Pio Pio Salon – S. American (Peruvian BBQ Chicken), Upper West Side

Posted on August 2, 2008 by justinrhyme

Pio Pio Salon 702 Amsterdam Ave, at 94th St (212) 665-3000 Pricing: Cheap Venue: Sit Down Cuisine: S. American Favorite Dish(es): Chicken Pio ($10); Salchipapa, side dish ($4) It’s a decent sized restaurant, good for guests, and seems a bit on the fancier side for this sort of cuisine, but isn’t unreasonably priced or pretentious. We [...]

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Josie’s – American, Upper West Side

Posted on August 2, 2008 by justinrhyme

300 Amsterdam Ave, 74th St (212) 769-1212 Pricing: Not Cheap Venue: Sit Down Cuisine: American, Health Food, Organic Favorite Dish(es): Seared Asian Tofu Salad ($14.75), Bread of the Day (complimentary) When I hear the words “organic” and “wholesome,” I am usually the first to raise a brow, but Josie’s has lifted my skepticism towards organic [...]

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Cafe Viva – Pizza, Upper West Side

Posted on August 2, 2008 by justinrhyme

2578 Broadway, between 97th and 98th Sts (212) 663-8482 Pricing: Cheap Venue: Take Out Cuisine: Pizza Favorite Dish(es): Zen Slice ($5.25), Azteca Slice ($4.25), Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna ($8.75) This place is surprisingly good for a kosher vegan pizza place, using quality ingredients with a wide selection of menu items to choose from. I was [...]

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Taqueria Y Fonda – Mexican, Upper West Side

Posted on August 2, 2008 by justinrhyme

968 Amsterdam Ave, between 107th and 108th Sts (212) 531-0383 Pricing: Cheap Venue: Take Out Cuisine: Mexican Favorite Dish(es): Chicken Burrito ($8.50), Beef Alambre ($8.95), Carne Asada Taco w/ Cheese ($3.75) Super authentic, hole-in-the-wall Mexican, with the real deal soft two-bite tacos and the spicy green avocado and roasted pepper sauces. Their cheese is like [...]

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Calle Ocho – S. American, Upper West Side

Posted on August 2, 2008 by justinrhyme

446 Columbus Ave, between 81st and 82nd Sts (212) 873-5025 Pricing: Not Cheap Venue: Sit Down Cuisine: Contemporary South American Favorite Dish(es): Rabo Oxtail Empanadas ($12); Chicharron Calamari ($11); Assorted Sangrias – Peach, Mango, Tangerine (drinks $9) Spacious with modern decor, lounge/bar area, and the tastiest complimentary little cheese puffs served before dinner. Online Menu

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Good Enough to Eat – American, Upper West Side

Posted on July 8, 2007 by justinrhyme

483 Amsterdam Ave, between 83rd and 84th Sts (212) 496-0163 Pricing: Not Cheap Venue: Sit Down Cuisine: Homestyle American Favorite Dish(es): Turkey Quesadillas (brunch special $8.50); Smoked Salmon Salad ($14.50); Blueberry Pie a la mode ($8) Cute country-themed Upper West Side restaurant with good brunch dishes and salads. But the main draw is the homemade [...]

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