We last heard about Kashmir Dollar Burger last year when they were hit by a DoH closure (a seemingly constant problem for Kashmir and its related offspring over the years.) Yesterday en route to La Montanita, I couldn’t help but notice the shutter was down. Could the up-and-coming dollar-slice pizza market have outdone the erstwhile dollar burger? No DoH hits for them lately. More importantly – does anyone even miss them? We’ll keep our eyes peeled…
Num Pang, a longtime Midtown Lunch favorite, has been serving tasty, Banh-Mi-esque Cambodian sandwiches at its midtown location (41st St. between 3rd Ave and Lexington) since 2011. This past February, Sarah visited their new flagship location in the Flatiron District, reporting news of a bigger menu, including more salads and rice and noodle dishes. Now, it looks as though these same menu items are making their way to the midtown location!
When Pizza by Cer Te (56th Street btw. Park & Lex) announced their June sandwich a few days ago, I told you guys that I was excited about the idea of this “Ravio-Boiga” aka Ravioli Burger. I mean, how can you not be intrigued by this idea? Jumbo, JUMBO meatball (as stated above) sandwiched between two house made raviolis! Gimmie.
Fatburger is Coming Back to NYC on Tuesday: Big news for anyone who's just tired of Five Guys' chain-burger dominion over the area! Cali's famous Fatburger is bringing back a location to NYC for the first time since the 90s. Opening next Tuesday (the 11th) at 509 3rd Ave (At 34th St.) those of us on the west side we'll be convincing ourselves the Citibike ride there and back will be enough to assuage our guilty, burgery conscience.
Posted at 9:00 am, June 6th, 2013 | 0 Comments
Yesterday, I noticed an unfamiliar dessert truck on Park Ave. between 52nd and 53rd Streets, Andy’s Italian Ices. The truck has been spotted downtown before, but I haven’t seen it around these parts until now. They pride themselves on their large variety of Italian ice flavors, a healthier and “guilt-less” indulgence. They’ve got 45+ flavors in water ice, crème ice, and sugar-free ice varieties, plus a good deal of hot and cold caffeinated beverages.
It’s been a while since I’ve eaten lunch from a food truck and even longer since I’d had good Mexican food in Midtown, so it was good fortune when I learned that the Tacos Juquilita food truck, a Mexican food truck that had been parked in front of the Mexican embassy (39th btw. Park+Madison) for a short time a while back, had once again returned.
A couple years ago, when the truck first appeared, Donny T. reviewed Juquilita’s tacos and tamales. The tacos were found to be a bit wanting, but unfortunately Juquilita was kicked out of its embassy spot by the police before it got a chance to hit a stride, and moved to 28th St. at 6th Ave.
The Go Go Curry eating championship is in its fifth year and for the big milestone they’re upping the ante a bit. The U.S. winner will be flow to Japan to compete in next year’s Japanese competition. There are three more chances to qualify the next one being tomorrow (6/5) from 6-8pm. There’s a $20 registration fee and contestants will be judged on how quickly they can eat 2 walk-sized plates (small) of original curry without cabbage. The top 4 times will advance to the finals on July 6th to compete against the Japanese champ. The winner will get a $500 gift card, $55 worth of Go Go Curry, and trip to Japan for next years competition. Runners up will get a $200 gift card and $55 worth of Go Go Curry. For all the details and remaining chances to qualify, go to the Go Go Curry website. Good luck!
Posted by The ML Team at 3:34 pm, June 4th, 2013 under Go Go Curry, Go Go Curry Eating Championship.
I feel like most New Yorkers have been to a Blockheads at some point or other, if not for the food, then for the super cheap margaritas. They’ve got locations all over Manhattan, including a few in midtown. Until last week, I didn’t consider the place to be in the realm of Midtown Lunch possibilities (it’s more of a sit-down type restaurant), but then I happened to see this sign outside of the 2nd Avenue location (between 51st Street and 50th Street)…
It’s a new month and that means new sandwich specials at both Cer Te (on 55th btw. 5+6th) and Pizza by Cer Te (on 56th btw. Park+Lex)! Cer Te’s getting their summer lobster fix on early with lobster salad on a sweet and savory french toast (whoa) to make for the Count of Stonington. But the one that I’m most excited about is Pizza By Cer Te’s new ravioli burger. What’s a ravioli burger you ask? Try a jumbo meatball sandwiched between two house made raviolis. Done and done. Early adopters, let us know what you think in the comments.
If you’re looking for an after work snack the annual Taste of Times Square is this afternoon on 46th btw. Times Square and 9th Ave. Everything is $1-6 and there are always some really good bites hidden amongst the touristy chains. Plus this year features new vendors Bareburger, Shake Shack, and La Pulperia- the newish seafood place in Hells Kitchen that’s a bit out of ML price range. Plus Guy’s American Kitchen & Bar will be there, so if you’ve ever wanted to try it but didn’t want to be caught dead inside the restaurant, here’s your chance! Get more info here>>
