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Review: Ben and Jack’s Steakhouse 44th Street

by xoJohn

Location: 219 East 44th Street New York, NY

Cuisine: Steakhouse

Best Dish: We love their steak it is always tender juicy and well prepared. The bacon is an extremely close second.

Cost: $$$

Overall: A carnivore haven with a decadent assortment of meats in a sophisticated atmosphere.

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Review: Trattoria Italienne

by Desha Winborne

Location: 19 West 24th Street, New York, NY 10010

Cuisine: Italian/French

Best Dish: The polenta is amazing. The umami from the mushrooms and decadent smoothness of the heirloom polenta are a winning combination.

Cost: $$$

Overall: Italian and French cuisine that goes above and beyond the standard chicken parm and wine. Trattoria Italienne serves up Rustic cuisine with a modern flair and sumptuous flavors.

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Review: Woodpecker by David Burke

by xoJohn

Location: 30 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001

Cuisine: American

Best Dish: The Salmon was excellent, the combination of fish and veggies was well thought out. The Cricket Pizza was also amazing, we could eat that jalapeño pesto on anything.

Cost: $$$

Overall: A whimsical destination for Instagram worthy dishes in an artistic atmosphere.

As you may or may not know, David Burke is an acclaimed American Chef with decades of experience. His latest endeavor, Woodpecker, is an experiment of sorts abandoning gas stovetops for the classic wood burning stove.

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Review: Surf City Beach Bar & Restaurant

by xoJohn

Location: 1 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Cuisine: American/Seafood

Best Dish: The Lobster Rolls were stupendous. The tender lobster was well seasoned and the sweet rolls were buttery and fresh, absolutely delicious.

Cost: $$

Overall: A great way to beat the summer heat and enjoy beachy vibes.

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In New York City, the meatpacking district is the place to go for good eats and exceptional nightlife. It’s no secret why Bagatelle is one of the places everyone must visit while in the big apple. Bagatelle is a fine French bistro known for a lively brunch scene, with an opulent space accented by graffiti art. Depending on the day/night, the ambiance at Bagatelle can be fun, cozy, or a party. The night we stopped in to sample the menu, it was very cozy and intimate, which is what we prefer. Speaking of new the menu, let’s talk about what Bagatelle is offering their patrons for this Spring/Summer season.

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Photo Credit: Andrew Werner

Sushi Roxx is one of NYC’s most unique dining experiences. The trendy Japanese eatery is also a theater of sorts with nightly performances by some of the city’s most talented singers and dancers, who also happen to be part of the wait staff. In between courses, your server may be belting out a classic on the mainstage or twirling around the room in an intricate dance number. We attended a performance once before and were delighted to return to preview their latest show and sample a few new menu items. Among the new menu items are grilled shishito peppers, a spicy light alternative to classic edamame and four new sushi rolls. The new rolls feature an assortment of delectable ingredients such as caviar, crispy nori, snow crab, and lobster. We highly recommend the Van Halen, its a sweet fresh roll with just a hint of spice. We washed down the tasty treats with a few specialty cocktails. One of the newest on the menu is the Black Panther a gin and berry cocktail that is aromatic and refreshing.


There are three different themed performances on their weekly schedule. Wednesday nights you can catch their “I Love Roxx and Roll” compilation of hits. Thursday evenings are an homage to classics with their throwback set playfully entitled “Boogie Nights”. Lastly, starting April 13th Friday and Saturday nights will be devoted to “We Will Roxx You” their latest show of choreographed dance numbers and popular covers. The setlist for this show includes well-known hits from Aerosmith, Van Halen, Journey and Lenny Kravitz to name a few. Sushi Roxx is an entertaining evening of food, cocktails, and music that will leave you hungry for more. Visit SushiRoxxNYC.com for reservations.

Photo Credit: Andrew Werner
Photo Credit: Andrew Werner
Photo Credit: Andrew Werner
Photo Credit: Andrew Werner
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Location: 93 MacDougal Street, New York N.Y. 10012

Cuisine: Italian (Pizza)

Best Dish: The pasta was tasty and the meatballs unforgettable but the pizza reigns supreme.

Price:$$

Overall: A quaint restaurant with old-school charm and amazing pizza. An ideal option for all pizza/pasta lovers.

New Yorkers know good pizza, we all possess the innate ability to ferret out the very best in saucy cheesy goodness. As a result, the argument over the best in the big apple is one that will rage on to infinity. Each boro has their go-to pizza place, one of Staten Island’s favorites is Denino’s Pizzeria & Tavern. 

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Dinner at La Pulperia (Review)

by xoJohn

Location: 151 East 57th Street, New York, NY

Cuisine: South American

Best Dish: Fish Ribs are a thing and you need to experience them at least once. Imagine all the flavor and texture of tender baby back ribs with the healthiness of grilled fish. Fish ribs are outstanding and as far as we know this is the only place that serves them.

Price: $$$

Overall: Enter Pulperia and prepare yourself for a good meal in a lively atmosphere. The menu is mostly seafood so bring your seafood-loving friends here for a night of Reggaeton Latin Pop and sexy cocktails.

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