mid Town
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    Cosi: Hot Chocolate Galore
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  • Restaurant Name: Cosi

    Cosi is a chain so there are a few in NY. It's a coffee place that is (I think) less commercialised than Starbucks. THE BEST mint hot chocolates, plus excellent food for average prices. Great for groups or individuals, and most Cosi's are open until late.

    Favorite Dish: The mint hot chocolates are a must!

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    Theme: Coffeehouse
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: less than US$10  » Currency Converter
    Address: 1633 Broadway and Union Square (the ones I know)
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    Cosi: Cosi - again
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  • New York City - Ken and me in Cosi, enjoying mint hot chocolates
  • Ken and me in Cosi, enjoying mint
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  • Restaurant Name: Cosi

    Great ambience, friendly waiters, and a decent menu.


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    Theme: Coffeehouse
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: less than US$10  » Currency Converter
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    One and One: Irish Cuisine with an English twist
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  • Restaurant Name: One and One

    Came across this place randomly with 2 friends after visiting some BAD (and not in the good bad sense) comedy. A very dimly lit, but welcoming Irish-type pub (Americanised-Irish pub - this place was clean, and everything was replica style). Not sure if it's part of a chain, but the drinks were well priced and the food looked good. My friend had fish and chips with mushy peas - very English - which he said were excellent. They had rugby on the t.v and music playing, so it was a very relaxed, casual sort of place. Somewhere you can spend the evening talking to friends.

    Favorite Dish: The Fish and Chips w/mushy peas were supposedly excellent. Cost - $9.

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    Theme: Pub/Brewery
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
    Address: Around 1st Avenue
    Directions: Lower East Side, Manhattan
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    Jamba Juice: The best smoothies
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  • Restaurant Name: Jamba Juice

    I frequented their San Diego branch every weekend - coming from England smoothies, esp. freshly made ones, are something of a novelty. Granted, come winter, no-one's going to want a cold smoothie, but in the warmer months and in summer, you can go wrong with one of their yummy concoctions - into which they can add a free 'mix in'. For example protein, calcium, vitamin c in powder form. They also sell freshly squeezed juices and wheat grass.

    Favorite Dish: Protein Berry Pizazz.

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    Theme: Other
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: less than US$10  » Currency Converter
    Address: Across the road from Bryant Park on 42nd st.
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    Comments for Sophie1980 about New York City
    acemj Wed Aug 27, 2003 02:01 UTC
     Great page, Sophie. You really captured YOUR NY experience, not the cookie-cutter NYC tourist traps. Great page and happy birthday!
    Phillylawyer_19107 Wed Aug 6, 2003 10:26 UTC
     Good tip about the forced donation at the natural history museum. What a weird way to raise money, isn't it? Either make it voluntary or charge regular admission. tsk, tsk.
    KaiM Tue Jun 10, 2003 22:34 UTC
     You´re right bout the street vendors. Got some bagels, too, but preferred the hot dogs.
    Hosell Thu May 8, 2003 01:07 UTC
     Great page and pics,glad you had a great month in NY and maked a lot of friends!!
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