1749 wine bar take 2 Coupon

This is the second time I went to this place and it was good.

Here is a collection of what my date and I had to eat with the coupon.

Here is a salad, the dressing I could not put my finger on it 

The bread, cheese and peppers (oh yeah and the olives ehh)

This was a cool item to have as an appetizer

His pasta was so delicious, I really liked the sauce, it tasted homemade omg

This Pizza was cool... I was a bit too full when I got to my second slice, Mind you We had a Tarte next door smh LOL

www.1742winebar.com/

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Oriental cafe (Coupon)

This review is based off both the food and the coupon...

The coupon was for two entree's some appetizers, and a drink. 

Here's my date's dish for an entree, Salmon teriyaki. It was tasty I guess but nothing special... I liked the sauce.

The rice that it came with.

Here's my dish... I wanted broccoli with garlic sauce, but the waitress insisted I add other veggies, which I did, but the dish wasn't good at all... barely ate it at all. 

This was an appetizer we shared... very small shrimp teriyaki... 

Their rock shrimp was disappointing, why not drench the shrimp with the sauce, why give the consumer the option... not a fan, but it was okay tasting 

House wine... what can I say... and As you can see in the picture, place was pretty empty...

Would I go here again, no... the place is basically a local restaurant for the neighborhood, if I lived in the area maybe it would be great, but I was a little disappointed that this was an option for groupon... next time I will read up on the place before I get a coupon...

www.orientalcafenewyork.com

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Van Diemen Experience

OH how i love visiting friends in the city on my off days, And today was the best visit yet. Being a  Pescatarian has it's down sides when it comes to eating out but when you find new items on the menu, you remember what it means to be a foodie!!1

They added Fish Tacos on the menu and boy oh boy were these bad boys good!!!!!. At $14 these bad boys packed a whopping flavor punch all in my taste buds! The tangy sauce, the great spice on the actual fish right down to the mango salsa on top! Now this wasn't my only order... I sure did order another one to goo... Couldn't keep this great experience to myself, I had to share it with my Boo of course!!!

Their Truffle fries are to die for! I don;t ever have to ask what else I need/ want with anything I order, the Truffle fries are mandatory at all cost. They have a really good truffle oil in that kitchen, so good I went looking for it and found a decent one to make these amaze-ball fries at home my damn self!!!

WELL Well WELL I highly suggest going here, and tipping the bartenders really well You hear!!! Never disappointing when I travel here! Till then

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At nine Lunch

First off I'd like to say that this is indeed the cheapest lunch I ever had and really enjoyed it as well!!

Lunch comes with app, entree and drink who can beat that and it's all for a measly 7.99!!!

Here is there take on spring rolls and a little salad on the side! yummerzz

My thai Ice tea did not disappoint at all!

The start is the entree... I had their coconut rice with veggie panang... OMG that is was bananas I almost ordered another to go home oh man. What really intrigued me was the rice.... it was the best part yum yum yum 

This is a nice hidden gem in times square. I highly suggest going here for lunch or happy hour!

www.atninenyc.com

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Harlem at fifth (Coupon)

$40 or $80 to Spend at Harlem on Fifth Bar & Grill Harlem on Fifth Bar & Grill

What a great Coupon to utilize in an interesting location. At first I was a little skeptical because I rather coupons that have a set amount of items to choose from but that defeats the purpose of trying new things I guess, Any who ( no more rambling) I really enjoyed my time here with my boo and let me show you why!!

This is one side of their draft beer selection, and being a beer lover, I was able to select all of the lovely beers they has on tap and enjoyed!

TASTING STROLL ON 5TH

5 oz SAMPLING OF OUR SIX CRAFT BEERS$14.95

My Favorite Beers would have to be the Speakeasy, Harlem At fifth (hahahaha), and the Nutty neighbor. The drinks are lined up just the way they are listed, and taste oh so good. 

RIESLING DR. HANS VON MULLER 2011

fruity aroma and semi-dry finish. Mosel, Germany

My boo had a few glasses of this really light and crisp wine. It was a good choice with the meal we had. 

 

Here is a a side of some veggies to indulge in. 

LEMON GLAZED SALMON

lemon, butter, white wine, herbs$22

CANDIED YAMS and Rice on the Side

This dish was interestingly good, but we were advised to get the teriyaki, and I wish we did. The Salmon needed a little Umph or something. It lacked something on int he seasoning but it was edible. 

GRILLED SHRIMP MAC-N-CHEESE

shrimp, cilantro, parsley$12

This was a a cool dish, I wasn't too fond of it. I rather the Crab instead, more flavorful and delicious!!!

BLUE CRAB MAC-N-CHEESE

crab, parsley, panko bread crumbs$12

Here's what I really enjoyed!!!!

The bits and pieces of the blue crab and the mac and cheese here was a real treat! I really enjoyed this a lot

I would highly suggest going here! The staff is great, the food is good/great depending on what flavor you choose lol... All in all a great dinner was had here!  

www.harlemonfifth.com

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Zinc bistro

What a great way to end a weekend our in the Berkshires. 

For "brunch" I had this 

MOULES FRITES
cream, fine herbs, white wine, shallots
$13

The muscles were so delicious.  That creamy broth was out of this world. I would def recommend this if you travel out there any time soon. It came with a side of fries, but the scare amount of food on my Fiance's plate made me get some more!! 

Pommes Frites $5

ROASTED TROUT
haricots verts, olives, capers, 
cherry tomatoes, lemon
$14

I had a bite of this and thought it was a little bland... the fries helped carry more weight to the dish. If you combine all the items into one bite this is a great dish, or so I've heard... I rather eat my muscles...LOL

he wasn't too fond of it but ate it any way because we were hungry.

I would like to try this place for dinner next time I'm out there... maybe I will have another good dish, and My fiance will love his...

http://www.bistrozinc.com/

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Xicohmexicano

Out in the Berkshires, 

There Special Spicy Margarita Was the bomb.com

I don't recall the actual name, but I do remember it having bits of jalapenos and orange juice in it. A great first start to the dinner out in the Berkshires. 

Caipirinha 

This was my boo's drink... I thought it was a bit weak but he liked it. Nice and sweet and refreshing... makes you wish it were warmer outside and had time to sun gaze. 

Made to order and served in a stone molcajete. Includes tomato, onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime, and salt. 

Quesadilla Vegetables 10

This Veggie Quesadilla was the bomb.com... I mean I can't remember the last time I went to an establishment and they made their own wraps and it tasting so good like this... I honestly wanted to skip my entree and get another order of this. 

You can't go wrong with well seasoned veggies and cheese to marry the ingredients all together. It's a match made in heaven. 

This was my second drink. I was the waiters choice and promised that I would like it.... he was wrong but I drank it anyway adding the jalapenos from the last drink to it and it knocked my socks off. I gave the suggestion to the bartender...and I guess they will ad it to the menu!

Ceviche Tropical $ 11.

Our fresh selection of fish and shrimp in lime and light red salsa

First time really having ceviche and I tell you this much, I am a firm believer of this stuff. It was so good I mean it felt like we were at sea and a little lime and avocado made the dish sing. Oh how I could go for some more now as I write this! 

Wild Salmon a la Veracruzana 25.

Sautéed with tomato, onions, garlic and jalapeño, served with field greens and rice

There were two salmon dishes... very misleading if I must say... One was wild.. which is my dish and the other al fuego....

I can tell you that the salmon was not wild...but it was delicious nonetheless and no complain except for the false notion of it being wild...  I loved the rice, and the tomatoes and the salad on top... I felt like I was at home with this plate of food. The chef knows what he is doing :) 

Salmon al Fuego $ 20.

Broiled marinated salmon on a bed of sautéed wild mushrooms, served over organic mesclun greens

This dish, which also had rice, was really nice. I couldn't decided which one I liked the best... so we shared both plates with one another. I could have done without the mushrooms...which is why he got that order and I got mine.... A must try.

Tres leche

This was a nice way to end the entire meal. Nice and juicy cake with fresh fruit and whipped cream all around it, yummerzzz

When I am back out there I will def try some other dishes and order the two apps again hands down! 

I wish they had other tropical items on the menu... because of the location they don't get plantains, and other items.... but it''s still worth a try. Go check them out you will not be disappointed!. 

http://www.xicohmexicano.com/home/menu

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Asura Lunch

Lunch with friends 

First appetizer was this pretty cool rock shrimp tempura. I really liked it, thought that it was a great way to start off the lunch. Not the best I've ever had... but it does taste pretty good. 

Rock Shrimp Tempura

Shrimp Veggie Roll

This was hinted to me that it was super good... Well in my opinion... it was okay... but I could have done with out it. I liked the rock shrimp better. 

Salmon Teriyaki Lunch Bento

My bento box was cool... I opted to get the veggie rice because the picture looked so good... I ended up eating all the rice, shumai, and ginger and a little bit of the salmon,,, The salmon was pretty bland and I could not really understand why I chose this dish..

I hear this place has a really good happy hour... I might try it one day and see how that works out... till then I am still on the fence about this place.

https://www.delivery.com/cities/nyc/categories/restaurant/asura-asian-bistro

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Home made goodness

Asparagus Risotto with honey glazed salmon!

I am so so so happy to share this dish with you guys. I must first admit that the risotto was from trader joes in the frozen section... great shortcut for the work week to have such a decadent treat! The Salmon I made however, in an over,  on a very high heat to caramelize some of the honey/ brown sugar that I added to the marinate. 

Other ingredients on the salmon include, oregano, micro greens, scallion garlic, cilantro and soy sauce. I might just make this dish again next week!!!

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Pranna Happy Hour!

Curry galore!!!! 

I've never been here but have heard countless things about this place that is sure to please you as it did me. 

Here is the flyer that lured me to inviting my good friends for a dinner here!!!

How could you go wrong with $5 apps at happy hour!!!! You just cant...

The items we share not pictured because we were too hungry to care was the 

- Vegetable Spring Rolls

- Steamed Dumplings

- Fire Cracker Shrimp

- Fried Chicken

Some were eaten by me but not all.....

Vegetable Massaman Curry $20

Potato, Long Beans & Tofu

This was super good!!! I asked for more... the surprising kick was that it had pineapples in the dish that gave a twist to any curry dish I ever indulged into. 

Seared Tilapia In Red Curry $23

Pineapple, Tomatoes, Red Grapes, Thai Basil

This was one of my friends dishes. I had a bite and thought it was really flavorful. I liked it and so did she!!!  can't really critique much on it though. 

Plantain Kofta Curry $20

Green Plantain & Homemade Paneer Dumplings,

Creamy Onion & Almond Curry

This was my dish... OMG was this good. So good I got full saved it and had it for breakfast the next day... OH yes I DID do THAT. Curry sweet plantains is unheard of but they did it here with finesse, I mean flavor town all day!!!!

I have to go back to this place and try other dishes. Indian is one of my to go to cuisines and have yet to be disappointed.... Till next time!!!

http://www.prannarestaurant.com/menus/happy-hour/

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