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Eat Drink Americano
A warm 4 o’clock sun streams through the blinds of Eat Drink Americano like it’s January in Massachusetts. Rugged hardwood and worn-out sheet metal cover the interior of this former warehouse. It’s...
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Bestia
Service at Bestia is less than 4 hours away and Christina Raptis is on the phone playing reservation Tetris. People are trying to squeeze themselves into a packed stack of 400 reservations for the...
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Zinc Cafe
Coffee, toast, eggs. Three simple staples. That’s what John Secretan, owner of Zinc Cafe & Market says is the foundation of the restaurant. Entering the space, you’ll find yourself somewhere that’s...
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Pok Pok LA
A year ago, Pok Pok Phat Thai — the brainchild of America’s culinary darling Andy Ricker — opened in Chinatown’s Far East Plaza. Ricker, born in North Carolina, spent much of his childhood and nomadic...
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Le Petit Paris
“Woah.” It’s the word that’s muttered under the breath of all who walk in. Glittering chandeliers reflect off gold-touched pillars, illuminating cotton-draped seating below. The grand staircase directs...
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San Sui Tei
Walk in and you’ll notice an open kitchen situated just a few feet away from the bar and seating area. Oil crackles loudly in a wok; the heat and smell waft through the air. The space is low-key and...
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Nick’s Cafe
It’s Monday morning and there’s barely a seat available inside Nick’s Cafe. Located in Chinatown, just a short stroll from the Gold Line Metro station, this unassuming diner attracts a loyal following...
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Otium
Last December, Downtown’s historical neighborhood of Bunker Hill was treated with Chef Timothy Hollingsworth’s latest culinary endeavor. Constructed in the shadow of The Broad, Otium stands boldly as...
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Prufrock Pizzeria
It starts off slow — a rolling purr that resonates beneath layers of clothing and flesh. Give it a moment; pressure builds, gas shifts, and a pang bursts into a thunderous episode of tremor littered...
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Unit 120
Alvin Cailan is sitting at his office, which is to say he’s sitting at one of the eleven small tables in Unit 120 — his newest culinary project. He’s scrolling through an ocean of emails, taking calls,...
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The Briks
If you’ve never heard a punk rocker gush about the miraculous power of love, you’ve never met Mario Christerna. In blue jeans, his signature All-Stars, a Suicidal Tendencies tee, and tattoo sleeves, he...
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Poppy + Rose
In the heart of the Flower District, an unexpected aroma wafts in the air, and it’s every bit as intoxicating as the sweet scent of fresh florals. It’s that magical combination of grease, batter,...
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Bombo
A massive line snakes around the Broadway side of the Grand Central Market. Faces are fatigued with hunger as they sniff the bacon scented air, a vain attempt to consume airborne calories. Godspeed...
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Hole in the Wall
Uncle John’s Cafe serves a plate full of WTF. This Chinese-American diner proudly concocts righteous combinations like pancakes + chowmein, scrambled eggs + fried chicken wings, or whatever you crave...
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Spread MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN
High-end meets low fuss. It’s the alluring siren call of the burgeoning new “fine-casual” dining format, which aims to serve up quality, gourmet bites at the convenience of counter service. And at...
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First Thursdays
It happens in the blink of an eye. As the last golden hues linger in the dusk sky and the soft glow of strung lanterns fill the Far East Plaza, the magic hits you. The long, snaking line for your...
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Gill’s
A sun bleached sign stands outside the Stillwell Hotel enticing passersby to partake in an all you- can-eat Indian lunch buffet. For some, those words alone can pique interest — yet the effectiveness...
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KNEAD & CO.
She’s known by many names — nonna, abuela, lola, oma and so on. She’s your grandmother. A woman you watched work the kitchen like a magician, loving you through her food. It’s your first front row...
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MEXICALI TACO & CO.
Setting out to find a go-to taco shop in this city is like setting out to find a best friend: the options are endless, and most everyone looks pretty nice, but the important things like integrity,...
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Madame Monsieur
An early day ritual is a grounding, meditative practice; one that provides a welcome respite from the AM scramble. And on a bustling weekday morning in Pershing Square, at Madame Monsieur, a cozy cafe...
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