spice market
403 w 13th street
(meatpacking district)
new york, ny 10014
i've been hearing rave reviews about this place pretty much as long as i can remember. finally got to eat here. it wasn't that bad at all.
i went in thinking it would be mad crowded (and i'm sure it usually is) but we were early enough and got right in with a table. the decor was pretty cool - multiple levels - very zen. the staff are made to wear ridiculous uniforms - all in orange - and especially for the women - not flattering at all. Some people should never wear a backless anything with straps - ever!
specialty cocktails were interesting but none really captured my attention so i just had an unfiltered sake - great choice in my opinion - but then again - you can't go wrong with a good sake.
spice market suggests that their portions and plates are 'family style' and are meant to be shared by all parties. so - we ordered a few things to share - and a few things to be greedy and eat on our own.
to start - vietnamese spring rolls and mango salad. both excellent - the mango salad has an unexpected 'kick' so watch out (i felt it was missing something but good nonetheless). for mains - the halibut and the chicken. both great flavors - cooked just right - something you definitely have to try to get the full effect.
i've never been a huge fan of thai food. this was different. it was better. it was something i could enjoy and go back and experience again. there were so many things on the menu - i'll have to go back and try other things.
price - a little up there - $100+ for two people - but not so bad it breaks the bank.
403 w 13th street
(meatpacking district)
new york, ny 10014
i've been hearing rave reviews about this place pretty much as long as i can remember. finally got to eat here. it wasn't that bad at all.
i went in thinking it would be mad crowded (and i'm sure it usually is) but we were early enough and got right in with a table. the decor was pretty cool - multiple levels - very zen. the staff are made to wear ridiculous uniforms - all in orange - and especially for the women - not flattering at all. Some people should never wear a backless anything with straps - ever!
specialty cocktails were interesting but none really captured my attention so i just had an unfiltered sake - great choice in my opinion - but then again - you can't go wrong with a good sake.
spice market suggests that their portions and plates are 'family style' and are meant to be shared by all parties. so - we ordered a few things to share - and a few things to be greedy and eat on our own.
to start - vietnamese spring rolls and mango salad. both excellent - the mango salad has an unexpected 'kick' so watch out (i felt it was missing something but good nonetheless). for mains - the halibut and the chicken. both great flavors - cooked just right - something you definitely have to try to get the full effect.
i've never been a huge fan of thai food. this was different. it was better. it was something i could enjoy and go back and experience again. there were so many things on the menu - i'll have to go back and try other things.
price - a little up there - $100+ for two people - but not so bad it breaks the bank.
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