638488 Tue Jul 21 23:15:58 -0700 2009 28 18 Manhattan 0 4879632 Although Ippudo is most known for its ramen, I highly recommend their tako yamaimo ponzu, which is a cold tender octopus , they add some shrimp, layers of ponzu, tako, shrimp , yamaimo ( mountain yam) , and gelatin cubes. really good treat. The annin tofu dessert is amazing. Can anyone recommend dishes in restaurants that arent what they are most known for? Another example is the duck in Soba Koh. or the lamb chops in Megu. Tue Jul 21 23:15:58 -0700 2009 118604 foodwhisperer 1 4879905 Peter Luger french fries and onion rings. Both are some of the best I have ever had. Everyone always talks about the german potatoes but both of these sides far outshine them in my opinion. Strip House's creamed corn with pancetta is outstanding as well. Wed Jul 22 05:27:03 -0700 2009 4879632 76968 steakrules85 2 4879993 Luger's onion rings are incredible, as is their cheeseburger. While most go for the pancakes, I love the biscuit breakfast sandwich at Clinton St. Chips & guacamole: Chipotle Reese's Peanut Butter Cup cookie: Big Booty Bread Co. Burger: La Esquina www.thelunchbelle.com Wed Jul 22 06:04:20 -0700 2009 4879905 110996 LeahBaila 3 4880014 Oh yeah while on the topic of Clinton Street Bakery, their brown sugar bacon is unbelievable. Wed Jul 22 06:10:02 -0700 2009 4879993 76968 steakrules85 3 4899223 I second the burger at la esqina. I also really like the number 45 at pho bang on Mott -- Bun Bo Xao Sauteed Sliced Beef Lettuce On Rice Vermicelli. I get it almost as often as their pho. Tue Jul 28 23:29:54 -0700 2009 4879993 11447 bothrops_asper 4 4899357 Right? The burger is great! www.thelunchbelle.com Wed Jul 29 04:39:13 -0700 2009 4899223 110996 LeahBaila 4 4902200 At Pho Bang Mott, the pork belly on shrimp chips with mint and lettuce app is crazy good. Wed Jul 29 20:37:05 -0700 2009 4899223 41798 windycity 5 4906545 sounds good, thanks! Fri Jul 31 10:04:52 -0700 2009 4902200 12656 bigjeff 1 4881129 Mussels and fries at Via Emilia. My wife vouches for the mussels (I'm not a fan of mussels) and we both raved about the fries. Wed Jul 22 10:59:25 -0700 2009 4879632 40108 jakew8 1 4884897 the steak with marrow custard mustard is possibly one of the finest cuts of beef ive ever had at gotham... Thu Jul 23 13:41:05 -0700 2009 4879632 14393 sam1 2 4884916 I don't want to sound like I am insulting you .. but isn't it called the Gotham Steak because it is something they ARE KNOWN for. Gotham's steak has been on their menu since they opened and they will never take it off because it is a signature entree. The OP wants recs for things that places aren't known for. While on the topic of Gotham Bar and Grill, I would say their soft shell crabs and lobster are better examples..amazing! Thu Jul 23 13:48:19 -0700 2009 4884897 76968 steakrules85 3 4885030 it was a special when i last had it and not on the menu...i may be mistaken but i only think theyve added it recently. the reason i mentioned it is its definitely not your typical steakhouse. ive rarely heard anyone appreciate it until recently on chowhound boards. Thu Jul 23 14:27:08 -0700 2009 4884916 14393 sam1 4 4885563 Perhaps you are talking about the 65 day dry aged steak they were featuring recently and not their usual steak? Thu Jul 23 17:34:18 -0700 2009 4885030 76968 steakrules85 5 4899197 the cheese steak at katz' is very good ,, better quality meat than usual cheesesteak. Tue Jul 28 22:51:28 -0700 2009 4885563 118604 foodwhisperer 6 4899626 Interesting.... Wed Jul 29 06:46:42 -0700 2009 4899197 76968 steakrules85 6 4900122 is it on the brisket? *the katz cheesesteak. posted in the wrong spot. Wed Jul 29 09:16:06 -0700 2009 4899197 178083 ConOrama 7 4941268 the cheese steak at katzs is not brisket Wed Aug 12 16:12:41 -0700 2009 4900122 118604 foodwhisperer 3 4903222 On the Gotham Bar & Grill website, the dish is listed as "Grilled New York Steak". Thu Jul 30 08:57:47 -0700 2009 4884916 10641 big o 4 4903825 Yep thats their classic steak. Thu Jul 30 11:47:46 -0700 2009 4903222 76968 steakrules85 5 4904790 Just felt compelled to point out that the steak is not named after the restaurant and -- as Sam mentioned -- the dish is rarely mentioned on these boards. I actually think the seafood salad is more widely considered to be the restaurant's signature dish. Thu Jul 30 16:41:49 -0700 2009 4903825 10641 big o 1 4903451 Most folks rave about the burgers at Mollys, but I think the Fish and Chips are the best in the city. Thu Jul 30 10:08:54 -0700 2009 4879632 79984 princeofpork 2 4903900 I'll keep that in mind for my next visit, thanks. Thu Jul 30 12:11:28 -0700 2009 4903451 13204 curiousgeo 1 4904940 The deep fried banana at Mei Li Wah: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/605528 p. Thu Jul 30 17:46:42 -0700 2009 4879632 24813 Polecat 1 4905597 Artisanal is known for cheese and cheese-containing dishes but I have always had fantastic oysters there. Fri Jul 31 01:56:50 -0700 2009 4879632 10198 eeee 2 4941272 Ive never been to Artisanal, but fantastic oysters sounds good to me, i'll be there soon Wed Aug 12 16:13:42 -0700 2009 4905597 118604 foodwhisperer 2 4941510 how's their fruit de mer? or you just stick with oysters? Wed Aug 12 17:35:55 -0700 2009 4905597 12656 bigjeff 1 4906760 Veal Parm at Palm Too. Fri Jul 31 11:11:14 -0700 2009 4879632 21566 tbear 2 4941275 Veal Parm at Palm ,, hmmm sounds like something worth trying ,, suprised they dont call it Veal Palm,,,,,lobster at the Palm is good too Wed Aug 12 16:14:38 -0700 2009 4906760 118604 foodwhisperer 1 4981157 A few thoughts: Brisket at Katz's - if you get it juicy, it's almost as good as the pastrami. Orange (or is it called Tangerine?) Beef at Cantoon Garden - best I've had in years! Fried Rice at Cantoon Garden - also excellent. Wed Aug 26 18:31:09 -0700 2009 4879632 17058 Pan