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I feel like a lot of places in town that have cheese courses tend to have cheeses that are readily available at the Whole Foods cheese counter (like Humboldt Fog). I would say that Tria is an exception, and while it's not a full "restaurant," it is a destination for cheese lovers.
Of all the cheese courses in all the restaurants I've tried, Lacroix has been my favorite. Lots to choose from, knowledgable staff, and generous servings.
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re: urbanfabric
bluehensfan
Jul 14, 2008 04:12 PM
Tria is great...and if you don't get your fill (well at the 18th St location) you're less than a block away from DiBruno's and their cheese cave with a selection in the hundreds.
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gina
Jul 14, 2008 12:10 PM
Cheese is currently my favorite meal of all, so I'm always on the lookout for a great cheese course. Some I've found so far that I really like:
Fork--you can choose three, or I believe five (I always go with three) from their always-changing list. Comes with fruit.
Bistro 7--three pre-selected cheeses, which usually includes Humboldt Fog. Comes with pistachio brittle and honey.
Zinc Bistro--L'assiette Francaise has meats as well (they also have one with just cheese); chef's choice. It is fabulous.
Tria and Beneluxx--if you love cheese, you must go to these places; both have extensive cheese-tasting menus.
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re: Buckethead
rabidog
Jul 14, 2008 04:48 PM
i was underwhelmed by beneluxx. while i LOVE tria (yes, love in all caps) i have tended to go wrong in my cheese ordering, but i'm convinced this might be me. there are verrrry few meatless ingredients on this earth that i don't like but stinky blue cheeses are one of them.
while it wasn't a cheese PLATE, there was a cheese at tinto that nearly had me in tears, it was so good. i think it was a boucheron. it was so good it was ridiculous. i didn't think i could love a cheese that much.
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re: Buckethead
gina
Jul 15, 2008 07:04 AM
I have been to Beneluxx several times, and haven't experienced the temperature problem--could it have been a temporary glitch? I hope so...
I enjoy both equally, although each one can be a very different experience. What I especially like about Beneluxx is that you can sample a large variety at fairly low cost. Tria is a little pricier, but you also get wonderful accompaniments (like truffle mushroom pate).
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The one I purchase myself.
I have never been to a restaurant that has been able to put all of my favorites together, with perfect crackers. And for the cost of the meals in upper echelon dining...I'd rather drop $200 at the cheese shop and (and have the cheese enjoyment extended!), and $200 at the restaurant and try their confections, personally. Especially now that the cheeses are a lot more easilly attainable.
My post sounds rude, it's not meant to. Is there a particular cheese you are looking for, or what type of meal are you looking for? I guess that would help.
