197501 Wed Oct 23 10:54:20 -0700 2002 4 18 Manhattan 0 1053776 Ise, the wonderful Japanese restaurant that used to operate across from the WTC, has reopened their own place after a stint renting a spot in Zeytuna's basement. What a splendor it is! I had a delicious chirashi there yesterday. Warning...it is absolutely packed with good-food-starved Wall Streeters, so get there early if you don't want to wait for a table. Unfortunately, you are only allowed to order sushi at the sushi bar (maybe they'll make an exception if you're alone). Try the "shoka zen" (sashimi, tempura, grilled fish and negimaki) Ise Japanese Restaurant 212-785-1600 Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30-2:30 Dinner Mon-Fri 5-9:30 $20 Minimum Delivery Wed Oct 23 10:54:20 -0700 2002 0 Kerry 1 1053825 My lunch today.... maguro yamakake ebi fry (panko crumbs) potato salad miso soup with nameko rice cucumber pickles yum! all for $11 Wed Oct 23 15:18:25 -0700 2002 1053776 0 Kerry 2 1056368 Since I love this restaurant, I want to add a few comments. Ise was formerly known as Eisay at 27 Thames Street, and catered to a wide variety of WTC patrons, from Japanese businessmen to Wall Streeters. Thanks to the agencies and those that are helping downtown businesses get back on their feet, Ise is once again serving its authentic, traditional delights on Pine Street. And the service, food and ambiance are better than ever (and they were excellent before). You can check out their site at www.iserestaurant.com - better yet, stop by the restaurant. Mon Jan 13 23:29:17 -0800 2003 1053825 0 Richard 1 1053926 The exact address of the new ISE is: 56 Pine Street, between William and Pearl Street It's a beautiful place, well designed. A big difference from the original place on Greenwich Street. But the food just as excellent! Thu Oct 24 09:56:46 -0700 2002 1053776 0 Tommy T 1 1054089 What about the Japanese noodle shop downstairs from the old place on Greenwich? Sat Oct 26 20:34:09 -0700 2002 1053776 0 Tiger611