Heart-"Shawarma"
ABALEH Mediterranean Grill & Natural Juice Bar | 1611 2nd Ave. (bet. 83rd & 84th Sts.) | 212.772.1611 | abaleh.com
ABALEH Mediterranean Grill & Natural Juice Bar | 1611 2nd Ave. (bet. 83rd & 84th Sts.) | 212.772.1611 | abaleh.com
... Again, though, this place, with its almost Alice in Wonderland ambience, is a place where the food supports a bigger idea. It's located right next to a megaplex and conveniently located near several large and small office buildings. You would celebrate birthdays here, or grab a quick plate before catching that 8:10 movie. This is a place where you bring the one you like on the date right before you get serious. It is the theoretical appetizer for what should be the meal of a greater, good time.... [Full post]
... With the unfortunate exception of the shrimp paste (better in idea than in execution), this dish was quite a winner. The pork and beef were nicely seasoned and tender, and were enjoyed more with wrapped in the lettuce with a leaf each of basil and mint, some rice noodles, and a drizzle of house-made vinegar dipping sauce. The springs deftly crispy and not greasy on the outside and chock full minced veggies and meat on the inside.... [Full post]