Which of the New Pizzerias Is Getting the Biggest Piece of the Pie?
We take head counts at several recently opened pizzerias.
Posted 03/20/09 in Grub Street
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Recession Spot Check: Which Restaurants Are Full?
Industry wisdom says that bars are always busy during a recession, while people refrain from dining out. But is that actually true?
Posted 02/11/09 in Grub Street
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If You Reduce It, They Will Come
A head count of the bar crowd during Allen & Delancey's half-off night.
Posted 11/26/08 in Grub Street
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Ko Is Slightly Less Impossible During the Holidays
There were still seats open as late as this morning.
Posted 11/25/08 in Grub Street
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Which Reservation System Is More Infuriating: Tom’s or Ko’s?
We tried out both today.
Posted 11/20/08 in Grub Street
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Tapas Torture
The wait at Boqueria Soho is as long as we knew it would be.
Posted 07/21/08 in Grub Street
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An Empty House and Bon Jovi at the Former Florent
One month after taking over from Florent, R&L Restaurant is without booze, and without customers.
Posted 06/25/08 in Grub Street
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Want a Last Meal at Florent? Try Breakfast
At about 9:30 this morning, only a dozen people were eating at Florent. That may be because the gas has been out since Monday. Or is it because the restaurant is still in step four of the Kübler-Ross model: Depression?...
Posted 04/07/08 in Grub Street
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Weekend Wait at Ippudo Reaches Two Hours
A flashy newcomer has surpassed Setagaya as the ramen of the moment.
Posted 01/28/08 in Grub Street
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Posted 01/14/08 in Grub Street
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