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Avlee Greek Kitchen, known for Greek comfort food in the Carroll Gardens/Gowanus area may be the neighborhood's best kept secret.  As a family-owned and operated restaurant, they've been providing regulars authentic Greek food since 2013. We'll show you why they've earned top marks 4.5/5.0 Owners Andrew Poulos and Peter Rogakos first assumed the restaurant space relinquished by former neighborhood favorite, Joe’s Superette.  They're continuing that tradition by maintaining a steady commitment to authenticity. "Avlee", which means garden in Greek is as poignant as it is clever. Trio of Melitzanosalata (eggplant), Tzatziki, and Hummus We started with a few dishes from the small plates section including this beautiful trio of spreads to go alongside the platter of warm pita.  While I've never had eggplant served as a spread, it was a nice, savory texture when combined with pita. The tzatziki is every bit and fresh as I've tasted anywhere, ...

We were invited to return to posh, upscale Bagatelle 's flagship restaurant in the Meatpacking District ( MePa ), known for the energy and over-the-top fun for all, including celebrities and socialites.  As a fun, crazy nightclub atmosphere still persists, the fun extends to their menu, as mentioned in our  last write up   and continues with  the spring menu introduction . Although a still brisk night in Spring, we dined indoors for a change. The windows were opened to let in the cool air.   Newly introduced Executive Chef Nico Frézal takes over the same week we dined and we're glad we did. He excelled at the full course that was laid before us. The king crab ceviche which was brought out before the mains, was light and refreshing, much like the  tuna and beef tartar (not shown) that arrived soon after.  They were simple, yet elegant, and although I'm not much on tartar, thought they were well represented in flavor and presentation. I was not a fan bef...

While few places in the city resonate in my heart, you'll be happy to hear that Harry & Ida's is one of them- They hit the nail on the head with a resounding, satisfactory bang!  You'll also be hard pressed to hear me use the word best, because "best" is subjective nearly impossible to achieve.  However, they do collect a 4.9/5.0 and here's why... Rustic & artisanal permeates from just about every corner Rest assured, Will and Julie Horowitz's Alphabet City (East Village) smoked meats deli store won't supplant Katz's anytime soon, and they're not meant to. They are different .  Known to smoke everything under the sun, including pastrami, once you step into the store, it smells absolutely wonderful. Visiting it is an experience all to itself, and I'm sure it was intended that way.  Rustic and artisanal permeates from just about every corner, especially their product as we discovered this place with  DipsDines  one afternoon.  If you...

The Baroness in Long Island City (known by many to be a burger haven) is the latest to introduce a new burger incarnation, one of only a few allowed to collaborate with The Bagel Store, dubbed The Last Unicorn Burger.  Their cozy atmosphere, accessibility and friendly service did for the most part, lend itself to our 4.7/5.0 rating. The bar feat. The Baroness (Courtesy of Thrillist) The Baroness is easy to visit to as they're right off the Queensboro Plaza (N/Q/7) stop, which is barely ten minutes outside of midtown.  Although they're on a side street nestled between corporate buildings (Crescent St), you really can't miss them either.  Their gated entrance, dimly lit interior, and cool music/vibe will draw just about anyone in.  Ambiance is as-expected of bars; Happy hour drinks will also draw office workers in, but the main draw here are their burgers, even before the latest resurgence of craft burgers began taking NYC by storm. un'wings, chipotle-dusted w/honey mu...