After shunning Alba, we took a left at the Lutheran Church, made a right just past the gay bar, and took a quick stop at TB's favorite, local gem, Zzz Records in the East Village. As an aspiring DJ and vinyl connoisseur, he regularly likes to check out what is available. We found Chromeo's debut "Fancy Footwork" (youtube or Itunes it: it's great) and then headed to a late dinner next door, literally.
For our entrees we also stuck with something dependable: for TB, a Blackened Chicken Sandwich on South Union foccacia, and for me, a Steak Salad with homemade (and soft!) croutons. For dessert, we finished off the night by splitting Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake. The setting itself is comfortable, yet chic, making use of the original brick walls and high ceilings. There is a piano and drum set in the front window which provided some nice, background jazz for the younger-to-middle-aged patrons who were onto their second and third drink rounds.
The Continental has been a great fall back option for us in the past. Boasting unique plates like MayTag Blue Cheese Crostinis, Panko Breaded Crabcakes, and Beef Carpachio, they offer classic, yet accessible fare. We decided on the Prosciutto-wrapped Asparagus with our respective drinks to match our personalities: Guiness for him, a Key-Lime Pie martini for me, which was the best mixed drink I have had. A martini should be drinkable, but you should be able to know there is alcohol in it. I was not disappointed.
For our entrees we also stuck with something dependable: for TB, a Blackened Chicken Sandwich on South Union foccacia, and for me, a Steak Salad with homemade (and soft!) croutons. For dessert, we finished off the night by splitting Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake. The setting itself is comfortable, yet chic, making use of the original brick walls and high ceilings. There is a piano and drum set in the front window which provided some nice, background jazz for the younger-to-middle-aged patrons who were onto their second and third drink rounds.All in all an enjoyable night, accented with enjoyable conversation with a loved one.
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