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Real Name: Karen
Lives In: Sunderland, UK
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Carmine's: Go with a Group
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  • Restaurant Name: CARMINE'S

    We were lucky enough to meet up with some people we'd met on the Internet and had a fabulous evening here. The place can get very busy and noisy, but I think that adds to the atmosphere.
    Lovely cocktails, service was great, and the food brilliant.

    Favorite Dish: As I've only been once, I don't have a favourite, but we had Calimari to start and then a pasta dish which was lovely. The portions are HUGE which is why it's advisable to go in a group of 6 or more.

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    Theme: Italian
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: US$31-40  » Currency Converter
    Phone: (212) 221-3800
    Address: 200 West 44th Street
    Directions: Just off Times Square
    There is another branch on Broadway, Details on website.
    Website: http://www.carminesnyc.com/
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    Central Park Boathouse: What a View
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  • Restaurant Name: The Boathouse

    I've wanted to go here ever since I saw it in When Harry Met Sally. Our Big Apple Greeter who was taking us around the park, joined us for brunch on a Saturday morning. It's fantastic. We were lucky enough to get a table on the front of the deck, the service was great, and the food lovely. Turtles were swimming right up to the edge of the decking.I would love to be able to go back here again.

    Favorite Dish: Again, as it was my first visit, no favourite yet, but there were 4 of us and each of us enjoyed the meal we had.

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    Theme: Eclectic/International
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: US$31-40  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 212-517-2233
    Address: Central Park
    Directions: See website for details. The restaurant does not have a dedicated website.
    Website: http://www.centralparknyc.org/virtualpark/thegreatlawn/loebboathouse
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    Jack Dempsey's: Good Value
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  • Restaurant Name: Jack Dempsey's

    We stumbled across this bar after having been up the Empire State Building. Nice atmosphere, the staff were really friendly. There's the added value of them having a VIP pass to the ESB that they let you borrow(you have to leave a passport behind the bar till you return it). It gets you in free, and you jump all the queues. We visited again on an evening and took advantage of it. Definitely a winner

    Favorite Dish: I had a gorgeous Ceasar Salad, but like every other meal in the USA, i was unable to eat all of it as the portions are too big.Tasted fantastic though.

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    Theme: Pub/Brewery
    Comparison: less expensive than average
    Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
    Address: West 33rd Street
    Directions: W 33rd on RHS between 5th and 6th
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    Arties: Delicious Deli
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  • Restaurant Name: Arties

    We popped into Arties for a quick bite, and ended up staying a while! The staff were really welcoming, and the menu very extensive. The waitress had to explain a few items to us! They have a sort of "outside/inside" area, where the windows can be opened right back, and you can sit and watch the world go by. They do special catering...one of which is entitled "My Son's Becoming A Doctor Party". These people definitely have a sense of humour. A very fun place.

    Favorite Dish: I shared a Jewish Chef Salad with my sister, and yet we still couldn't finish it between us. Beware..the portions are HUGE

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    Theme: Deli
    Comparison: less expensive than average
    Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 212.579.5959
    Address: 2290 Broadway(at 83rd)
    Directions: Upper West Side
    Website: www.arties.com
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    Café Lalo: Where''s Tom Hanks ???????????
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    This is the most beautiful European style cafe. If you have ever seen the film "You've Got Mail". you'll recognise it all lit up, but the menu is very good and it's well worth a visit, even if only for a coffee. it gets very busy on an evening, and noisy, but we went at breakfast time one day, and it was much quieter.

    Favorite Dish: The pastries are gorgeous!

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    Theme: Eclectic/International
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
    Phone: (212) 496-6031
    Address: 201 West, 83rd Street
    Directions: Upper West Side
    Website: www.cafelalo.com
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    davesut Fri Feb 16, 2007 21:19 UTC
     Thanks for ATM advice. Great tips especially EState queue jump.
    Bangkokjoe Sun Apr 30, 2006 07:12 UTC
     Karen, these tips are so very helpful. This film buff / sports buff is now even more excited about the trip. Brooklyn Bridge... oeerrrr.... hadn't thought it would be scary.
    RickinDutch Tue Jan 24, 2006 00:02 UTC
     Thanks for the refreshingly honest tips on the hotels! Birthday greetings from Alaska!
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     I really dig the Kitchen Sink comment about the stadium.
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