0 Vday Suggestion Number Four...

So, we've given you Italian, Mexican, and Steakhouse options for your Valentine's Day.  However, we're going a little bit outside the norm here with this next one.

BBQ

Not very Romantic, but, the atmosphere still makes for a fun date.  It's a little bit more relaxed, you don't have to get all dressed up, and not to mention the food is straight amazing!!  So check out our suggestions for you....

0 BYOBBBQ at the Butcher Bar

I bet you're wondering what the title of the post means? Well if you got confused, it means Butcher Bar is a BBQ restaurant that has a BYOB policy(BYOBBBQ, get it now).  Honestly, was a little skeptical at first, but it turned out awesome.  Actually, everything didn't just turn out awesome, it turned out to be amazing!!  Come along for a journey of fresh cut BBQ and delicious Beer.

2 Get the wings he said.....

Alright, so George, who is also a member of the NomInNY team, told me to go to Virgil's BBQ to get the wings. Told me that they were mindblowing and I would not be disappointed. Being a 30 second walk from work, I said what the hell, it's Friday, why not??  

I didn't even look at the menu, ordered a drink, and told my waiter I'd like the chicken wings please. Now, when I think wings, I think small, bar style wings. No joke, no less than 10 minutes, a HUGE plate of five chicken wings was put in front of me. it was NOT what I expected in the least bit.

Put right in front of me I could smell the rub they used on the wings, which was pretty much a dry rub with spices in it. Really hit the nostrils good though. Wasn't sure how to attack these massive pieces of chicken, so I started with fork and knife. That failed miserably. Just picked it up and went to work. The chicken was tender, juicy, and just flat out delicious!! I demolished each and every piece, and left no prisoners.  

I would absolutely recommend these to anyone. Also, don't let the whole "but it's in Times Square" fear get you down, just suck it up and GO!! You'll thank both of us after you eat them. 

Virgil's Real BBQ

152 West 44th Street

212-921-9494

1 My Top 5 BBQ Restaurants

I've been too some great BBQ restaurants over the years, and I really can't explain to you how amazing they have all been.  However, each one holds a special place in my heart, which prompted me to post my Top 5 BBQ Restaurants.  Now, if you also think they're awesome, or if you think they suck, or if you have any of your own you want me to tell me...feel free, I'm always open to new places. Well, I present to you my list.

1. Fette Sau (Brooklyn, NY)
2. Le Boucan (Montreal, QC)
3. Hill Country Chicken (New York, NY)
4. Blue Smoke (New York, NY and Citi Field)
5. Famous Daves (Westbury, LI)


If you haven't been to any of these places, I highly suggest you go...also I suggest you go with an empty stomach because you're going to eat A LOT!!!

0 The Cannibal at Madison Square Eats

               

Madison Square Eats is one of my favorite food events of the year. If you're unfamiliar as to what it is, here's a little rundown. Two or three times a year, restaurants, food trucks, and bakeries set up stands in Worth Square (which is located directly across the street from Madison Square Park). Eats is a very busy attraction, so whatever vendor you choose, be prepared to wait a little  

I checked out the list of vendors before I headed over so I went in with a plan of where I was going. After careful consideration, I went with The Cannibal. 

I had never heard of The Cannibal before, but seeing the words "butcher & beer" I was sold. The menu looked amazing, and I had a tough time choosing what I wanted, and ultimately chose the bacon and pork belly grilled cheese. To wash all that goodness down, I went with a delicious Bronx Pale Ale. 

                               

                     

 

I waited about 10 minutes for my sandwich as the small stand was working with a panini grill to make all of the sandwiches, but it was a beautiful day so I didn't mind at all. My sandwich arrived and as I unwrapped it the smell of bacon hit my nose and it was, heavenly.

One look at the sandwich, I knew it was going to be delicious. The Gruyere was oozing out of the sourdough bread like... That first bite was everything I was expecting, between the cheese, bacon, and pork belly, it was pure perfection. The bacon was crispy, pork was tender, cheese was fresh, and the bread had a nice flavor to it. Priced at $10, it is without a doubt, one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I've had.  

                                                         

  

Now if you're not hungry, they have plenty of drink choices, from water, soda, beer, and wine. However, if you're going for BBQ, I feel either beer or whiskey should accompany your meal. They had a nice tap and canned selection on hand. The Bronx Pale Ale went well with my sandwich

The service was great and the guy Sil who helped me out was very friendly and helpful with any questions I had. 

The Cannibal also has a restaurant on 29th and Park that I will absolutely be visiting soon to get the full experience. And I would suggest you do the same if you enjoy great food and drinks. 

Also, Check out The Cannibal at the following places for more information:

thecannibalnyc.com

twitter.com/cannibalnyc