Bored with boxed mac and cheese and spoonfuls of peanut butter?
There are still glimmers of civilization out there offering delivery and pickup. Who are these brave souls and how can they feed you something tastier than your dwindling pantry supplies ASAP?
Clinton Hall offers delivery and pickup at their 90 Washington St. and 16 W. 36th St. locations from 1pm – 9pm. Enjoy comfort food, canned beers, bottles of wine, growlers of beer and games to make self-quarantine more enjoyable. Menu items include Fried Pickle Chips, Buffalo Cauliflower, Beyond Veggie ALT and the Double Smashed Burger. For alcohol, enjoy CH Gigawatt IPA, Blue Moon, Montauk Summer and White Claw in addition to $19.99 bottles of wine. Growlers with a special beer of the day are also available as well as games like Jenga, Uno and Cards Against Humanity along with other essentials like toilet paper sold by the roll. For delivery visit, UberEats or Seamless.
Brooklyn Chop House in the Financial District, which offers everything from dumplings to steaks, is also offering beer, wine, Lychee Martinis, Spicy Mango Margaritas, and Mules to alleviate some of your social distancing woes. From 12pm-5PM, select happy hour cocktails are $10…and since they’re operating with airplane drinking rules, start whenever you want. Additionally, if you order a feast over $250, you’ll qualify for a free bottle of Absolut. Orders can be made via Postmates or visitingwww.brooklynchophouse.com.
Fornino in Greenpoint offers their beer and wine selection for 50% off the normal price. For all wine bottles, enter the code WINE50 at checkout to indulge in delicious vino while treating yourself to pizza, kale salad, or wood roasted Brussels sprouts. Order by visiting https://www.fornino.com or by going to Chownow.
Clinton Hall in the Financial District (90 Washington St) unveiled one-of-a-kind murals from 20 incredible NYC artists on each of their communal tables, which served as canvases to this permanent installation.
The Downtown after-work hotspot is now home to a melting pot of street art curated by the talented, visually-impaired NYC artist Kamille “OGMillie” Ejerta featuring her work alongside 19 other artists in the street art community, who have made their mark on 20 of the Hall’s outdoor communal beer tables.
Each piece is unique and individualistic.
“Street art is such an integral part of our culture. We wanted to bring that to the table to reflect our colorful city with inspiring art from some of the best in this underground business to help bring it to light,” said Clinton Hall owner Aristotle “Telly” Hatzigeorgiou.
The array of phenomenal artists include Chris Soria, Subway Doodle, Brett Thompson, Ian Sullivan, Funqest, Kick Or Treat, Jaima, and more.
The tables are now on display for spectators to come in and admire all while experiencing Clinton Hall’s new fall menu from Executive Chef Darryl Harmon that includes a Turducken Burger and Oklahoma! Chili Fries as month-long specials for November.
They say pumpkin spice has gone too far. They say it’s overkill. It’s been abused to excess as a predictable orange fad. Hell, I’ve said it too.
Well, forget about them. Forget about past me as well. Clinton Hall’s new Pumpkin Spice WTF Waffle is the pumpkin spice offering we deserve this season.
The Pumpkin Spice WTF Waffle is part of a three-part series of deserts from The Lure Group, Clinton Hall’s parent company. The series celebrates and promotes three different Broadway shows: The Waitress, Chicago, and Oklahoma!. The Waitress, the first of the series, is the story of a small-town pie-maker dreaming of a life outside of her small marriage in a small town. She copes by making pies themed around her life, like The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie.
I was skeptical when I showed up. I don’t need to repeat my expectations. I’m not sure what I expected it to actually LOOK like, but when I arrived at Clinton Hall I was greeted by a tower of dessert more than a foot and a half tall. It was the kind of pretty that made you feel bad for trying to eat it. A half dozen other reviewers had arrived, but they hadn’t gotten past the “pictures” phase of the meal. I don’t blame them.
I did my due photographic diligence, but the pumpkin pie was calling to me. With the delicacy of an art restoration specialist, I worked the pie off of the top of the tower. It was exactly what I hoped it would be: a gimmick-free slice of pie supported by graham crackers and marshmallows. Off to a good start.
Once I’d broken the spell, my table-mates were quick to dig in, bisecting the tower. In the picture, you can see the stacks of cinnamon-flavored waffle and vanilla bean ice cream. None of it was clown-car orange. The waffles worked well with the ice cream and the whole thing was gone in two minutes. It makes you appreciate the inventor of the waffle cone.
Check out all of the layers.
If you want to enjoy a little pumpkin spice guilt-free, Clinton Hall’s delicious tower of dessert is the way to go. At $25 it is an expensive dessert for one (though I wouldn’t blame you), but it can easily serve four or more people. The offer only lasts through Tuesday, October 1st, so get it before it melts away.
With the heat of the sun beating down on Lower Manhattan, I find myself looking for somewhere to cool off and indulge myself. Over the last two weeks, the Downtown team has had an amazing opportunity to visit shops all over Manhattan and the surrounding boroughs. Here’s a look at each of our favorite desserts from some of the best spots that we visited; we’ve got something for everyone to enjoy!
Hear me out when I say that ice cream is extraordinarily tastier on a warm, buttery bun. This sandwich is like no other; it consists of cold vanilla ice cream that is served on what is typically one of Ed’s signature lobster buns (just without the lobster). The dessert is then covered in little bits of shredded chocolate and chocolate sauce and is sure to help you beat the heat. Ed’s has been serving this signature dish since the shop opened, so they definitely have it perfected.
Ed’s Lobster Bar is located at 222 Lafayette St. Be sure to check them out for a unique treat you won’t soon forget!
These fresh little donut balls are the perfect dessert after grabbing brunch at Egg Shop. These warm, delectable pieces of dough are filled with confetti cake and taste unbelievably good. Each individual Brunchkin tastes like a carnival in your mouth! Not to mention they’ll make your wallet feel good since they’re only $6!
Egg Shop is in Chinatown at 151 Elizabeth St. You won’t regret checking out these bite-sized miracles!
The mastermind behind this beautiful dessert is Darryl Harmon. Harmon is an award-winning celebrity chef and is the executive chef for The Lure Group, which includes NYC’s Clinton Hall, Slate, West End Hall, and RFTP.
Clinton Hall was already known for their WTF Waffles, but this collaboration with Stuffed Ice Cream is surely the most beautiful and Instagrammable dessert-creation of all time. Stacked high with two waffles, four flavors of ice cream and a donut ice cream sandwich, this dessert is a miraculous work of genius. The ice cream flavors include Stuffed Snickerdoodle, Cookie Monster, Red Velvet Cookie Dough, and Ferrero Rocher and are topped with an ice cream cone on top to complete the aesthetic.
Flex Mussels specializes in a variety of amazing seafood entrees and appetizers. What many people don’t know is that they also offer some of New York City’s greatest donuts. Offering a variety of flavors from Smores to Fluffernutter (a combination of marshmallow and peanut butter), Flex Mussels only charges $10 to add four of these gooey, sugary delights to your dinner.
You can find Flex Mussels located at their Downtown or Upper-Eastside location!
Covered in everything from fruity pebbles to Oreo crumbles, “Julian’s Sundae,” which was designed by Jake’s 9-year-old nephew, is stand-out dessert on the menu of this amazing Italian restaurant. The waffle is easily pulled-apart and makes for the perfect spoon for scooping the mountain of whipped cream and chocolate ice cream.
Aunt Jake’s has two locations. One on Mulberry Street and one on 8th Street. To make a reservation, be sure to check out their website!
Cozy fireplaces have given way to sidewalk seating, but we’re taking it a step further with these rooftop bars. Stop by for a drink, stay for a snack, and come back again for the view!
This stunning rooftop bar has both indoor and outdoor seating and unobstructed views of the iconic Empire State Building and the streets of Manhattan’s historic Garment District. With an extensive list of signature, seasonal cocktails, NY classics, and a speciality “mocktail” list paired with a simple but delicious food menu, Refinery Rooftop offers guests the ultimate outdoor dining experience during the warm weather. As part of the I Give A Sip campaign, this spring Refinery Rooftop features the signature Spring Freezer cocktail made with Tito’s Vodka, elderflower, raspberry, lemon, topped with prosecco. From every signature cocktail sold, $1 will go towards the Red Nose Foundation to support children’s education and development around the world. 63 W 38th Street.
Zip up to the 15th floor of the Mondrian Park Avenue hotel for impressive views of the city. This spring, The Mondrian Terrace is transforming to the Rosé Terrace, aosé lover’s paradise, lavishly decorated and totally dedicated to everyone’s favorite pink wine. Pose for photos in front of the flower wall or the rosé tower as you sip on refreshing glasses of rosé or specialty cocktails, and take in the breathtaking views of the sun setting over the Manhattan skyline. To kick off the season, Rosé Terrace is hosting a launch party on Friday, March 17th from 5-8pm. Each $60 ticket includes bottomless pours of rosé and rosé specialty cocktails, live DJ, photo booth, and exclusive access to “la vie en rose” overlooking Park Avenue South and East 30th Street. 444 Park Avenue South.
Back for its second season, The Rooftop + Pool is an urban oasis with cabanas, daybeds, poolside snacks from executive chef Nicolas Caicedo, and creative cocktails (and a full-service bar) curated by beverage director Rael Petit. New on the menu this year is the Coco Frosé, a frozen cocktail made with refreshing coconut and rosé. This summer, The Rooftop will also offer morning yoga classes in partnership with SYNCSTUDIO and reggae nights on Wednesdays as a part of the property’s ongoing “Ilegal Mezcal Music Series.” 96 Wythe Avenue.
Hidden atop Pier 17, R17 offers an elevated beverage menu and small plates year round. For the spring and summer, the rooftop patios and lounges hold over 250 guests and offer spectacular views of the Brooklyn Bridge, lower Manhattan skyline, and East River. The bar’s patio opens in late May and is ideal for imbibing in the sunshine! 89 South Street.
Our favorite place for a group brunch just happens to be a rooftop on the westside. Spring brunch features 90 minutes of unlimited brunch cocktails for $25. Sip on La Guayabana made of Cachaça, guava puree, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and agave nectar or a prickly pear margarita while dining on tres leeches French toast or breakfast enchiladas. 605 W 48th Street.
The seasonal rooftop cocktail bar and garden oasis, Roof at Park South is officially open for the spring, summer, and fall above the Park South Hotel in New York City. The venue is known for its quintessential summer cocktails paired with a delicious bar menu created by James Beard Award Winning Chef Tim Cushman. Views of the Chrysler and Empire State buildings are the perfect pairing for frozen cocktails, falafel fritters, and wagyu burgers. 125 E 27th Street.
NYC’s beloved Supercraft beer hall and restaurant Clinton Hall is about to reach new heights with the opening of Clinton Hall Rooftop Beer Garden at the POD Brooklyn Hotel on May 17, 2019. The new venue will be Clinton Hall’s sixth across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx and it will also be Brooklyn’s only solar-powered rooftop beer garden. The rooftop will offer communal seating for up to 125 guests and will be open Thursday through Sunday from mid-May till Labor Day. Over 100 solar panels will supply power and recycle energy across the rooftop, hotel, and courtyard beer garden, making Clinton Hall’s Rooftop Beer Garden the greenest rooftop bar in the borough.247 Metropolitan Avenue.
Situated up on top of the Sanctuary Hotel, far away from all the hustle and bustle of Midtown down below, is a year round fully enclosed and elevated oasis. Haven is surrounded by breathtaking views of Manhattan and offers guests delicious food and craft cocktails. Whether you’re in the mood to frolic in the sun with a cold cocktail or you want to party with a bunch of friends in the city that never sleeps, Haven Rooftop is a chic and festive restaurant and bar that offers a DJ, flat screen TVs, and a night to remember. 132 W 47th Street.
Set thirty stories up in the heart of Times Square South, The Skylark delivers a classically-styled cocktail lounge with expansive panoramic views of the Hudson River, Hudson Yards, Times Square, The Empire State Building, and the best of Midtown Manhattan. The swanky, multi-story, open-air rooftop bar and lounge features mixologist designed cocktails and delicious light bites that will keep you drinking and snacking all through the night. 200 W 39th Street.
National Grilled Cheese Day is upon us! On April 12th we celebrate all things cheese between bread (not that we don’t worship the world’s best sandwich every day). Here are a few of our favorite places to get cheesy!
To wrap up their twelve days of specials, Murray’s will be offering their signature Murray’s Melt for just $1.12 between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Head to the Melts counter at their flagship store on Bleecker Street for a good, old-fashioned classic. 254 Bleecker Street
Looking for something super indulgent? Ed’s Lobster Bar stuffs their melty grilled cheese with fresh lobster for a can’t-miss treat. If you love to dip your sandwich, the lobster bisque makes a great accompaniment. 222 Lafayette Street
If you like your food to be a little extra, Clinton Hall has a showstopper for you. Their famous doughnut grilled cheese pairs melty mozzarella with a freshly glazed doughnut suspended above a bowl of classic tomato soup. Multiple Locations
This French onion soup grilled cheese at Mother’s Ruin will have you questioning why you don’t eat at bars more often. The inside is stuffed with the beloved combo of gruyere cheese and caramelized onions and the outside has crisped cheddar cheese and chives. There is a side of au jus for the soup component. 18 Spring Street
This ooey, gooey grilled cheese is made with aged cheddar, tarentaise, manchego, and roasted garlic for a gourmet upgrade and served with a cup of tomato soup. 19 East 26th Street
For something a bit more toothsome, BLACKBARN’S cafe has a brie and NY apple grilled cheese with watercress and jalapeño jam on toasted brioche. Weave your way through Chealsea Market for this flavorful combo! 448 West 16th Street
Le Croque Champignons is a truly glorified grilled cheese. The sandwich is stuffed with house made wild mushroom ragu and gruyere cheese with lots of extra cheese on top. There’s a mixed green salad on the side but you can totally ignore it in favor of more cheese. Multiple Locations
If you’re really ready to go all out, head to one of Melt Shop’s nine NYC locations for this month’s special: the Notorious CHZ. This triple-decker behemoth is loaded with muenster, pepper jack, brick cheddar cheese spread, and truffle mayo between three pieces of parmesan-crusted bread. Nothing has ever looked more indulgent! Multiple Locations
