Great Finds

So I feel like I’ve been blasting NYC a lot so I wanted to start keeping a running list of great NYC finds. Consider this my version of the Zaggat without the expensive places. Please let me know if you have other great NYC or Cleveland finds.

-Iggy’s on Ludlow (132 Ludlow). They gave a $5 PBR (Pabst Blue Ribbon) shot deal (any tap shot). It seems to be one of the best drink deals in the city. For $40, my friends and I were feeling good. Be careful, there is a $25 minimum on your credit card that isn’t disclosed in the establishment. We had a little spat with the bartender over my pals bill but was cleared up. (She was actually cleared of the bill totally). Anyway, it’s a great dive with a good jukebox. See the pictures below for proof.

-Rin Thai Cuisine Chelsea 265 West 23rd St New York, NY 10011 This little find is close to the 1, C & E trains. The Spring Rolls, Chicken and Shrimp Dumplings, Pineapple Fried Rice, Basil Spicy Fried Rice and Pad Thai is to die for. The best thing about this place is that it is super affordable and in an interesting area. This is a great place for a date (not like I was on one) or meeting place for friends. The service is great and staff was friendly. The drink selection was expansive and affordable. See the pictures below for a look at the great ambiance.

For comparison sake, one my two favorite affordable and amazing Asian dining options are: LiWah http://liwahrestaurant.com/ (where the most expensive thing on the menu is $12 and the service is very fast and Phnom Phen http://www.ohiorestaurant.com/ who also has excellent food with great prices and fast services. Both of these places don’t have the most modern décor and best ambiances, but the food is cheap and tasty.
Cleveland or NYC, You Decide…


My pal Tesh at Rin