Spuntino Bar

Posted by Mike Mishkin on Oct 20, 2017 in Food & Drink, Mediterranean, Other

And another UWS food and drink spot!

This Mediterranean bar and restaurant is now open at 429 Amsterdam, between 80th and 81st Streets.

It’s located in the former home of Vai, and is run by the same owner, Chef Vincent Chirico.

New Manhattan Valley Coffee Place

Posted by Mike Mishkin on Oct 19, 2017 in Coffee and Tea, Food & Drink

A new coffee joint has arrived in Manhattan Valley. Demitasse Coffee & Tea is open and located at 973 Columbus Avenue.

New French Restaurant on the Upper West Side

Posted by Mike Mishkin on Oct 17, 2017 in Food & Drink, French, Other

La Sirene is located at 416 Amsterdam Ave, off the corner of 80th on the west side of the street. They are in the space which was previously occupied by TLV Restaurant. Read on for a few food highlights from this new French restaurant on the Upper West Side!

Diners & Coffee Shops – Mike’s Picks

Posted by Mike Mishkin in Coffee and Tea, Diners, Food & Drink, Locals

I’m definitely a diner junkie.  But specifically for breakfast.  I find the best way to start my day is to have another human serve me.  And the endless coffee refills are really appreciated. While we’ve lost a lot of great spots like Big Nick’s and Popover Cafe, the Upper West Side is still a great diner destination.  Keep reading to find yourself some great Upper West Side diners.

Best Pancakes on the Upper West Side

Posted by Mike Mishkin on Oct 8, 2017 in Breakfast, Featured, Food & Drink, Other

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and pancakes are worth waking up for.  Here are the best pancakes on the Upper West Side!

15 of the Most Instagrammable Foods on the Upper West Side

Posted by Marla Michelle in Food & Drink, Other

Every now and then on Instagram, we encounter a jaw-dropping, earth-shattering, heart-fluttering food photo that makes us stop mid-scroll and drool all over our phones. There are certain gems on the Upper West Side that serve up such beautiful food creations, that they must be documented and remembered forever. This list features the most Instagrammable foods on the Upper West Side. The best food from the best side of town.