The Lower Eastside of Manhattan is the home of some of my favorite food spots. Let’s add LES Kitchen to that list. Nestled on Essex St this neighborhood burger spot does not disappoint with their menu. If I had to put their food in a category, comfort would be the most fitting. I love a good burger but especially when it has a different touch of something special that the restaurant adds as their little signature. The house sauce is that special something at LES Kitchen along with the burger and topping combos they offer. I went with the Truffle Shuffle which had the grilled portobello, caramelized onions, provolone cheese and their house sauce. Cooked medium and tasted amazing! My husband went with the Mighty Bacon which kind of gives you the American classic cheeseburger feel since it has the applewood smoked bacon, cheese and their special sauce. You can never go wrong with a true burger classic. We also tried the Kitchen Sink fries. Okay let’s just say the kitchen sink name may be an understatement. These fries came with cheese, roast pork, ribeye, peppers, bacon, fried egg, and caramelized onions. I think this was the best part of our meal! I am so glad I could make it here. It’s a nice little counter serve restaurant that’s serving some of the best comfort food in town. Please give them a try whenever you’re in the LES. Tell them I sent you 😊
Tag: Manhattan eats
Just a little Southern Hospitality
You can always find a good barbecue place in NYC. One that happens to be a pretty good choice in my opinion is Southern Hospitality. Part owner, Justin Timberlake, brings his Southern roots to the heart of New York City with Memphis-style ribs, pulled pork, and the southern fried classics. I’ve visited for both brunch and diner and the food is always on point. This particular visit I tried the brisket sandwich topped with fried onions and a sweet BBQ sauce. All sandwiches are accompanied with a pickle and fries but the fries can be substituted of course. To balance it out, I normally try to add I side salad which was a great combination with this sandwich. When someone tags along, I also try whatever they have and this time it was the infamous chicken and waffles. The cornbread waffles were cooked to perfection and the chicken was very flavorful as well. Just the right amount of crisp with each bite. Seeing that I am from the south myself, I love venturing off and finding places like these. Their take on Southern classics here are very good to say the least. If you’re ever in the Times Square area and want to have some authentic Southern bbq with undeniable Southern hospitality, give them a try.