Taste of Tribeca

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From the amazing first courses, to the decadent deserts your taste buds are in for a treat on May 17th. Each restaurant selects its dish of 4oz tastes to share with lucky ticket holders. You select the six restaurants you wish to sample with your ticket.

Will it be the Porcini Mushroom Ravioli with Truffle Cream Sauce or BBQ Brisket with Cole Slaw? Perhaps you will go straight for Duane Park Patisserie’s magic cupcakes. Don’t wait too long; crowd favorites go fast. The food is delicious and all 100% donated to raise money for Tribeca’s public elementary schools. So go ahead and enjoy the day. Taste the best of Tribeca!

Check out this year's TASTES!!!

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2 Rivers
$$$
Taste: mini sandwiches
Cuisine: American (Traditional), Bar Food, Sandwiches
35 Thai
$$$
Taste: Chicken Lahb Salad
Cuisine: Thai Asian

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Bazzini
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Taste: nuts & dried fruits
Cuisine: Italian, Gourmet Marketplace

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Acappella
$$$$$
Taste: Homemade Porcini Angelotti w/port wine sauce
Cuisine: Italian

ZAGAT'S Review "Dark" and "romantic", this "white-tablecloth" TriBeCa Northern Italian piles on the antipasti and other "delicious" "old-world" delights served "with flair" by "over-the-top" waiters; just "hold your breath when the bill comes" and "decide the tip" before downing the gratis "housemade grappa."

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Baluchi's
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Taste: cChicken Tikka Masala with rice
Cuisine: Indian

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'beca, Duane Street Hotel
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Taste: Mini Kobe Burger w/yugeo pepper sauce & carmelized onion, mini crab cake, heirloom tomato bococini
Cuisine: American (New), Mediterranean

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Blaue Gans
$$$$
Taste: Wiener Schnitzel & potato salad
Cuisine: German/Austrian

ZAGAT'S Review: "Wursthaus meets TriBeCa" at this "casual" bistro from Walls's Kurt Gutenbrunner offering "good old" Austro-German "staples" with "finesse"; maybe the "hip", spacious quarters are "not elegant", but "fair pricing" and "unpretentious" staffers make it "gemtlich" all the same.

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Bouley
$$$$
Taste: Chef's Surprise
Cuisine: French

ZAGAT'S Review: David Bouley's TriBeCa "mecca" "never ceases to amaze", carrying "class" to an "exemplary level" with "stunning" New French cuisine and "dazzling" but "unstuffy service"; the "opulent" space's "vaulted ceilings" and "soothing" lighting impart a "sense of contentment" that "memories are made of"; no, it's "not cheap"; N.B. watch for a 2008 move to gorgeous new digs down the block.

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Bouley Bakery
$$$$
Taste: Chef's Surprise
Cuisine: French

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Bread Tribeca
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Taste: Mini Black Olive Rolls w/parmigiana & prosciutto di parma
Cuisine: Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches

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Bubble Lounge (The)
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Taste: Chicken Curry Croutons w/toasted walnuts & green apple
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Bubby's
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Taste: Brisket
Cuisine: American (Traditional), Southern & Soul, Barbecue

ZAGAT'S Review: You'd better "bring an appetite" for the "huge portions" of American "down-home cooking" at these underdecorated TriBeCa and Dumbo neighborhood havens; they're best known for their "fantastic brunch", but beware it's "popular" with the "stroller set", so expect "kids everywhere" along with "long lines" and a little "attitude."

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Capsouto Freres
$$$$
Taste: Terrine Provencal
Cuisine: French, Bistro

ZAGAT'S Review: "Visit Provence for a few hours" via this "out-of-the-way" TriBeCa "oasis" that "delights" with "nothing-flashy" French bistro classics "expertly done" (the "souffls are a must"), "wonderful wines" and service to "make you feel like family"; its "lovely", "high-ceilinged" room works equally well for a "romanti" tte-a-tte or "brunch with friends."

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Centrico

Taste: Tacos de Carnitas
Cuisine: Mexican

ZAGAT'S Review: "Satisfy your Mexican craving" at Drew Nieporent's "much-needed" TriBeCan, where chef Aarn Sanchez's "vibrant", "nuevo" dishes are chased with "killer" margaritas; service is mostly "accommodating", and for those who find the interior "a little sterile", in summer there's always the outside seating

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Cercle Rouge

Taste: Chicken Wings
Cuisine: French

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Chanterelle
$$$$$
Taste: Lychee Cream w/rose syrup, pistachio & strawberries
Cuisine: French, American

ZAGAT'S Review: "Damn near perfect", David and Karen Waltuck's TriBeCa French "benchmark" keeps "getting better with age", providing a "regal dining experience" across "all categories"; "every bite of every course is heavenly", while the "elegant", "understated" interior is perfect for "special occasions" with "spot-on", "balletic" service to match; it's "oh so pricey", but "worth every dollar" to most; N.B. dinner is prix fixe only, but ordering la carte is an option at Thursday-Saturday lunch.

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Church Lounge at Tribeca Grand Hotel
$$$$$
Taste: Tuna Tartar w/avocado, jalepeno & citrus soy
Cuisine: French, American

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City Hall
$$$$
Taste: Homemade ice cream & sorbet
Cuisine: Steakhouses, Seafood, American

ZAGAT'S Review: "Bankers, brokers and barristers" blatently broach "business" at Henry Meer's "masculine" TriBeCa surf 'n' turf "classic"; sure, it's costly to be part of "power at play", but the place is "quality" top-to-bottom, and the "soaring space" exudes "old NY."

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Cornerstone Grill
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Taste: Special Kids meal for $5 (benefit's event)
Cuisine: Chicken, Barbecue, Burgers
The Cosmopolitan Cafe
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Taste: Strawberry Shortcake with local organic strawberries
Cuisine: coffee shop
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Danube
$$$$$
Taste: Chef's Surprise
Cuisine: European, Austrian

ZAGAT'S Review: At David Bouley's "transporting" "TriBeCa gem", the "Klimt"-inspired dining room (among the "most beautiful in NYC") takes you back to "a more elegant time", while "sensational" French-accented Viennese fare, an "outstanding wine list" and "seamless", "pampering" service complete the "magical" experience; as one would expect, tabs also are "opulent"; P.S. for a "very special" private party, check out the downstairs.

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Devin Tavern
$$$$$
Taste: Chef's Surprise
Cuisine: American (New), Seafood

ZAGAT'S Review: There's "space for all" in this "big", "gorgeous" TriBeCa New American whose "modern ski-chalet"-like space is augmented with a "warm" and "clubby" downstairs lounge; surveyors split on the "pricey", "pleasantly varied" offerings ("amazing" vs. "passable"), but a post-Survey chef change should help.

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Duane Park Patisserie
$$-$$$
Taste: Molten chocolate cake
Cuisine: Bakery

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Dylan Prime
$$$$$
Taste: Chef's Surprise
Cuisine: Steakhouse, American Nouveau

ZAGAT'S Review: "Not your grandpa's steakhouse", this "suave" TriBeCa version goes well beyond red meat as it attracts "suits" and "young singles" with its first-class fare, "solicitous" service and a next-door "bar scene that's a blast"; no wonder it's a "bit expensive."

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Ecco Restaurant
$$$$
Taste: Tortelloni alla Panna, Penne Arrabiata
Cuisine: Italian

ZAGAT'S Review: "Traditional" is the word for this "reliable" TriBeCa Italian offering "well-prepared" favorites in an "old-school", "Sinatra"-worthy setting; most agree it's "pricey" but "worth it", especially when the "weekend piano bar" is in session and the mood gets "romantic."

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Edward's
$$$
Taste: Chili w/spaghetti & cheese
Cuisine: American Nouveau, Bistro

ZAGAT'S Review: "Part diner, part bistro", this "welcoming", well-priced TriBeCa American is where "locals gather" to "unwind" over "reliable" comfort fare, including "fantastic breakfasts"; by day there are "tons of kids", but nighttime brings a "swinging" "bar scene" and even "an occasional celeb" sighting.

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Estancia 460
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Taste: Chef's Surprise
Cuisine: Italian, Argentinean

ZAGAT'S Review: Despite its new moniker, this TriBeCa Italian-Argentinean still feels like the same "laid-back", "homey" place that chic "neighborhood regulars" have been coming to for years; a "winning" menu of "consistent" fare, decent prices and "friendly" service are the reasons why.

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Flor de Sol
$$$$
Taste: Shrimp Ajillo

Cuisine: Spanish, Tapas

ZAGAT'S Review: "Tops for tapas", this "flirty" TriBeCa Spaniard's "seductive", candlelit ambiance also makes it a perfect "date" place, "noisy" acoustics notwithstanding; the midweek "flamenco music" livens things up, as does the "killer sangria" and "hot" staff.

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Forge
$$$$
Taste: Jamison Farms lamb, wild leek pesto, baby sorrel

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Gigino Trattoria
$$$$$
Taste: Pollo alla Scapariello, tiramisu, Zeppole Napoletano

Cuisine: Italian, Pizza

ZAGAT'S Review: TriBeCa families flock to this "rough-hewn", midpriced "Roman trattoria" for "solid", "casual" favorites like "thin and crispy pizzas"; its sleeker, smaller Battery Park sibling whose "marvelous" patio offers "breathtaking" views of Lady Liberty and the harbor not surprisingly draws a more "touristy" crowd.

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Grace
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Taste: Falafel and Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Harissa and Tahini dressing
Cuisine: American Nouveau

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The Harrison
$$$$
Taste: Chef's Surprise
Cuisine: American (New)

ZAGAT'S Review: "Terrific" brick-oven pizzas have those in-the-know calling this "reasonable" TriBeCa Italian "joint" a solid "staple" in a "neighborhood that needs it"; still, it flies somewhat under the radar, perhaps because of its "small quarters" and nonexistent decor.

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The Hideaway, Bar & Restaurant
$$$$$
Taste: Duck or pork sliders and pigs in a blanket
Cuisine: American (Traditional)

ZAGAT'S Review: "Terrific" brick-oven pizzas have those in-the-know calling this "reasonable" TriBeCa Italian "joint" a solid "staple" in a "neighborhood that needs it"; still, it flies somewhat under the radar, perhaps because of its "small quarters" and nonexistent decor.

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Il Mattone
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Taste: Seafood ravioli in vodka sauce, rigatoni w/Portobello mushrooms in cognac cream sauce
Cuisine: Italian, Pizza

ZAGAT'S Review: "Terrific" brick-oven pizzas have those in-the-know calling this "reasonable" TriBeCa Italian "joint" a solid "staple" in a "neighborhood that needs it"; still, it flies somewhat under the radar, perhaps because of its "small quarters" and nonexistent decor.
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La Colombe Torrefaction
$$$$$
Taste: Espresso, cappuccino, latte
Cuisine: French (Bistro)

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Landmarc
$$$$$
Taste: Cotton Candy
Cuisine: French (Bistro)

ZAGAT'S Review: Marc Murphy's "informal" bistros serve "spot-on" French fare and pastas, but are best known for their wine lists with "gentle markups"; the more rustic TriBeCa original is smaller than its sprawling Time Warner Center sibling, but the "no-reservations" policy spells a "rush for tables" at both.

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Mai House
$$$$$
Taste: Vietnamese street style corn on the cob
Cuisine: Modern Vietnamese

ZAGAT'S Review: "Pretty" people and power spice cadets make themselves at home at this TriBeCa newcomer that produces "spot-on" "nouveau Vietnamese" cooking and flaunts "exciting plays on the traditional" (as does the "spacious", minimally "chic" setting); paupers pout it's "expensive", but the "flair" will mai-ghtily "impress a date."

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Max
$$$
Taste: Meat Lasagna
Cuisine: Italian

ZAGAT'S Review: "Earthy" meals that "linger in your mind" make this "quaint" East Villager (with a "collegiate" outpost near Columbia and a new TriBeCa sibling) a "favorite" for "homestyle Italian" cooking; "shockingly low" prices keep them packed.

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Mocca Expresso Lounge
$$$
Taste: Popcorn chicken, grilled vegetable dumplings & Mocca's Iced Coffee
Cuisine: Coffeehouses, Middle Eastern, Desserts & Bakeries

ZAGAT'S Review: Coffeehouses, Middle Eastern, Desserts & Bakeries

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The Odeon
$$$$
Taste: Barbequed Pork Spare Ribs & vanilla ice cream cones
Cuisine: French, Bistro, American (Traditional)

ZAGAT'S Review: Ever the "late-night" dining "landmark", this TriBeCa "trailblazer" presents "well-prepared" Franco-American bistro fare "without pretension", it's still "a bit of a scene" with a smattering of "celebs" posed against an "art deco" backdrop, though regulars say the "later you go, the better it is."

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Pepolino
$$$$
Taste: Medici Salad & Pappe al pomodoro
Cuisine: Italian

ZAGAT'S Review: For "upscale Northern Italian with downtown coolness", it's "worth the schlep" to this TriBeCa "diamond in the rough" where "original" dishes and "amiable service" distract from the "expensive" tabs and "cramped" digs; for more breathing room, "ask for an upstairs table."

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Roc
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Taste: Orecchiette w/short rib ragout
Cuisine: Italian

ZAGAT'S Review: This "consistent performer" in TriBeCa has the "quality" thing down pat, with "delicious" Italian food, "chic" digs and "charming" service; sure, you'll pay "above-average prices", but that doesn't faze its "rich and beautiful" following.

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Rosanjin
$$$$$$
Taste: Salmon & Ikura (Salmon Roe) Onigiri" and "Rosanjin's Appetizer"
Cuisine: Japanese

ZAGAT'S Review:"Beautiful in every way", this pocket-size new TriBeCa Japanese with a museumlike hush is set in subtly sleek digs and purveys "authentic" "Kyoto-style" kaiseki dinners at "Per Se prices" ($150 prix fixe only); expect a traditional parade of "precious", artfully presented morsels.

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Salaam Bombay
$$$$
Taste: Dahi Buta Poori
Cuisine: Indian Cuisine

ZAGAT'S Review: An "extensive" lunch buffet at the "bargain" price of $13.95 lures "office gangs" to this TriBeCa Indian that's "several cuts above the rest"; too bad the la carte dinner menu is a bit more "hit-or-miss" and the interior "has seen better days."

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Scalini Fedeli
$$$$$
Taste: Chef's Surprise
Cuisine: Italian, Wild Game

ZAGAT'S Review: From the "secluded cobblestone street" out front to the "serene" mood inside, this TriBeCa "delight" (the original Bouley) has got "special occasion" written all over it; chef Michael Cetrulo's 'superb' Northern Italian cuisine and the staff's 'impeccable' service justify costs that are definitely worth the $65 per head dinner prix fixe.

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Takahachi
$$$$$
Taste: Special sushi hand rolls
Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi

ZAGAT'S Review: Though it "flies under the radar", this "modest" Japanese duo offers "first-rate" sushi and "creative" hot dishes that are much "easier on the wallet" than its "flashier Downtown rivals"; all right, the atmosphere ain't about to achieve any awards, but the "superior service" just may.

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Thalassa
$$$$
Taste: Grilled Mediterranean octopus w/organic microgreens & spinach filo triangles
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean, Seafood

ZAGAT'S Review: For "chic Greek" grazing in TriBeCa, this "stylish" seafooder sells fish "so fresh you'd think they caught it after you ordered it"; service is as "crisp" as the "loftlike", "white-napkin" setting, but by-the-pound entree pricing means it's most economical to stick to the appetizers.

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Tokyo Bay
$$$
Taste: California roll & spicy salmon roll
Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
Tribeca Grill
$$$$$
Taste: Lemon poppy seed pound cake
Cuisine: American

ZAGAT'S Review: "Like fine wine", this "original" New American via Drew Nieporent and Robert De Niro just "gets better with time" serving "reliable", albeit pricey, New American food with a side of "celebrity hipness" in "casual" environs; most feel it hasn't lost a beat over the years.

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Tribeca Treats
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Taste: Cupcakes, assorted cookies & brownies
Cuisine: Desserts & Bakeries

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Turks & Frogs
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Taste: Assorted Turkish appetizers
Cuisine: Turkish

ZAGAT'S Review: Forget the "middle-of-nowhere" address this TriBeCa Turk is still handier than "going to Istanbul" and serves appropriately "exotic" fare for "affordable" dough; the "cozy" setting and "hardworking" staff make for "unpretentious", "highly enjoyable" dining.

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Walker's
$$$
Taste: BBQ pulled pork, coleslaw and watermelon
Cuisine: American (Traditional)

ZAGAT'S Review: Serving "reliable pub grub" long "before TriBeCa was TriBeCa", this "neighborhood fixture" has the staples "down pat" with the "most affordable" dining around; expect plenty of "old NY" ambiance and a crowd of "regulars" who tout the burgers and brews.
Whole Foods Market
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Taste: Chef's Choice
Cuisine: Natural and organic foods super market

ZAGAT'S Review: Serving "reliable pub grub" long "before TriBeCa was TriBeCa", this "neighborhood fixture" has the staples "down pat" with the "most affordable" dining around; expect plenty of "old NY" ambiance and a crowd of "regulars" who tout the burgers and brews.
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Yaffa's Tea Room
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Taste: Minced lamb kebob w/tahini, Harissa & Israeli salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean, American Nouveau
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Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish

Taste: Sable butter & onion on bagel, Eastern Nova, tomato, onion & capers on bagel, Wild Pacific King salmon lemon & capers on a bagel
Cuisine: Bagels & smoked fish