Tuesday's - you could get a rack of ribs, big salad with lots of fresh blue cheese, and a baked potato for $9.99. 108 Food Dried Hot Pot2794 Broadway, nr. another Cherry patron! The wait staff then would take a Polaroid picture. Columbus Ave.; 212-877-2874. Love the dance picture! God, do you people understand every language except English? 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. Japanese place where Blockbuster is on the corner of 69th and Amsterdam? Will you remember the classic French bistro dishes at Cafe Luxembourg forever? I can't remember it ever not being there. The menu reads like a Sondheim revue of bistro classics, but the greatest hits here are truly great: a perfectly executed steak-frites with an exoskeleton of char, a silky au poivre sauce, and salty fries; garlicky moules marinires; and a crock of French onion soup that, like the aproned waiters, has a warm heart under a crusty exterior. It should taste as much like Wingstops version as possible., The Barber Who Moonlights As a Salumi Master. Fancy. Brooks Headley Loves Every Inch of the New Superiority Burger. The Absolute Best Restaurants on the Upper West Side. The Ribbon is smart, too. And Zum Zum, which has been discussed before -- was there a branch on the UWS? At the end of the wooden burnt pier was a tent pitched by a homeless guy named Barry, who would push around a stroller with a large Shakespearean book in it, blowing into a straw making shrill noises. Tap a Keg, Marvin Gardens, th bar restaurant on 79 and Columbus (northwest corner). 1991). Born in Germany with a mother of Jewish background, I always felt I had been born into the wrong country. They had a bar fly jump. You would run in a Velcro suit, jump off a trampoline and flip, getting stuck on the wall upside down. And for a long time there was Diane's, on the east side of Columbus, also good for burgers. Or some Sweet & Sour Pork that tastes like pure heaven in every bite! Nice Matin. I'm wondering about some of the bars-that-serve-food in the neighborhood. and the Pyramid Club (101 Ave. A) become playgrounds for East Village New Wavers. For a mild yet flavorful one, dont hesitate to go for the Chicken Ramen. There was a lovely cashier who made it to Cashier of the month with the fastest grocery bagging. Jean Georges. Alan looked a little like Howard Stern who worked out at the same gym as I. 10. The big booths and midnight closing time make this a good option if you want to eat some pancakes for your second dinner. Grossingers was the bakery- LaRochelle was on the corner with phone booths in the window & Cherry Restaurant had a pass through to 60 West 76th St. for food. Or Beefsteak Charlie's, right on Broadway btwn. Re Caffe Taci, City Opera, not New York State Opera. I'll contribute the first informational tidbit: the venerable Fine & Schapiro delicatessen on 72nd Street apparently dates to 1927. 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. This year Ive been working in DC and cant wait to go back!!! 8. All of the food is served on bright-colored trays, so we like to think of this place as a cafeteria for people who have fun and enjoy enchiladas. I cant decide if Im getting older or the city is losing its character and charm. How about the older lady who roamed Columbus with a red wagon loaded with her many small (virtually identical) dogs, all with colorful bows in their hair? I have lived on the Upper West Side all of my life, remember so many of the things you wrote about so beautifully. The best burgers,best eggs Benedict and best fried zucchini on the planet. The restaurant is getting closer he swears. (sorry) I LOVED that chain; they were all over, until when? If youre going to brunch at Jacobs Pickles, bring a handful of Tums and a big group of friendsthen order a bunch of heavy Southern comfort food with reckless abandon. I was impressed. Since Bnh first opened its door in 2020, its become one of the best restaurants to have graced the neighborhood. A great read! 247 W 72nd St, New York, NY. Nice Martin has been the Upper West Sides most elegant, beautifully designed, and sophisticated dining destination for nearly two decades. Though often unjustly overlooked in the mourners kaddish frequently recited over Great New York Delicatessens, this 90-year-old institution quietly doles out towering pastrami sandwiches, tender kreplach, and the elusive tongue polonaise (tongue with a sweet-and-sour raisin sauce) in a no-nonsense dining room where walkers more often than not crowd the linoleum floor. And of course, how could I forget Ruelles; after my roomies and I went to see Dressed to Kill on 57th Street, we were so scared and freaked out we couldnt go home right away and had to go to Cherrys first. Sushi Kaito244 W. 72nd St., nr. Every two or three nigiri rounds will be broken up by a cooked dish like tempura fried hake in a mushroom broth and maybe a smoked goldeneye snapper collar if youre lucky. They are good on a shockingly addicting level! Celeste502 Amsterdam Ave., nr. Smaller than Greengrass, Murrays Sturgeon is strictly a takeaway operation, but no less a marvel of mid-century Jewry. 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. You have to read a book to find a boyfriend? There is no way he could have known the title which I had hidden. Director, New Media Studies, International Culinary Center (take my food-blogging course). From old-school staples to restaurants changing the dining landscape of the neighborhood, these are our favorite spots on the Lower East Side. 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. And who knew at the time tha we would all miss Big Nick so much! The space is akin to a more enlightened Shopsins: handmade, idiosyncratic, with lots of handwritten notes, but perhaps a few more sculptures of Ganesh. Thank You ! Great story and love these throwback memories/articles which you folks at WSR should do more often. Al Buon Gusto: first on 72nd St, then around the corner (I think @SQC has that space now.) What a great article, and what a great place to have been for three decades! Start it right with the creamy, delicious Sasso Chicken Liver Mousse. While the Shakshuka is a simple dish made of soft cooked eggs, gently poached in a delicious chunky tomato and bell pepper sauce; the Croissant Sandwich is served hot and packed with flavors from bacon, fries, and roasted veggie! Get alerts to jobs like this, to your inbox. WebCaf des Artistes. first adult apartment was in 1977 w/2 roomates in a one bedroom walk up(now a million dollar brownstone) on W 75th between Amsterdam and Columbus. According to William Grimes in the New York Times, Cafe des Artistes has been in business since 1917. Their interiors are soft and voluptuous. Whatever.). 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. The Lincoln Plaza Cinemas would provide us with interesting indie films, seats that were ridiculously uncomfortable yet so great, and the lox on a piece of sour dough bread for sale at the counter; you had to ask for extra mustard so it wouldnt taste so dry. 22 Restaurants That Show Off the Upper West Side. The Arepa Lady. There doesn't seem to be a history/about page on the web site: http://www.bbqnyc.com/. Ephemeral New York was featured in a wonderful NY Post story on July 20 on the Gilded Age city. Thanks for sharing this made me nostalgic, omg totally forgot about the Cherrys pass through and of course Grossingers! Kebab Aur Sharab ($) Indian, Kabobs Menu Available. If you think of the best place in the Upper West Side to serve the best dumplings, think of Jing Fong. Web1980s1990s: Boy Bar (15 St. Marks Pl.) This was just a delight. (212) 540-5247. Your palate will thank you for having this! Drop by and get seduced by not only the food quality but the cozy ambiance and authentic Japanese decoration as well! Thank you for the memories! Went there at least once a week for years, and yes, everbody knew my name. But Im not sure how many patrons know about the almost ridiculous pedigree of chef Phillip Kirschen-Clark (Ducasse, Dufresne, Liebrandt). How about Dobsons, a great meeting place with a great, cheap brunch, Ernies on Broadway had a popular bar scene, Ruelles, the creative looking Ruskays on Columbus Ave. about 75th St. and of course Teachers and Teachers Too on Broadway in the 70s where actors went for inexpensive food and you got to see all your actor/singer/dancer friends who were the wait staff when not in a show. - Dr. Cox on Scrubs. Nothing truly comparable today. The combination of fat, salt, and spice makes any version so scrumptious! I think La Rosita, further north on Broadway between 107th and 108th Sts., has been there equally long. Lived on the west side since 1974 when things were a bit different, but every place you mentioned has a spot in my heart. I worked pt at a boutique around the corner, J.L. I hear that Ernies and their big bowls has finally bid adeiu. The August 1984 edition of monthly downtown arts newspaper the East Village Eyefeatured a cover story on Lou Reed timed to the release of his New Sensations LP. I LOVE NY. Delicatessen, the art of making tough meat tender, is alive and well at this sliver of a kosher restaurant on West 72nd Street. Thanks. Had a nice truffle festival as I recall. Ephemeral New York in THE NEW YORKTIMES! We ate at The Cherry Restaurant which was really a diner- when we had money. One day I was reading a book with the title How to find the perfect mate. I had folded the cover over so no one could see this embarrassing title. Cafe Chambord. That would make it 1974. I would watch sunsets at Riverside Park and read self help books. This was long before the area got gentrified and it was the best. 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. Ela is a big, attractive Greek restaurant, and it's one of the best options for a somewhat upscale meal on the UWS. Restaurant 222 - on 79th St. But for 40 years, for 24 hours a day, among the snappy hot dogs and frothy papaya drinks, Grays Papaya has given New Yorkers (and temporary New Yorkers) a place to stand and watch life go by. Some of these stores may still be in business on the West Side, but I haven't done a Broadway Drive in Years, Maybe I'll do one when I visit next month. Like a Montrachet or a Sagrantino, a truly great Upper West Side restaurant must have deep roots in its terroir. 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! .css-gdccrc{font-family:var(--chakra-fonts-condensed);font-weight:700;font-size:1rem;line-height:0.9;letter-spacing:0.08em;margin-top:var(--chakra-space-0);margin-left:var(--chakra-space-0);margin-right:var(--chakra-space-0);margin-bottom:var(--chakra-space-0);text-transform:uppercase;}@media screen and (min-width: 20rem){.css-gdccrc{line-height:0.9;}}@media screen and (min-width: 23.4375rem){.css-gdccrc{line-height:0.9;}}@media screen and (min-width: 37.5rem){.css-gdccrc{line-height:1;}}Team Infatuation.css-1a7ccww{font-family:var(--chakra-fonts-body);font-weight:400;margin:var(--chakra-space-0);padding:var(--chakra-space-0);font-size:0.6875rem;letter-spacing:0.1em;line-height:1;text-transform:uppercase;}@media screen and (min-width: 37.5rem){.css-1a7ccww{font-size:0.75rem;letter-spacing:0.12em;}}January 4, 2023. 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. Lived here in the mid 70s on WEA with my husband since the mid 1970s. Easy to miss until you walk through the narrow hallway and the world opens up to you, the Milling Room is a giant, overlooked jewel of the Upper West. You're welcome. This is so lovely, really enjoyed reading your story, We MUST have crossed paths as we hung out in all of the same places Click click bloody click pancakes! Hi-Life Bar & Grill is one of the Upper West sides most popular and longstanding neighborhood restaurants (est. This gourmet deli and grocer has been in the same location for over 80 years. Dont believe us? Almost every dish at Senn Thai costs less than $15, and theres a big variety of above-average options involving rice and noodles. 82nd St.; 212-595-0380. Lovely and loving. Chronicling an ever-changing city through faded and forgotten artifacts, Kara Thornton, Publicist, Black Dog & Leventhal 212-364-0537 kara.thornton@hbgusa.com, Ephemeral New York's new book was described as "beguiling, lavishly illustrated" by Sam Roberts in his Bookshelf column December 2, 2016, Thanks to EW for the kudos in their December 9 issue. Thanks for taking me back down memory lane. a few kids and a move to the suburbs might have blurred this memory.. corrections appreciated. The sushi tends to lean traditional here, but the slices of fish are notably thicker than what you may have seen elsewhere. The Cattleman. How wonderful, thank you so much for writing this. He must have been 15 or 16, making me 9 or 10. You can choose to add Labneh cheese to your dish to make the flavor even more phenomenal! A few years later I moved to 71st Street into an old brownstone budding with a crooked staircase in which a friend had built a wooden platform where I could tap dance I would time it so I wouldnt bother my downstairs neighbor Ned Eisenberg, a fine Broadway actor, and jumped only during his matinee and evening performances. 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. What to order: Hot Chicken Sandwich, Heavenly Crispy Chicken Bites, Chicken Ramen, Address: 618 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024. People simply cant believe they finally have a better option than the so-so stuff theyve been surviving on locally for so long, especially for dinner. UPPER WEST SIDE, NY An Upper West Side restaurant was just named among the best Mexican eateries in New York City. Trust us, the portion is huge! There was also a Japanese place (I think it was the Dan, which then moved to its current location on the southeast corner of Broadway and 69th) on the northwest corner of Broadway and 69th, where the North Fork is now. The usurper to Heinzs throne is no more. Wow- Captain Nemo, that brings back memories. There are several that feel rather ancient, like the Emerald Inn on Columbus between 69th and 70th. Columbus Ave; 212-362-3800. Not exactly pre-WWII, but close. The restaurant no relation to Ren Redzepis 108 is the first one devoted specifically to the Chongqing municipality in the city. Most such places would have likely been wiped out during the UWS's Dark Ages of urban decline, but surely a few other than Fine & Schapiro stayed in the game through those times. We hope you have some favorite spots in your mind, dont forget to share with us your own experience dining at those places. Too bad it's gone. In a pizza-mad city, these pies rival anything eaten in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. That was the first time we tried their shroom and sausage slice as well as the cacio e pepe pizza with its four types of cheese and cracked black pepper, both of which will enrich your life in ways you have yet to fathom. Also, for double bonus points, can you tell us what Al Buon Gusto's slogan was? Thus has it been for the last century at this Upper West Side institution. Theres a bar area upstairs and a large dining room in the basement, and the whole space leans into the coastal-Greek theme. Map. There can be little doubt that the restaurant with its bow-tied and vested waitstaff, glowing dragons, and elaborately folded napkins speaks to another era, when knowledge of Chinese regional cuisine was limited by the fact that most Americans werent aware China had regions. Columbus Ave; 212-362-3800. 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). In these challenging times of the pandemic, I reflect back on what life was like for me on the Upper West Side, my favorite place in the world, as a budding actor/dancer/director in the late 1980s. Let the fancies have Black Seed and Sadelles. When I started law school at Fordham, which is down the street, he wrote me a letter of introduction to take to the owners. Here, the very best restaurants on the Upper West Side. Steve, a world famous comedic opera singer would serenade us at the boat basin and Carol Tannenhauser, writer of so many wonderful articles at the Rag, climbed all the stairs to my apartment on a wintry day to hand me a coffee mug for an anecdote I had written. The neighborhood bistro was no more. Im convinced to this day that this man had psychic abilities. We have Dunkin Donuts and 7 eleven now instead of Korean Delis or coffee shops. (212) 540-5247. I don't say that I do. Especially the Prime Rib Of Pork, which is one of the softest, butteriest, tender pieces youll ever sink your teeth into. Thank you SO much for the wonderful, wonderful memories! Amsterdam Ave.; 212-873-7411. 72nd St.; 212-799-0243. Restaurant history of the Upper West Side, Copyright 2001-2023 by the eGullet Society for Culinary Arts & Letters, All Rights Reserved. Loyal fans routinely swing by for their craveable food and the menu with a roster of all-time favorites. 35 Of The Best Restaurants On The Upper West Side: Eater The popular food website Eater just published a list of 35 local restaurants that give you a reason to I though at that time the space was Peretti's, though maybe I'm not properly coordinated as to the date ranges. 11. Were so sure that youll adore the tender, succulent flavor of every bite. Those were the days. 4) 282 Grand Street. Normally they have plenty of room to sit, but you will have to show up early for a table on weekends! Well written , , , Wilsons and China Club, two of my favorite spots of ALL time in the UWS. 98th St.; 646-861-3604. The 2nd Floor Bar & Essen is located on top of the 2nd Ave Deli at 1442 1st Avenue with a separate entrance on East 75th Street between 1st & York avenues. My clearest memories are from when I was in high school in the mid-1980s because that's when I was dining autonomously, but I remember a lot of restaurant experiences all the way back to preschool. Thank you in particular for mentioning my FAVORITE cashier at Fairway, Winsome.SUCH a lovey person, and her name suits her. Leonti. could that be? 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. Im about a decade behind the author, but remember fondly much of what she writes aboutand wish I had gotten to experience the rest! Like a swan, it glides above the furious action (and jostling old ladies) of the supermarket below. Our favorite is the pork shoulder one, but they also do them with steak, chicken, and shrimp. (Do you think they were dropping Acid when they named it? ) 103 W. 77th St., nr. How does German Doner Kebab measure up against the citys best? I have to say that was the most beautiful, specific, and colorful article Ive read in a long time. 16. actually, a quick perusal of the current offerings confirms that time does stand still..in 1981ish, that was our destination place on the UWS, from Must-try includes Shakshuka, Croissant Sandwich, Herbed Eggs, and Burekas. Ephemeral New York in the Sunday NEW YORKPOST. WebBlue Ribbons first Upper West Side outpost is banging like 50 Cents In Da Club days. This slow-cooked rib is incredibly melt-off-the-bone and youll never regret having it! This casual Thai restaurant on Amsterdam Avenue specializes in street food. During a past visit, some of our favorite pieces were the lightly seared sea bass, striped jack with smoky yuzu sauce, and flaky, sweet unagi. Thank you, Marianne, for taking me down memory lane- the article is well written and the abundant memories are a reminder why I love the upper west side . This ritual is clearly part of the deal if you work at this counter-service spot, and itll make you smile. If youre searching for the best Omakase experience in the Upper West Side, then search for no more because Sushi Kaito is the spot! According to Tavern's web site, Tavern on the Green opened as a restaurant (it had been home to a herd of sheep since it was built in 1870) in 1934. The restaurant has been in operation since 1792, and is known for its contemporary American cuisine. And if theres any chance that duck gizzards and braised tripe can make it on the Upper West Side, this is their best shot. Winsome is still the best and classes at Thea Koreks above Fairway. Great reminder of the wonderful things that bring us together. 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. He did this along Broadway from the lower Broadway all the way up to the North End of Manhattan. You cant believe how delicious and soft the texture is until you actually try it! We especially like the hummus. Caf Nicholson. This classic Upper West Side restaurant is more about dining in a dimly-lit, red-leather-booth institution than it is about any single plate of food. What a treasure it is to live here! McGlades, a tavern across from ABC, it's a Starbucks now. Your options range from salads and vegetarian mousaka to lamb chops and a whole grilled fish, and you should always start with a few of the dips. 6. No-one's mentioned Gitlitz yet in this thread, the good Jewish delicatessen that was for many years on 77 St. and Broadway. Welcome to the eG Forums, a service of the eGullet Society for Culinary Arts & Letters. 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 live on the Upper West Side, then your answer is easy: Viand Cafe. 3. And four months later, another big one: Peter Meehan of the New York Times stopped by , for the outlets $25 And Under vertical . Big Nicks was my lunch staple and he knew our kids since they were born. Mid 80s walking along Columbus at night. McGlades, a tavern across from ABC, it's a Starbucks now. 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. Ephemeral New York was interviewed in a July 25 piece in The Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation's blog, Off the Grid. Dont you dare judge.. Totally miss Cafe La Fortuna with my Juilliard friends, what an oasis, whether inside with the recordings, or outside with lovely greeneryI still remember how exciting and delicious it was, and also the splurge on my first ever tiramisu . Columbus Ave.; 212-595-8895. 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. 5. Leonti103 W. 77th St., nr. Cafe Rouge (Hotel Pennsylvania) La Caravelle (New York City) Carnegie Deli. August 29, 2004 in New York: Dining. The southwest corner was a revolving door of places. Craving some really good oysters, roast chicken, bacon cheddar burgers, and big plates of Caesar salad? She is still there today by the way, her name is Winsome. Loved reading itespecially during a time when the Upper West is not getting such great play. Primary Location: New York - New York - 1122 - Upper West Side-(01122) Work Location: 1122 - Upper West Side-(01122) 269 Amsterdam Ave New York 10023. This is more Paul Czanne than Thomas Cole. Though my exploits were tamer, I loved many of the same hangouts during my 40 years on the uws. New York City in 3D in the Gilded Age made Entertainment Weekly's Must Have list for the week of June 27! Eat a bagel with smoked whitefish or nova from their takeout area on the corner of 80th Street and Broadway. One of them would wear a Mozart wig and the birthday guest could wear the Mozart wig as well. this is going to be a great thread to read, albiet not one I can contribute tomy only reference was the rib place on 72nd? The Gilded Age in NewYork. I miss Teachers Too. 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. The thick-cut slices of pepperoni turn into little cups that hold drops of precious grease, glistening like pork nectar. Made me ache for some things I missed because I was otherwise occupied. Some of the Cuban-Chinese and Dominican places have been around seemingly forever. The neighborhood synergy makes sense. Thanks for the lovely article. 74th Street Cafe & Steakhouse2121 Broadway, nr. thank you so much. its quite spacious at Miriam, so keep it in mind for group hangs! The Society is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of the culinary arts. The joy is in the physics of heat and meat. I think "Victors" was the first popular "Cuban Restaurant". I think I miss the "Appetizer Stores" the most when I visit NYC, you can still find "Deli's" but "Russ & Daughters" or "Zabars" and "Murray's" seem to be the only places mentioned on eGullet. Create Job Alert Edited to add: I am not sure, but I think he may have been a regular there as far back as the 50s as well. Against the citys best along Broadway from the Lower East Side of Columbus, also for. In your mind, dont forget to share with us your own experience dining those... 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