Comment Archives: stories: Restaurants: Bites
Re: “The Weekly Open Thread: Best Milkshake in Town?”
CVF, regarding Gifford's, that's a mighty bold claim. So it's made locally,right? A little googling suggests it's available at the Farmer's Market, huh? I need to check it out.
Re: “Al Roker Visits Hatcher Family Dairy, Learns How to Make Loveless Gravy”
The 'Hatcher Family Dairy ' link in the article does not work.
Re: “McDonald's on Broadway Finally Set to Rebuild and Reopen Later This Year”
Thank goodness, I've been dying for a great burger.
Re: “Wandering Wino: Better Find a DD Edition”
Sorry about the mix-up, Advice. I checked my original email from mid April and it said 6:30. I would invite you to join Hoyt's mailing list, but only if you have unlimited bandwidth. Some people don't like the volume of emails, but I find them useful. Unfortunately, occasionally a date or time change falls through the cracks. Again, my apologies.
Re: “Wandering Wino: Better Find a DD Edition”
I was sad to show up for Hoyt's 360 Bistro tasting last night at 6:30 (based on this post) only to discover that it actually started at 6pm : (
Re: “Try Out the New Menu at Eighth and Roast”
So glad to welcome them to the 'hood. Missed their other place.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
For NOLA eats try Luke (fantastic brasserie by John Besh), Cochon (duh), Babylon Cafe (great brunch), Felix's Oyster Bar (a staple), Pepperoni Cafe (a charming dive), and Freret St. Po'boys and Donuts (best po'boy I had).
Re: “Try Out the New Menu at Eighth and Roast”
I work around the corner and was lukewarm about this place but I have to give them props, the food is awesome!
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
@Ryan - The prix fixe lunch at Restaurant August is not to be missed. A serious bargain ($20.01 for 3 courses) and truly exceptional food. We used the prix fixe as a starting point and then added on another course or two, but it is by no means necessary. The space, vibe, service and food were all just lovely!
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
@Ryan, I'm sure you'll get no shortage of recs from this board regarding NOLA eats, so I'll get in early: K-Paul was one of the best dining experiences of my life. The only thing that was ordinary was the dining room itself. The food was great - everything we tried was fantastic. Great service. And I thought the value was incredible - pretty reasonably priced place. I spent far more at other places (like Le Foret) and wasn't nearly as satisfied. And Royal House is a great place for lunch - I rec a bloody mary and oysters. And get a sazerac at the Sazerac Bar inside the Roosevelt Hotel.
As a side note, I found service in nola to be very hit or miss - some places like K Paul knocked it out the park and others were downright horrible.
To not totally hijack this thread, I'll say that Chappy's is underwhelming. I've eaten there 3-4 times and never been blown away. Enough with the butter already.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
I ate at Chappy's once years ago. I thought it was completely unremarkable. I'm going to NOLA for the first time in a couple of weeks, other than Mother's, any recommendations for restaurants?
Re: “Improve Your Patty Skillz with Wicked Good Burgers”
You know who makes a great, simple, hand-sized cheeseburger? SYLVAN PARK in GREEN HILLS. Hot, crispy fries, too. Believe it. As fresh as can be.
Re: “Cookbook Review: Health on Your Plate (Plus a Giveaway)”
Congratulations to comment #5, the winner!
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
I have never eaten at Chappy's, but have had their food at events like Generous Helpings and the Sunset Safari. I was never impressed. I will say after seeing that walk-in on the show, I will NEVER eat there. Disgusting! I don't care if they cleaned it that night. He was so against change the entire episode, I wouldn't be surprised if it looked like it did on the show again. Gross.
Re: “Joseph Lenn, Sandor Katz of Tennessee Take Prizes at Last Night's Beard Awards Gala”
Absolutely amazing! I wonder if any other state besides NY or Calif had as many winners. Bet we won more per capita...
Re: “Joseph Lenn, Sandor Katz of Tennessee Take Prizes at Last Night's Beard Awards Gala”
And of course, as we already reported, Nashville's own Prince's Hot Chicken won a James Beard Foundation America’s Classics award this year.
http://www.nashvillescene.com/bites/archiv…
Re: “Improve Your Patty Skillz with Wicked Good Burgers”
"Some of the burgers are truly over the top, like the $100 Burger that calls for Wagyu brisket and short ribs, foie gras and truffle powder, but most of the recipes look delicious and creative. There are also plenty of recipes for inventive side dishes and toppings like duck fat fries, grilled romaine and dilled salmon roe."
This sounds like something Jack might appreciate, but the common burger lover would likely shun it based on the price tag alone. Frankly, I'd blow it away with 80/20 ground chuck from Harris Teeter, seasoned with salt pepper and hint of garlic, grilled on a Weber with Kingsford charcoal, smothered with BoorsHead yellow American cheese, served on a potato bun slathered with Hellman's mayo, Grey Poupon, and served with fresh onion and tomato.
Re: “McDonald's on Broadway Finally Set to Rebuild and Reopen Later This Year”
When you have to hire Tom White...makes you wonder what McD's expected to be up against.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
have you guys watched the version of this show where they redo bars? i really like it. they are honest but i feel they are kind. my understanding was that the chappys show was mean spirited and i dont like shows like that.
Re: “Treat Mom to a Special Mother's Day and Help Out Conexión Américas”
This sounds awesome! And did you see the Cinnamon & Coconut Dusted Fried Plantains too? We will be there!