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Mogador Cafe
location: 101. st. marks pl. new york.ny. 10009.
phone: 212.677.2226.
key: moroccan/north african/french influence, east village, moderate price, friendly, reservations
this has steadily been one of my favorite restaurants in the city. this extremley cozy cafe was recently renovated after they moved into the space that was originally east village bookstore. while their menu features cuisine that has moroccan, north african and french influence, i love their tagines with charmoulla sauce. this green sauce is not only spicy, but also totally flavorful. it is best eaten with cous cous, and if you are hungry, go for some basmati carbs. for the less adventurous, try their falafel.
the service at mogador is friendly and decently prompt. one thing that also is consistent with the food and the service is the waitress suggesting appetizers because of the delay in preparing entree. if you do end up waiting, ask for their tabouli, or tomato and garlic 'chutney' served with toasty pita. don't forget to try their hot sauce on the side. it is not the regular red pepper sauce you find in chinese restaurants!
fyi: while here check out the australian ice cream store, or mark down crif dogs for your after-drinks snacks.
location: 101. st. marks pl. new york.ny. 10009.
phone: 212.677.2226.
key: moroccan/north african/french influence, east village, moderate price, friendly, reservations
this has steadily been one of my favorite restaurants in the city. this extremley cozy cafe was recently renovated after they moved into the space that was originally east village bookstore. while their menu features cuisine that has moroccan, north african and french influence, i love their tagines with charmoulla sauce. this green sauce is not only spicy, but also totally flavorful. it is best eaten with cous cous, and if you are hungry, go for some basmati carbs. for the less adventurous, try their falafel.
the service at mogador is friendly and decently prompt. one thing that also is consistent with the food and the service is the waitress suggesting appetizers because of the delay in preparing entree. if you do end up waiting, ask for their tabouli, or tomato and garlic 'chutney' served with toasty pita. don't forget to try their hot sauce on the side. it is not the regular red pepper sauce you find in chinese restaurants!
fyi: while here check out the australian ice cream store, or mark down crif dogs for your after-drinks snacks.
spice
location: 1411. 2nd avenue. new york city.
phone: 212.988.5348/988.5364
thai, multiple locations, ambience, music, tasty drinks, inexpensive
this is a neat and hip restaurant with multiple locations. spice is owned by the same management that owns "sea" in east village and w'burg. obviously, the ambience needs no mention. the food is decent, and the drinks are interesting. the music kicks ass. i had the 'thai volcanic chicken' that came sizzling with a volcanic fire on it. the 'tofu satay' appetizer rocks as well. its a neat date spot, and also good for groups. overall, the restaurant is recommended for cheap dinners and quick deliveries.
if you are in the neighborhood, you may also want to check the museums uptown.
location: 1411. 2nd avenue. new york city.
phone: 212.988.5348/988.5364
thai, multiple locations, ambience, music, tasty drinks, inexpensive
this is a neat and hip restaurant with multiple locations. spice is owned by the same management that owns "sea" in east village and w'burg. obviously, the ambience needs no mention. the food is decent, and the drinks are interesting. the music kicks ass. i had the 'thai volcanic chicken' that came sizzling with a volcanic fire on it. the 'tofu satay' appetizer rocks as well. its a neat date spot, and also good for groups. overall, the restaurant is recommended for cheap dinners and quick deliveries.
if you are in the neighborhood, you may also want to check the museums uptown.
