Will be likely going to RUB while in town in Dec. with a party of four. I realise opinion is divided on NYC BBQ, but this place is close to out hotel and convenient as a first night pre-theatre.
Couple of questions:
Whats good here?
Also, I understand there are no reservations. Are we fairly good for getting a table right away there on a Wednesday at say 5.30pm?
Cheers
By ooglewoogle
on Nov 13, 2008 05:28 AM
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I love the wings, burnt ends, and onion strings. You should have no problem getting a table right away at 5:30pm on a Wednesday.
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I will second the burnt ends. As much as I love the onion strings they are a gut buster and 1 order can easily be shared by 2 people. The beans are great as well.
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Rub was great when it opened, better than it is now. Having said that, I guess it is hit or miss. I have had very good dinners there in the past year and a few that were quite bad (fatty and tepid meat with no interesting texture and not enough smoke).
I think when they are on the pulled pork is quite nice. I have had bad luck with the ribs. I also like the link sausages.
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Got to get the deep fried Oreos
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I agree you should have no trouble getting a seat at 5:30pm on a Wed. This is the best time to go if you don't want to wait. NYers eat late even on week nights so anytime earlier than 6:30/7PM should be okay. I won't recommend anything as I've tried it three times with a friend, varying the menu choices each time, and totally agree with NYJewboy re the quality on their off days. We could not have provided a more accurate description of our meal experiences there. But I hope you have a great meal there as it sounds like it is possible based on some of the reviews on this board.
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Thanks one and all. Great to know we should be ok for 5.30's and some idea of what to try.
Hopefully we will catch it on a good night. Will report back.
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Is my new reply Kosher? If I take a pic is it ok then?
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