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adi Apr 8, 2012 05:16 PM

UES low key Saturday dinner

hi all-
looking for suggestions for dinner next Saturday night on the UES. italian/American/Mexican are the preferences but a good wine list,moderate prices (entrees less then 40$) and a comfortable vibe that lends itself to chatting are key.
TIA
adi

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    mickel Apr 9, 2012 12:42 PM

    For Italian low key vine mellow and cozy Due can't be topped Everyone who goes love this comfortable quaint place with supremely delicious Italian food

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      hopegoode Apr 9, 2012 03:51 PM

      Italian- Giovanni Venticinque or Felice 83. I think they are now the best in the area...

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      JC2 Apr 9, 2012 12:17 PM

      Square Meal. And, the corkage charge is only $5 - so you can have the best wine list. Food is American. Setting is quiet. Easy to converse. Always had a good meal. Not blow your mind away good, but always good.

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        Linsybee1 Apr 9, 2012 06:32 AM

        Although RGR's answers are always awesome, here are a few more suggestions:

        Italian: Tiramisu
        Mexican: Cascabel Taqueria

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          Sugar Apr 9, 2012 05:51 PM

          not sure the last time you went to Cascabel (or if you ever went to the original a few doors up from its current location), but it's a shell of its former self now unfortunately. And that's from multiple tries on my part trying to regain the old magic.

          B Cafe is a low-key spot with a nicely done menu.

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          RGR Apr 8, 2012 08:48 PM

          Italian: Spigolo
          Mexican: Toloache 82
          American: Untitled

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