Darwin G.'s Profile

I tried both the chicken and lamb shish kati roll. They were $6 each for mini Indian burrtios. They were both a bit bland and I think I would rather get street meat gyro instead of the lamb shish.

I came here for some late night drunk eats. It's a hole in the wall and might seem a bit sketchy, but this is legit. There are taco places all over like Pinche Taqueria or San Loco that just do not compare to this place.
The soft taco tasted home made instead of packaged, doughy, and sweet. I tried both the chorizo and carnita, which were both delicious. Also, at $2.50 a taco, you won't find a better deal for simple, yet mouthwatering tacos. I would just sit down and eat 10 of them if I could.
Watch out for the hot sauce though, it can be pretty vicious.

While I have yet to try anything else on here (the drinks, soups, dishes, and other buns), I had quite the craving the char sui bao or steamed pork buns. Remember that they are quite different from the non-steamed ones that have that shiny glazed on top. I personally think there isn't even a comparison between the two. One tastes pretty artificial and the other one is just heavenly.
The steamed porks from dim sum are really good. These are quite comparable. They are different in that they are noticeably bigger. The bun itself is firmer and not as sweet. The filling isn't as gooey and also not as sweet . Instead, it is loaded with very big pieces of pork. It really makes this bun something different. I would have to say this is the best pork bun that I've ever had.
I like that it's firmer and meatier than the ones from dim sum. They're made to order and much fresher than those of bakeries in Flushing or Chinatown. The Momofuku attempt as at the pork bun is overpriced and nothing special.

For $1.50 a bun, this place is really a hidden gem. You can see in the Yelp picture how it can just make you drool. While I should be coming back for more than just the buns, the steamed pork buns are to die for and something you need to try. In an area with does not have much good food, this is a place to return to over and over again.

(I recently had their curry Singapore noodles, which was great. Huge portion worthy for two meals and they didn't skimp on the shrimp, beef, and chicken. They have a lunch special from 11-4 that you get a free soda if you order $5.50 worth of food.
The blueberry bubble tea was good. A bit overpriced though for the small size. Then again, we're not in Flushing or Chinatown and where else are you going to get your bubble tea fix int his area..)

I came here for the $7 lunch special. I only did take out, but it was extremely busy and it is a very beautiful restaurant. The crab dumplings were clearly store bought frozen. They were mushy and tasteless. I would suggest getting something else for your appetizer choice.
As for the main, I ordered the standard pad thai. It was pretty standard and delicious. They give you a generous portion.
Not too exciting, but it's well priced and decent quality food.

I hesitate to give this late night "junk food" 5 stars, but it's part of the New York City experience. Halal carts have basically taken over hot dog/pretzel stands on the streets of New York. This is the best halal that I've had and is a bit different from what you usually get.
For $6 ($1 more than the usual carts), you get a huge platter of rice, lamb/chicken combination, salad, pita, and sauces. For drunk late night food, it's some of the best. The portion is so big that you probably should split it with someone. Then again, if you have an appetite, you can shovel that yummy hala goodness into face until you're completely stuffed.
They give you a container of hot sauce and white sauce. Watch OUT for the hot sauce. it's extremely spicy and you don't need the whole thing. Don't ruin your whole plate of food by throwing it all in. As for the white sauce, which they're famous for, put on as much as you can. They even have bottles on the side of the cart that you can use so you can go crazy.
As for a tip, don't wait on line like all the other people. Right across the street there are extra carts. They sell the same thing and you can tell by exact same yellow bags hanging from the carts. I don't know why people aren't catching onto this.

While it's nothing something I could eat everyday, I think this has become something that you simply have to experience in New York. It's near Time Square for all you tourists and even die hard New Yorkers keep coming back to this place.

I came here for the late night menu. I first ordered the Seven Spice Chips. I would've preferred if they were crispy kettled cooked, or freshly hot, or had more flavor. Instead, they weren't spiced much and quite standard potato chips. Disappointing for $3.
I tried the watermelon slushie soju, which is exactly what it sounds like it is. The soju taste isn't very overpowering and compliments really well with the fresh cool watermelon flavor.
My friend and I split an order of chicken wings. It was with a soy based sauce. They were pan seared and the perfectly cooked. The comes with about six wings for $12.
The rice cake dish is actually a traditional Korean dish named tteokbokki. It's rice cake with gochujang (a Korean staple sauce made of fermented red pepper). I usually am not too fond of the dish, but they fry it before coating it with the coat so that there's a bit of a crispy texture on the outside while the inside is still soft rice cake. A fine dish.
The pig tail is made with a hoisin based sauce. It's a bit boney, but an interesting part of the swine.

While spending about around $20 for a late night snack might not be something you want to do all the time, they have some great dishes that definitely worth trying.

Well as you all know already, this is not a dive bar. Instead, it feels like a grungy-ish college town bar and the crowd definitely represents that. It's composed of basically people under 25 and just has a feel of something that I really haven't experienced in the city.
I've done the college town scene and that is something that New York City really doesn't have. That could be a good thing or bad thing, but that's up your opinion.
I like that they have decent seating, beer pong tables, small keys, a really damp nasty basement, and ample bathrooms. I hear that they have "make your own drink behind the bar" and Tuesday All You Can Drink Champagne. I have yet to try those and look forward to doing so.
As for negatives, I don't think I've to a bar so poorly lit in the sense that it was pretty bright in there and felt a bit weird for a bar at 1:00AM. Also, the drinks/beers are really questionable. I would expect them to be like a real college and serve PBR, Bud Light, or Natural Ice. It would be nice to get the real college frat party feel going. Instead, they serve pretty decent beers like a pilsner, the UFO, etc. for $5. I want a $3 beer for a "college" experience. Not New York prices for beer. The same goes for cocktails. I overheard someone charge $24 for two double vodkas cocktails.

In the end, this all depends on if you like the college experience. If that's what you're looking for, I would really suggest this place to get the atmosphere, crowd, gimmicks and vibe.
On the other hand, the drink prices don't reflect that well. Then again, as a college partyer, you should know how to pregame like a champ so just pregame and don't worry about buying too many drinks in the first place.

I decided to try this place out because the eccentric old fashioned decor looked really interesting and the sign outside did say "Rib Eye-$4.55." That definitely catches one's eyes. I walked in expecting an amazing gourmet sandwich.
Instead, the place serves wraps, which we all know is a lot less filling than a big roll or hero. I chose the rib eye, which I went there for, and go to choose a sauce (chili mayo) and toppings like lettuce, tomato, pickles, etc. They charge extra for Swiss cheese or guac spread.
I was really surprised to be serve a single handed wrap. Usually from a deli, they're so big that you need to eat them with two hands (that's what she said). Then again, those wraps probably go for $6-8. If you've tried a kati roll, you know what size I'm talking about.
Granted, it was a very delicious wrap, but I was really disappointed by the size. It was absolutely demolished after 3 decent bites.

This place just leaves me quite torn. The size of the wrap is really small, but when you compare at around $5, you realize that doesn't really get you too far in this area. That's a kati roll from Kati Roll or Aamchi Pao. Or single patty burger at Five Guys. Or smallish platter from the Dosa Kart. Or not even a hummus platter from Hummus Place.
However, do we maybe pay for those places, not only for quality, but because they're different? That we can't just get those foods at anytime or anywhere?
In the end, this is basically a high end toasted wrap. If you want to order the grande size with a few fixings for for $9 (less if you get chicken or portobello mushroom), then you're paying a bit more for a bit less food than a standard deil, but you're getting quality.

Chinese take out if you're near NYU. It's pretty standard and has good prices on their lunch special.

Meh, it's convenient and you pay for it. The buffet bar is pretty diverse, but cost something like $7-8/lb. It has more than just any other convenience store.
It has a $5 credit card minimum.