http://www.chow.com/boards/82 Thu, 20 May 2010 22:32:48 GMT Keep track of the lastest threads on Chowhound http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/365312#7342260 My parents were married in 1956 and had their reception at Bill Reibers. I have never been there - it's always seemed like a mythological place to me, because we had moved to SC by the time I came along, and I never really knew where it was. My mom is in her 80's, living in SC and doing well. I can't wait to ask her more about her memories. Thanks for responding. jdidiego Wed, 16 May 2012 12:15:04 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/365312#7342260 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849298#7342205 i agree with you wincountrygiril - I thought the food was just okay, the service was poor, and the prices were high for what you got. But what do I know - I like Lefteris. scarsdalesurprise Wed, 16 May 2012 11:15:12 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849298#7342205 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/774403#7341516 I treated myself to lunch at Polpettina today and it was simply outstanding. I had a grandma slice with ricotta, speck, and spring onion and the chicken milinase sandwich/hero with roasted peppers, arugula pesto, and house made mozzarella. chowdom Wed, 16 May 2012 00:14:08 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/774403#7341516 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846191#7341401 I received an email this morning that Groupon members are being offered a deal on The Iron Roost. As of 7 pm tonight, more than 560 of the deals had been sold. The offer looks like it ends Thursday night around midnight.. This is likely to get them some good exposure. Roger K Tue, 15 May 2012 23:22:39 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846191#7341401 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/256388#7341321 After decades of loyal patronage we finally gave up a year ago. Sly the son of the owner was just too much to deal with. He's in the wrong business. Maybe they sold. Too bad for the father... He was the consummate restaurateur. wineconsul Tue, 15 May 2012 22:39:56 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/256388#7341321 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848863#7341317 Hey all! Haven't been on Chowhound since they changed they way the boards are organized. However, just had to chime in re: Club Car. I have never been a huge fan of Brian MacMennimins food (Oyster House in Larchmont, MacMennamin's and Post House in New Rochelle). However, this time I think he hit it out of the park. We had a reservation for last Thursday, it was our wedding anniversary. I love the space, the crowd was friendly, the service was quite good (unlike previous experiences with his restaurants) and I thought the prices were fine. My husband had the stuffed sole with lobster/crabmeat and loved it. I had the panko/mint crusted lamb chops. We were very happy with the food and would certainly return here again. pobo Tue, 15 May 2012 22:35:19 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848863#7341317 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849389#7341012 I am thinking of going to Limani for a special occasion. Any feedback on food, service and atmosphere. irvingk Tue, 15 May 2012 20:20:55 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849389#7341012 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/835003#7340984 I must amend my original post. I really like the owners, and the food is usually good, but my breakfast this morning was not good at all: nearly burnt bacon, potatoes I had said not to bring, toast that was not toasted, slow and poor service (and there were only two other customers, who weren't even ordering food). The owners were not there, so I suspect consistency is a problem (obviously!), especially when the Phillips are gone. gerchak198 Tue, 15 May 2012 20:08:12 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/835003#7340984 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849295#7340846 If you didn't like Southern Spice, which I think is the best all around in the area, I don't know how much you would care about my opinion, but all these places are favorites for at least one thing or another so........... 1. Fiza Diner- takeout because despite the remodel it is still a dump, for excellent spicy Bangladeshi food. Keema, kabobs and curries are all really good. 2.Usha for awesome chaat 3.Mumbai Xpress for veg southern stuff and their famous sandwich http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/601750 4.Five Star Thattukada- Keralan cuisine http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/673103 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/687085 stuartlafonda Tue, 15 May 2012 19:19:52 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849295#7340846 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847459#7340430 Recently Lola in Great Neck was serving a fantastic fish taco. Their menu changes, though, so I don't know how long it will be there. 516 American Bistro used to have a good fish taco as well, but I'm not sure if the new restaurant in the same spot still has them either. LloydG Tue, 15 May 2012 16:38:54 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847459#7340430 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846267#7340418 I'm sorry but have to disagree. As much as I enjoy Dinosaur it is a far cry from world-class BBQ. My main issue with it being that it lacks any regional distinctiveness that would otherwise distinguish it from any other BBQ restaurant, and is instead, a hybrid of many regional styles all executed ok, but none exceptionally. While the food and atmosphere are pleasant enough, its brisket is a far cry from anything you'd expect or find in Texas, the ribs aren't comparable to the ones in Memphis, the pulled pork is weak compared to the whole hog style you'd find in the Carolina's and the sauces aren't anything quite like those of Kansas City. I won't comment much on The King and I, seeing as how I've never eaten there, but a quick glance at the menu lacks the regional distinctiveness the OP was looking for. The lack of regionalized Thai dishes (say Isan-style), coupled with the number of Americanized Chinese dishes are both red flags to me. Far more interesting should the OP want to go less formal would be dishes distinct to Western New York or Rochester such as a garbage plate, Beef on Wick, Buffalo Wings, Dibella's Subs, Abbots Frozen Custard, etc. TheDegustationAsian Tue, 15 May 2012 16:35:51 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846267#7340418 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/828977#7339487 I had an issue with something I bought there. I called and spoke with a female manager. She was a pleasure to deal with and made everything very easy. I can't complain about FM customer service. chowdom Tue, 15 May 2012 03:37:04 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/828977#7339487 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/830194#7339422 For whatever it's worth, when I asked the guys at the Thornwood location about the A&S that just opened in Mount Kisco, they swore up and down that they had nothing to do with them. I've never gotten food directly from the one in Mount Kisco, but I've had stuff catered by them and was not impressed. The location in Thornwood, on the other hand, is consistently solid - staff is friendly (never been upsold on anything), prepared foods are good, sandwiches use some Boars Head but are still good (I like Dante's better though). Their italian combo is as good as they get, although their best sandwiches are the paninis - they have a great roasted pork with broccoli rabe and steak pizzaiola. Unfortunately I don't think they do the paninis on the weekends... anonymouscoward2 Tue, 15 May 2012 03:07:04 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/830194#7339422 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/712976#7338770 Thanks for the heads up Scott. LIB is right down the street from my office. I thought they brewed the beer there but the web site says distributer. HUH? We had lunch Saturday @ the Modern Snack Bar and I tried their ale. Decent brew. Motosport Mon, 14 May 2012 21:15:07 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/712976#7338770 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848981#7337991 we had a problem like that several years back on our anniversary. reservation for 2 on a tuesday. we arrived on time. didn't even get a menu or water for half an hour. by the time all was said and done, we had a very good app and nothing else after almost 2 hours while others came in and had whole meals. we didn't pay for what we did have and the chef had the nerve to ask what the problem was. totally inexcusable on a slow weeknight. needless they closed shortly after. davmar77 Mon, 14 May 2012 16:32:21 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848981#7337991 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/474229#7337947 still waiting............. maybe someday. good thing i'm not holding my breath! OY! davmar77 Mon, 14 May 2012 16:15:21 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/474229#7337947 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/724526#7337169 On a very busy day of the year-Mother's Day-we were the last table and enjoyed a very tasty meal at Tarry Tavern. Thanks to the hospitality of the owner my MIL was super thrilled. Service was good and all the food combinations were interesting and enjoyed by all. Love the use of different ingredients (sunchokes, wild rice, farro, swiss chard, salsify, dates etc.) Thanks for the extra TLC Henry. We hope to be back soon! Be sure to try the Gnocchi and desserts too! They are doing a class for WCC in the Fall. www.sunywcc.edu olsen332 Mon, 14 May 2012 03:17:38 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/724526#7337169 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/842452#7337093 Mother's Day disappointment. We went to Grace's for dinner, prix fixe $50 was a bit overpriced for portion size. We were seated for 2 1/2 hours because service was super slow. Lamb chop dinner had 2 very small chops. Ceviche app was only slightly bigger than an amuse bouche. Steak Diane was mostly potatoes with a very small looking steak portion. Desserts were okay, although we waited 30 minutes to get them. I realize that Mother's Day is busy in restaurants but we had an early reservation and there were lots of empty tables. Flavors were good but honestly not worth the price. There are lots of restaurants with good food, and service that have better prices and portions- Haven, Mima, Iron Horse and Harvest to name a few. tryanythingonce Mon, 14 May 2012 01:46:48 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/842452#7337093 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848877#7335987 They also operate J & A Prep Kitchen in Crossgates Mall. Roger K Sun, 13 May 2012 05:03:07 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848877#7335987 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847926#7335901 North: one of the worst restaurant web sites I've seen. Scott_R Sun, 13 May 2012 03:19:23 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847926#7335901 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/822182#7335892 Went back recently and had the duck in a jar and some grilled asparagus. The grilled asparagus was perfect. Just like we grill it at home. The duck in a jar was better this time. The glass jar was shallower and without a lid. The nuts were more finely chopped and didn't seem like peanuts. The bread is still buttery and greasy with parsley on top. The dish is rich enough without buttered bread. The simple grilled bread that originally accompanied this dish was perfect. Also learned they have a new chef. . . . financialdistrictresident Sun, 13 May 2012 03:13:32 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/822182#7335892 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843694#7335851 Thanks for the encouragement! magnolia Sun, 13 May 2012 02:39:23 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843694#7335851 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844241#7335752 bought a bunch of stuff there today and beautiful cake...lines out the door..I dare anyone to find a bakery in the entire nyc metro area that can touch the quality and freshness of them. I'm hooked! janie Sun, 13 May 2012 01:17:06 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844241#7335752 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848918#7335709 Any recommendations for September reception dinner venue for 60 in Rhinebeck,? teaandviolets Sun, 13 May 2012 00:43:50 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848918#7335709 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847700#7335025 I just heard about the agreement for the first time the other day. Also learned that DiBella's (Latham and Albany) is from Rochester as well. financialdistrictresident Sat, 12 May 2012 15:44:27 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847700#7335025 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848873#7334984 Looking for a place with decent food and good sports tv viewing. I'm a pescatarian though so fish-veggies must appear on the menu. Comfortable place to sit/watch while eating. Any thoughts? cloverose Sat, 12 May 2012 15:11:56 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848873#7334984 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848644#7334953 Doumo arigatou! Thanks to all for the great recommendation. My boyfriend and I went there last night, even though we had no reservation they sat us immediately. My boyfriend spent many years in Japan and said this was authentic. The fish was fresh and the service was good. We liked the fact that the menu was not 'Americanized Sushi'. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant. chocopink Sat, 12 May 2012 14:31:18 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848644#7334953 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848856#7334833 I heard that it is under new ownership. Has anyone been there? Will it ever be like our "go to" restaurant, when Tom was the owner of Crystal Bay? culturelady Sat, 12 May 2012 11:27:10 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848856#7334833 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848405#7333253 Glad to know you have the same feelings, Fred. I am definitely going back soon, I'll keep my eye out for you and your wife! coll Fri, 11 May 2012 15:00:38 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848405#7333253 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/250993#7332767 many years ago I went for a memorable lunch at The Palm Court in the Carltun. It was a beautiful sunny yellow room. I have no idea about doing a tea there - but I always will remember that room! smilingal Fri, 11 May 2012 03:30:09 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/250993#7332767 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847757#7332764 jwg, where did you get the Cotija cheese? My husband has requested that I make this corn this weekend, but not sure where to buy the cheese. So before I start running around tomorrow, I thought I'd ask. Thanks. valerie Fri, 11 May 2012 03:27:20 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847757#7332764 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847745#7332738 I stopped by Seasons Cafe this morning after a doctor's appointment. It's next to the Billings post office (where Enchanted Bakery used to be). There were some minor renovations to the interior. It's still a very warm and inviting space, perfect for a leisurely lunch over a book or a quick breakfast sandwich on the run. The baked goods in the display cake all looked great. I saw some red velvet cupcakes, squiggle mini cupcakes (reminiscent of Hostess chocolate cupcakes), carrot cake, cheesecakes, and the famous cream cheese cakes. Initially, I was a little confused because I thought that the cakes that bob gaj was talking about were cheesecakes. They're not cheesecakes, but delicious cakes made with cream cheese that came in two varieties (I think), apple and blueberry. It was reminiscent of coffee cake without the cinnamon streusel topping. All I know is that I bought a blueberry cream cheese cake for my co-workers and it was gone within the hour. Absolutely delicious. They're open from 7-3 on Mother's Day, so I'm planning to pick up one or two before I head down to my in-laws. I also enjoyed samples of the apple version and some carrot cake...fantastic. From their menu: egg sandwiches wraps/omelets french toast bagels various sandwiches that range from $4.50 to $7.25 Description of a few sandwiches: The Peasantwich: cheddar, fresh apples, red onions and Dijon on sourdough bread Turkey: w/marinated portobello, roasted red peppers and mustard on ciabatta Mediterranean Wrap: roast beef (or chicken) w/roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese, and pesto aioli soup smoothies (Caffeine Scream, strawberry banana, Tropical Breeze) scones muffins, danish croissants truffle cakes applesauce23 Fri, 11 May 2012 03:10:56 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847745#7332738 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/836736#7332338 Word of mouth is the way to go Sloth. I also hope that they thought to drop menus off at Sarah Lawrence. I'm tempted to take a stack and to do it myself. chowdom Thu, 10 May 2012 22:53:59 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/836736#7332338 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848628#7332009 I thought it would be fun to do a Saturday evening birthday dinner at a diner. I haven't been to any of my old haunts in about 10 years though. I remember the Port Chester Diner, Rye Diner & Nautilus Diners having fun atmosphere and decent food on a Saturday evening. Is this still true? Do these places even exist still? chowchau Thu, 10 May 2012 19:45:10 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848628#7332009 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847333#7331481 Like anything else, I am sure it is based on the size of the order. Enjoy wineconsul Thu, 10 May 2012 15:51:51 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847333#7331481 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/829789#7331422 There is a Groupon for Growlers today... http://www.groupon.com/deals/growlers-beer-bistro-1?c=button&sid=11171016&utm_source=newsletter&s=body&division=westchester-county&utm_medium=email&utm_content=all-deals_westchester-county&utm_campaign=growlers-beer-bistro-1&date=20120510&p=1&addxe=dmFsZXJpZUBnbGlja2VyLmNvbQ==&user=5f762ad5fc98a35fad0f8a1332c2e81c2736d5f9c534fb0e245c62e2f1c2f218 valerie Thu, 10 May 2012 15:28:24 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/829789#7331422 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848402#7331330 This is all very interesting info. We use San J Organic Tamari soy sauce at home because we found many others contain some kind of additive that contains gluten, possibly the caramel coloring contains wheat. I think when my wife checked the label of a Kikkoman soy sauce it said it contained wheat. So now we check the label on everything we buy. We didn't realize how many things contain wheat (even some shampoos!). RedHouseBlueState Thu, 10 May 2012 14:36:58 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848402#7331330 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848537#7330583 What's going on at City Limits. Sign says renovations and relaunch. Does that imply new menu with the new look? jwg Thu, 10 May 2012 01:53:01 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848537#7330583 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844189#7330303 My current favorites are Tiznow and Maestro. Prime at Saratoga National when price is not an issue. Bailey's has good casual fare (bar food, but a little more creative) and a great martini list. Forno Bistro has great pizza and beer/wine specials during the week, but I can't comment on their entrees. I think Stadium cafe is over rated (not bad, just overrated). Dana793 Wed, 09 May 2012 23:25:16 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844189#7330303 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847485#7329046 They've been at Best Yet for weeks. coll Wed, 09 May 2012 14:47:00 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847485#7329046 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848314#7328930 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843496 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/321233 mcf Wed, 09 May 2012 13:41:31 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848314#7328930 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848348#7328359 Obviously, I'm not even sure what the name of this place was, but it faced the train tracks. I stopped in a half dozen times while coming on/off the NY Thruway. I always thought it was pretty good food for a decent price, and the establishment itself seemed like it had been around forever. The only problem I could discern was that you had to wait around for a very, very long time before they actually got around to serving you, and the waitresses, while pleasant, often seemed befuddled. Last time I drove by, the place was obviously gone (I think there's a Greek restaurant there now). Anybody have any idea why a seemingly venerable (at least to me, a NJ native who comes to Suffern only occasionally) old watering hole like this went belly up? legsdiamond12 Wed, 09 May 2012 02:25:04 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848348#7328359 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/803905#7328189 we were there again on sat, terrific again, really nice southern rhone rose by the glass. It seems to me prices are creeping up though...may use coupon on restaurant.com next time. vinouspleasure Wed, 09 May 2012 00:39:54 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/803905#7328189 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848253#7327311 Have you tried the Knights of Columbus, or VFW Hall? Or a local church? They're usually open to making a couple of extra bucks. coll Tue, 08 May 2012 18:31:14 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848253#7327311 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/842594#7325642 Thank you for the update jwg and Pabboy. chowdom Mon, 07 May 2012 23:43:05 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/842594#7325642 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847224#7321657 Have you considered venturing north of mid-Westchester? There are many wonderful options if you'll expand your geography a bit. Also, do you consider Port Chester to be mid-Westchester? How about starting with Inca and Gaucho? Peruvian/Argentinian food, definitely in your price restrictions. Elisa515 Sat, 05 May 2012 17:32:33 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847224#7321657 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846544#7320854 I went a few weeks ago. Having sampled a few in the new crop of "coal-fired brick-oven" pizza places popping up in the White Plains area, I thought the pizza here was on the soggy side. Not that tasty either; Iwould recommend Frankie & Fanucci's in Hartsdale or Mamaroneck over it. Also, it is extreley noisy because of all the hard, relective surfaces in the place. fweiler Sat, 05 May 2012 01:25:28 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846544#7320854 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847742#7320816 tomorrow is "rampfest" in hudson. there's a bunch of restaurants that are supposed to be participating / giving away food samples cooked with ramps. i know it's late in the ramps season... but is this thing any good? last year, the rampfest was $40 (!). this year, it's $20. i'm an hour away...not sure if it's worth the drive / fee. if we did go, we'd likely go to da/ba or swoon afterwards.. thanks. bob gaj Sat, 05 May 2012 01:02:10 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847742#7320816